Shell Island, NC

Wrightsville Beach

An aerial view of a coastal town with a long beachfront, clear blue waters, and a marina.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing, walking, and playing in the water.
A row of beach houses with a wooden fence in the foreground.
A beachside residential area with houses, a wooden fence, and a sandy beach.
A sandy beach with people walking and playing in the water.

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Wrightsville Beach

9.4/5 (1,992 reviews)
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.
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Shell Island Hotel Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is NT$10,482 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
NT$10,482
NT$12,697 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,618 reviews)
"Beautiful location. The staff was friendly. Beach is excellent. Had breakfast at the restaurant and it was good, the waitress was friendly and polite."

Reviewed on 2026/6/29

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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 NT$4,954 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
NT$4,954
NT$5,598 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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! (1,600 reviews)
"No complaints. Good hotel, good location."

Reviewed on 2026/6/28

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NT$2,875 per night from Jul 12 to Jul 13
NT$2,875
NT$3,249 total
Jul 12 - Jul 13
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,140 reviews)
"The cleaning staff was amazing and super helpful! The hair dryer broke and I called the front desk. They said they would send a maintenance person, after waiting for 30 minutes I finally flagged down a cleaning lady and she took care of it for me and replaced the broken unit. They were very friendly. ..."

Reviewed on 2026/6/29

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NT$3,895 per night from Jul 8 to Jul 9
NT$3,895
NT$4,401 total
Jul 8 - Jul 9
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (408 reviews)
"Phone in my room wasn't working properly. I had asked for fresh towels and trash to be taken out before heading out for the day before lunch and it was not done when we got back to the room later in the evening."

Reviewed on 2026/6/29

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

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

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is NT$4,110 per night from Jul 5 to Jul 6
NT$4,110
NT$4,644 total
Jul 5 - Jul 6
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 helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,011 reviews)
"The service, the place, the room, the breakfast everything was excellent. The bad thing is that we stayed 3 days and they never came to clean the room. They only change your towels. I paid for 6 people and they only gave us 3 towels if we wanted more we had to use them and take the 3 dirty ones so ..."

Reviewed on 2026/6/29

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

2.5 out of 5
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is NT$3,031 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
NT$3,031
NT$3,426 total
Jul 20 - Jul 21
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (155 reviews)
"Everything was perfect. Beautiful rooms, good pool, helpful and friendly staff. And they welcomed my dog."

Reviewed on 2026/6/29

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
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Where to stay in Shell Island

Find the best Shell Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A sunset over a beach with waves reflecting the sky's colors.
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South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, a pier, and a river.

South Harbor Island

While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP are some notable places to visit nearby.

A coastal cityscape with a large body of water, green patches, and a sunset.

Parmele Isle

When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Shell Island, NC