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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)
"Our room was well appointed and the coffee was great! Beautiful beachside setting"
United States
Patricia
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 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Jami
The price is ฿3,927
฿4,438 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

3. 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 ฿7,022
฿9,057 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

4. 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 ฿4,291
฿4,848 total
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 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.

5. 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 ฿3,687
฿4,166 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
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, (748 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
James
The price is ฿3,775
฿4,266 total
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
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 ฿3,914
฿4,423 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 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, (1,001 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Eduardo
The price is ฿2,797
฿3,161 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

9. 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 ฿5,597
฿6,325 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Silver Gull Motel
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

10. 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)
The price is ฿5,034
฿5,689 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Element by Marriott Wilmington
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, (1,751 reviews)
"Great location beautiful view"
United States
Whitney
The price is ฿4,610
฿6,096 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

12. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 1.8 km from South Harbor Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (660 reviews)
"Always a great stay at Surf Suites!"
United States
Phil
The price is ฿5,038
฿6,441 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 ฿3,210
฿3,627 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

14. 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)
"Nice and clean place to stay. Lots of restaurants with in a few miles."
United States
John
The price is ฿3,285
฿3,712 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
A modern bar area with a white countertop, bar stools, a wine rack, and a television.

15. 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 ฿3,516
฿3,973 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
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 building with a brick facade, a stone entrance, and a decorative metal archway.

17. 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, (1,000 reviews)
"Good location. Very quiet, clean and pretty. Great room size. Descent breakfast."
United States
Sharon
The price is ฿4,074
฿4,604 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

18. 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, (1,001 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel, we loved the breakfast and everything!"
United States
SANDRA
The price is ฿3,069
฿3,468 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

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 ฿2,801
฿3,165 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 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 Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Beautiful hotel My girlfriend and I enjoyed our stay"
JEFFREY 1-night trip
Posted 9 hours ago
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

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.