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$43
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
NZ$34
per adult
Wrightsville Beach: Group Surf Lesson with Local Instructors
NZ$147
per adult
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$369 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
NZ$369
7 Sept - 8 Sept
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,684 reviews)
"The ocean view was amazing. Restaurant on site had some decent food. The gym need to be updated. And the rooms had no closet. Space."
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$164 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$164
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,502 reviews)
"The staff was great here, probably the most courteous and helpful staff I’ve experienced recently. The hotel is freshly remodeled and the room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$198 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$198
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (494 reviews)
"I loved this hotel. My recommendation is to let me know in advance parking has a fee per night. Loved the Starbucks! Would stay here again:)"
Reviewed on 12 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$257 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$257
31 Aug - 1 Sept
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,022 reviews)
"Convenient location. Breakfast was excellent. Clean but not spotless. Front desk staff was a little terse."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$282 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
NZ$282
23 Aug - 24 Aug
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! (1,658 reviews)
"The rooms were clean. The bathrooms were clean. There was no water pressure though in the shower. The carpet in the spiraling staircase downstairs was worn. The drinks at the bar were great. The food at breakfast was excellent. And the location can’t be beat."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$145 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
NZ$145
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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 ...
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
Open Photo by Jeff Sloop
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.
