South Harbor Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
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Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.
Johnnie Mercer's Pier
After visiting Johnnie Mercer's Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wrightsville Beach. Stroll along the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
South End Surf Shop
Enjoy an outing to South End Surf Shop during your stay in Wrightsville Beach. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
£64
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
£15
per adult
Top hotels in South Harbor Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is £168 per night from 23 Apr to 24 Apr
£168
23 Apr - 24 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,544 reviews)
Staff was great! Property was very well maintained! Rooms could have been cleaner, rooms need updates. I had rolled up carpet and pieces of tile under my bed. They need to put brooms in the rooms so you can sweep up the floors, since they don't clean while you are there. The views were very ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is £122 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
£122
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,507 reviews)
Perfect location downtown Wilmington right on the sound with a boardwalk that takes you to several restaurants overlooking the sound. An walkable to other restaurants and shops.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £75 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£75
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
My fiancé and I enjoyed our stay! The bed was very comfortable, the room was spacious and the location was ideal. Only about 15-20 minutes from the downtown area and Wrightsville Beach. The staff was helpful, and our check-in and checkout process was smooth. Ashley was at the front desk when we arrived, ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is £79 per night from 26 Apr to 27 Apr
£79
26 Apr - 27 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £95 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£95
10 May - 11 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (297 reviews)
2/3 treadmills malfunctioning and front desk employees on personal cell phones repeatedly. Annoying to wait for personal call to finish to be helped.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is £186 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
£186
27 Apr - 28 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a beach locale. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Location to beach and breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
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.
Other neighbourhoods around South Harbor Island
Parmele Isle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.
South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
Shell Island
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.
