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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 star property
Family fun on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers a beach bar, on-site shopping, and outdoor entertainment near Kure Beach Pier. Dine at Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, use in-room WiFi, and enjoy luggage storage. The beach experience is right at your doorstep.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower, View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower, View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, Oceanfront (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk)

Room, Oceanfront (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Oceanfront (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, Pool View (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Pool View (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
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About the neighborhood

Map
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Kure Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Family-friendly hotel near Carolina Beach
Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach Pier, Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton provides a beach bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. The on-site American cuisine restaurant, Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and ocean views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an arcade/game room and an outdoor entertainment area.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • An elevator, a foosball table, and smoke-free premises
  • Luggage storage, coffee/tea in the lobby, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Restaurants on site

  • Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Air hockey
  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (46 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from November 1 to April 15:
  • Swimming pool
The property will be renovating from November 1 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Swimming pool
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to November 01
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Carolina Beach
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from November 1 to April 15. The property will be renovating the pool from November 1 2025 to March 31 2026 (completion date subject to change).

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

As of Nov 22, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton on Dec 14, 2025 start from $92.65, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wilmington Beach hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach State Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 760 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 90 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 1195 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jorge

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a good stay no problems staff was nice and friendly we’ll be coming back
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice hotel as it was clean, the staff was very pleasant and responsive. The food was fresh and delicious. Overall great hotel and I will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Davila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, and staff was very nice: enjoyed the live entertainment at the restaurant’s peer.
Outside the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the on sight restaurant and tiki bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My wife and I enjoyed our stay. Location to beach had great access and clean. The restaurant on site was convenient and excellent food. Staff was very helpful and respectful to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Alis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with beautiful beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms! Not your boring hotel room- bright tropical decor with a happy beach vibe.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rodaina

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Quiana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were there off season (which I liked) The staff was very helpful and friendly.. Always cheerful. I cannot rate any better, because we did not experience the busy time. AND it was only one night. But, think we will come back. thank you
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant. Parking was super easy. Room was clean, great view of the ocean and beds comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beach is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeny Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excelente 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Willie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice views from the suites
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The location was great. The front desk staff was wonderful! Very clean and bright.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, nice front desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the area behind the hotel for ping pong and other games. Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the place was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025