The Best Hotels in Downtown, Carolina Beach - 2026 Updated Prices

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A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

1. Carolina Beach Motel

Downtown

Leigh

3.275.529 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

2. Carolina Beach Inn

Downtown

Gonzalo

3.513.270 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.

3. The Starlite Inn

Downtown

Stephen

2.092.112 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Cherie

5.048.014 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Hortense

4.465.697 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

27 Oct - 28 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

6. Dry Dock Inn

0.4 km from Downtown

Janie

3.663.113 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.

7. The Beach House

0.6 km from Downtown

Dana

2.634.948 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

8. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Wilmington Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown

Thomas

4.308.084 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.

9. Pirates Cove

0.6 km from Downtown

Tracy

2.531.167 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

10. Oceaneer

Wilmington Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown

Kevin

3.679.687 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

4 km from Downtown

SAMUEL

3.830.256 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

12. Admiral's Quarter

4.3 km from Downtown

Keith

2.697.463 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious room with a large chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a view through an arched window.

13. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

9 km from Downtown

Ali

3.465.060 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.

14. The Sand Dunes

4.3 km from Downtown

Lisa

2.381.358 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

7 Oct - 8 Oct

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

17.5 km from Downtown

Karen

2.730.969 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

18.5 km from Downtown

maurice

3.539.736 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

17. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

23.7 km from Downtown

Peter

2.807.008 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

18. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

17.2 km from Downtown

Wanda

2.684.512 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink.

19. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

26.3 km from Downtown

Victoria

2.348.049 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

18.6 km from Downtown

Jeff

3.104.710 ₫ total

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Inn	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 443 reviews	View
The Starlite Inn	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 317 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Motel	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 305 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,006 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Wilmington Beach

A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

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.

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

8/10 Good

"Overall, we enjoyed our stay. We found the staff very friendly and helpful; they responded quickly to requests. Room was clean but in need of upgrades, especially the bathroom which was small for 2 people and the air conditioner unit which was very loud. Pool area was large and well maintained. While a nice property, it did not meet the standards of a Hilton."

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

10/10 Excellent

"We absolutely loved this place! The sunset on one side and the beach on the other was great. Watching the tide rise and fall on the Cape Fear reserves was a nice surprise. We hadn't been to this area since the early 90's so it was good to be back. Parking at the restaurants was a little tricky, but the Wrightsville area is definitely worth a visit. Our room was a privately owned condo and was nicely decorated, with a small library and games. There wasn't a lot of storage or closet space, but I'm sure every room is different."

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel had easy access to the beach and has a pool, there’s a bar right by the pool and coffee bar right in the lobby. It’s so convenient. They don’t have a lot of garage parking but there’s parking uncovered. The staff is great at the front desk, housekeeping, the shuttle service. I will say the food onsite for breakfast wasn’t bad, but the wait staff was not as friendly. The room was very clean. All in all it was such a great trip! They do have a resort charge $30/night, so just keep that in mind!"

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Carolina Beach's Downtown neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

Expedia has 96 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carolina Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Downtown.

What can I see and do in this Carolina Beach neighbourhood?

Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Arcade and SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carolina Beach.

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Carolina Beach Motel

2. Carolina Beach Inn

3. The Starlite Inn

4. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

5. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

6. Dry Dock Inn

7. The Beach House

8. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

9. Pirates Cove

10. Oceaneer

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

12. Admiral's Quarter

13. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

14. The Sand Dunes

15. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

16. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

17. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

18. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

19. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

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Where to stay in Downtown

Wilmington Beach

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

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