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Our top choices for South Harbor Island hotels

On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

1. Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
0.7 km from South Harbor Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (335 reviews)
"Property is lovely, staff were great, room was clean and lovely. One of the best/cleanest rooms / hotels iv stayed in!"
United States
Susan
The price is ฿9,513
฿12,182 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Exterior

2. Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
2 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing stay! We’ll be going back!!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿6,275
฿8,222 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
2.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Alison
The price is ฿4,955
฿5,599 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Restaurant

4. SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
4.1 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jami
The price is ฿4,227
฿4,777 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Terrace/patio

5. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
3.0 star property
4.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great stay here. My only complaint is that was that our room was not ready when we arrived well after check in time."
United States
Marie
The price is ฿4,358
฿4,925 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
Exterior

6. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
4.1 km from South Harbor Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (674 reviews)
"Loved this hotel!!"
United States
Henry
The price is ฿4,410
฿4,984 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Aug - 18 Aug
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Deluxe Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchenette, Ocean View | Balcony

7. Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
1.3 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Very clean and perfect location! Would definitely stay here again!"
United States
Haley
The price is ฿8,979
฿10,146 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Silver Gull Motel
BBQ/picnic Area

8. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Element by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
4.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (107 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff!"
United States
kathryn
The price is ฿6,575
฿7,430 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Element by Marriott Wilmington
Lobby

9. Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
6.7 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Good accomodation"
United States
Vamsikrishna
The price is ฿3,638
฿4,111 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
On the beach

10. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 1.8 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (607 reviews)
"A well maintained room made for an incredible stay."
United States
mason
The price is ฿7,780
฿9,546 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Surf Suites
Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Iron/ironing board, individually decorated, individually furnished

11. Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
Shell Island, 3.6 km from South Harbor Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,659 reviews)
"Perfect location, fun property!"
United States
Kelsey
The price is ฿7,657
฿9,547 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Terrace/patio

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
7.1 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (335 reviews)
"The room was clean & beds very comfortable."
United States
John
The price is ฿5,190
฿5,864 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Aug - 3 Aug
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Terrace/patio

13. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
2.5 star property
7.1 km from South Harbor Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Good breakfast and location."
United States
Paige
The price is ฿3,738
฿4,224 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
Terrace/patio

14. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
3.0 star property
3.7 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (383 reviews)
"Very clean, great location and very helpful staff!!"
United States
Tenesia
The price is ฿4,795
฿5,418 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
Lobby

15. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
8 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Dani
The price is ฿3,575
฿4,040 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
Free daily self-service breakfast

16. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
7.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,472 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay!"
United States
Jasmine
The price is ฿2,933
฿3,315 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Comfort Inn University
Bar (on property)

17. Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center

Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
3.0 star property
4.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Pet friendly, good breakfast, location is great!"
United States
Kyle
The price is ฿4,118
฿4,653 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
Exterior

18. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
10.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (551 reviews)
"Very quick check in, extremely comfortable beds, and delicious breakfast! I would stay here again."
United States
Sara
The price is ฿4,514
฿5,101 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Aug - 31 Aug
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Indoor pool

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
8.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (472 reviews)
"The staff was amazing."
United States
Chrystal
The price is ฿4,061
฿4,589 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Aug - 21 Aug
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Lobby

20. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7.7 km from South Harbor Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Friendly staff excellent breakfast"
United States
Cary
The price is ฿3,660
฿4,136 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Aug - 4 Aug
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
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Where to stay in South Harbor Island

Find the best South Harbor Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Shell Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.

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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.

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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.

Top South Harbor Island Hotel Reviews

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn

8/10 Good
"Property was clean, and love the location especially for a family with children. They had a outside game area for kids, it was great! The pools needed vacuum a little but nothing too major. Great location and walking distance to so much!"
Lucy 1-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Dry Dock Inn

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in South Harbor Island?
Travellers to Wrightsville Beach's South Harbor Island neighbourhood will be sure to enjoy a stay here.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Harbor Island area?
Expedia has 7 South Harbor Island hotels and other accommodation options, and one might make a good home base for venturing out into the greater Wrightsville Beach area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Harbor Island, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get top deals in South Harbor Island.
What are the top things to see and do in South Harbor Island?
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach are just a few of the places to visit in and around South Harbor Island. While you're out sightseeing, South End Surf Shop and Oceanic are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wrightsville Beach.