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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, (369 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 ฿7,917
฿10,818 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, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Ferdinand
The price is ฿6,161
฿8,086 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

3. 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, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice breakfast and rooms comfortables."
United States
Diego
The price is ฿3,613
฿4,083 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
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.

4. 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)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jami
The price is ฿4,168
฿4,709 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
Carlos
The price is ฿4,276
฿4,832 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

6. 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, (733 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
James
The price is ฿3,776
฿4,267 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

7. 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, (1,749 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Carmen
The price is ฿4,744
฿6,246 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

8. 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 ฿3,909
฿4,417 total
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

9. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"The stay was wonderful! I traveled with my mother and 2 children, room was very clean and the front desk lady I forgot her name but she works at night she was so welcoming and helpful so big shoutout to her!!!"
United States
Deidra
The price is ฿2,909
฿3,287 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean room, parking great, beach view and staff friendly and helpful"
United States
Jill
The price is ฿5,598
฿6,326 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 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, (125 reviews)
"We found the atmosphere to be family-friendly; the area where it is located is quiet and pleasant!"
United States
Catalina
The price is ฿5,035
฿5,690 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Element by Marriott Wilmington
A modern bar area with a white countertop, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television.

12. 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)
"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 ฿4,319
฿4,880 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

13. 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, (350 reviews)
"Loved this hotel staff was polite the room was spacious and breakfast options perfectly cooked."
United States
Delmy
The price is ฿3,872
฿4,375 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
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, (637 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."
United States
charles
The price is ฿5,933
฿7,453 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Surf Suites
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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Lia Kristina
The price is ฿3,257
฿3,680 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

16. 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, (393 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 ฿4,195
฿4,741 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
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, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is ฿3,238
฿3,659 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

18. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
12.1 km from South Harbor Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
maurice
The price is ฿3,147
฿3,556 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

19. 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, (539 reviews)
"Wonderful stay! The staff are very friendly and helpful!"
United States
Lindsey
The price is ฿3,232
฿3,653 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

20. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
7.2 km from South Harbor Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,569 reviews)
"Clean comfortable room, full breakfast."
United States
Russell
The price is ฿2,576
฿2,911 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Comfort Inn University
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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

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

10/10 Excellent
"What a wonderful place to stay! Everything was so clean, everyone was so helpful. The outdoor area with the pool was so amazing, we can’t wait to go back!"
Jen 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Tru by Hilton Wilmington

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 7 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.