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Oceanfront Shared Walkway | Beach/ocean view

1. Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (108 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Sharai
The price is 5.782.014Ā ā‚«
6.519.220Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Ocean Crest Motel
Beach nearby, white sand

2. Anchor Inn Motel

Anchor Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (40 reviews)
"Clean and pet friendly. We will book again."
United States
Sabine
The price is 5.011.062Ā ā‚«
5.649.972Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Anchor Inn Motel
Superior Room, 1 King Bed, Refrigerator & Microwave | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

3. The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites
2.0 star property
Yaupon Beach
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (98 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at the Beach House on Oak Island. Excellent location, easy access and helpful staff."
United States
Kimberely
The price is 4.662.033Ā ā‚«
5.820.367Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
30 Jul - 31 Jul
The Beach House Motel & Suites
Seasonal outdoor pool

4. Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 star property
Long Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (309 reviews)
"Older motel, but clean and well maintained. Reasonable walk to the beach."
United States
jacolyn
The price is 3.553.740Ā ā‚«
4.006.841Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
9 Aug - 10 Aug
Captain's Cove Motel
Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

5. Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!

Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!
3.5 star property
Yaupon Beach
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations, clean & comfortable! There were No signs of pets or smoking. I'm allergic to both animals & smoke. Sometimes these rentals state pet free/smoke free but then are clearly Not!! But as I said No signs of either here! All the essentials was there. Very nice clean rental. Highly recommend!! Thank You for an Awesome stay. : )"
United States
David
The price is 3.711.684Ā ā‚«
13.262.294Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
15 Aug - 16 Aug
Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!
House, Accessible | 6 bedrooms

6. Harbor Lights Resort Waterfront Pool Dock

Harbor Lights Resort Waterfront Pool Dock
2.0 star property
Long Beach
The price is 33.613.705Ā ā‚«
59.892.563Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
13 Aug - 14 Aug
Harbor Lights Resort Waterfront Pool Dock
House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior

7. Oak Island Vacation Rental < 1 Mi to Beach!

Oak Island Vacation Rental < 1 Mi to Beach!
3.0 star property
Tranquil Harbour
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"Very nice and clean!"
United States
Billy
The price is 3.790.656Ā ā‚«
12.806.363Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Oak Island Vacation Rental < 1 Mi to Beach!
House (4 Bedrooms) | Interior

8. Cozy Oak Island House < 1 Mi to Beaches!

Cozy Oak Island House < 1 Mi to Beaches!
3.0 star property
Yaupon Beach
The price is 2.790.344Ā ā‚«
11.315.108Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jul - 30 Jul
Cozy Oak Island House < 1 Mi to Beaches!
House | 3 bedrooms

9. New Listing Lux Beach House Dog Friendly

New Listing Lux Beach House Dog Friendly
2.0 star property
Tranquil Harbour
The price is 12.074.486Ā ā‚«
26.302.315Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
New Listing Lux Beach House Dog Friendly
Exterior

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
2.5 star property
Southport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (771 reviews)
"Clean hotel, delicious breakfast and the staff was amazing."
United States
Christy
The price is 2.766.126Ā ā‚«
2.980.501Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
Lobby

11. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
2.5 star property
Southport
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,010 reviews)
"Everything is good - clean room, healthy breakfast, friendly staff. Nice place for the family stay."
United States
Valeriy
The price is 2.872.475Ā ā‚«
3.095.091Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
Exterior

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
2.5 star property
Bolivia
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (999 reviews)
"The overall stay was great."
United States
Heather
The price is 2.333.886Ā ā‚«
2.514.732Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
Terrace/patio

13. River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport
2.5 star property
Southport
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"We love this place!! Private beach and fishing pier!"
United States
Nina
The price is 4.975.236Ā ā‚«
5.510.073Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
River Hotel of Southport
Lobby lounge

14. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
3.0 star property
Southport
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (805 reviews)
"The staff was courteous and helpful. The accommodations were clean. And the location was great for our trip Would stay here again."
United States
Patricia
The price is 3.056.216Ā ā‚«
3.293.072Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
Lobby

15. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport
3.0 star property
Southport
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"This is my second year there, I am definitely making this my vacay spot from now on. I love the staff and the rooms are great."
United States
Max
The price is 2.700.842Ā ā‚«
2.991.196Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Wingate By Wyndham Southport
Banquet hall

16. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
3.0 star property
Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A wonderful place to stay when visiting Wilmington"
United States
Varun
The price is 5.136.575Ā ā‚«
5.804.331Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jul - 29 Jul
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
Free daily continental breakfast

17. Quality Inn Shallotte near Ocean Isle Beach

Quality Inn Shallotte near Ocean Isle Beach
2.5 star property
Shallotte
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (807 reviews)
"I was pleased with my stay. I will stay there again when in the area."
United States
Orlando
The price is 2.750.858Ā ā‚«
3.104.882Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Quality Inn Shallotte near Ocean Isle Beach
Porch

18. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast
4.0 star property
Southport
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (20 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay! We loved it, the hospitality, and the house with garden. Highly recommend! "
Sweden
Stefan
The price is 8.244.677Ā ā‚«
9.130.979Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast
On the beach, white sand

19. The Islander Inn

The Islander Inn
2.5 star property
Ocean Isle Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Just a walk to the beach, a balcony for night, and a clean room. We would stay here again."
United States
Tom
The price is 5.899.208Ā ā‚«
6.770.078Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
The Islander Inn
Lobby

20. Best Western Shallotte / Ocean Isle Beach Hotel

Best Western Shallotte / Ocean Isle Beach Hotel
2.5 star property
Shallotte
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (735 reviews)
"The staff was helpful and room was clean"
United States
MaurilƩia
The price is 3.685.097Ā ā‚«
4.081.245Ā ā‚« total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Best Western Shallotte / Ocean Isle Beach Hotel
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Holiday Rentals in Oak Island

Apartment
Apartment (0 Bedroom) | Interior
Coastal North Carolina Retreat: Half Mile to Beach

Coastal North Carolina Retreat: Half Mile to Beach

Coastal North Carolina Retreat: Half Mile to Beach
3.0 star property
Tranquil Harbour
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1 review)
"It was clean and new. It had everything you could have needed. Too bad I was only there for a day and a half. Would have been great to be able to stay longer but I had to get home. Also, it was very very quiet!"
Coastal North Carolina Retreat: Half Mile to Beach
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Where to stay in Oak Island

Find the best Oak Island areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Oak Island
Learn more about Oak Island
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Long Beach

Long Beach invites you to unplug on its wide sandy shores along Oak Island's Atlantic coast. This peaceful area balances quiet residential charm with vacation-friendly amenities. The iconic Oak Island Lighthouse stands tall while Ocean Crest Pier extends into the blue waters. The area features charming beach cottages with weathered wood siding and pastel colours. Visitors appreciate the less commercialized atmosphere compared to larger beach destinations. Multiple public beach access points make exploring the shoreline easy for swimming, fishing, and sunset strolls.

A coastal road with houses, a beach, and a lighthouse in the distance.

Yaupon Beach

Yaupon Beach blends laid-back coastal charm with oceanfront beauty on Oak Island. Atlantic waves crash just steps from weathered beach cottages and modern coastal homes painted in soft pastels. The area offers pristine beach access points and peaceful residential streets for visitors seeking a quiet getaway. Travellers can explore nearby Caswell Beach or visit the Oak Island Lighthouse for panoramic views. Beach walkways invite morning strolls while surf fishing and shell collecting provide natural entertainment. The lack of commercial development maintains this area's authentic coastal community feel.

A lighthouse with a bright light at the top, surrounded by vegetation and a few buildings in the background.

Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

A coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, beach, and residential area.

Tranquil Harbour

This beachside area offers direct access to wide Atlantic shores and a peaceful retreat from the bustle of everyday life. Holiday rentals with weathered cedar shakes and wraparound porches create a classic coastal charm. Ocean views and natural dunes complete the relaxing seaside atmosphere. Tranquil Harbour lives up to its name with quiet streets perfect for morning jogs or evening strolls. Visitors can fish at Ocean Crest Pier or enjoy the constant sound of waves. Most travellers cook in rental kitchens or drive to nearby Oak Island for restaurants and shopping.

Stay near popular Oak Island attractions

A coastal town with houses, a lighthouse, and a beach.

Oak Island Lighthouse

8.6/10 (110 reviews)
This 1958 lighthouse features three distinct colour blocks created from different concrete mixtures. Climb 131 ship ladder steps to the observation deck for panoramic Atlantic Ocean views.
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Learn more about Oak Island

Pristine beaches stretch for miles with uncrowded shores perfect for collecting seashells at low tide. Rent bikes to explore the charming coastal town, then catch spectacular sunsets from Oak Island Pier where locals fish year-round.

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A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean during sunset.

Top Oak Island Hotel Reviews

Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Great place. The staff, location and family atmosphere makes Captains Cove the perfect location for an old fashioned family beach vacation. After 15 years of visiting it feels like staying with friends and not just a hotel. Iā€™ll be back soon!"
Kassandra 2-night trip
Posted 2 months ago
Captain's Cove Motel

More cheap stays in Oak Island

Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

6401 Oak Island Drive Oak Island NC
The price is 3.553.740Ā ā‚« per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
3.553.740Ā ā‚«
4.006.841Ā ā‚« total
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
7.6/10 Good! (309 reviews)

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Frequently asked questions

What's the weather like in Oak Island?
The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26Ā°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12Ā°C. Average annual precipitation for Oak Island is 1519 mm.