South End Travel Guide

Wrightsville Beach

A sunset over a beach with waves reflecting the sky's colors.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline silhouetted against the sky.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing, walking, and playing in the water.
A row of beach houses with a wooden fence in the foreground.
A beachside residential area with houses, a wooden fence, and a sandy beach.

Stay near popular South End attractions

South End Surf Shop

8.8/10 (150 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿3,971
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿659
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿659
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

฿2,961
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿827
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in South End

Surf Suites

Surf Suites

2.5 out of 5
711 S Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿6,228 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿6,228
฿7,786 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (626 reviews)
"Great location!!"

Reviewed on 30 Aug 2026

Surf Suites
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites

Sandpeddler Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
15 Nathan St Wrightsville Beach NC
Stay at this hotel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop ...
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Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
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! (1,736 reviews)
"Great location and staff as well as other vacationer super friendly! We had a most enjoyable weekend and wished it could have been longer!"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,856 per night from 16 Sept to 17 Sept
฿2,856
฿3,228 total
16 Sept - 17 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! (1,540 reviews)
"We had an amazing stay thanks for having us"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

Comfort Inn University
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,898 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,898
฿3,274 total
28 Sept - 29 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 ...
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

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
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! (527 reviews)
"Very clean hotel. There is only one elevator so you may have a long walk to your room. The shower was nice with a deep tub and nice Crabtree toiletries attached to the wall. Starbucks and bar/restaurant right in the hotel. Only thing I didn’t like is you have to pay to park everyday ($12)."

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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Where to stay in South End

Find the best South End 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 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.

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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.

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