Title: Shell Island Vacation Packages 2026 from $481 | Expedia.com

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# Shell Island Vacations from $481

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## Your Shell Island Vacation

Coastal beaches, views, food, fun — you'll find all that and more in Shell Island. Discover the very best of this neighborhood with a vacation package to Shell Island. Wondering what to see and do during your trip to Shell Island? Nearby attractions such as [Wrightsville Beach](https://www.expedia.com/Wrightsville-Beach-South-End.d6066253.Vacation-Attraction), [Johnnie Mercers Pier](https://www.expedia.com/Johnnie-Mercers-Pier-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621561173645.Vacation-Attraction) and [Wrightsville SUP](https://www.expedia.com/Wrightsville-SUP-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621555612320.Vacation-Attraction) are good places to begin. Stop dreaming and start doing. When it's time to book your dream vacation to Shell Island, Expedia is here to help.

## The Latest Shell Island Vacation Packages

Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices.

![Boardwalk Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/113000000/112560000/112559400/112559320/6a09ed36_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Boardwalk Inn

Downtown

Save 100% on your flight

$481

per person

Apr 24 - Apr 28

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip flight included

New York (NYC) to Wilmington (ILM)

8.8/10 Excellent! (112 reviews)

Conveniently located to everything. Staff is friendly. Nice, basic place to stay.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

![Dreamers BNB](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37830000/37827100/37827062/f782587e_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Dreamers BNB

Wilmington Historic District

Save 100% on your flight

$749

per person

May 7 - May 11

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Wilmington (ILM)

9.4/10 Exceptional! (337 reviews)

Staff were wonderful. Room was clean. In general, the bedroom & bathroom would benefit from a refresh.

Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

![Ocean Crest Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100700000/100697200/100697163/712dfc26_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### Ocean Crest Motel

Long Beach

Save 100% on your flight

$814

per person

May 7 - May 14

found 1 day ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

New York (NYC) to Wilmington (ILM)

9/10 Wonderful! (50 reviews)

Rooms clean, staff friendly and helpful! Great location to everything! Would definitely stay again!

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

![The Beach House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92360000/92355700/92355660/cf9574ae_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### The Beach House

$609

per person

May 7 - May 11

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Wilmington (ILM)

8.6/10 Excellent! (499 reviews)

Staff courteous and nice location.

Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025

![The Starlite Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92333900/92333862/226f9fc8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

### The Starlite Inn

Downtown

$557

per person

May 7 - May 11

found 3 hours ago

Roundtrip non-stop flight included

Boston (BOS) to Wilmington (ILM)

8.8/10 Excellent! (205 reviews)

Clean room with adequate space, very close to the board walk and restaurants. Very basic but thats exactly what we were looking for. Will definitely be back

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

## Where to stay in Shell Island

Find the best Shell Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. [Learn more about Shell Island](https://expedia.com/Wrightsville-Beach-Shell-Island.dx553248635976480810)

![Sunset at the south end of Wrightsville beach ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10483/50e0791b-2e68-4e44-8799-914c49f6e18e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### South End

2 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

4.5/5(13 area reviews)

 While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop. 

[Find hotel + flight trips in South End](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=South%20End&DestID=553248635976480162&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods)

![Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Sunset on the south end.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481260/0dc447bd-9ae9-4866-947c-240ecff11d70.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### South Harbor Island

 While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach are some notable places to visit nearby. 

[Find hotel + flight trips in South Harbor Island](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=South%20Harbor%20Island&DestID=553248635976481260&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods)

![Aerial view over Wrightsville Beach in Wilmington North Carolina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976476748/bbae46ea-4aff-464a-99f5-1c4087adb297.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)

### Parmele Isle

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

 When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area. 

[Find hotel + flight trips in Parmele Isle](https://expedia.com/go/package/search/FlightHotel/?FromAirport=Downtown%20Columbus,%20Columbus,%20Ohio,%20United%20States%20of%20America&Destination=Parmele%20Isle&DestID=553248635976476748&DaysInFuture=30&StayLength=7&rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.PKG.Neighborhoods)

## Shell Island Hotel Deals

![Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17800/17732/70bf1e41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$163 nightly

$184 total

Mar 1 - Mar 2

Total with taxes and fees

8.4/10 Very Good! (1,541 reviews)

Very clean suite, courteous and helpful staff. They gave us a late check out at no charge because of our situation.

Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F1%2F2026&endDate=3%2F2%2F2026&selected=17732&PinnedHotelID=17732&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976480810)

![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/28fdfbf0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

301 N Water St Wilmington NC

Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay

$102 nightly

$116 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

8.2/10 Very Good! (1,455 reviews)

Everything was perfect, from the view, cleanliness, the staff and the comfort!

Reviewed on Feb 26, 2026

[](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F22%2F2026&endDate=3%2F23%2F2026&selected=13731&PinnedHotelID=13731&HadPinnedHotel=true&regionId=553248635976480810)

![Sleep Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42800/42717/87da506d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150)

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Sleep Inn

5225 Market St Wilmington NC

Fully refundable

$78 nightly

$88 total

Mar 22 - Mar 23

Total with taxes and fees

8/10 Very Good! (1,064 reviews)

Rooms are always clean.

Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026

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### Discover the most popular places to visit in Shell Island

![Wrightsville Beach featuring a sandy beach as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066253/00727721-bf20-46d8-b314-8a0701eb8cb5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wrightsville Beach

This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.

[](https://expedia.com/Wrightsville-Beach-South-End.d6066253.Vacation-Attraction)

![This pier makes for great sunrise photos. $2 to walk out onto it but totally worth it. Lots of avid fishermen to entertain you AND they sell beer and other beverages to carry out there with you. The Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach is a great area to visit with numerous excellent breweries and many great restaurants. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/10483/21767ec3-afa5-4ff7-8a71-ee0402fce88f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### 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 check out its top-notch restaurants. 

[](https://expedia.com/Johnnie-Mercers-Pier-Wrightsville-Beach.d553248621561173645.Vacation-Attraction)

#### 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. 

[](https://expedia.com/South-End-Surf-Shop-South-End.d553248621532661229.Vacation-Attraction)

### Things to do

![Sunset Location on Banks Channel
Perfect Photograph Shot](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50920999/24a72850-b6b4-448b-b342-775edf0038ab.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

$49

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wrightsville-beach-sunset-cruise.a50920999.activity-details)

![Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48018951/3691dfce-de89-4bfa-8b26-c5eaca5866fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

$24

per adult

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details)

![History and Architecture Walking Tour ](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5272439/c19c72ba-c9d7-41f5-a9b4-4fc86308e2f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)

#### History and Architecture Walking Tour

$25

per adult

**96%** of travellers recommend

[](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/history-and-architecture-walking-tour.a5272439.activity-details)

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