The Best Hotels Closest to Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach for 2026

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A balcony with a view of the ocean, white railings, and a clear sky.

A room with a white sofa, a round table with a book, a woven pendant light, and a painting on the wall.

A building with a white exterior, red doors, and a staircase leading to a balcony.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a beach with umbrellas and people, and a building with balconies.

1. Oceaneer

Wilmington Beach, 2.2 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Kevin

₩151,112

₩170,757 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple seating options, and large windows offering views of the outside.

A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown, 0.1 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Deborah

₩207,441

₩234,408 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

A kitchen with a view to a backyard, a white refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a wooden stool.

A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a white sofa, wicker chairs, a dining table, and a baby crib.

A staircase with wooden steps and a handrail, a wall-mounted sanitation rating sign, and a woven basket decoration.

3. Carolina Beach Inn

Downtown, 0.3 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Gonzalo

₩160,219

₩181,048 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature.

A covered porch with green chairs and potted plants, a teal door with the number 18, and white walls with wooden slats.

A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a large rug.

A living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a round coffee table, and a surfboard.

4. The Starlite Inn

Downtown, 0.2 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Stephen

₩107,334

₩121,288 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.

A hotel corridor with a bed, a desk, and a chair. There is a view of the sea through the windows.

A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

5. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Wilmington Beach, 1.4 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Thomas

₩181,101

₩204,644 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp.

A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.

6. Dry Dock Inn

0.4 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Aliyah

₩142,147

₩160,626 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A wooden deck with white chairs and green umbrellas overlooking a beach.

A room with a large window overlooking a beach, a kitchenette with a refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker, and a wooden cabinet with drawers.

A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a balcony with a view of the ocean.

A beach with sand and sparse vegetation.

7. The Beach House

0.6 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Heidi

₩118,309

₩137,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

A modern living room with a blue door marked "No 8", a grey sofa, a dining table with chairs, and a TV mounted on the wall.

A blue door with a number sign, a potted plant, wicker chairs, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

A hotel room with two beds, a bathroom with a mirror and sink, a small seating area with a rattan table, and a beach-themed painting on the wall.

8. Carolina Beach Motel

Downtown, 0.3 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Jessica

₩149,377

₩168,795 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.

A restaurant with a 'Welcome to Lazy Pirate' sign, outdoor seating, and a bar area.

A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."

An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.

9. Pirates Cove

0.8 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Tracy

₩115,562

₩130,583 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a microwave, a nightstand, and a painting of a sunset.

A covered deck with a pool, overlooking a beach and ocean.

A covered outdoor area with a wooden deck, white lattice fence, and turquoise chairs.

A multi-story hotel with a pool area, outdoor seating, and a white fence.

10. Savannah Inn

0.5 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Brenda

₩167,446

₩189,213 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.

A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a stone facade, and a landscaped driveway.

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

16.6 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Rollymar

₩116,624

₩125,662 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a "Welcome to the First in Flight State" sign, a seating area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

17.6 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Karen

₩129,042

₩139,041 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 28 - Oct 29

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A sunlit patio with a round table, metal chairs, and potted plants.

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a wine rack.

A covered patio with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of a backyard.

13. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

17.1 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Rudolph

₩391,950

₩434,093 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

A vending machine with snacks, hot beverages, and bottled water.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered area with chairs.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, multiple tables, and comfortable seating.

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

16.4 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Amy

₩130,757

₩147,755 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

A restaurant with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, bedside lamps, a desk, and a window with a view of greenery.

A Hampton Inn hotel entrance with a brick facade and a neon sign.

15. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

18.8 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Sara

₩141,587

₩159,992 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A hotel room with two single beds, a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a window with blinds.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a wooden deck, overlooking a pier and the ocean.

A living room with a beige sofa, a flat-screen TV on a wooden cabinet, a hanging light fixture, and a window with blinds.

A living room with a TV, a dining area with chairs, and a kitchen in the background.

16. Seven Seas Oceanfront

4 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

SAMUEL

₩174,870

₩197,603 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A balcony with a view of the beach and a pool.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, stove, and cabinets, leading to a bedroom with a bed and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beach, a pier extending into the water, and residential buildings along the shore.

A balcony with white chairs, a wooden ceiling, and a view of the beach and ocean.

