Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
Visit Shell Island
Stay near popular Shell Island attractions
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
฿659
per adult
History and Architecture Walking Tour
฿828
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿5,525 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿5,525
฿7,127 total
13 Sept - 14 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! (1,702 reviews)
"Overall stay was good, loved the room and staffs were so friendly and helpful with what we need."
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,744 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,744
฿3,101 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
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! (1,532 reviews)
"The room was clean, staff was friendly and helpful, parking was more than adequate, breakfast was good, and pool was clean."
Reviewed on 19 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,224 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,224
฿3,643 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
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! (510 reviews)
"Great place highly recommend!!"
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,097 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,097
฿4,630 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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. ...
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
5001-A Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,306 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,306
฿3,735 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Popular attractions Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (666 reviews)
"Clean room and easy check-in. Great amenities. Short drive to Wrightsville beach access."
Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,996 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
฿3,996
฿4,515 total
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 ...
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Where to stay in Shell Island
Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.
South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History, 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.
