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.
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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

฿4,006
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿801
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿664
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿664
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿835
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

Gilded and Grit - History & Architecture Walking Tour

฿835
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Gilded and Grit - History & Architecture Walking 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 ฿3,893 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,893
฿5,157 total
2 Nov - 3 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 ...
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
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,473 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,473
฿2,794 total
25 Oct - 26 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 ฿4,339 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿4,339
฿5,802 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! (1,788 reviews)
"Location was amazing! Rooms were a little run down and only one working elevator on a sold out weekend."

Reviewed on 13 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 ฿2,801 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
฿2,801
฿3,165 total
25 Oct - 26 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! (1,585 reviews)
"The woman at the front desk was awesome. You can tell she really cares about the guest experience. The room was lovely. The breakfast was as expected if not a little better than some that are similar. The elevator is a bit sketchy. It works fine, but needs and update and it makes some strange sounds. ..."

Reviewed on 12 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 ฿2,631 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿2,631
฿3,074 total
18 Oct - 19 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! (830 reviews)
"Love the balcony with ocean view. Room was very clean. Property was full of guests but it was very quiet and relaxing."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026

The Sand Dunes
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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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