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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, (761 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
James
The price is ฿3,421
฿3,866 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)
"Clean room good staff plenty of parking breakfast was good!!!"
United States
Dantes
The price is ฿3,689
฿4,169 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is ฿3,912
฿4,420 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 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.

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, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and rooms comfortables."
United States
Diego
The price is ฿3,614
฿4,084 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

5. 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, (131 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ฿5,551
฿6,273 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Oct - 31 Oct
Element by Marriott Wilmington
A modern bar area with a white countertop, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television.

6. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"This is a great pet friendly hotel. Very clean and centrally located."
United States
Deborah Caitlin
The price is ฿3,577
฿4,042 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

7. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Eduardo
The price is ฿2,831
฿3,199 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

8. 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, (397 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 ฿4,261
฿4,815 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Oct - 23 Oct
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.

9. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Ferdinand
The price is ฿5,417
฿7,262 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A beach with rows of orange umbrellas and white chairs.

10. 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, (380 reviews)
"Our room was well appointed and the coffee was great! Beautiful beachside setting"
United States
Patricia
The price is ฿7,368
฿10,227 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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, (1,777 reviews)
"Beautiful property - very helpful staff - would definitely go back!!"
United States
Carrie
The price is ฿4,340
฿5,804 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, (1,584 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was great. Great hotel for family"
United States
Craig
The price is ฿2,817
฿3,183 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean rooms...staff very kind....breakfast delicious"
United States
Deborah
The price is ฿3,173
฿3,585 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Oct - 1 Nov
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

14. 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, (364 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Montreal
The price is ฿3,683
฿4,162 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

15. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast and comfy bed, clean and beautiful surroundings"
United States
Caireen
The price is ฿2,972
฿3,358 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

16. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 1.8 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (675 reviews)
"Excellent location, large clean rooms."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ฿4,209
฿5,517 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Surf Suites
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

17. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
8 km from South Harbor Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿3,060
฿3,458 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

18. 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)
"Great place clean"
United States
Ingrid
The price is ฿2,860
฿3,232 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
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)
"Clean room, parking great, beach view and staff friendly and helpful"
United States
Jill
The price is ฿4,833
฿5,461 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Oct - 30 Oct
Silver Gull Motel
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

20. 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, (590 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is ฿3,346
฿3,781 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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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

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

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Jennifer 3-night trip
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DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

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.