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
You can learn about the history of Wrightsville Beach when you stop by Johnnie Mercer's Pier. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South End Surf Shop
Enjoy an outing to South End Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Wrightsville SUP
You can take time to visit Wrightsville SUP during your travels to Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Aussie Island Surf Shop
Enjoy an outing to Aussie Island Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Wrightsville Beach Museum of History in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around this family-friendly area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Private Boat Charter for Masonboro Island and Wrightsville Beach
Top hotels in South End
Surf Suites
Excellent kitchen for cooking in in order to enjoy the sunset on the balcony. Great restaurant right next door. Driving in the area was okay; grocery store nearby as well as a wonderful garden to enjoy. The beach was walkable in either direction.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Generous sized room, super comfy, smelled great and great porch with chairs.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Sleep Inn
Everything went smoothly. Room was clean and great for a quick stay. The breakfast was great! A lot of selection. Overall a perfect pick for a 2 night stay
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Room was clean. The staff, especially Marie, were very courteous and respectful. Provided great assistance to my wife and I.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Was disappointed no free breakfast bar. Quite disappointed that there was a charge for parking. This was not a location that required charging for nightly parking. Plenty of spaces available and not in heart of downtown. Parking charge might cause me to choose another property or chain in ...
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Excellent space and arrangement of room, though some basics need repair, such as wobbly toilets and unglued, loose counter pieces in kitchen. Staff is very helpful and the views spectacular.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around South End
South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Aussie Island Surf Shop, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parmele Isle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.
Shell Island
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP.
