Coastal North Carolina, NC

Travel Guide

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

Outer Banks showing fishing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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Long Beach

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

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
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Wilmington Beach

While Wilmington Beach isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wilmington Beach
The beautiful Corolla beach

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

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

Whalehead Beach
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Ocean Sands, Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Sands
Wilmington showing an administrative buidling

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River.

Downtown Wilmington
Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks

3.5 out of 5
405 S. Virginia Dare Trail, Kill Devil Hills, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,557 reviews)
"I liked the stay overall, but the room we were in was dated and needs to be remodeled. The bathroom was so small you could barely shut the door and you couldn’t move in it. The room was clean but not as nice as I was expecting. Overall, a slightly disappointing stay. On a high note…. The breakfast ..."

Reviewed on Jul 18, 2025

Shutters on the Banks
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ¥12,084 per night from Aug 19 to Aug 20
¥12,084
¥13,655 total
Aug 19 - Aug 20
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"I requested extra towels and never received them. Only complaint I have"

Reviewed on Jul 17, 2025

Sleep Inn
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 ¥21,377 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
¥21,377
¥24,156 total
Aug 3 - Aug 4
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,210 reviews)
"We enjoyed the ocean view from our room."

Reviewed on Jul 16, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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.
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 WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,214 reviews)
Stay at AB resort
"We've stayed at AB resort before and had a certain type room. We were expecting same type of room, but got a different type room that was a bit cramped for four but it worked ok. Also they've started charging for parking at the resort, which is kind of odd and unnecessary, but it is what it is."

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

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

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (225 reviews)
"Activities planned throughout the week"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

A Place at the Beach
Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd, Kitty Hawk, NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing ...
7.6/10 Good! (294 reviews)
"Enjoyed the Outer Banks. Barrier Island was a nice place to stay. Our place was just renovated, up to date."

Reviewed on Jun 16, 2025

Barrier Island Station
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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