17. The Sand Dunes

4.3 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Kaira

₩118,309

₩137,710 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

A spacious room with a large chandelier, a wooden staircase, and a view through an arched window.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel lobby with a wooden floor, a reception desk, a staircase, and a reception area with two chairs and a lamp.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by palm trees and a clear sky.

18. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

9.1 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Curt

₩143,273

₩161,897 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a built-in fireplace with a purple light, a sofa, two green armchairs, and a wooden coffee table with baskets.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

A hotel with a prominent "Comfort Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

19. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

17.3 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Joyce

₩116,741

₩125,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a sofa, and a chair.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a lifeguard tower.

A water park with a large slide, a pool, and a hot tub area.

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

18.7 km from Carolina Beach Boardwalk

maurice

₩149,544

₩168,986 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 14 - Oct 15

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Compare popular hotels close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Oceaneer	9.2 Wonderful 252 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Inn	9.2 Wonderful 445 reviews	View
The Starlite Inn	9.0 Wonderful 325 reviews	View
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton	9.0 Wonderful 1,122 reviews	View

Top Carolina Beach Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"This place is great, traveled with the family and it’s right next to the boardwalk and right on the beach."

Carolina Beach Motel

10/10 Excellent

"Super helpful staff. Our room initially had HVAC control issues, and the staff went above and beyond to fix. Very communicative! Thank you!"

Pirates Cove

8/10 Good

"Didn't come ready to use the pool but looked clean and inviting. Didn't see others using it either."

Carolina Beach Inn

10/10 Excellent

"This was the first time I stayed here and it was for my birthday. It's definitely a nice and cozy spot for the weekend"

Sands by Carolina Retreats

10/10 Excellent

"Beautiful views of the ocean and Carolina Beach. The condo was beautiful and looks recently updated. Bright, spacious, and comfortable. Ample supplies in the kitchen. Bedrooms were roomy. Nice having a washer and dryer in the unit. Huge deck over looking ocean with very nice furniture on deck. Beach chairs were also available for use. Great for families. Plenty of room for everyone. Also walking distance to shops, restaurants, and the boardwalk. Check was quick and easy. Everyone was very helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this property."

Other attractions near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Carolina Beach State Park

8.8/10 (399 reviews)

You can take time to visit Carolina Beach State Park during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar

After visiting SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carolina Beach.

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Carolina Beach Lake Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Carolina Beach Lake Park during your travels in Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School

8.0/10 (94 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School during your trip to Carolina Beach. Stroll along the area's seaside, or simply savor its lively bars.

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Federal Point History Center

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Federal Point History Center during your trip to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Mike Chappell Park

After visiting Mike Chappell Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Good Hops Brewing

You can take time to visit Good Hops Brewing during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Four Hounds Distilling

You can take time to visit Four Hounds Distilling during your travels to Carolina Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

Carolina Beach Boardwalk is located in a walkable area of Carolina Beach known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 939 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay near Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

Adjacent to Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include The Beach House and Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront.

How many hotels can I expect to find near Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

Expedia has 939 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Carolina Beach Boardwalk, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view top deals close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip in the area near Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

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What can I see and do near Carolina Beach Boardwalk?

Fort Fisher State Historic Site, Brunswick Town Historic District, and Brunswick Town State Historic Site are some of the local landmarks to explore. Dip your toes in the water at Carolina Beach, Freeman Park, and Kure Beach. Create some family memories at Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School.

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Our top choices for Carolina Beach Boardwalk hotels

1. Oceaneer

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3. Carolina Beach Inn

4. The Starlite Inn

5. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

6. Dry Dock Inn

7. The Beach House

8. Carolina Beach Motel

9. Pirates Cove

10. Savannah Inn

11. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

13. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

15. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

16. Seven Seas Oceanfront

17. The Sand Dunes

18. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

19. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

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

Compare popular hotels close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Top Carolina Beach Boardwalk Hotel Reviews

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Carolina Beach Motel

Pirates Cove

Carolina Beach Inn

Sands by Carolina Retreats

Other attractions near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

Carolina Beach State Park

SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar

Carolina Beach Lake Park

Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School

Federal Point History Center

Mike Chappell Park

Good Hops Brewing

Four Hounds Distilling

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