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 our traveller data, Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is steps from Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and offers a restaurant and an indoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront and The Starlite Inn .

How many hotels are there in Downtown?

Expedia has 96 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?

Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Arcade and SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carolina Beach.

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

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Cherie

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

2. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Hortense

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

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

3. The Starlite Inn

Downtown

Stephen

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

4. Carolina Beach Motel

Downtown

Leigh

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.

5. Carolina Beach Inn

Downtown

Gonzalo

includes taxes & fees

8 Oct - 9 Oct

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

6. Dry Dock Inn

0.4 km from Downtown

Janie

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

7. The Beach House

0.6 km from Downtown

Jhonas

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.

8. Pirates Cove

0.6 km from Downtown

Tracy

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

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

9. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Wilmington Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown

Thomas

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

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

10. Oceaneer

Wilmington Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown

Savana

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a black leather sofa, two single beds, a small table, a refrigerator, and a television.

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

4 km from Downtown

SAMUEL

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

12. The Sand Dunes

4.3 km from Downtown

Lisa

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

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

13. Admiral's Quarter

4.3 km from Downtown

James

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

14. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!

1.2 km from Downtown

includes taxes & fees

30 Sept - 1 Oct

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

15. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

9 km from Downtown

Ali

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with wooden beams, large windows, and outdoor seating areas.

16. Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

11.4 km from Downtown

Dan

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

16.5 km from Downtown

Rollymar

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

16.3 km from Downtown

Sandra

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

17.5 km from Downtown

Karen

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

18.5 km from Downtown

maurice

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carolina Beach Inn	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 443 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
The Starlite Inn	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 316 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Motel	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 304 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 1,006 reviews	View

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Wilmington Beach

A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Wilmington Beach

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

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Downtown

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

8/10 Good

"The ocean view was excellent, The beach access was very convenient. The onsite restaurant could use creative and diverse menu. The room furnitures are a bit outdated could use deep cleaning. I like it there and would book it in the future"

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The hotel had easy access to the beach and has a pool, there’s a bar right by the pool and coffee bar right in the lobby. It’s so convenient. They don’t have a lot of garage parking but there’s parking uncovered. The staff is great at the front desk, housekeeping, the shuttle service. I will say the food onsite for breakfast wasn’t bad, but the wait staff was not as friendly. The room was very clean. All in all it was such a great trip! They do have a resort charge $30/night, so just keep that in mind!"

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"Had a great experience. Staff was amazing and the place was clean. I will say that the property needs some work. I realize that it’s on the coast and the elements can be rough, however, laying at the pool, the overhangs were worn and rotted, torn in places and missing in others. This continued to the self parking portico. Would stay here again but surely wouldn’t pay $500 per night again."

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

2. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3. The Starlite Inn

4. Carolina Beach Motel

5. Carolina Beach Inn

6. Dry Dock Inn

7. The Beach House

8. Pirates Cove

9. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

10. Oceaneer

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

12. The Sand Dunes

13. Admiral's Quarter

14. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!

15. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

16. Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

19. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

20. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

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