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A kitchen with a granite countertop, wooden cabinets, and a built-in shelving unit.
A view from a balcony overlooking a golf course with a pond, trees, and a clear sky.
A spacious living area with a kitchen, dining table, and seating arrangements.
A bedroom with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and artwork on the walls.

1. Golfer's Oasis 1 Mi to Ocean: River Creek II Condo

Golfer's Oasis 1 Mi to Ocean: River Creek II Condo
Sea Trail
Golfer's Oasis 1 Mi to Ocean: River Creek II Condo
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, a flat-screen TV, and artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with white cabinetry, a microwave, stove, and dishwasher.
A swimming pool with a 3 ft depth marker, surrounded by palm trees and a tennis court.
A living room with two sofas, a coffee table, and a dining area with a chair and table.

2. Pool & Hot Tub Access! Waterfront Sunset Beach Gem

Pool & Hot Tub Access! Waterfront Sunset Beach Gem
Sunset Beach
Pool & Hot Tub Access! Waterfront Sunset Beach Gem
A cozy wooden cabin with a loft bed, a dining area, and a small kitchen.
A small wooden cabin with a porch, a door, and two blue chairs outside.
A cozy room with wooden walls, a red table, a wicker chair, a small dresser, a lamp, and a shelf with kitchen items.
A wooden interior with a wooden ceiling, a wicker chair, a potted plant, and a white door.

3. Cozy Calabash Studio ~ 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!

Cozy Calabash Studio ~ 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!
Sunset Beach
United States
Rhonda
Cozy Calabash Studio ~ 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!
A living room with a sofa, armchair, coffee table, TV, and wooden entertainment center.
A hotel room with a bed, a dresser, a mirror, a nightstand with a lamp, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A building with large windows, a door with a metal handle, and a staircase leading to a landing.
A hallway with wooden flooring, a door with louvered shutters, a ceiling fan, and a kitchen area in the background.

4. Golf Villa Near Sunset Beach & Intracoastal!

Golf Villa Near Sunset Beach & Intracoastal!
Sea Trail
Golf Villa Near Sunset Beach & Intracoastal!
A large, two-story building with a symmetrical facade, multiple balconies, and a central entrance with steps.
A large, multi-story building with a symmetrical facade, featuring balconies and a central entrance.
A room with a patterned sofa, a small table with magazines, a lamp, a cabinet, and two framed pictures on the wall.
A dining area with white tablecloths, wooden chairs, and a large bed with a patterned bedspread.

5. The Sunset Inn

The Sunset Inn
Sunset Beach
United States
Joseph
The Sunset Inn
A modern kitchen with a white countertop and wooden chairs.
A dining area with a round table, white chairs, and a window with frosted glass.
A bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, two bedside tables with lamps, and a door leading to another room.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a large window overlooking a garden.

6. Sunset Beach Retreat - Monthly Rentals Welcome!

Sunset Beach Retreat - Monthly Rentals Welcome!
Sea Trail
United States
Laura
Sunset Beach Retreat - Monthly Rentals Welcome!
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a cloudy sky.
A beachfront property with a wooden staircase leading to a building with a balcony. A sign indicates beach access.
A covered porch with white railings, a ceiling fan, and wicker chairs.
A dining area with a table set for four, a kitchen in the background, and a blue curtain on the window.

7. Freshly Remodeled Beach House, Steps to Shore

Freshly Remodeled Beach House, Steps to Shore
Sunset Beach
Freshly Remodeled Beach House, Steps to Shore
A compact kitchen with a built-in refrigerator, wooden ceiling, and a ladder leading to an upper loft.
A wooden deck with a bench and a door leading to a building.
A loft-style room with a wooden ceiling, a ladder, a kitchenette, and a bed.
Interior

8. Calabash Studio Cabin, 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!

Calabash Studio Cabin, 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!
Sunset Beach
United States
Lisa
Calabash Studio Cabin, 4 Mi to Sunset Beach!
A spacious living room with a leather sofa, a television, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dishwasher, a stove, and a coffee maker.
A backyard with a hammock, a patio table, and a brick house.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a white wall with framed artwork, and a wooden floor.

9. Cozy Home w/ Fenced Backyard in Sunset Beach!

Cozy Home w/ Fenced Backyard in Sunset Beach!
Sunset Beach
United States
Justin
Cozy Home w/ Fenced Backyard in Sunset Beach!
A wooden deck with white chairs and a table, overlooking a beach.
A beach with a pier extending into the water, sandy dunes, and sparse vegetation.
A two-story building with a gravel driveway and a well-maintained garden.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, ottomans, a coffee table, a TV, and a bookshelf.

