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
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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
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Wilmington Historic District

4.5/5(584 area reviews)

Discover a national historic district featuring 875 contributing buildings, Queen Anne and Bungalow/American Craftsman style architecture, and notable landmarks like Bellamy Mansion and St. James Episcopal Church.

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Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Long Leaf Park and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pineywoods
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ₩104,587 per night from Dec 26 to Dec 27
₩104,587
₩118,183 total
Dec 26 - Dec 27
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! (1,016 reviews)
Nice breakfast

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

Sleep Inn
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
The price is ₩158,157 per night from Dec 23 to Dec 24
₩158,157
₩178,718 total
Dec 23 - Dec 24
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! (1,391 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on Nov 17, 2025

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ₩125,445 per night from Dec 1 to Dec 2
₩125,445
₩141,752 total
Dec 1 - Dec 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (114 reviews)
Very nice place to stay. Great rooms. Only down side is that you have pay to park your car.

Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (263 reviews)
good

Reviewed on Nov 19, 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! (142 reviews)
Absolutely loved my stay! The place was spotless, peaceful, and perfect. I travel for work all the time, and I really hope they expand—I’d stay at one of their locations in every city.”

Reviewed on Nov 18, 2025

Kasa Southside Wilmington
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,266 reviews)
Clean room, easy access to beach

Reviewed on Oct 14, 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
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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