Brunswick Islands

Travel Guide

One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
A beautiful #beach to catch the sunrise.
Sunset taken from causeway leading to the beach
This flowery bush in front of our hotel was covered with all sorts of butterflies

Where to stay in Brunswick Islands

Silhoutted Ocean Pier at Sunrise

Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
Casewell Beach line with Oak Island in the distance

Yaupon Beach

While Yaupon Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse.

Yaupon Beach
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is RM679 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
RM679
RM765 total
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf Club at ...
9/10 Wonderful! (61 reviews)
Clean friendly small

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites

2 out of 5
500 Ocean Dr Oak Island NC
Stay at this beach hotel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful place to stay!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The Beach House Motel & Suites
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.
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (802 reviews)
Pros: The suite was clean. The space is large and roomy with plenty of blankets, and kitchen pans, appliances, and dishware. Check-in and out was easy and staff friendly. Location is very nice with a great view from all suites. Enjoyed the real wood fireplace. Bought some logs at local store and ...

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and Les and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (287 reviews)
Nice area and amenities, all with beachfront access.

Reviewed on 24 Jan 2026

A Place at the Beach
stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

2.5 out of 5
1009 Lower Shiloh Way Morrisville NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Topgolf Durham and Wake Competition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (152 reviews)
Room was dirty, sheets like sandpaper and no pots, pans, utensils etc. person upstairs woke me up at 5:30 am pacing every morning and it took 2 visits to the mgmt to rectify. I did bring complaints to management who did say I got the worst room and they did offer to move me. I had already bought ...

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP
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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