Top 10 Hotels Near Bay Beach in Bald Head Island for 2026

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1. River Hotel of Southport

10 km from Bay Beach

Heather

RM517

RM572 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a "Welcome to the First in Flight State" sign, a seating area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

14.6 km from Bay Beach

Karen

RM398

RM429 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a stone facade, and a landscaped driveway.

A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

14.2 km from Bay Beach

Rollymar

RM384

RM414 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

A motel with a row of rooms featuring a blue exterior and orange doors, numbered sequentially.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and picnic tables.

A building with two doors, one orange and one blue, and a surfboard leaning against a brick wall.

4. Anchor Inn Motel

15.6 km from Bay Beach

Bryant

RM524

RM591 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a built-in fireplace with a purple light, a sofa, two green armchairs, and a wooden coffee table with baskets.

A reception area with a Coca-Cola refrigerator, snack shelves, and a small freezer.

A hotel with a prominent "Comfort Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

5. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

14.8 km from Bay Beach

Wanda

RM391

RM421 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, houses, and a road.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a small garden area.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

6. The Beach House Motel & Suites

12.9 km from Bay Beach

Martin

RM548

RM705 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A large, historic building with a symmetrical facade, a central entrance with a red brick pathway, and a black iron fence.

A covered patio with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of a backyard.

A sunlit patio with a round table, metal chairs, and potted plants.

7. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

10 km from Bay Beach

Rudolph

RM1,304

RM1,670 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Sept - 26 Sept

A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beach, a pier extending into the water, and residential buildings along the shore.

8. The Sand Dunes

17.8 km from Bay Beach

Lisa

RM341

RM397 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in stove, a refrigerator, and an air conditioning unit.

A wooden sign with a sailboat and palm tree, labeled 'Seven Seas Inn.'

A compact kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, stove, and oven.

A building with multiple floors, a wooden fence, and a car parked in front.

9. Seven Seas Oceanfront

18.1 km from Bay Beach

SAMUEL

RM595

RM672 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and people, and a building with balconies.

A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.

10. Oceaneer

19.8 km from Bay Beach

Savana

RM511

RM578 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.

A living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a round coffee table, and a surfboard.

A covered porch with green chairs and potted plants, a teal door with the number 18, and white walls with wooden slats.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV.

11. The Starlite Inn

22 km from Bay Beach

Stephen

RM327

RM370 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A poolside area with lounge chairs and a covered seating area.

12. Admiral's Quarter

17.8 km from Bay Beach

James

RM371

RM432 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Wyndham hotel.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by dining tables and chairs.

13. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

12.2 km from Bay Beach

Ricky

RM323

RM358 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A modern hotel reception area with two reception desks, a coffee station, and a visible sign for Holiday Inn Express.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

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

20.9 km from Bay Beach

Chris

RM380

RM409 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

A hotel corridor with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through the windows.

A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.

15. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

20.6 km from Bay Beach

Thomas

RM599

RM676 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

A spacious room with a large chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a view through an arched window.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

A building with a grand entrance, large columns, and a double door with a number above it.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a reception area with two chairs and a lamp.

16. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

30.6 km from Bay Beach

Ali

RM481

RM544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

A kitchen with a view to a backyard, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a wooden stool.

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.

17. Carolina Beach Inn

22.2 km from Bay Beach

Carla

RM488

RM552 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a multi-story hotel with balconies and a pool area.

A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and large windows offering views of the outside.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

22.2 km from Bay Beach

Cherie

RM732

RM827 total

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp.

A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small round table with magazines, a white chair, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.

19. Dry Dock Inn

21.8 km from Bay Beach

Janie

RM509

RM575 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Sept - 24 Sept

A wooden deck with a view of a pier extending into the ocean.

A beach view with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach with sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a bathroom with a shower, and a phone on the nightstand.

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a pier, houses, and a swimming pool.

20. Ocean Crest Motel

18.9 km from Bay Beach

Therese

RM689

RM777 total

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
River Hotel of Southport	9.6 Exceptional 1,006 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport	9.4 Exceptional 805 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport	9.4 Exceptional 831 reviews	View
Anchor Inn Motel	9.8 Exceptional 48 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island	8.8 Excellent 1,004 reviews	View

Top Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Seven Seas Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"Very close to the sea,nice"

River Hotel of Southport

10/10 Excellent

"It was beautiful. Also impressed with how handicap accessible it is. I plan to go again and take my mom who is handicap. Staff was friendly and helpful."

Admiral's Quarter

8/10 Good

"The room has very sparse furniture. It could have benefited from a dinette or a place to put your suitcases. There were no chairs but the beds to sit on."

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Good location! Easy to walk to the beach, very nice and clean"

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

10/10 Excellent

"the staff were attentive, the rooms were clean awesome with helpful notes on how certain equipment works, breakfast was fast and efficient and parking was plentiful."

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

10/10 Excellent

"Clean room, friendly staff."

The Beach House Motel & Suites

10/10 Excellent

"easy beach access"

Other attractions near Bay Beach

A tall, weathered lighthouse with a domed top, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Bald Head Island Lighthouse

8.4/10 (30 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bald Head Island when you spend time at Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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

Oak Island Lighthouse

8.6/10 (110 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Oak Island with a visit to Oak Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Bald Head Island Conservancy

9.0/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bald Head Island Conservancy, a lovely green space in Bald Head Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Kent Mitchell Nature Trail

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Kent Mitchell Nature Trail during your travels to Bald Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Smith Island Museum of History

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Smith Island Museum of History during your trip to Bald Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Bald Head Island Visitors Center

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Bald Head Island Visitors Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bald Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Southport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center during your trip to Southport. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Bay Beach?

Bay Beach is located in Bald Head Island. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 86 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Bay Beach?

River Hotel of Southport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free parking. You'll find it 6.2 mi (10 km) from Bay Beach. Other good options in the area include Wingate By Wyndham Southport and Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island.

How many hotels should I expect to find near Bay Beach?

Expedia has 86 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Bay Beach.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Bay Beach, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Bay Beach.

What can I see and do near Bay Beach?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Smith Island Museum of History. Explore nature at Bald Head Island Conservancy and Kent Mitchell Nature Trail. Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Oak Island Lighthouse are both worth a visit while you're out exploring.

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Our top choices for Bay Beach hotels

1. River Hotel of Southport

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

4. Anchor Inn Motel

5. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

6. The Beach House Motel & Suites

7. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

8. The Sand Dunes

9. Seven Seas Oceanfront

10. Oceaneer

11. The Starlite Inn

12. Admiral's Quarter

13. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

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

15. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

16. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

17. Carolina Beach Inn

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

19. Dry Dock Inn

20. Ocean Crest Motel

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Top Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Seven Seas Oceanfront

River Hotel of Southport

Admiral's Quarter

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

The Beach House Motel & Suites

Other attractions near Bay Beach

Bald Head Island Lighthouse

Oak Island Lighthouse

Bald Head Island Conservancy

Kent Mitchell Nature Trail

Smith Island Museum of History

Bald Head Island Visitors Center

Waterfront Park

Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center

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