South Harbor Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach

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Wrightsville Beach
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wrightsville Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to South End. Take in the festivals and sunrises in the area.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier
After visiting Johnnie Mercer's Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South End Surf Shop
Enjoy an outing to South End Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Top hotels in South Harbor Island

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Top notch experience. Easy intake, friendly staff, room was so unique. Great spot on the beach where the resort is located. Could not ask for more.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Ask for bathroom to be cleaned no one ever came
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
Our stay at the Spark was nice. Reasonable distance to downtown. Only problem was that the pool was completely empty. Probably would have chosen a different hotel had we been aware that the pool was not going to be accessible.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn University
Clean, quiet and helpful staff.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The staff were super nice and helpful. We had my 7 month old grand baby with us. They were very accommodating. We received hot cookies when we Arrived. The bar and restaurant were closed the day we were there, however there were restaurants close bye. Our room clean and well Decorated. The pool is ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
room was pretty dirty but staff and breakfast was nice.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Harbor Island

Parmele Isle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.

South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

Shell Island
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.
