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Where to stay in Shell Island

Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

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Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Sunset on the south end.

South Harbor Island

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

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Aerial view over Wrightsville Beach in Wilmington North Carolina

Parmele Isle

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.

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Top Shell Island Hotel Reviews

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

8/10 Good

"We had a great stay at the Shell Island Resort. The location and access to the beach was great. The ocean view from the room was fabulous. It was nice to have the suite and an extra bathroom. This really helped when getting ready. The staff was great. The food at the restaurant was just ok, but service was really good. We only went once for breakfast. Renting the chairs was easy and super convenient. The hotel is not a luxury hotel, but it was clean and loved the ocean access and views. I would stay there again for sure."

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Mi experiencia fue excelente de principio a fin. La entrada del hotel es hermosa, elegante y muy acogedora. Las instalaciones están impecables, con un nivel de limpieza e higiene excepcional. La habitación estaba sumamente limpia, organizada y cómoda. La piscina se encontraba en perfectas condiciones, muy bonita y bien cuidada. Todas las áreas comunes reflejan un ambiente agradable, cálido y totalmente higiénico. Además, el servicio al cliente fue excelente; todo el personal fue amable, atento y profesional durante nuestra estadía. Sin duda, le doy una calificación de 100/100. Un lugar que recomiendo por su limpieza, comodidad, belleza y excelente atención. ¡Volvería nuevamente! 🌟🏨✨"

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

10/10 Excellent

"Amazing experience. Looking at the building from the outside from the street you wouldn’t expect how nice the property truly is. The staff is amazing, amenities are plentiful and, the overall experience is worth your time and hard earned money. Will be booking another trip to this place in the near future !"

Pirates Cove

8/10 Good

"We were perplexed that the room lacked some basiciems. , in our view, it needed either a closet or some hooks,,to hang clothing. Also very few towels and such were not in the room initially, so had to ask for additional ones. Having a wood type floor at a beach type property complicated keeping it free to walk on. It required shoes at all times. No housekeeping services, as stated, for multiple nights was a little inconvenient. A blackout curtain or blind would be nice for privacy and keeping out so much light. We were happy with the room as it was convenient quiet and reasonably priced."

Frequently asked questions

What is Shell Island like?

Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Wrightsville Beach's Shell Island neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Shell Island? Consider a visit to Wrightsville Beach while you're in the neighbourhood.

What's the best accommodation in Shell Island?

Based on our traveller data, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Shell Island. This resort is a short 1-minute walk from Wrightsville Beach, and it offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool.

How many hotels are there in the Shell Island area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Wrightsville Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 109 Shell Island hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable if cancelled before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to review top deals in Shell Island.

What are the top things to see and do in Shell Island?

Popular attractions in Shell Island include Wrightsville Beach. While you're out sightseeing, Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wrightsville Beach.

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

Sea Vista Motel

The Starlite Inn

The Sand Dunes

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Peaceful Wilmington Home Near Beach & Downtown!

Admiral's Quarter

Dry Dock Inn

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Oceaneer

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Dreamers BNB

Silver Gull Motel

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Where to stay in Shell Island

South End

South Harbor Island

Parmele Isle

Top Shell Island Hotel Reviews

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

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