Oak Island, NC

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Oak Island
Oak Island
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Where to stay in Oak Island

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Long Beach

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
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Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Caswell Beach
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Yaupon Beach

When in Yaupon Beach, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yaupon Beach
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Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to The Clubs at St. James and Oak Island Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tranquil Harbour
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is SAR 348 per night from Feb 17 to Feb 18
SAR 348
SAR 393 total
17 Feb - 18 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
The room was smaller than I expected, but we weren’t in it except to sleep! We did find the mattress to be very firm & actually uncomfortable for both of us, but it was just for one night, so it was ok. The ladies at the front desk were kind and very helpful! Conveniently located - we enjoyed dinner ...

Reviewed on 6 January 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

2.5 out of 5
6401 Oak Island Drive Oak Island NC
The price is SAR 338 per night from Jan 18 to Jan 19
SAR 338
SAR 381 total
18 Jan - 19 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (300 reviews)
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Reviewed on 19 October 2025

Captain's Cove Motel
Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!

Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
House was clean and as advertised. Responsive host. Loved the location near the beach.

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!
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.
Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!

Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Our guests praise the property condition in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (109 reviews)
House was clean and as advertised. Responsive host. Loved the location near the beach.

Reviewed on 29 December 2025

Nail'D It: Second row with unobstructed Ocean View! Family and Pet friendly!!
Gorgeous Home with Opt Heated Private Pool - Dog Friendly -6 Seater Golf Cart Included W/ Parking

Gorgeous Home with Opt Heated Private Pool - Dog Friendly -6 Seater Golf Cart Included W/ Parking

Oak Island NC
Stay at this vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Horse Island and 57th Place West Access ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Property was great . really close to the beach and fishing opportunities. Quiet neighborhood for great relaxing vacation. They welcomed pets so it was great for our dogs . We brought our bikes and it was plenty of biking trails. Great plus was golf cart that you can use it for close drive to the ...

Reviewed on 5 January 2026

Gorgeous Home with Opt Heated Private Pool - Dog Friendly -6 Seater Golf Cart Included W/ Parking
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (65 reviews)
Great house, kitchen was well stocked with everything I needed to cook for 4 for the week.

Reviewed on 1 December 2025

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
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 Oak Island

4.7
Top Destination
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5 - Excellent 67%
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4/5 - Good

KellyandJon

Small,friendly and quaint. No rushing of any type. Very relaxing and carefree.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice beach, not crowded, was able to ger a good spot each day we went. Businesses are limited, if you are like our family and have picky eaters only wanting to eat at national food chain restaurants, there are a few, but not as many as a larger town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful, quiet beach that’s perfect for a family getaway.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good for adults; not much to do for kids other than the beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Oak Island and have been going here since I was a child in the early 1960's. It is quiet and beautiful and not much ocean front development.