Coastal North Carolina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Wilmington which includes an administrative building
Wilmington showing interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements
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Where to stay in Coastal North Carolina

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

South Nags Head
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Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ocean Crest Pier and Caswell Beach.

Long Beach
Wilmington which includes an administrative building

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Downtown Wilmington
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Whalehead Beach

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach and Corolla Beach.

Whalehead Beach
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Wilmington Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Wilmington Beach
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Ocean Sands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ocean Sands and surrounding area, you can visit Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars.

Ocean Sands
Mariner Inn and Suites

Mariner Inn and Suites

2 out of 5
1801 N Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is 2.670.663 ₫ per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
2.670.663 ₫
3.011.173 ₫ total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (749 reviews)
"Liked that we were very close to the beach and restaurants. The breakfast was fine, had eggs, but pretty basic and repetitive. They arnt too good at refilling up syrup or certain other items. The room was okay but the bathroom had a lot of renovations that was not covered so it seemed off. Seemed ..."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Mariner Inn and Suites
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is 3.359.441 ₫ per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
3.359.441 ₫
3.796.169 ₫ total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,331 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and welcoming from the moment we stepped into the hotel. They accommodate to an issue we had and took care of it right away. The hotel is beautiful, the view of the river walk was to die for. The hotel has different locations to exit and enter the building making it easier ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,732 reviews)
"We had a great time at John Yancey Inn. It was clean & friendly. Breakfast was good! At the location was perfect!"

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
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.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Anchorage ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (242 reviews)
"My family and i has a great time. I love the look and feel of the building. I love that it connects directly to the beach. Lots of things for the family to do."

Reviewed on 21 Sept 2025

A Place at the Beach
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,256 reviews)
"Nice pet friendly option overall. Dated buildings remodeled less than 10 years ago but basic structure seems a little suspect."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Kasa Southside Wilmington

Kasa Southside Wilmington

4 out of 5
2910 Midtown Way, Wilmington, NC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Wrightsville ...
9/10 Wonderful! (136 reviews)
"The apartment was great; the space was ample for us. There were no kitchen towels (we did have paper towels, but dish towels would have been very helpful). I wish there would have been a few more kitchen utensils, as there was just one of each item. Check in was a disaster! Paid for early check in, ..."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Kasa Southside Wilmington
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.

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