Downtown Travel Guide

Carolina Beach

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Popular places to visit

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Bring the family to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Carolina Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Carolina Beach

Carolina Beach

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Carolina Beach during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier

Learn about the local history of Carolina Beach with a stop at Carolina Beach Fishing Pier. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
Freeman Park

Freeman Park

Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Freeman Park during your travels in Carolina Beach? While you're in the area, stroll along the seaside.

Freeman Park
Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach State Park

You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carolina Beach State Park

Carolina Beach Arcade

Enjoy an outing to Carolina Beach Arcade during your stay in Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

Carolina Beach Arcade

Things to do

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach

฿28,678
per traveller
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Masonboro Inlet departure from Wrightsville Beach

Sunset Sail Tour

฿3,664
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sunset Sail Tour
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

฿25,491
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿797
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿3,824
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington

Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington

฿7,104
per adult
Private Professional Vacation Photoshoot in Wilmington
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Top hotels in Downtown

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 ฿4,656 per night from 21 Oct to 22 Oct
฿4,656
฿5,261 total
21 Oct - 22 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the bar in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,015 reviews)
Birthday getaway
"Celebrated my son’s 18th birthday here. They were so kind from the minute we stepped on property. Room was clean, quiet& cool view of the canal. Being beachfront was a huge selling point for everyone in my family. There is nothing better than having breakfast with a view of the ocean welcoming you ..."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿4,902 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿4,902
฿5,539 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Loved the location nd the staff. Wonderful. The rooms could use some updating. The fridge wasnt too cold and the panel was old."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel

2 out of 5
213 Raleigh Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿2,900 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿2,900
฿3,277 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach are ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (168 reviews)
Amazing Service, 10/10 Recommend
"This motel was amazing! It made my mom’s birthday the best birthday ever. Thank you!! -Very clean -Comfortable -Pet friendly"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Carolina Beach Motel
Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn

2 out of 5
224 Carolina Beach Ave N, Carolina Beach, NC 28428, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿3,480 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,480
฿5,206 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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 Carolina Beach ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (101 reviews)
"Great location. Updated rooms. Helpful and friendy staff."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025

Boardwalk Inn
The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn

2 out of 5
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿3,509 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
฿3,509
฿4,061 total
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (190 reviews)
"Love staying here"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

The Starlite Inn
Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn

2 out of 5
205 Harper Ave, Carolina Beach, NC
The price is ฿3,125 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿3,125
฿3,531 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (372 reviews)
"Great pet friendly place, has an unfenced area in the back for the dogs to run and do their business. Everything in the room was very comfortable only thing is the showers are small but as a tall guy you’re already used to that. We will definitely stay here again."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Carolina Beach Inn
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown

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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.

Wilmington Beach

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