Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach





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

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shell Island

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Showers barely worked. Censures were down. Restaurant was not open the entire time we were there. Room was not what was showing in pictures. Check in staff was very rude. Location is ok but not walkable to anything. Nowhere to eat over the bridge as every restaurant only seats about 20 ppl.
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Pool was nice
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Comfort Inn University
Breakfast was good, water pressure in the shower was amazing!
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The stay was nice
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Great hotel very clean and attentive staff. Location on the beach was great. Not alot close by need to use car for restaurants etc.
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Breakfast was good. I had ocean view, room was clean
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Shell 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 Harbor Island
When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

