East Beach Travel Guide

Bald Head Island

A coastal town at sunset with a river, waterfront buildings, and a lighthouse.


Top hotels in East Beach

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn

3 out of 5
300 S. Lake Park Blvd Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,689 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿5,689
฿6,429 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"The rooms are somewhat small, this is definitely a budget property, I don't think you'd get much more for the same price in that area but I do think there could be some changes and updates. I also didn't like that the pool closes at 8pm which feels early for most hotel pools. Other than that, it ..."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Dry Dock Inn
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
The price is ฿10,375 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿10,375
฿11,723 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,140 reviews)
"Loved the beach front and beach access, loved the shower amenities…however, were disappointed in the restaurant quality."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes

2 out of 5
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is ฿7,348 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿7,348
฿8,403 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (608 reviews)
"Great room, good location next to the pier. Only stayed 2 nights but I would definitely come back!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

The Sand Dunes
The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

2 out of 5
201 Cape Fear Blvd Carolina Beach NC
The price is ฿5,453 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
฿5,453
฿6,162 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (246 reviews)
"I absolutely enjoyed my stay here very convenient and close to the beach and board walk cute room and very enjoyable stay there is many food options close within walking range"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

The Starlite Inn
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is ฿12,783 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿12,783
฿14,445 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Everything was above and beyond what we expected. Best vacation we’ve been on as a family in years. We slept great, breakfast was phenomenal and my boys and I stayed in the pool every evening! We will definitely be back in the future!!!!"

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Oceaneer

Oceaneer

2 out of 5
1621 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,554 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿6,554
฿8,237 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach are ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (151 reviews)
"Everything was great, the only thing I would say….our room pillows had stains which I did not love but over all an awesome place to stay!"

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Oceaneer
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Where to stay in East Beach

Find the best East Beach areas for the activities you enjoy most.

South Beach

South Beach might not have many top sights, but Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Cape Fear Station

Cape Fear Station might not have many top sights, but Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Middle Island Plantation

Middle Island Plantation might not have many top sights, but Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Flora's Bluff

Though Flora's Bluff may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bald Head Island Conservancy and Bay Beach.

Lighthouse Landing

While there might not be top attractions in Lighthouse Landing, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Bald Head Island Lighthouse and Bald Head Island Visitors Center.



East Beach Travel Guide