Oak Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sunrise from under the Oak Island Pier
Aerial view down the shore line of Oak Island North Carolina. View of the Cape Fear river in the background.
Pier on beach at sunrise, Oak Island, North Carolina
Oak Island
Oak Island

Where to stay in Oak Island

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
Oak Island Lighthouse Beams into the Seafoam at Fort Caswell

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
Oak Island Lighthouse North Carolina

Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tranquil Harbour
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 NZ$289 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
NZ$289
21 Apr - 22 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (68 reviews)
This was a great vacation spot thank you

Reviewed on 23 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
The price is NZ$360 per night from 14 Apr to 15 Apr
NZ$360
14 Apr - 15 Apr
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
The Beach House Motel & Suites
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park and Horse ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
The home was beautiful and the location was perfect. The downside of our week long stay was that the beach outside the house was being dredged and there were lights, heavy equipment and noise 24/7. That ruined the atmosphere for sure, but was not Heather's fault and shouldn't affect other renters. ...

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
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.
Oceanfront Sunrise & Sunset Views – Oak Island

Oceanfront Sunrise & Sunset Views – Oak Island

Oak Island NC
Stay at this beach condo in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and a water park. Popular attractions Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club ...
10/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
The space and beach are as good or better than advertised. Hosts were excellent in every way. Highly recommend for couples, small families, etc.

Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026

Oceanfront Sunrise & Sunset Views – Oak Island
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Stay at this beach holiday home in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a beach locale and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park and Horse ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
The home was beautiful and the location was perfect. The downside of our week long stay was that the beach outside the house was being dredged and there were lights, heavy equipment and noise 24/7. That ruined the atmosphere for sure, but was not Heather's fault and shouldn't affect other renters. ...

Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
3 BR 2.5 BA condo in welcoming Oak Island, NC with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay!

3 BR 2.5 BA condo in welcoming Oak Island, NC with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay!

Oak Island NC
Stay at this condo in Oak Island. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies and air conditioning. Popular attractions Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (8 reviews)
Mr. Jimmy was an absolute pleasure to communicate with. Fast responses. The condo was super clean and stocked with the necessities. It was comfortable and had a home feeling. Not a weird vibe, ha. I’d definitely stay here again!! Pool is seasonal. It wasn’t open during our stay but that just made ...

Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

3 BR 2.5 BA condo in welcoming Oak Island, NC with AC, WiFi. Enjoy your stay!
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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