Coastal North Carolina Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
Wilmington featuring an administrative building
Wilmington which includes heritage architecture, heritage elements and interior views
Photo provided by The Crystal Coast Tourism Authority.
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Where to stay in Coastal North Carolina

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South Nags Head

While visiting South Nags Head, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Bodie Island Lighthouse.

South Nags Head
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Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ocean Crest Pier and Caswell Beach.

Long Beach
Wilmington which includes an administrative building

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Downtown Wilmington
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Whalehead Beach

While visiting Whalehead Beach, you might make a stop by sights like Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Beach.

Whalehead Beach
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Pine Island

If you're spending some time in Pine Island, Outer Banks Beaches and Currituck Banks are top sights worth seeing.

Pine Island
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Ocean Sands

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ocean Sands and surrounding area, you can visit Corolla Raceway and Corolla Adventure Golf and Bumper Cars.

Ocean Sands
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
2.5 out of 5
160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC
The price is AU$163 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$163
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,013 reviews)
"I wanted an economical place near downtown Wilmington, this was perfect. Staff was really nice. Free breakfast was good. I would go back."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
3 out of 5
1701 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is AU$121 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
AU$121
includes taxes & fees
6 Apr - 7 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The staff is very personable. The hotel is very clean. Great location with easy access. We will stay here again..This place is highly recommended."

Reviewed on 29 Mar. 2025

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
2 out of 5
2009 S Virginia Dare Trl, Kill Devil Hills, NC
The price is AU$144 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
AU$144
includes taxes & fees
2 Apr - 3 Apr
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Kill Devil Hills. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,885 reviews)
"Very close to the beach. Places to sit on the beach. We ate breakfast in the gazebo at the beach and saw whales. Breakfast selection was great. Room was immaculate."

Reviewed on 30 Mar. 2025

John Yancey Oceanfront Inn
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd., Atlantic Beach, NC
Stay at this 3-star beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,158 reviews)
"Its super close to the beach but not so close that you get caught up in traffic or other shenanigans going on in the area."

Reviewed on 11 Mar. 2025

Atlantic Beach Resort, a Ramada by Wyndham
A Place at the Beach
A Place at the Beach
2.5 out of 5
1904 E Fort Macon Rd, Atlantic Beach, NC
Book a stay at this family-friendly apartment in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Triple S Marina and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (194 reviews)
"This was our second time staying at A Place at the Beach and we loved it. We love how it is right there at the beach and how they have a playground area and indoor pool, since we have a 2.5 year old. The staff is very nice and helpful when we asked questions. We will definitely be back! :)"

Reviewed on 27 Mar. 2025

A Place at the Beach
Ocean Pines Resort
Ocean Pines Resort
3.5 out of 5
1445 Duck Road, Kitty Hawk, NC
Stay at this 3.5-star beach vacation home in Kitty Hawk. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Nor'Banks Sailing and The Sanderling ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (102 reviews)
Family vacation with 2 teenagers
"We recently enjoyed a fantastic family vacation with our two teenagers at this hotel. The location is perfect, just steps away from the ocean, and the apartment was spacious and well-appointed. The beach was stunning and pleasantly uncrowded, making it a peaceful retreat. Our kids even got up early ..."

Reviewed on 15 Mar. 2025

Ocean Pines Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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