10 Best Hotels & Accommodation Closest to Bay Beach in Bald Head Island from NZ$122

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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.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

14.2 km from Bay Beach

Rollymar

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

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

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

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

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.

2. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

14.8 km from Bay Beach

Joyce

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

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.

3. Anchor Inn Motel

15.6 km from Bay Beach

Bryant

NZ$228

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and a blue patterned pillow. There is a painting of a beach scene above the bed.

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

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

4. The Beach House Motel & Suites

12.9 km from Bay Beach

Mandala

NZ$200

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

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.

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

A balcony with white chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the beach and ocean.

5. The Sand Dunes

17.8 km from Bay Beach

Deborah

NZ$162

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 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 beach with a wooden boardwalk leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by dunes and a clear sky.

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

6. Admiral's Quarter

17.8 km from Bay Beach

Stan

NZ$122

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

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

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

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

20.9 km from Bay Beach

Elizabeth

NZ$166

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

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

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, several chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

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

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

8. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

12.2 km from Bay Beach

Ricky

NZ$140

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a wine rack.

9. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

10 km from Bay Beach

Rudolph

NZ$550

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

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

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.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

22.2 km from Bay Beach

Deborah

NZ$293

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

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

Melissa

NZ$158

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 building with a white exterior, red doors, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.

12. Oceaneer

19.8 km from Bay Beach

Tim

NZ$225

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

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

A beach view with houses, picnic tables, and a mailbox.

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

13. Ocean Crest Motel

18.9 km from Bay Beach

Jessica

NZ$224

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck leading to the beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

14. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

20.6 km from Bay Beach

Thomas

NZ$253

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

15. The Beach House

22.7 km from Bay Beach

jim

NZ$181

includes taxes & fees

28 Oct - 29 Oct

A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

A living room with a TV, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, overlooking a pier and the ocean.

A living room with a beige sofa, a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.

16. Seven Seas Oceanfront

18.1 km from Bay Beach

SAMUEL

NZ$205

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

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

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

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

17. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

30.6 km from Bay Beach

Curt

NZ$200

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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 corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.

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

18. Dry Dock Inn

21.8 km from Bay Beach

Aliyah

NZ$212

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

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

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

A covered porch with white rocking chairs, a small table, and a stone wall.

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

19. Carolina Beach Inn

22.2 km from Bay Beach

Gonzalo

NZ$222

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.

A modern kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a hanging light fixture.

A balcony with a view of a pool and ocean.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

22 km from Bay Beach

Ismael

NZ$236

includes taxes & fees

4 Nov - 5 Nov

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Compare popular hotels close to Bay Beach

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport	9.4 Exceptional 844 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island	8.8 Excellent 1,001 reviews	View
Anchor Inn Motel	9.8 Exceptional 54 reviews	View
The Beach House Motel & Suites	9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews	View
The Sand Dunes	8.8 Excellent 837 reviews	View

Top Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - South Beach - Oceanside

10/10 Excellent

"Always love our stay at Sandcastle!!"

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

10/10 Excellent

"A very cute place."

NEW lithium GOLF CARTS, Renovated and newly Furnished Welcome to Palm Paradise

10/10 Excellent

"We had a great time and enjoyed the house. Location was good - in the forest close to the ferry, store, beaches, and other attractions but not too close. Very quiet this time of year. Golf carts were fast! Need need to be careful not to get a speeding ticket! Only kept from five stars for cleanliness due to some dog hair under the sofas. Wouldn’t have found except our pup lost her ball. Melanie is a great communicator and gracious host. Would stay again!"

Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available

10/10 Excellent

"Great location and very helpful hosts!"

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

10/10 Excellent

"Have stayed multiple times with this host! They are always great! Clean, accurate listing, wonderful to work with. Beautiful home in great location! Always prompt responses. Highly recommend!"

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

10/10 Excellent

"Love this getaway. It's always so simple and smooth to book and check-in and such a great location!"

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

10/10 Excellent

"The cottage was clean and the host very helpful"

Renovated Luxury home Sumner’s Crescent Walk to Mikes Bites, E. Beach & Shoal’s

10/10 Excellent

"Very well kept home with plenty of extra amenities to enjoy the beach. (Chairs, beach towels, etc). Very responsive and easy to communicate with!"

Oceanfront Cottage w/Great Views, Huge Deck, BHI Club+Golf, 3 Carts, Dogs OK

10/10 Excellent

"great home at an even better location, perfect for fishing, swimming, and relaxing by the water."

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.

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.

Top Hotels Near Bay Beach in Bald Head Island from NZ$122

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Our top choices for Bay Beach hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

2. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

3. Anchor Inn Motel

4. The Beach House Motel & Suites

5. The Sand Dunes

6. Admiral's Quarter

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

8. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

9. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

10. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

11. The Starlite Inn

12. Oceaneer

13. Ocean Crest Motel

14. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

15. The Beach House

16. Seven Seas Oceanfront

17. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

18. Dry Dock Inn

19. Carolina Beach Inn

20. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

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Top Bay Beach Hotel Reviews

Sandcastle by the Sea - 3Bedroom, 2 Bath/Sleeps 6 - South Beach - Oceanside

Welcome to the Mermaid villa - Your perfect retreat!

NEW lithium GOLF CARTS, Renovated and newly Furnished Welcome to Palm Paradise

Charming Studio / Cottage in Marina BHI & Shoals Club Available

Panoramic Ocean Views - Close to BHI Club and Shops - Two New Golf Carts

Welcome to Shell Cottage on Bald Head Island!

Carolina Moonshine @ BHI !!Sparkle & Shine On @ BHI Marina

Renovated Luxury home Sumner’s Crescent Walk to Mikes Bites, E. Beach & Shoal’s

Oceanfront Cottage w/Great Views, Huge Deck, BHI Club+Golf, 3 Carts, Dogs OK

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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