Oak Island, NC

Travel Guide

A canal lined with waterfront homes, a bridge, and a clear blue sky.
A wooden pier structure over a beach with a sunset in the background.
A sunset over a body of water with a pier and a street lamp.
A coastal residential area with houses along the beach and a clear view of the ocean.
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean during sunset.

Where to stay in Oak Island

Find the best Oak Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A pier extending into the ocean at sunset.

Long Beach

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.

A coastal road with houses, a beach, and a lighthouse in the distance.

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.

A lighthouse with a bright light at the top, surrounded by vegetation and a few buildings in the background.

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.

A coastal town with a prominent lighthouse, beach, and residential area.

Tranquil Harbour

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

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is NT$6,860 per night from Aug 11 to Aug 12
NT$6,860
NT$7,735 total
Aug 11 - Aug 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (103 reviews)
"Adding an extra outdoor shower would be decent option on pool side... still loved the place. We will be back!!"

Reviewed on 2026/7/12

Ocean Crest Motel
The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites

2 out of 5
500 Ocean Dr Oak Island NC
The price is NT$5,347 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
NT$5,347
NT$6,719 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (96 reviews)
"We love it here! It's our go to for our quick trips to OKI."

Reviewed on 2026/7/5

The Beach House Motel & Suites
Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

2.5 out of 5
6401 Oak Island Drive Oak Island NC
Fully refundable
The price is NT$4,346 per night from Jul 15 to Jul 16
NT$4,346
NT$4,900 total
Jul 15 - Jul 16
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 ...
7.8/10 Good! (308 reviews)
"Great place. The staff, location and family atmosphere makes Captains Cove the perfect location for an old fashioned family beach vacation. After 15 years of visiting it feels like staying with friends and not just a hotel. I’ll be back soon!"

Reviewed on 2026/6/16

Captain's Cove Motel
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StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

3 out of 5
1500 Brunswick Village Boulevard Winnabow NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Winnabow. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Battleship North Carolina ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (27 reviews)
"It's a new building property and everything looks new, except the bed seems like your sleeping in a wave, should have a a firm cushion bed..I slept like 3 hours, for people that don't mind that issue, I guess it's ok.."

Reviewed on 2026/7/8

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

4 out of 5
9655 Statesville Rd Charlotte NC
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Northlake Mall and Huntersville ...
7.8/10 Good! (145 reviews)
"Nice, spacious suite. The only issues were primarily upkeep. The toilet paper holder had been ripped off and was dangling from the wall. Neither of the blinds' switch worked, so couldn't open the curtain for any natural light whatsoever. We had an accessible suite, and the roominess, height of the ..."

Reviewed on 2026/7/6

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Grandfather Mountain and Sugar Mountain Resort ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (288 reviews)
"This property is older but the amenities are great for the price. It has a cozy, camp feel."

Reviewed on 2026/7/9

Smoketree Lodge
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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.

Stay near popular Oak Island attractions

A coastal town with houses, a lighthouse, and a beach.

Oak Island Lighthouse

8.6/10 (110 reviews)
You can learn about the history of Oak Island with a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
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Cities near Oak Island

A tower, a forest, and a field.

Bald Head Island

A canal lined with waterfront homes, a bridge, and a clear blue sky.

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