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
£19
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
£15
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
£60
per adult
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is £121 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
£121
3 Nov - 4 Nov
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! (1,798 reviews)
"I loved the beach and the first beach trip for my son so this was extra special. I truly wanted to give this resort rave reviews because of that factor alone, however I cannot. The staff was super courteous and the issues were with the facilities. First one of the elevators were not in service which ..."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is £61 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
£61
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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 ...
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is £68 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£68
25 Oct - 26 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. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,594 reviews)
"Great!"
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
The Sand Dunes
133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC
The price is £69 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
£69
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Kure Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (836 reviews)
"The only complaint I have is there was no Kleenex in the room."
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is £83 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
£83
25 Oct - 26 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 helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
The price is £124 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
£124
13 Nov - 14 Nov
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 ...
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Where to stay in Shell Island
Find the best Shell Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.
South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
South Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parmele Isle
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.