10. Family-friendly Vacation Home: Steps to Beach!

Family-friendly Vacation Home: Steps to Beach!
Sunset Beach
Family-friendly Vacation Home: Steps to Beach!
A pier extending into the water with lights along its length.
Living room
Private kitchen
Balcony

11. 3405 Champions Sunset Beach

3405 Champions Sunset Beach
Sea Trail
3405 Champions Sunset Beach
A multi-story residential building with a well-maintained lawn, a picnic table, and a barbecue grill.
A white door with a decorative hanging, a mailbox, and a doorbell.
A spacious living room with a large glass dining table, white chairs, and a ceiling fan.
A sign for 'The Colony II at Oyster Bay' with a decorative top and a clear, legible font.

12. Stunning Sunset Beach Condo: 3 Mi to Beach!

Stunning Sunset Beach Condo: 3 Mi to Beach!
Sunset Beach
Stunning Sunset Beach Condo: 3 Mi to Beach!
A wooden deck overlooking a calm lake with a golf course in the background.
A room with a television on a dresser, a lamp, and a mirror. There are doors leading to other rooms.
A laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and a water heater.
A multi-story building with a parking lot marked 'NO PARKING' and a Ford SUV parked in the lot.

13. Near Golf! Waterfront Unit w/ Pool in Sunset Beach

Near Golf! Waterfront Unit w/ Pool in Sunset Beach
Sea Trail
Near Golf! Waterfront Unit w/ Pool in Sunset Beach
Living room
Private kitchen
Pool
Exterior

14. Colony II Condos by Sloane Realty Vacations

Colony II Condos by Sloane Realty Vacations
Sunset Beach
United States
Monica
Colony II Condos by Sloane Realty Vacations
Balcony
Beach
Living room
Exterior

15. Oceanfront Sunset Beach

Oceanfront Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach
Oceanfront Sunset Beach
A modern bathroom with a vanity, mirror, and a shower area.
A laundry room with two white front-loading washing machines and a shelf above containing cleaning supplies.
A bedroom with a bed, a bedside table, a lamp, a window with blinds, a ceiling fan, and a painting on the wall.
A garage with a closed metal garage door, a water heater, and a concrete floor.

16. Hammock, Grill & Patio! Sunfish Cove Home

Hammock, Grill & Patio! Sunfish Cove Home
Sunset Beach
Hammock, Grill & Patio! Sunfish Cove Home
A white door with a decorative wreath.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a built-in microwave, a refrigerator, and a dishwasher.
A multi-story residential building with balconies, a well-maintained lawn, and mature trees.
A spacious dining area with a round table and white chairs, a ceiling fan, and large windows.

17. 708 Colony II

708 Colony II
Sunset Beach
United States
Sandy
708 Colony II
A waterfront property with multiple buildings, docks, and a calm water body.
A modern living room with a grey sectional sofa, a small round table, and a ceiling fan.
A waterfront property with multiple buildings, a dock, and a pathway leading to the water.
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a cloudy sky.

18. Steps to Sunset Beach: Canal-front Home w/ Dock!

Steps to Sunset Beach: Canal-front Home w/ Dock!
Sunset Beach
Steps to Sunset Beach: Canal-front Home w/ Dock!
Exterior
Golf view
Exterior
Private kitchen

19. Sandpiper Villa's by Sloane Realty Vacations

Sandpiper Villa's by Sloane Realty Vacations
Sunset Beach
United States
Shanere
Sandpiper Villa's by Sloane Realty Vacations
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior
Exterior

20. 52E Sandpiper Bay Sunset Beach

52E Sandpiper Bay Sunset Beach
Sunset Beach
52E Sandpiper Bay Sunset Beach
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Pristine shorelines welcome shell collectors at low tide, while the nearby Bird Island Reserve offers peaceful coastal hikes. Rent bikes to explore the quiet beach town, or paddle the calm Intracoastal Waterway when afternoon winds pick up.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Sunset Beach

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Sunset Beach, North Carolina are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Sunset Beach, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Sunset Beach for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Sunset Beach near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

From business trips to family getaways, the Sunset Beach 3 star hotels offer a fantastic home base for any type of vacation.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Sunset Beach?
The big difference between a 3- and 4-star hotel in Sunset Beach will be the level of service and access to creature comforts. Three-star hotels are generally lower priced and include the amenities and services required for your comfort, such as breakfast, WiFi and a gym. You can look forward to a bit more at a 4-star hotel — think upscale furnishings, premium bathroom products and extras like spa centers.
What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Sunset Beach?
Motels typically offer more economical rates compared to hotels, which makes them excellent if you're traveling around Sunset Beach on a set budget. A popular option for overnight trips, these roadside getaways come with simply furnished rooms, limited services and ample parking. Book a 3-star hotel and you can expect to pay more for additional privacy, space and conveniences. Travelers can take advantage of things like free WiFi, a lobby and conference rooms at this style of property.

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