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The Inn at Southport

3.0 star property
Motel in Southport, a quick walk to Franklin Square Gallery

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The Apartment

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

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Room 10

Room 10

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 1

Room 1

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 11

Room 11

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 8

Room 8

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 9

Room 9

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 16

Room 16

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apartment

The Apartment

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Flat-screen TV
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Trundle Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room 12

Room 12

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room 15

Room 15

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 14 - Solar light

Room 14 - Solar light

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6

Room 6

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 5

Room 5

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 3

Room 3

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 7

Room 7

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room 2

Room 2

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4

Room 4

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
512 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 28461

What's nearby

  • Franklin Square Gallery - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Southport Marina - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 19 min drive - 18.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Southport

Motel near Southport Marina
Located close to Franklin Square Gallery and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum, The Inn at Southport provides a firepit and an outdoor entertainment area. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free bike hire, express check-out and express check-in
  • Games and outdoor furniture
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms are individually furnished and boast comforts, such as air conditioning.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • 43-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels
  • Furnished balconies or patios, microwaves and coffee/tea makers

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Designated smoking areas (fines apply)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Construction is underway at a neighbouring building and there may be noise disturbance from the construction work
Parking height restrictions apply
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is The Inn at Southport pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Inn at Southport?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Southport?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

What time is check-out at The Inn at Southport?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Inn at Southport located?

Situated in the historical district, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Square Gallery, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport and Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Southport Marina and Fort Fisher State Recreation Area are also within 9 mi (15 km).

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The Inn at Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 105 out of 143 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 20 out of 143 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 143 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 143 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was there for a quick overnight for work. Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Granddaughter and I were going to do a quick trip but after being here decided to stay another day. Have enjoyed staying here. It's so convenient to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and friendly staff, nice size comfortable room with a table and chairs, sofa, fridge, coffee maker, etc. The bathroom, however, is miniscule. A large person might have trouble using the shower or the toilet! The website mentioned that they have bicycles that are available for free, but the bikes were pretty rusty and two of the three had flat tires. The location being walking distance (several blocks) to the waterfront might justify the price, but we felt that it could have been a bit better experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect!

Beautiful room, quiet, comfortable and walking distance to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My son and I stayed overnight on our way to the Outer Banks. Room is clean and bed is comfortable- room has a mini fridge and coffeemaker. Our room was #1 and closest to the street so there was some traffic noise but it didn't keep us awake. Property manager/owners were excellent with communication which is a plus since there wasn't anyone on site. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff came out to greet us and give us our code so that we could get into our room although we will only spent one night it was very quiet and very convenient for our travels
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Southport

Good trip
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert J

Liked: Amenities
Everything was great even had a letter explaining places to go and eat very helpful and thanking me for staying
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Very welcoming!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location convenient to eateries and pubs. Communication was excellent with easy check in. The room was very clean, bright, and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised at the this remodeled motel, that has been in Southport since the 50's. Beautifully decorated, very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Awesome stay

The staff here was extremely organized and friendly. I had an issue with the toilet in my room and at 3:00 am helped me with this. They also assisted me in getting a unit with more room for us. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little place. We had a great stay and will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great weekend stay

Great stay. Management is very accommodating and responsive. We will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute and quaint place to stay. Customer service was great. Downside was the bathroom was really tiny with no tub for my 5 year old, but that wasn’t a dealbreaker.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute motel. Its in a great part of town with restaurants and unique shops within easy walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool little hotel. Perfect location if you want to explore Southport on foot/bike/whatever.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great spot, walkable to everything. Will be back.

Really friendly staff with clear and useful communication. They had good recommendations for restaurants and places to see. Super convenient location and a great price for a last minute, holiday weekend trip. They had bikes to borrow and water for us in the fridge after a hot hot day. This was a pretty no-frills room but had everything we needed and the staff is definitely going the extra mile to make sure you’re happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy check in. Off street parking. Older unit but modern conveniences.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jho

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cutest place to stay in Southport. Wonderful staff and location. So close to everything. We come in by boat and rent a golf cart from Coastal which is right next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very clean and quiet. Loved to location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very comfortable property in the main part of this small town. It seems that the owner made a recent and very considerable investment to update the rooms and the results are outstanding. The room was spotless and very comfortable. They have a contactless check in procedure and it worked flawlessly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay! The bikes were a huge bonus. They made it so we could really see all of Southport! The room was just what we needed for a quick overnight.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023