Coastal North Carolina, NC

Travel Guide

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Wilmington which includes interior views, heritage elements and heritage architecture
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Where to stay in Coastal North Carolina

Outer Banks showing fishing, general coastal views and a sandy beach

South Nags Head

4.5/5(43 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in South Nags Head, Bodie Island Lighthouse and Oregon Inlet Fishing Center are top sights worth seeing.

South Nags Head
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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 Ocean Crest Pier and Caswell Beach.

Long Beach
Wilmington showing an administrative buidling

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River.

Downtown Wilmington
The beautiful Corolla beach

Whalehead Beach

5/5(1 area review)

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Currituck Beach and Corolla Beach.

Whalehead Beach
Walking the beach of Corolla.

Ocean Sands

4/5(1 area review)

If you're spending some time in Ocean Sands, Corolla Beach and Outer Banks Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Ocean Sands
Sunset

Corolla Light

4.5/5(31 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Corolla Light, Whalehead and Outer Banks Beaches are top sights worth seeing.

Corolla Light
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ₩158,727 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
₩158,727
₩179,362 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,410 reviews)
Great location.

Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn

2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl Kill Devil Hills NC
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,824 reviews)
Staff was wonderful. Freiendly and helpful. Room was clean, updated and very comfortable.

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ₩112,433 per night from Jan 11 to Jan 12
₩112,433
₩127,049 total
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,036 reviews)
Amazing and very helpful staff. Our room was very clean and very nice!!! We will definitely stay again

Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025

Sleep Inn
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.
A Place at the Beach

A Place at the Beach

2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (270 reviews)
Pool was amazing the views were amazing and the hot tubs were awesome

Reviewed on Dec 5, 2025

A Place at the Beach
Kasa Southside Wilmington

Kasa Southside Wilmington

4 out of 5
2910 Midtown Way Wilmington NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Riverwalk and Wrightsville ...
9/10 Wonderful! (143 reviews)
The apartments were very clean and spacious. The kitchens were wonderful! The virtual check-in was practical and easy. There was also plenty of parking.

Reviewed on Nov 27, 2025

Kasa Southside Wilmington
Barrier Island Station

Barrier Island Station

2.5 out of 5
1245 Duck Rd Kitty Hawk NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Duck Boardwalk and Nor'Banks Sailing ...
7.6/10 Good! (305 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay. Perfect for my family of 4. Well equipped kitchen and plenty of space. The kids loved the indoor pool and I enjoyed the fitness room and sauna. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Barrier Island Station
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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