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Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, walk to Carolina Beach

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Outdoor pool
Lunch and dinner served
Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Free WiFi
Lunch and dinner served
Reviews
7.4

Good

Popular amenities

  • Restaurant
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • LaundryLaundryLaundry

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Map
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach Boardwalk10 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach Fishing Pier6 min drive
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)26 min drive
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Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

10/10 Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi

Deluxe Room

8.3/10 Very Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Double Room | Free WiFi

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly) | Free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi

Room, 1 King Bed

7.3/10 Good

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Cable channels
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Located in Carolina Beach, Pirates Cove is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting.
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 9 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Crush and Grind - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

Property highlights
Carolina Beach Boardwalk is located near Pirates Cove, which provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • A 24-hour front desk and barbecue grills
  • Guest reviews say good things about the beach locale
Room features
All 58 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and daily housekeeping

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lazy Pirate

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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; cash is not accepted

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef Motel
Drifters Reef Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef
Drifters Reef Hotel Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel
Drifters Reef Hotel
Pirates Cove Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Pirates Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Pirates Cove?

As of Jun 8, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pirates Cove on Jun 9, 2024 start from $114.99, 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 Pirates Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, Pirates Cove allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Pirates Cove?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirates Cove?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pirates Cove?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Pirates Cove located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) away.

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 90 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 76 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 58 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 275 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 23 out of 275 reviews" "

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Ann Marie

Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I did see a small bug upon my entry to the room but fortunately no other bugs appeared.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly!
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The location was fantastic regards to walking distance for everything. The parking was a nightmare probably due to the restaurant next door. It was also very noisy at night which is fine if you’re enjoying the nightlife. But with littles with you, not very family friendly. The staff was very accommodating and wonderful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Roger

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I like the location, however at night it was loud due to the bar next door playing live music. The parking needs some more spots, but that is normal for a beach town. My room did not have a clothes hanger rack or closet, so I had to hang my clothes on the back of the chair. No clothes bar in the room at all. Overall, it served my purpose so I will probably be back again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Warren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right in the middle of Carolina Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

2/10 Terrible

Anastasia

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely horrific. I have never seen a room so dirty. Stains on the sheets dirt on the floor and on the wallls. Looked like nobody had wiped the walls since it was built. Very unsafe area. Had to get a different hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

John

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenniger

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Meh
Ok for the price. Nothing stands out. Floors were kinda dirty.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Daylin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can’t beat the stay for the price
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disappointed
Started out with a phone call asking us to check in early, 2pm. Got there and no one was there. Had to call and meet someone at 3pm. They denied ever having conversations with me. Then we found 2 roaches. When I made the reservation I specifically asked if the restaurant was open during our stay. They told me Mon and Tues they were closed... Guess what they were closed till Thursday. To say the least due to our jobs we don't get a lot of time off so we were a little disappointed but we made the most of it by driving into Wilmington and did the river walk and strolled shops. We also visited Michael's Seafood which I highly recommend. We also visited the aquarium which was nice as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janae

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Randall

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was fine without any issues. The location is convient to live music, restaurants, shops, and public beach parking.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall, great price for location. A bit noisy as had no idea there was a bar beside the property. Shared parking lot.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

6/10 Okay

Kelsey

meh
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Good for a cheap motel
Good for a cheap motel. No drapes so it gets pretty bright in the a.m.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ryan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fast and easy check-in. Very professional
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Mike

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Affordable motel and staff were polite and helpful. My room smelled like cigarette smoke and was bare bones. Can be a little noisy at times.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great as always!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly.
Dog hair on top of the night stand and lots of dust. Bed sheets had some hair as well. Bathroom tub was somewhat clean. Overall good for staying one day or 2 if you don’t mind dog hair :)
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Christin

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
I loved the outdoor space and how close it was to everything we wanted to do in Carolina Beach. I also loved the options for pets and the dog park area / it also backs up to a pond and a really nice neighborhood for longer walks. I didn’t like how loud my neighbors were and there were no quiet hours in place. They partied until 2-3 am and their kids were screaming. I also found questionable black spots in the sheets the next day and it really freaked me out.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Comfortable Beds & Luxury Linens
Check-In Time
4:00 PM
Check-Out Time
11:00 AM
Star Rating
2.0