Shell Island Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
NZ$42
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
NZ$44
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
NZ$35
per adult
2.5-Hour Tour de Wilmington E-Bike Tour/Sightseeing/History
NZ$117
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Shell Island Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is NZ$332 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
NZ$332
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$150 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
NZ$150
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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 ...
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$166 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$166
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,586 reviews)
"Room had a lot of moisture, all my clothes felt damp. Floor felt wet. Breakfast eggs were more water than egg, I’m guessing they use powder eggs the lady in the kitchen had no smile at all, would say good morning to her and she wouldn’t acknowledge me at all. They was one lady at the front desk that ..."
Reviewed on 29 Sept 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$223 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$223
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
The Sand Dunes
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is NZ$150 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
NZ$150
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (792 reviews)
"Great place to stay! Staff were amazing and very helpful and responded in a timely manner! Will definitely stay here again!"
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$293 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$293
11 Oct - 12 Oct
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! (1,707 reviews)
"This hotel is in a perfect location. It is a big, beautiful building right on the Cape Fear River. They charge $25 per night for open lot self-serve parking with a gate. We made our reservation six months in advance and we are Hilton Honors members, so I was a little surprised to find out that our ..."
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2026
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.
Our guide on where to stay in Shell Island
Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Jeff Sloop
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South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parmele Isle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.
