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

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 ฿4,477 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,477
฿5,814 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (662 reviews)
"The view from the deck is amazing!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 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! (446 reviews)
"Had a great stay at Sand Peddler…two times just recently. The two gentlemen managing the front desk were amazingly helpful!!"

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2026

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 ฿4,975 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿4,975
฿6,514 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (1,762 reviews)
"Great location."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,519 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
฿2,519
฿2,847 total
4 Oct - 5 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! (1,196 reviews)
"The entire third floor smelled like cigarettes and weed"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,824 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿2,824
฿3,191 total
5 Oct - 6 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! (1,573 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly, breakfast was yummy especially the cinnamon waffles. We had a king size room, and there was a lot of room, wished there was a couch but otherwise the room was comfortable."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026

Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,735 per night from 27 Sept to 28 Sept
฿3,735
฿4,221 total
27 Sept - 28 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! (1,002 reviews)
"The room was very clean . Breakfast was a little buffet ."

Reviewed on 25 Sept 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
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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