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.

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Things to do


Top hotels in South End

Surf Suites

Surf Suites

2.5 out of 5
711 S Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿4,208 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,208
฿5,516 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (676 reviews)
"Nice little all-suite hotel with free parking. Each unit has a separate bedroom and a full kitchen. It's very no-frills, but has a fantastic view and a nice outdoor pool. The lawn area between the building and the dune line houses a colony of adorable wild rabbits. You're a short walk to a nice restaurant ..."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 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 ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (451 reviews)
"Bathroom shower was dirty. Paint peeling off in bathroom."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,453 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿2,453
฿2,772 total
29 Oct - 30 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 ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
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 ฿4,340 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,340
฿5,804 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,779 reviews)
"Beautiful ocean views and access, helpful staff."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 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 ฿2,759 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,759
฿3,118 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (1,579 reviews)
"Great stay, great location"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2026

Comfort Inn University
The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes

2 out of 5
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is ฿2,970 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
฿2,970
฿3,457 total
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (815 reviews)
"This place was amazing, but not as great as the people working there. It was Right on the beach, and had clean sheets! Everyone her is nice and thoughtful! A++++++ on our stay!"

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2026

The Sand Dunes
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Where to stay in South End

Find the best South End areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.



South End Travel Guide