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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite) | Living area
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (387)
"Great room for a one night stay. The self check-in and out was new but great too."
United States
Mark
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Carolina Beach Inn
Beach/ocean view
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1007)
"Great stay would stay again "
United States
Jorge
The price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Clean, quiet, great location "
United States
john
The price is NZ$216
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Exterior
Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (113)
"Beautiful stay right near the beach "
United States
Isabel
The price is NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
23 Dec - 24 Dec
Boardwalk Inn
Terrace/patio
Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (201)
"Cute little location close to the beach and restaurant."
United States
Sinthia
Carolina Beach Motel
Dining
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
2.5 star property
23.7 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (378)
"Great location near grocery store and restaurants. "
United States
Corey
The price is NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
Lobby
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
23.1 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1005)
"Clean and welcoming .. "
United States
moira
The price is NZ$179
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
Porch
The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast
4.0 star property
17.1 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (12)
"Great hosts, awesome amenities. Convenient to shopping and dining locations. Will definitely stay again. "
United States
Jon
The price is NZ$580
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast
Exterior
The Inn at Southport

The Inn at Southport

The Inn at Southport
3.0 star property
17 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (158)
"We loved our trip here everything was perfect "
United States
Jaime
The Inn at Southport
Lobby
Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport
2.5 star property
16.2 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1000)
"Hotel was comfortable, reasonably priced, and in good condition. Also well placed to get anywhere in the town, so it was very good for a business trip."
Canada
Brian
The price is NZ$153
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Wingate By Wyndham Southport
Lobby
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
2.5 star property
17.2 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1002)
"The room was clean and the staff was very courteous."
United States
Jacqueline
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
2.5 star property
22.5 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (928)
"Nice staff, clean room, nice pool, decent selection for breakfast "
United States
Kelly
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
Exterior
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (696)
"Perfect stay amazing staff"
United States
Travis
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
15 Jan - 16 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
Terrace/patio
River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1001)
"great location fun town"
United States
Norm
River Hotel of Southport
Lobby lounge
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (761)
"Very glad I chose to stay here for my trip !"
United States
Taylor
The price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
27 Dec - 28 Dec
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
Oceanfront Shared Walkway | Beach/ocean view
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
26.9 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (55)
"Clean, quiet and a great view of the sunrise. Also, very friendly office staff. "
United States
Christina
The price is NZ$173
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2026
Ocean Crest Motel
Rooftop bar
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
23.8 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1008)
"We love the happy hour and the great breakfast in the morning"
United States
Michele
The price is NZ$202
includes taxes & fees
22 Dec - 23 Dec
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Beach views, serves lunch and dinner
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
2.5 star property
Wilmington Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1189)
"Staff was very friendly and made sure that we had a pleasant stay. Rooms were clean and having a small fridge and a microwave was very useful and convenient. I highly recommend this hotel. "
United States
Mariela
The price is NZ$195
includes taxes & fees
20 Dec - 21 Dec
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Indoor pool
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (71)
"Great hotel, nice pool, clean "
United States
Lesley
The price is NZ$155
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Seasonal outdoor pool
Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 star property
23.4 km from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (299)
"I love staying here every year with my family. Our kids love the pool and we love the grills and picnic tables right outside and how you can walk to the beach and other places "
United States
Angel
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
Captain's Cove Motel
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Wilmington Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach Pier.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

10/10 Excellent
"Great location! Room was big with a nice riverfront view! Hotel staff was friendly and accommodating! Good breakfast. "
Marita 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

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Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Carolina Beach's Downtown neighbourhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Make sure that you visit Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront is the highest ranked property in Downtown. This hotel is steps from Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Carolina Beach Inn and Carolina Beach Motel.
How many hotels are there in Downtown?
Expedia has 92 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carolina Beach area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Downtown.
What can I see and do in this Carolina Beach neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in Downtown are Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carolina Beach.