Island Oaks Travel Guide

Holly Ridge

Popular places to visit

I may have uploaded a few from here. It's because I always love coming here right before sunrise and watching the waves come in. Today it was very calm. I was able to get a very dark mood with the rainclouds in the background.

Surf City Pier

After visiting Surf City Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Surf City Pier

The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center during your holiday to Holly Ridge.

The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center

Moll Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Moll Island during your travels in Holly Ridge.

Moll Island

Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach

Catch an event at Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach during your trip to Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach

Sea Turtle Hospital

You can take time to visit Sea Turtle Hospital during your travels to Topsail Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.

Sea Turtle Hospital

Ohana Paddle Sports

Take the family on an outing to Ohana Paddle Sports during your trip to Surf City. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Ohana Paddle Sports

Things to do

Surf City, NC Pier

Savor the Sea: Holistic Health Walking Tour in Surf City

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Savor the Sea: Holistic Health Walking Tour in Surf City
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Top hotels in Island Oaks

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,569 reviews)
Nice staff - clean room and good space - excellent view . On site restaurant had little ambience but staff was friendly and accommodating .

Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026

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Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿3,853 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿3,853
฿4,881 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
The hotel was very clean and the staff was super friendly. The pools, hot tub, and direct beach access made this the perfect place to stay! We enjoyed dinner on Friday night at the hotel and listened to live, acoustic music. It was fun for the whole family, and we LOVED playing Ping Pong while we ...

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

3 out of 5
1014 Ashes Dr Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,143 per night from 1 Feb to 2 Feb
฿3,143
฿3,552 total
1 Feb - 2 Feb
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 and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Tha staff was outstanding! Loved the whole place!!!

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

2.5 out of 5
1010 Ashes Drive Wilmington NC
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The price is ฿2,752 per night from 29 Jan to 30 Jan
฿2,752
฿3,110 total
29 Jan - 30 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Regal Mayfaire ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (478 reviews)
Staff was friendly, clean rooms, great breakfast. Lobby had a pool table which was a nice added bonus. Couldn’t have been a better stay. Would absolutely stay again.

Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

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Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

3 out of 5
6732 Swan Mill Rd Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,404 per night from 8 Feb to 9 Feb
฿3,404
฿3,847 total
8 Feb - 9 Feb
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 and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
Great Room. Everything was great!

Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel

2 out of 5
20 E. Salisbury St Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿3,853 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
฿3,853
฿4,354 total
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Friendly staff. Quiet and tons of parking (off season).

Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026

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