Coastal North Carolina

Travel Guide

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

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center.

South Nags Head
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Long Beach

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
Wilmington featuring an administrative buidling

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Downtown Wilmington
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Whalehead Beach

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

Whalehead Beach
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Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Caswell Beach
Wilmington featuring an administrative buidling

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Wilmington Historic District
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is RM310 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
RM310
RM351 total
16 Dec - 17 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,011 reviews)
Room was clean. People were great. I stayed 9 days.

Reviewed on 11 Nov 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 RM471 per night from 30 Nov to 1 Dec
RM471
RM532 total
30 Nov - 1 Dec
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,387 reviews)
My only complaint: valet parking was closed when we arrived back at hotel @ 11:15pm. I was told "we are closed for the night". My response. I paid for valet parking so i expect someone to park my car. I felt like I inconvenienced him. However he said leave your key, and I will have someone move ...

Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is RM352 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
RM352
RM398 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (108 reviews)
Very clean and updated! Liked having Starbucks in the lobby too.

Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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.
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! (261 reviews)
It was a great stay all in all. The room was just what we needed! The indoor hot tub was not working when we were there which was a bummer and the walk to the beach was a bit longer than expected but still a great place to stay, especially with children.

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025

A Place at the Beach
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! (1,266 reviews)
Clean room, easy access to beach

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Kasa Southside Wilmington

Kasa Southside Wilmington

4 out of 5
2910 Midtown Way, Wilmington, NC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Wrightsville ...
9/10 Wonderful! (141 reviews)
Great place to stay, the area was very continent as well. Thank you!

Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025

Kasa Southside Wilmington
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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