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Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,615 reviews)
"Best beach view, clean good spacious rooms!"
United States
Seshi
The price is HK$2,579
HK$3,124 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Banquet hall

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
3.0 star property
16.6 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Always stay here!!! Comfortable quiet and an excellent bar!!!"
United States
Beverly
The price is HK$1,474
HK$1,666 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Beau Rivage Golf & Resort
On the beach

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 4 km from Shell Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (581 reviews)
"Nice location, clean and comfortable"
United States
John
The price is HK$2,578
HK$3,091 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Surf Suites
Balcony

Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
christopher
The price is HK$2,108
HK$2,382 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Jun - 26 Jun
Silver Gull Motel
Lobby

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
22.5 km from Shell Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,003 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is HK$872
HK$965 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
View from property

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove
2.0 star property
22.9 km from Shell Island
7.6 out of 10, Good, (561 reviews)
"Everything was great! No frills but clean rooms and pool!"
United States
Clayton
The price is HK$1,172
HK$1,324 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Pirates Cove
Exterior

The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn
2.0 star property
23.5 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (235 reviews)
"I love that is is so close to everything you need for a solo traveler."
United States
Jennifer
The price is HK$1,333
HK$1,506 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
The Starlite Inn
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
15 km from Shell Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (907 reviews)
"Very nice, hip place so convenient to all the happenings of Wilmington"
United States
Robert
The price is HK$1,066
HK$1,205 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
ARRIVE Wilmington
Beach views, serves lunch and dinner

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
2.5 star property
24.8 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,149 reviews)
"Clean and everything was close staff was great !"
United States
Guadalupe
The price is HK$2,336
HK$2,640 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
23.8 km from Shell Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Great, updated place to stay with easy access to the beach!!"
United States
Abby
The price is HK$1,129
HK$1,275 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Dry Dock Inn
Terrace/patio

The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes
2.0 star property
27.7 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (598 reviews)
"It was right by the pier had its own beach access everything was easily accessible nice hotel with a little bit cheaper price well worth the stay"
United States
Justin
The price is HK$1,599
HK$1,831 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
The Sand Dunes
Exterior

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
13 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"clean room, friendly staff, good breakfast with many choices"
United States
Jack
The price is HK$829
HK$937 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
Dining

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
2.5 star property
21.6 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (454 reviews)
"Cant say enough about the staff , the hotel, and accomodations everything was spot on, we will definitely be back and will highly recommend this hotel."
United States
Cathleen
The price is HK$765
HK$848 total
includes taxes & fees
20 Jul - 21 Jul
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
Property entrance

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
2.5 star property
24.7 km from Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (20 reviews)
"The employees were very friendly and helpful. Definitely will book there agin."
United States
Fahima
The price is HK$933
HK$1,033 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Jun - 25 Jun
StudioRes by Marriott Leland
On the beach, sun-loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Shell Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (310 reviews)
"Great beach location!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is HK$3,050
HK$3,783 total
includes taxes & fees
6 Jul - 7 Jul
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
2.0 star property
27.6 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (489 reviews)
"Great place to stay .We stay every year for the passed 4 years"
United States
Benji
The price is HK$1,341
HK$1,538 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Jul - 13 Jul
Admiral's Quarter
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
8.5 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (533 reviews)
"Very quick check in, extremely comfortable beds, and delicious breakfast! I would stay here again."
United States
Sara
The price is HK$1,090
HK$1,231 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Jun - 29 Jun
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Balcony view

Sea Vista Motel

Sea Vista Motel
2.0 star property
19.3 km from Shell Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (197 reviews)
"Perfect laid back beach hotel. Lovely Jews of a pristine beach and the location was great for access to walking places and local restaurants."
United States
David
The price is HK$1,763
HK$1,987 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Jul - 9 Jul
Sea Vista Motel
Indoor pool

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
3.0 star property
14.1 km from Shell Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The staff were super helpful and the room was clean and the pool as well."
United States
Kristen
The price is HK$1,060
HK$1,198 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Terrace/patio

Oceaneer

Oceaneer
2.0 star property
25.6 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (136 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff!"
United States
Daniel
The price is HK$1,686
HK$1,906 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Jul - 6 Jul
Oceaneer
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Where to stay in Shell Island

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

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

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.

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.

Top Shell Island Hotel Reviews

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

8/10 Good
"One cannot argue with the view - it's amazing! Every suite has a balcony that looks out over the beach. So, in essence, you're paying for the location. The downside, property-wise ... I cannot speak for every room, only the one we were in. The refrigerator didn't cool very well, and the temperature control knob was broken off so there was no way for us to alter this since we had no pliers; we called maintenance, who came promptly, and said the lower inside of the frig was good and that we shouldn't put things in the door and expect them to cool. The thermostat in our room was missing its front panel - the backup batteries were visible. For the money we paid I expect more. We had a cool flush-mount ceiling light fixture in the kitchen, but only 2 out of 3 bulbs were working in it. If you stay here, bring some power strips - the outlets are few and largely used by lamps, etc. The upside, property-wise ... our bed backed up to the outside hallway. I was worried that we were going to hear a lot of noise from outside as kids ran around and screamed in the early morning, but we did not. We closed the blinds on that side of the suite and it was great. The downside, town-wise ... we arrived on a Saturday and traffic was absolutely insane. We thought that we'd check out some of the shops downtown, only to find that people were waiting in 30-car-long lines for public parking. If you go on a weekend, set your expectations accordingly. The only safe haven is the resort."
Steve 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

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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