Oak Island, NC

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Pier on beach at sunrise, Oak Island, North Carolina
Pier on beach at sunrise, Oak Island, North Carolina
Sun set
North Carolina in the winter is actually pretty nice
Amazing sunset

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Where to stay in Oak Island

Silhoutted Ocean Pier at Sunrise

Long Beach

4.5/5(25 area reviews)

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
Oak Island Lighthouse Beams into the Seafoam at Fort Caswell

Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Caswell Beach
Oak Island Lighthouse North Carolina

Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tranquil Harbour
Casewell Beach line with Oak Island in the distance

Yaupon Beach

When in Yaupon Beach, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Yaupon Beach
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
$155 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Mar 16 to Mar 17
$175 total
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (63 reviews)
It was wonderful. My room overlooked the ocean.

Reviewed on Mar 4, 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
The place was magical, it was so relaxing and complete with everything we needed.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!

4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 12 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked and the house was super clean! Loved all the outdoor seating too. Great house!

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!
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.
4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!

4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and 12 outdoor pickleball courts. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Beds were comfy, kitchen was well stocked and the house was super clean! Loved all the outdoor seating too. Great house!

Reviewed on Feb 16, 2026

4BR 2BA OCEANFRONT COTTAGE- Fish, Fun & Sun! Relax, Recharge, Repeat!- Book Now!
Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (66 reviews)
The place was magical, it was so relaxing and complete with everything we needed.

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

Oceanfront with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
Your beach paradise awaits. Sun, sand and serenity.

Your beach paradise awaits. Sun, sand and serenity.

Oak Island NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and a water park. Popular attractions Oak Island Golf Club and The Reserve Golf ...
10/10 Exceptional! (53 reviews)
Kitchen was well stocked with all necessities needed to cook. Keurig worked great. We LOVED the king sized mattress.We want to know the name brand of this bed so that we can buy one!

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2026

Your beach paradise awaits. Sun, sand and serenity.
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.

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Things to do

Reviews of Oak Island

4.7
Top Destination
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4/5 - Good

KellyandJon

Small,friendly and quaint. No rushing of any type. Very relaxing and carefree.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Nice beach, not crowded, was able to ger a good spot each day we went. Businesses are limited, if you are like our family and have picky eaters only wanting to eat at national food chain restaurants, there are a few, but not as many as a larger town.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Wonderful, quiet beach that’s perfect for a family getaway.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Good for adults; not much to do for kids other than the beach.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

I love Oak Island and have been going here since I was a child in the early 1960's. It is quiet and beautiful and not much ocean front development.

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