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Our top choices for Shell Island beach hotels

On the beach, beach towels, beach volleyball, beach bar
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, (1576)
" Room was very clean, amazing view, helpful staff and location is peaceful. "
United States
Namita
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Exterior
Cozy beach cottage with a beautiful ocean view!

Cozy beach cottage with a beautiful ocean view!

Cozy beach cottage with a beautiful ocean view!
Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (84)
"Cozy location, quiet and airy. Easy access to the beach and the offshore winds "
United States
Linny B.
The price is ￥29,349
￥98,659 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Cozy beach cottage with a beautiful ocean view!
Exterior
Ocean view duplex just steps from the beach!

Ocean view duplex just steps from the beach!

Ocean view duplex just steps from the beach!
Shell Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (88)
"Super close to the beach, lot of nice amenities at the house"
United States
Anshuman M.
The price is ￥31,854
￥98,689 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
Ocean view duplex just steps from the beach!
Exterior
4BR Coastal Escape with Ocean Views

4BR Coastal Escape with Ocean Views

4BR Coastal Escape with Ocean Views
Shell Island
The price is ￥63,215
￥160,902 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 30 - Dec 31
4BR Coastal Escape with Ocean Views
Outdoor pool
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1003)
"location ocean front hotel. very nice location for vacation. good breakfast. "
United States
Hyungsoo
The price is ￥17,846
￥20,166 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 2 - Jan 3, 2026
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
Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1005)
"Great stay would stay again "
United States
Jorge
The price is ￥14,506
￥16,391 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20, 2026
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Reception
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1005)
"Great Stay"
United States
Carolyn
The price is ￥13,175
￥14,888 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Balcony
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
Wrightsville Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (246)
"Excellent stay and place to see the flotilla and Alex was great and all the staff "
United States
Michelle
The price is ￥20,354
￥29,724 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Exterior
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
Westfall Park
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (460)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, very nice breakfast...All at the right price!!"
United States
Eugene C.
The price is ￥15,278
￥17,265 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 5 - Jan 6, 2026
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
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
Downtown Wilmington
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1422)
"Friendly staff, clean, and quiet. "
United States
Amy
The price is ￥16,834
￥19,022 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Top Shell Island Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very friendly and the barista even went and made me a drink at Starbucks even after they closed. 5 stars (yes they have a Starbucks in lobby but it closes at 1pm just so you know) "
Riley 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

Frequently asked questions

What is Shell Island like for travelers who love the beach?
Book a great place to stay in Shell Island, which has a lot to offer the traveler planning a beach getaway.
What's the best accommodation to stay near the beach in Shell Island?
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is a top beachfront resort offering free internet and beach towels, located within a short 1-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach.
What is there to see and do around Shell Island?
After arriving and checking into your hotel, you'll probably want to explore your surroundings. Beach lovers can head straight to Surf City Beach or Freeman Park for some quality time by the water. Discover a variety of local attractions, which include Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's Pier. For more things to see and do, consider visiting Mayfaire Town Center or Figure Eight Island.

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