Wrightsville Beach Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

Find the best Wrightsville Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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South End

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

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South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Shell Island

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

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Parmele Isle

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

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is 4.031.320 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
4.031.320 ₫
5.250.223 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,756 reviews)
"Pros: The location and views cannot be beat. The front desk was friendly. Cons: The rooms are in dire need of deep cleaning and updating. We received two towels for a party of four guests. Missing basic household items like dish rags for kitchenette. Freezer part of mini fridge constantly leaked ..."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundable
The price is 4.821.120 ₫ per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
4.821.120 ₫
6.326.813 ₫ total
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Never stayed here, never booked and they said I did. Fighting it will bank now"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is 6.208.025 ₫ per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
6.208.025 ₫
8.482.656 ₫ total
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (373 reviews)
"Great property located on Wrightsville Beach. Although the hotel structure is a little older, all of the updates made by Trailborn have made the property feel new. All the amenities are there with a nice small pier across the street on the sound side of the island for watching sunsets."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

3 out of 5
1500 Brunswick Village Boulevard Winnabow NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Winnabow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour fitness centre. Popular attractions Magnolia Greens Golf ...
9/10 Wonderful! (74 reviews)
"The location is incredibly convenient. Easy location to move around Wilmington. This location has no carpets so room floors show the dirt. Ours had nail clippings and hair. The staff is not friendly nor courteous."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2026

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort ...
Smoketree Lodge
Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Atlantic Beach Resort
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Stay near popular Wrightsville Beach attractions

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Wrightsville Beach

9.4/10 (1,992 reviews)
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Wrightsville Beach might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Wrightsville Beach. Take in the festivals and sunrises in the area.
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