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Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

2.5 star property
Relax by the pool or stroll along Carolina Beach Boardwalk to take in breathtaking ocean views from every angle.

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On the beach, beach bar
Point of interest
Restaurant
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool loungers
Point of interest

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$171
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb

Room options

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

2 Queen Beds - Non Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Bed Oceanfront w/Balcony

King Bed Oceanfront w/Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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King Family Suite w/bunkbed

King Family Suite w/bunkbed

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Single Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony

2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony

2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Terrace/patio

2 Queen beds Oceanfront w/Balcony

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Sofa Bed

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About the area

Map
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 2 min drive
  • Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Hotel near Carolina Beach
Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach Pier, Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel provides a beach bar, a terrace and shopping on-site. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool with sunloungers
  • Free self-parking
  • A TV in reception, a lift and smoke-free property
  • A reception hall, a vending machine and 1 meeting room
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms have comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks such as free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and fridges

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference centre
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Handrails in stairways (86 centimetre high)
  • Lift (117 centimetre wide door)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (86 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 12 February to 15 April:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from 01 April to 01 November
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Carolina Beach
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM. The swimming pool is closed seasonally each year from February 12 until April 15.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

As of 21 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel on 26 Feb 2025 start from AU$171.22, including 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.

Is Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wilmington Beach hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach State Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 727 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 294 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 98 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 1189 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 32 out of 1189 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Great location and friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Very clean and comfortable Great location right on the ocean Will stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyson

We stayed here for the weekend and absolutely loved it! The staff was so friendly and you could tell that it’s newly renovated. We can’t wait to book another trip in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

joshua

The staff was amazing like usual. Can’t wait to go back
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

CANDACE

Clean and quiet. Beautiful views. Staff were friendly and helpful. We highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Everything was good
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

The property was quiet & staff was extremely friendly & helpful. I truly enjoyed every moment of my stay & would not hesitate to stay there again in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Perry and Karla

Clean, well maintained and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

They’ve done a nice job updating inside. You can still tell the property is old from the exterior paths and sliding glass doors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikita

Amazing view, would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Loved it...right on the beach...walkable area with restaurants...very friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

steven

Staff is awesome. Room was spotless! Very quiet - even for new years eve. Loved having the "tiki" bar and pier right there. Great place and will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Very nice since they've upgraded everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tuncay

Couple days of getaway. Recharge.
Perfect for our needs. Excellent location, great view. Had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Lynne

Room was extremely clean and had all of the essentials from soap to coffee and tea. Thermostat worked beautifully to keep us comfortable. There was construction happening on the property so mornings were a little noisier than ideal. Lots of little restaurants nearby for meals. We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Really enjoyed out stay, extremely convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

luisa

Would stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

I never not have a bad time here.. Just wish the tiki bar was open smh..
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christie

Check in was easy and staff were very helpful. This is a hotel that is being renovated and I think will be at great when finished. We would love to come back when the tiki bar and grill are open(closed in January). Kids loved having their own space with the bunk bed room with their own tv. We walked to The Spot for dinner and drinks. Had gone to Jack Mackerels for lunch and explored the Fort Fisher museum. We would love to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Convenient location and comfortable room!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jill

Beautiful views!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rochelle

Great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ronda

Very nice and right on the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Great beach stay
Front desk service was excellent. The room was cute and retro, very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Shelly

The bed was like a hard board. There was a dead cockroach in the first room then they moved me.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025