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Our top choices for Shell Island hotels

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
Shell Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1567)
"Room was nice and the view was spectaular!"
United States
Brandi
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
23.3 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"Clean, quiet, great location "
United States
john
The price is 3.000.410 ₫
3.390.463 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Beach/ocean view
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
23.6 km from Shell Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Great stay would stay again "
United States
Jorge
The price is 2.215.165 ₫
2.503.136 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Terrace/patio
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1411)
"Great location "
United States
Alex
The price is 2.830.314 ₫
3.198.255 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jan - 9 Jan 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Shell Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (244)
"Excellent stay and place to see the flotilla and Alex was great and all the staff "
United States
Michelle
The price is 3.422.120 ₫
4.997.348 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Exterior
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Clean room, nice amenities and great location "
United States
Shannon
The price is 2.974.612 ₫
3.807.504 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Beach views, serves lunch and dinner
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
2.5 star property
24.8 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1189)
"Staff was very friendly and made sure that we had a pleasant stay. Rooms were clean and having a small fridge and a microwave was very useful and convenient. I highly recommend this hotel. "
United States
Mariela
The price is 2.527.776 ₫
2.856.387 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
15.4 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Great Stay"
United States
Carolyn
The price is 2.215.754 ₫
2.503.802 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (489)
"Very clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Lyndell
The price is 2.632.400 ₫
2.974.612 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Lobby
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
2.5 star property
9 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"Just a great experience. Clean rooms, friendly staff. The breakfast buffet was good."
United States
Timothy
The price is 2.260.516 ₫
2.554.383 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jan - 6 Jan 2026
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
Studio Suite | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
11 km from Shell Island
7.2 out of 10, Good, (878)
"Room was nice and clean, staff were very helpful, very comfortable bed."
United States
kim
The price is 1.553.397 ₫
1.755.340 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
On the beach
Surf Suites

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 4 km from Shell Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (471)
"Kitchen was fully equipped and parking was convenient and easy. Very nice property!"
United States
DIANA
The price is 2.869.316 ₫
3.242.328 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Surf Suites
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great staff, location, and room."
United States
Christine
The price is 2.568.696 ₫
2.902.625 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Lobby
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7.4 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great hotel and staff! "
United States
Daylon
The price is 2.215.165 ₫
2.503.136 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
Rooftop bar
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
15.6 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Room was clean and staff was very friendly and courteous!"
United States
Marisol
The price is 3.001.207 ₫
3.391.364 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
25 Dec - 26 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Indoor pool
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (144)
"Great stay!"
United States
Hunter
The price is 2.244.911 ₫
2.536.749 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Lobby
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
2.5 star property
8.9 km from Shell Island
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1037)
"Our stay with sleep inn was amazing! "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is 2.004.836 ₫
2.265.465 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Lobby
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
22.5 km from Shell Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1002)
"Clean and welcoming .. "
United States
moira
The price is 2.475.114 ₫
2.741.188 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
2.5 star property
8.4 km from Shell Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Friendly people, good service, clean area and good food"
United States
Rosario
The price is 2.053.818 ₫
2.320.815 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
2 Jan - 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Balcony
Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1000)
"This property had a balcony with view of the ocean."
United States
Sharon
The price is 3.395.796 ₫
3.837.249 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026
Silver Gull Motel
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Where to stay in Shell Island

Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

South End

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

South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Aussie Island Surf Shop, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Parmele Isle

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

Top Shell Island Hotel Reviews

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice stay in the off season. Would stay again."
Rachel 2-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is Shell Island like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Wrightsville Beach's Shell Island neighbourhood. Consider a visit to Wrightsville Beach as part of your Shell Island travel plans.
How many hotels are there in the Shell Island area?
If you're searching for places to stay in Wrightsville Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 107 Shell Island hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Shell Island.
What are the top things to see and do in Shell Island?
Wrightsville Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Shell Island. While you're out sightseeing, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wrightsville Beach.