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Wrightsville Beach

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Wrightsville Beach showing a beach as well as a small group of people

Wrightsville Beach

This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Wrightsville Beach
Johnnie Mercer's Pier

Johnnie Mercer's Pier

You can learn about the history of Wrightsville Beach when you stop by Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier

Wrightsville SUP

You can take time to visit Wrightsville SUP during your travels to Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Wrightsville SUP

South End Surf Shop

Enjoy an outing to South End Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

South End Surf Shop

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Wrightsville Beach Museum of History in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around this romantic area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

Wrightsville Beach Museum of History

Aussie Island Surf Shop

Enjoy an outing to Aussie Island Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.

Aussie Island Surf Shop

Things to do

Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour

Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour

฿1,638
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Sunset Harbor Cruise Tour
Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach

Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach

฿1,638
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Island Hopper Cruise in Wrightsville Beach
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise

฿26,203
per traveller
Large Group Island Hopping Private Cruise
4.5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour

฿2,784
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Tour
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella

฿4,913
per adult
2 Hours Cocktail Sail Aboard Bella
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter

฿39,305
per traveller
Wrightsville Beach Day Sail Private Catamaran Charter
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Top hotels in Parmele Isle

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿4,387 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,387
฿4,957 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,254 reviews)
"Some technical issues with the phones that were outside the control of the hotel. Otherwise it was the perfect stay!"

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,784 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿6,784
฿8,534 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,465 reviews)
"Great location on the end of the island, wake up to beautiful sunrises and walk directly to beach."

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St, Wilmington, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,272 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿2,272
฿2,568 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Good value!"

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2025

Sleep Inn
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿3,432 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿3,432
฿3,878 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,156 reviews)
"No complaints, good overnight stay and good value."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Comfort Inn University
Trailborn Surf & Sound

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is ฿6,329 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿6,329
฿8,545 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (137 reviews)
Pleasant stay
"Everything was wonderful. I really thought it was nice that they don’t charge for chairs, umbrellas, and even boogie boards for the kids down at the beach. We had a great stay."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington

Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4926 Market St, Wilmington, NC
The price is ฿2,308 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,308
฿2,608 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
4.8/10 (157 reviews)
"My day was really good. I just only had a problem with the TV. I could not get that many channels and my control wasn’t working right I think it needed batteries."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington
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Other neighbourhoods around Parmele Isle

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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 Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island
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South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Harbor Island
Wrightsville Beach showing a sandy beach and general coastal views

South End

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

South End

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