Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
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Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
£18
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
£59
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
£15
per adult
Wrightsville Beach: Group Surf Lesson with Local Instructors
£62
per adult
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is £137 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£137
4 Oct - 5 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,735 reviews)
"This was a return visit. However, doubtful that we will return. Guest next to our room in and out slamming doors during the night and early morning. We didn’t realize how thin the walls were. Couldn’t sleep. Limited amount of towels left in the room. The menu at the restaurant wasn’t very appealing. ..."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is £65 per night from 4 Oct to 5 Oct
£65
4 Oct - 5 Oct
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. ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
The price is £70 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
£70
1 Oct - 2 Oct
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 ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is £82 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
£82
28 Sept - 29 Sept
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 ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is £120 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
£120
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,681 reviews)
"They may have an issue with the moisture in the building. The room smelled like mildew. Staff was very accommodating & understanding. They switched my room, however the smell wasn’t better so they gave a full refund."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is £94 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
£94
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"This was a very, very dirty property and room. When I showered the water was dirty coming from my feet. This was a wood flooring room that badly needed wet mopping. The outside of the property and lobby were no better."
Reviewed on 4 Sept 2026
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Where to stay in Shell Island
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