Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach
Wrightsville Beach which includes a beach as well as a small group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
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Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

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Shell Island

4.5/5(107 area reviews)

Though Shell Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island
Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

South End

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.

South End
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South Harbor Island

While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Harbor Island
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Parmele Isle

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Parmele Isle
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,548 reviews)
The resort is generally very nice. Although, it does show need of repairs here and there as did our condo. Considering that we paid extra for the top tier condo, I expected it to be nicer.

Reviewed on Oct 19, 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ¥21,363 per night from Nov 18 to Nov 19
¥21,363
¥29,313 total
Nov 18 - Nov 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful and would stay here again! Went for our anniversary and were surprised by a knock on the door with a gift of sparkling wine and a chute board full of cheese nuts fruit meats and crackers!!! We almost stayed at a condo close by that had a good rating but I looked at the reviews ...

Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ¥22,889 per night from Nov 23 to Nov 24
¥22,889
¥32,417 total
Nov 23 - Nov 24
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (219 reviews)
A surprise for wife’s birthday! Was very happy with the experience.Location was great! Staff Great Service Great Met with drinks on arrival

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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.
Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo

Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo

Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Aussie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (123 reviews)
We had an amazing stay. I woke to watch the sunrise from the balcony each morning. We swam in the beautiful pool and enjoyed the easy beach access and walks to nearby shops and restaurants. The place was perfect and so well equipped. It doesn’t get better than this!

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2025

Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo
Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock!

Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock!

Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and tennis courts. Popular attractions Wrightsville ...
10/10 Exceptional! (3 reviews)
Family Gathering
We bring our 3 children and their families to Wrightsville Beach every year or two. This was a great house to congregate in, huge kitchen, lots of bedrooms plus a supply of beach toys. The grandkids really enjoyed having the dock for fishing, crabbing and swimming. This is second year to stay in ...

Reviewed on Jun 28, 2025

Aquarium #159 - Soundfront Home on Wrightsville Beach w/ Private Dock!
The Family Beach House- a coastal haven just steps away from Wrightsville shore!

The Family Beach House- a coastal haven just steps away from Wrightsville shore!

2 out of 5
Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions ...
10/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
This property is beautifully decorated. Many of the guests were saying how much they wanted to mimic the decor in their own homes! We had a catered dinner party and the space looked amazing! Everyone also slept super well which is a plus with a big group. The location is great and only steps from ...

Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025

The Family Beach House- a coastal haven just steps away from Wrightsville shore!
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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Reviews of Wrightsville Beach

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
215
5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
86
4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area is very nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful beach! Wrightsville is definitely one of the beat beaches in NC !

5/5 - Excellent

Bob

Pleasant family beach. Houses very close together, but space is limited. Easy access to City of Wilmington.

4/5 - Good

Kimberly

WB is a great little beach town but pretty busy during the summer.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Wrightsville is very pretty but lacks restaurants on the actual beach area. Carolina Beach has a much better beachfront area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Tower 7 restaurant is right down the street and is delicious. We got up early to watch the sun rise through the glass door to the balcony. What better way to celebrate God’s creation than Watching from a soft sofa in the living room?

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