Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach
Wrightsville Beach which includes a beach as well as a small group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring a beach as well as a small group of people
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Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people

Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

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Shell Island

4.5/5(107 area reviews)

Though Shell Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.

Shell Island
Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a beach

South End

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.

South End
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South Harbor Island

While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Aussie Island Surf Shop are some notable places to visit nearby.

South Harbor Island
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Parmele Isle

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Parmele Isle
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 SAR 1,148 per night from Jul 3 to Jul 4
SAR 1,148
SAR 1,397 total
3 Jul - 4 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,376 reviews)
"The room was nice. We had to get extra towels and sheets and blankets. There was only 2 sets of towels in the room. The sofa bed had no sheets or blanets. The view is amazing. The bathroom was clean but definitely should be remodeled. There was water damage around the tub and a small hole in the ..."

Reviewed on 9 June 2025

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Trailborn Surf & Sound
4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is SAR 1,046 per night from Jul 2 to Jul 3
SAR 1,046
SAR 1,344 total
2 Jul - 3 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a marina. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (46 reviews)
"Great hotel, very relaxing atmosphere."

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Trailborn Surf & Sound
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave, Wrightsville Beach, NC
The price is SAR 986 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
SAR 986
SAR 1,242 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property. Very clean"

Reviewed on 10 June 2025

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
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.
Wrightsville Beach house 4 Bdr on the South End with Sunset Views of the Channel
Wrightsville Beach house 4 Bdr on the South End with Sunset Views of the Channel
Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a water park, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Wrightsville ...
10/10 Exceptional! (47 reviews)
Location Location
"This was the perfect weekend away. Morning walks to the coffee shop to beautiful sunsets on the deck. The house provides everything you need. Thank you so much for a memorable weekend."

Reviewed on 2 June 2025

Wrightsville Beach house 4 Bdr on the South End with Sunset Views of the Channel
Beautiful 2nd floor unit with ocean views and 2 minute walk to the beach.
Beautiful 2nd floor unit with ocean views and 2 minute walk to the beach.
Wrightsville Beach
Stay at this condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (38 reviews)
Fantastic place close to beach
"The location is fantastic.Easy parking.Close to beach and other attractions.Owners were very communicative!Will definitely stay again!"

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

Beautiful 2nd floor unit with ocean views and 2 minute walk to the beach.
NEW Wrightsville Beach 3 Bedroom Condo, 50 Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!
NEW Wrightsville Beach 3 Bedroom Condo, 50 Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!
Wrightsville Beach
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a garden. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's ...
10/10 Exceptional! (51 reviews)
Great Place
"This place is top notch, great place to stay with family. close to beach and places to eat. we would stay there again."

Reviewed on 11 May 2025

NEW Wrightsville Beach 3 Bedroom Condo, 50 Steps to Beach, Ocean Views!
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 Wrightsville Beach

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
215
5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
86
4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
1
2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area is very nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful beach! Wrightsville is definitely one of the beat beaches in NC !

5/5 - Excellent

Bob

Pleasant family beach. Houses very close together, but space is limited. Easy access to City of Wilmington.

4/5 - Good

Kimberly

WB is a great little beach town but pretty busy during the summer.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Wrightsville is very pretty but lacks restaurants on the actual beach area. Carolina Beach has a much better beachfront area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Tower 7 restaurant is right down the street and is delicious. We got up early to watch the sun rise through the glass door to the balcony. What better way to celebrate God’s creation than Watching from a soft sofa in the living room?