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A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

9.4 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Luke

฿3,421

฿3,686 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a "Welcome to the First in Flight State" sign, a seating area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

9.7 km from Smith Island Museum of History

KARINE

฿3,116

฿3,358 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

3. River Hotel of Southport

5.5 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Emery Cornell

฿5,195

฿5,753 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Sept - 9 Sept

A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a built-in fireplace with a purple light, a sofa, two green armchairs, and a wooden coffee table with baskets.

A hotel with a prominent "Comfort Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

4. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

10 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Mike

฿3,134

฿3,377 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

A building with two doors, one orange and one blue, and a surfboard leaning against a brick wall.

A motel with multiple rooms, a parking lot, and picnic tables.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

5. Anchor Inn Motel

10.7 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Sabine

฿7,181

฿8,097 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a small table, a kitchen area with a microwave, a coffee maker, and a framed picture on the wall.

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

15.9 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Mayra

฿3,234

฿3,485 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Sept - 22 Sept

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A covered patio with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of a backyard.

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a wine rack.

A sunlit patio with a round table, metal chairs, and potted plants.

7. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

5.3 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Stefan

฿10,232

฿11,332 total

includes taxes & fees

6 Sept - 7 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.

An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, houses, and a road.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and a blue patterned pillow. There is a painting of a beach scene above the bed.

8. The Beach House Motel & Suites

8 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Amy

฿4,627

฿5,917 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beach, a pier extending into the water, and residential buildings along the shore.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

A multi-story hotel with a swimming pool, parking lot, and a view of the surrounding area.

9. The Sand Dunes

16.2 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Trefton

฿2,884

฿3,357 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Sept - 2 Sept

A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by dining tables and chairs.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a lamp.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Wyndham hotel.

10. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

7.5 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Ricky

฿2,911

฿3,224 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

16.2 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Josephine

฿4,528

฿5,117 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Aug - 26 Aug

A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.

A beach with waves, umbrellas, and people.

A building with a white exterior, red doors, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

12. Oceaneer

18.2 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Mohamed

฿4,302

฿5,678 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

A hotel corridor with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through the windows.

A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.

13. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

19 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Zachary

฿4,795

฿5,419 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A wooden deck with a view of a pier extending into the ocean.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a bathroom with a shower, and a phone on the nightstand.

A beach view with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach with sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky.

A room with a glass-top table, black chairs, a teal-colored reception desk, a ceiling fan, and a sign on the wall.

14. Ocean Crest Motel

14.2 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Tony

฿6,210

฿7,002 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, a TV, a desk, and a kitchenette.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

A beach with a wooden boardwalk leading to a wooden structure, surrounded by dunes and a clear sky.

15. Admiral's Quarter

16.2 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Tabitha

฿3,166

฿3,675 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Sept - 3 Sept

A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A campsite with RVs, a gravel path, and trees.

A hotel room with two beds, a window with curtains, a lamp, and artwork on the walls.

16. Captain's Cove Motel

10.1 km from Smith Island Museum of History

Adam

฿2,614

฿2,947 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A house with a covered porch, sliding glass doors, and outdoor seating.

A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a dining table with chairs.

A two-story house with a wooden deck and a staircase leading to the entrance.

A spacious living room with a large window, a ceiling fan, and a colorful rug.

17. Cozy Oak Island House < 1 Mi to Beaches!

7.9 km from Smith Island Museum of History

฿4,084

฿14,743 total

includes taxes & fees

7 Sept - 8 Sept

A wooden deck with a view of the beach and ocean.

A stone-walled indoor hot tub with a wooden ceiling and a large window.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear sky and calm sea.

An indoor swimming pool with a wooden ceiling and clear glass windows.

18. Beach Blanket - Spacious Condo With Private Beach Access And Resort Amenities! 3 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

13.9 km from Smith Island Museum of History

฿13,877

฿37,455 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Sept - 12 Sept

A covered porch with two wicker chairs and a glass table, a window with blinds, and a wall clock.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stove, and a microwave.

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

A bedroom with a bed, a window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a green cabinet.

19. Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem

18.5 km from Smith Island Museum of History

฿6,926

฿14,601 total

includes taxes & fees

31 Aug - 1 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to Smith Island Museum of History

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport	9.4 Exceptional 817 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport	9.4 Exceptional 789 reviews	View
River Hotel of Southport	9.6 Exceptional 1,012 reviews	View
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island	8.8 Excellent 1,043 reviews	View
Anchor Inn Motel	9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews	View

Top Smith Island Museum of History Hotel Reviews

River Hotel of Southport

10/10 Excellent

"The property is beautiful! The rooms are very Modern. All rooms face the river which gives a nice view! I highly recommend this hotel. The river beach is that great that I thought it was an ocean beach. My only observations are that the front desk is not 24 hours so you better check in before they close or make sure you reach out to them ahead so they can give you instructions how to check in after they close and that the parking lot is not too big and you might find difficulty parking if you arrive late at night."

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

8/10 Good

"HOTEL WAS NICE AND CLEAN THE STAFF WAS FRIENDLY,BREAKFAST WAS OK COULD HAVE HAD MORE FOOD CHOICES,OVERALL WOULD COME BACK"

The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

10/10 Excellent

"The Carriage House Inn was a perfect place to stay while in Southport. It was in an excellent location, and the owners thought of everything you could possibly need. I highly recommend staying there!"

Other attractions near Smith Island Museum of History

A tall, weathered lighthouse with a domed top, surrounded by lush greenery and a clear blue sky.

Bald Head Island Lighthouse

8.4/10 (30 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Bald Head Island when you spend time at Bald Head Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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A coastal town with houses, a lighthouse, and a beach.

Oak Island Lighthouse

8.6/10 (110 reviews)

You can learn about the history of Oak Island with a visit to Oak Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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A sandy beach with clear turquoise water and gentle waves.

Bay Beach

10.0/10 (1 review)

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bay Beach during your trip to South Beach?

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Bald Head Island Visitors Center

10.0/10 (3 reviews)

After visiting Bald Head Island Visitors Center, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bald Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Kent Mitchell Nature Trail

10.0/10 (2 reviews)

You can take time to visit Kent Mitchell Nature Trail during your travels to Bald Head Island. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Bald Head Island Conservancy

9.0/10 (8 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Bald Head Island Conservancy, a lovely green space in Bald Head Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

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Waterfront Park

Waterfront Park is just one of the places to see in Southport, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center during your trip to Southport. Stroll along this family-friendly area's beaches or simply enjoy its restaurants.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Smith Island Museum of History?

Smith Island Museum of History is located in a family-friendly area of Bald Head Island known for its beautiful beaches and golfing. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 184 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Smith Island Museum of History?

River Hotel of Southport is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a private beach and free parking. It's located 3.4 mi (5.5 km) from Smith Island Museum of History.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Smith Island Museum of History?

Expedia has 184 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Smith Island Museum of History.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Smith Island Museum of History, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best deals available near Smith Island Museum of History.

What can I see and do near Smith Island Museum of History?

You'll want to browse the exhibits at North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Bay Beach, Kent Mitchell Nature Trail and Bald Head Island Conservancy are beautiful places to appreciate nature. If you've got some time to explore the area around Smith Island Museum of History, you may want to make a stop by Southport Marina, The Clubs at St. James and Oak Island Golf Club.

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Our top choices for Smith Island Museum of History hotels

1. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

3. River Hotel of Southport

4. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

5. Anchor Inn Motel

6. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

7. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

8. The Beach House Motel & Suites

9. The Sand Dunes

10. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

11. Seven Seas Oceanfront

12. Oceaneer

13. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

14. Ocean Crest Motel

15. Admiral's Quarter

16. Captain's Cove Motel

17. Cozy Oak Island House < 1 Mi to Beaches!

18. Beach Blanket - Spacious Condo With Private Beach Access And Resort Amenities! 3 Bedroom Condo by RedAwning

19. Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem

Compare popular hotels close to Smith Island Museum of History

Top Smith Island Museum of History Hotel Reviews

River Hotel of Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

Other attractions near Smith Island Museum of History

Bald Head Island Lighthouse

Oak Island Lighthouse

Bay Beach

Bald Head Island Visitors Center

Kent Mitchell Nature Trail

Bald Head Island Conservancy

Waterfront Park

Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center

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