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Our top choices for South Harbor Island hotels

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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, (375 reviews)
"Great vacation! The hotel was comfortable and the staff was accommodating. Beach access was perfect! I plan on returning!!"
United States
Kim
The price is ฿7,944
฿10,855 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Ferdinand
The price is ฿7,046
฿9,089 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A hotel lobby with a large wooden conference table surrounded by green and blue patterned chairs, a chandelier, and a green-themed backdrop with a television.

3. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jami
The price is ฿3,927
฿4,438 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

4. 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, (747 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
James
The price is ฿3,788
฿4,281 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

5. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is ฿4,216
฿4,764 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

6. 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)
"Nice breakfast and rooms comfortables."
United States
Diego
The price is ฿3,716
฿4,199 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

7. 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, (359 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Montreal
The price is ฿4,062
฿4,590 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
6.7 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Eduardo
The price is ฿2,938
฿3,320 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

9. 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, (1,760 reviews)
"Great location beautiful view"
United States
Whitney
The price is ฿4,627
฿6,117 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

10. Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
1.3 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, parking great, beach view and staff friendly and helpful"
United States
Jill
The price is ฿5,617
฿6,347 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Silver Gull Motel
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

11. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Element by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
4.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (128 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿5,052
฿5,709 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Element by Marriott Wilmington
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12. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 1.8 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (658 reviews)
"Always a great stay at Surf Suites!"
United States
Phil
The price is ฿5,056
฿6,464 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Surf Suites
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

13. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
8 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿3,249
฿3,671 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A modern bar area with a white countertop, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television.

14. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great hotel! Clean and right in the heart of everything! And the staff is wonderful! We always stay here when in Wilmington and will continue."
United States
Steven
The price is ฿3,516
฿3,973 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

15. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and clean place to stay. Lots of restaurants with in a few miles."
United States
John
The price is ฿3,550
฿4,012 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

16. 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, (567 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿4,354
฿4,920 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

17. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7.7 km from South Harbor Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel, we loved the breakfast and everything!"
United States
SANDRA
The price is ฿3,080
฿3,480 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A building with a brick facade, a stone entrance, and a decorative metal archway.

18. Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
3.0 star property
7.7 km from South Harbor Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"The room was very clean staff real respectful. I enjoyed my stay we’ll stay again."
United States
Claudia
The price is ฿4,088
฿4,620 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

19. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
7.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,568 reviews)
"Friendly Staff ,clean rooms, convenient location"
United States
Christy
The price is ฿2,811
฿3,176 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Comfort Inn University
A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

20. 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, (395 reviews)
"It was very clean, staff were very polite. Breakfast was good and the hotel is in great location with a lot store and restaurant near by. Close to the beach easy to get around and to the airport."
United States
Maria
The price is ฿4,210
฿4,757 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
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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

Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

8/10 Good
"Loved that breakfast was included it’s what I look for when booking a hotel."
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Comfort Inn University

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 8 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 New Hanover County Arboretum are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wrightsville Beach.