Shell Island, NC
Wrightsville Beach





Popular places to visit

Wrightsville Beach
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.

Johnnie Mercer's Pier
After visiting Johnnie Mercer's Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Wrightsville SUP
You can take time to visit Wrightsville SUP during your travels to Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in the area.
Shell Island Hotel Deals

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Beautiful view. Great getaway
Reviewed on 2026/1/21

Sleep Inn
Pluses -- clean room, friendly front desk and cleaning person, etc Minuses -- no TV channel sheet/guide in the rooms. In this day and age, with 100 or more channels on hotel TVs, trying to use the channel guide on a TV screen is tedious, slow, and often wrong. Each hotel needs a sheet of the channels ...
Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Great stay.
Reviewed on 2026/2/3

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Clean room, nice hotel, great staff
Reviewed on 2026/2/1

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Room was spotless and beds were super comfortable. Everything about our stay was excellent.
Reviewed on 2026/1/27

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Staff was exceptional!
Reviewed on 2026/1/28
Other neighborhoods around Shell Island

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

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

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