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A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

1. 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, (774 reviews)
"Great place for a quick trip to Wilmington!"
United States
Amy
The price is ฿3,399
฿3,840 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
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.

2. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice place to stay"
United States
Kim
The price is ฿3,949
฿4,462 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

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, (1,003 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is ฿3,974
฿4,491 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
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.

4. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and rooms comfortables."
United States
Diego
The price is ฿3,525
฿3,983 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
A modern bar area with a white countertop, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television.

5. 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)
"This is a great pet friendly hotel. Very clean and centrally located."
United States
Deborah Caitlin
The price is ฿2,616
฿2,956 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Nov - 18 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

6. 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, (402 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 ฿4,801
฿5,426 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

7. 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, (1,009 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Ferdinand
The price is ฿4,534
฿6,262 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A seating area with four white chairs and a large umbrella, surrounded by potted plants and a modern building facade.

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, (132 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿5,004
฿5,655 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Element by Marriott Wilmington
A beach with rows of orange umbrellas and white chairs.

9. 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, (381 reviews)
"Staff was awesome"
United States
Brian
The price is ฿6,549
฿9,298 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

10. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice property and staff. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Whitney
The price is ฿2,955
฿3,339 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

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, (1,804 reviews)
"Beautiful ocean views and access, helpful staff."
United States
Sandra
The price is ฿4,312
฿5,766 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Breakfast area

12. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
7.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,598 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was great. Great hotel for family"
United States
Craig
The price is ฿2,698
฿3,048 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Comfort Inn University
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

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, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean rooms...staff very kind....breakfast delicious"
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿3,154
฿3,564 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

14. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 1.8 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (682 reviews)
"Second stay here and would come back again for the beach views, spacious suites, and great coffee shop/cafe across the street!"
United States
Megan
The price is ฿3,881
฿5,140 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Surf Suites
A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

15. 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, (368 reviews)
"It was an enjoyable stay."
United States
Paula
The price is ฿3,659
฿4,135 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

16. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
8 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿3,026
฿3,419 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
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, (1,006 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel, we loved the breakfast and everything!"
United States
SANDRA
The price is ฿3,094
฿3,497 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, and a TV.

18. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
8.2 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (603 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is ฿3,368
฿3,806 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

19. 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)
"Every thing was really nice"
United States
David M
The price is ฿4,801
฿5,425 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Silver Gull Motel
A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

20. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
2.5 star property
7.4 km from South Harbor Island
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Parking was very accessible."
United States
George
The price is ฿2,720
฿3,074 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
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Where to stay in South Harbor Island

Find the best South Harbor Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beachfront, clear blue waters, and a marina.

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.

A beach with a wooden fence, tall grass, and waves crashing onto the shore.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

A coastal cityscape with a large body of water, green patches, and a sunset.

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

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

8/10 Good
"Pretty standard Hampton Inn. Location was great on the beach. Unfortunately, the weather didn't cooperate."
Heide 2-night trip
Posted 5 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

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.