Carolina Beach, NC

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Carolina Beach which includes a beach, surf and a coastal town
Carolina Beach which includes a beach, surf and a coastal town
Carolina Beach showing fishing as well as a family
Carolina Beach showing rides
Carolina Beach which includes a sandy beach and surfing as well as children

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Where to stay in Carolina Beach

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Wilmington Beach

While Wilmington Beach isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Wilmington Beach
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Downtown

If you're spending some time in Downtown, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is SAR 504 per night from Feb 27 to Feb 28
SAR 504
SAR 569 total
27 Feb - 28 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
No bar no rest.

Reviewed on 22 February 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3 out of 5
100 Charlotte Ave Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is SAR 475 per night from Mar 4 to Mar 5
SAR 475
SAR 537 total
4 Mar - 5 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
The rooms are worn out!

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 out of 5
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
The price is SAR 445 per night from Mar 22 to Mar 23
SAR 445
SAR 503 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,192 reviews)
Staff was very nice and very helpful. The rooms are super cute and the view was amazing

Reviewed on 2 February 2026

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
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.
OCEAN FRONT!  SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (397 reviews)
Love the proximity to the beach

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN!!! see reviews.. .Private boardwalk beach access!
Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!

Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (280 reviews)
This home was just perfect for our stay in Carolina Beach. The kitchen was well stocked with everything we could ever need and the sitting room was spacious and very comfortable. Comfortable and well decorated bedrooms and 2 full baths were just perfect.Outside areas were spacious with plentiful ...

Reviewed on 26 January 2026

Two-NIGHT MIN off season! Private access boardwalk! Super Clean! Historic Charm!
OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!

Carolina Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (517 reviews)
Had a wonderful time!!! House is absolutely beautiful....Host was more than accommodating...Highly recommend, and will be back

Reviewed on 15 February 2026

OCEAN FRONT! SUPER CLEAN - see reviews!!! w/PRIVATE boardwalk beach access!
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.

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Reviews of Carolina Beach

4.5
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
166
5 - Excellent 60%
4 - Good
94
4 - Good 34%
3 - Okay
9
3 - Okay 3%
2 - Disappointing
5
2 - Disappointing 2%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

The restaurants were very careful in observing the Covid regulations. Overall a great time was had by all.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

No everything most improved over The last few years. My family has lived here for over 30 years.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beach was gorgeous - nice white sand, clean, well kept. We ended up coming to this beach because Wrightsville beach had restrictions. We are SO THANKFUL we made the switch!

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The beach and location was fine. I travel here several times a year to see family. It was the hotel that was an issue.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Very clean and updated

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

We love Carolina Beach! We go several times a year!