Downtown, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach, is home to The Starlite Inn. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
What's nearby
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Carolina Beach
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Carolina Beach State Park
14 min walk - 1.3 km
Carolina Beach Arcade
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Carolina Beach Lake Park
4 min walk - 0.4 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
35 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min walk
Island Burgers And Bites
5 min walk
Riko's
13 min walk
Nollie's Taco Joint
7 min walk
The Sandspur
1 min walk
About this property
The Starlite Inn
Hotel near Carolina Beach
Near Carolina Beach Boardwalk, The Starlite Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises
Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Starlite Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
Heating and ceiling fans
Showers and shampoo
Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and coffee/tea makers
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
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Smoking not allowed
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Entertainment
LCD TV
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Mini-fridge
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Air conditioning
Ceiling fan
Heating
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 53.50
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 53.50
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Access code, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available
Property payment types
Important information
Optional extras
Early check-in fee: USD 53.50 (subject to availability)
Late check-out fee: USD 53.50 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
The Starlite Inn Hotel
The Starlite Inn Carolina Beach
The Starlite Inn Hotel Carolina Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is The Starlite Inn pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much does it cost to stay at The Starlite Inn?
As of 2026/3/11, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Starlite Inn on 2026/3/17 start from NT$3,157, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at The Starlite Inn?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 53.50 (subject to availability).
What time is check-out at The Starlite Inn?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 53.50 (subject to availability).
Where is The Starlite Inn located?
Located in Downtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach Arcade, Carolina Beach, and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
The Starlite Inn Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
7.8
Amenities
8.8
Staff & service
8.6
Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 206 reviews
10 - Excellent
133
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 206 reviews
8 - Good
35
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 206 reviews
6 - Okay
21
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 206 reviews
4 - Poor
8
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 206 reviews
2 - Terrible
9
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Jacqueline
2025/10/21
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location.
Jacqueline
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathryn
2025/10/26
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is my second time staying here and I love it so much. The location is prime, and the rooms are cozy and updated.
The room was super cute and retro. Short walk to public beach access, restaurants, shops, and live music. Room was cozy and the bed was very comfortable. Loved the bench outside each of the doors. Will definitely return.
Perfect location, nice remodeled rooms. Easy check in and communication with staff. No traditional front desk, but there was usually someone there during the day for anything we might need. Will definitely stay again!
Can't beat this location! Easy to check in, friendly staff, cute room and very accessible to board walk, beach, dining, etc. Appreciated the access to use the pool from the partnered location. Great stay for a weekend.
Convenient and amenities near bye. Ease of access to beach and shops.
alexandro
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
6/10 Okay
Blair
2025/11/9
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
The room is very simple and cute. No frills and clean. However, you can hear everything from the street and the bars around the motel. It was so loud, even in November. I can’t imagine how loud it would be in the high season. The mattress is like sleeping on plywood. It’s a short walk to the beach and restaurants so if the noise and hard mattress are no big deal, stay there!
The Starlight Inn is a nostalgic motel that is a quick, easy walk to the beach. It has off street parking up front, and easy access to dining and basic shopping, all within walking distance. We enjoyed our stay.
A true place on the beach that felt like an authentic old school motel. Fun colors, great location, cute rooms.
John
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
10/10 Excellent
Teresa
2025/6/28
The property has been recently renovated. Great location in the middle of the boardwalk. Staff is extremely helpful and polite. We have already booked our next trip.
The Starlite Inn was a great place to stay for the weekend. It’s conveniently located near the boardwalk, beach, and numerous restaurants. The staff was very helpful and made sure we were comfortable. We will be staying here again. 10/10
Newly remodeled. Cute rooms. Basic. Right in the heart of Carolina Beach
Kathryn
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
8/10 Good
Barbara
2025/7/17
Had a great one night stay , only issue was unit 4 had a slow shower drain , when showering . Other than that everything else was great ! Walking distance to beach and restaurants . An ice machine would be a great add to the stay . I would stay there again : )
An amazing inn we stayed in me and my girlfriend loved it so much it was close to everything and we literally were able to watch to almost everything we did besides a few trips we took into Wilmington i definitely recommend this place if your looking for a nice and relaxing vacation