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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,012 reviews)
"Great staff, good breakfast, close to beach"
United States
Jana
The price is NT$7,921
NT$8,950 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
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

2. Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (430 reviews)
"LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION. Clean and cozy. Great communication and free parking too! "
United States
paul
The price is NT$4,228
NT$4,777 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Carolina Beach Inn
Beach/ocean view

3. Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Amazing beach"
United States
Gerardo
The price is NT$6,288
NT$7,106 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Exterior

4. The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (266 reviews)
"Very nice, clean, and comfortable room convenient to the boardwalk and several very good restaurants."
United States
James
The price is NT$3,114
NT$3,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Starlite Inn
Terrace/patio

5. Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (283 reviews)
"The room was adorable and a perfect size for my sister and me. We were in the 2 bedroom suite. Easy walk to the beach and the boardwalk. Would definitely recommend!"
United States
Myra
The price is NT$3,605
NT$4,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Carolina Beach Motel
Traditional Single Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

6. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room and close to the beach and lots of attractions and restaurants"
United States
Kristen
The price is NT$4,032
NT$4,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Dry Dock Inn
Terrace/patio

7. The Beach House

The Beach House
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (639 reviews)
"It was right on the beach and a very short walk to the boardwalk. Perfect spot for a little vacation."
United States
Allison
The price is NT$4,675
NT$5,380 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
The Beach House
Beach views, serves lunch and dinner

8. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
2.5 star property
Wilmington Beach, 1.5 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,115 reviews)
"Beautiful and convenient location! Great view of the oceanfront!!"
United States
Jacqulyn
The price is NT$7,391
NT$8,352 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 2 - Sep 3
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
View from property

9. Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
2.0 star property
0.6 km from Downtown
7.6 out of 10, Good, (585 reviews)
"Will be staying again"
United States
Shaylyn
The price is NT$3,715
NT$4,198 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Pirates Cove
Terrace/patio

10. Oceaneer

Oceaneer
2.0 star property
Wilmington Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (189 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Humberto
The price is NT$4,661
NT$6,074 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Oceaneer
Blackout drapes, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

11. Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (540 reviews)
"Has everything you need, staff were excellent communicators before, during, and after we stayed."
United States
Nicky
The price is NT$3,954
NT$4,565 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 3 - Sep 4
Admiral's Quarter
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

12. The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (679 reviews)
"Perfect location!"
United States
Rachel
The price is NT$2,957
NT$3,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
The Sand Dunes
House (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

13. Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem

Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem
3.0 star property
Wilmington Beach, 1.9 km from Downtown
The price is NT$6,849
NT$14,438 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem
Business center

14. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (693 reviews)
"Enjoyed our time there."
United States
Amy
The price is NT$4,212
NT$4,760 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
Banquet hall

15. Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
3.0 star property
9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"A wonderful place to stay when visiting Wilmington"
United States
Varun
The price is NT$5,152
NT$5,822 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 1 - Sep 2
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
Exterior

16. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
18.6 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"This hotel is top notch. Very clean and very accommodating. The staff is super friendly. Great rooms and a great breakfast."
United States
Dewey
The price is NT$3,417
NT$3,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 23 - Aug 24
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
Exterior

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
18.5 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,009 reviews)
"The stay was great!"
United States
tonya
The price is NT$4,329
NT$4,892 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 31 - Sep 1
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Lobby lounge

18. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
3.0 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (808 reviews)
"The staff was courteous and helpful. The accommodations were clean. And the location was great for our trip Would stay here again."
United States
Patricia
The price is NT$3,751
NT$4,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
Terrace/patio

19. River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,007 reviews)
"Beautiful property."
United States
Kathleen
The price is NT$6,106
NT$6,762 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
River Hotel of Southport
Lobby

20. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
23.1 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"All around great, very relaxing and a fun hotel to stay in and breakfast was amazing"
United States
Tracy
The price is NT$3,844
NT$4,258 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
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Compare popular hotels in Downtown

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
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
Carolina Beach Inn
2.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
430 reviews
View
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,012 reviews
View
Exterior
The Starlite Inn
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
266 reviews
View
Terrace/patio
Carolina Beach Motel
2.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
283 reviews
View
Beach/ocean view
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
8.4
Very Good
1,004 reviews
View

Where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Wilmington Beach

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

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

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

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

10/10 Excellent
"It was very nice. It was clean and safe. Good parking. It was a nice continental breakfast. We would stay there again. We had no issues. It is situated well from beaches, the River walk, the USS North Carolina, and interstates"
Mickey 1-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Carolina Beach's Downtown neighborhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown? Consider a visit to Carolina Beach Boardwalk 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 Carolina Beach Oceanfront and The Starlite Inn.
How many hotels will I find in the Downtown area?
Expedia has 98 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.