Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
Visit Shell Island
Stay near popular Shell Island attractions
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
฿659
per adult
History and Architecture Walking Tour
฿828
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿5,271 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿5,271
฿6,842 total
27 Sept - 28 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,734 reviews)
"Very quiet, clean the room are perfect for a date or family my wife loved the place the access to the beach are 24/7 very peaceful I recommend it!"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,744 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,744
฿3,101 total
13 Sept - 14 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! (1,537 reviews)
"I wish i was given a decent room. I checked in at close to 3pm and front desk said room is not ready, only 1st floor is available. She also said if i want upper floor room i have to wait and they’ll call me. I mean its almost 3pm check in time, why rooms are just being cleaned. I made my reservation ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,769 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
฿2,769
฿3,129 total
30 Sept - 1 Oct
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 ...
8/10 Very good! (1,181 reviews)
"The room was clean and I hope they upgrade their TV. That's the only thing I can think about."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,258 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,258
฿3,682 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (525 reviews)
"A little bit ridiculous to have to pay for hotel parking while staying here, and also not even be offered complimentary breakfasts. Housekeeping was requested and they never came. Fresh linens and towels were asked for and we were told we needed to come down to the front desk to get them because ..."
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,317 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,317
฿4,878 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,678 reviews)
"Clean room, amazing view, conveniently located downtown. Lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,993 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
฿3,993
฿4,512 total
31 Aug - 1 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 in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,007 reviews)
"Would definitely recommend! Clean and accommodating!"
Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026
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Where to stay in Shell Island
Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.
South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
