What is Downtown like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Carolina Beach's Downtown neighborhood. Are you looking for Downtown travel tips? Be sure to check out Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade while you're in the neighborhood.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown?

Based on our traveler data, Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is steps from Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront and The Starlite Inn .

How many hotels will I find in the Downtown area?

Expedia has 94 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carolina Beach area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Add dates, click "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Downtown.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown?

To find more details about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown, head over to our customer service page .

What can I see and do in this Carolina Beach neighborhood?

Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Arcade, and SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carolina Beach.

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

John

NT$6,176 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

2. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Hortense

NT$5,790 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 30 - Oct 1

3. Carolina Beach Motel

Downtown

Leigh

NT$4,022 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 23 - Sep 24

4. The Starlite Inn

Downtown

Stephen

NT$2,890 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite) | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, streaming services

5. Carolina Beach Inn

Downtown

Carla

NT$4,302 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Traditional Single Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

6. Dry Dock Inn

0.4 km from Downtown

Makayla

NT$4,486 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

7. Pirates Cove

0.6 km from Downtown

robert

NT$3,100 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

8. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Wilmington Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown

Thomas

NT$5,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

9. The Beach House

0.6 km from Downtown

Jhonas

NT$3,511 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Family Suite, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen | Private kitchen | Microwave

10. Seven Seas Oceanfront

4.3 km from Downtown

Hannah

NT$4,995 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

11. Oceaneer

Wilmington Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown

Savana

NT$4,518 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

12. The Sand Dunes

4.3 km from Downtown

Lisa

NT$3,184 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 19 - Oct 20

13. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

9 km from Downtown

Ali

NT$4,243 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

14. Admiral's Quarter

4.3 km from Downtown

Dequinda

NT$3,336 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

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

18.5 km from Downtown

maurice

NT$4,011 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

17.5 km from Downtown

Patrick

NT$3,330 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

17. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!

1.2 km from Downtown

NT$10,290 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

18. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

18.6 km from Downtown

Jeff

NT$3,802 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

16.3 km from Downtown

Amy

NT$3,551 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

20. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

17.2 km from Downtown

Wanda

NT$3,296 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Carolina Beach Inn	2.0 star property	9.2 Wonderful 442 reviews	View
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
The Starlite Inn	2.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 309 reviews	View
Carolina Beach Motel	2.0 star property	8.6 Excellent 303 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront	3.0 star property	8.4 Very good 1,009 reviews	View

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Wilmington Beach

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Wilmington Beach

While Wilmington Beach isn't home to many top sights, Carolina Beach Lake Park and Carolina Beach Boardwalk are some notable places to visit nearby.

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Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Excellent

"The room was very clean and neat. When we allowed housekeeping to come in to our room they did exactly what we needed, clean sheets and towels. Staff was always friendly and helpful and the fresh hot coffee always available in the lobby was wonderful."

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

8/10 Good

"Best location by far on the strip! Restaurant has been out of food and outdated this trip and last. Actually went up the street to the holiday in and ate at Solstice. Made me question, do I want the furthest end of the beach or amenities?.. Yes Shell Island needs to step thier game up. Could be the best spot, they just dont know how to run it.. Amenities are key. They served us can beverages at $4 at dinner, no tiki bar as advertised, Great for older people like me, but not if you're fun and want to stay here the whole time.. Should be labeld as a hotel and not a "resort". Talking with people on the elevator, they felt the same..... This place is gold mine if ran by the right people.. Wish they gave me shot to make it happen..."

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"I was very pleased with my stay. The rooms were very comfortable, the view is excellent. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The food at the restaurant and Tiki bar was excellent and affordably priced. I felt like it was a great value for the price. I would highly recommend staying here."

The Beach House

10/10 Excellent

"The ocean view was beautiful!! Other than some sand on the balcony floor, the room was very clean and the beds were comfy. Kyle was very helpful and made sure our early check-in went smoothly. I will always suggest a full size coffee maker rather than the small version. Us coffee drinkers are not happy with such limitations! LOL When we went out in the evening, we were a little concerned because there was only one parking spot left."

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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

2. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3. Carolina Beach Motel

4. The Starlite Inn

5. Carolina Beach Inn

6. Dry Dock Inn

7. Pirates Cove

8. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

9. The Beach House

10. Seven Seas Oceanfront

11. Oceaneer

12. The Sand Dunes

13. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

14. Admiral's Quarter

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

16. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

17. Carolina Beach Condo w/ Balcony & Ocean Access!

18. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

20. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

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Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

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