Wrightsville Beach, NC

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Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views, a house and a sandy beach
Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views, a house and a sandy beach
Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach
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our favorite place to go when its beach time, is Wrightsville  Beach NC  as it is quiet . 
what makes this beach so special is when the tide goes out.....it goes way out and leaves beautiful patterns in the sand along with interesting sandbar formations.

Where to stay in Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach which includes general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people

Shell Island

4.5/5(107 area reviews)

Though Shell Island might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wrightsville SUP and Aussie Island Surf Shop.

Shell Island
Sunset at the south end of Wrightsville beach

South End

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.

South End
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South Harbor Island

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

South Harbor Island
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Parmele Isle

4.5/5(26 area reviews)

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

Parmele Isle
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
$139 nightly
The price is $157 total per night from Jan 22 to Jan 23
$157 total
Jan 22 - Jan 23
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,571 reviews)
Nice staff - clean room and good space - excellent view . On site restaurant had little ambience but staff was friendly and accommodating .

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
$133 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$150 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
Clean and well kept up Amazing views from balcony Nice indoor pool Close beach access Breakfast buffet excellent Shuttle drive free within 4 miles

Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4 out of 5
275 Waynick Blvd Wrightsville Beach NC
$188 nightly
The price is $212 total per night from Feb 1 to Feb 2
$212 total
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and a beach locale. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (251 reviews)
Great staff clean hotel

Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
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.
Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo

Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo

Wrightsville Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a beach locale. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Aussie ...
10/10 Exceptional! (130 reviews)
Great location on a perfect beach. Very comfortable condo.

Reviewed on Nov 28, 2025

Oceanfront condo with amazing sunset views 2 bdrm 2 bath condo
Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Condo

Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Condo

Wrightsville Beach NC
Book a stay at this beach condo in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Aussie ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (37 reviews)
Perfect location, very comfortable accommodation, beautifully looked after peaceful condo. And it was lovely to be in calm surroundings that was not full of generic beach decor.

Reviewed on Nov 24, 2025

Oceanfront 3 Bedroom Condo
4 bedroom just steps to the beach, pier, and everything else!

4 bedroom just steps to the beach, pier, and everything else!

Wrightsville Beach North Carolina
Stay at this vacation home in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a water park, laundry facilities, and patios. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Johnnie Mercer's ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
The convenience of this location for a beach vacation couldn't be better.Would love to stay here again!

Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025

4 bedroom just steps to the beach, pier, and everything else!
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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Reviews of Wrightsville Beach

4.6
Top Destination
5 - Excellent
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5 - Excellent 68%
4 - Good
86
4 - Good 27%
3 - Okay
12
3 - Okay 4%
2 - Disappointing
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2 - Disappointing 0%
1 - Terrible
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1 - Terrible 0%

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

The area is very nice.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Beautiful beach! Wrightsville is definitely one of the beat beaches in NC !

5/5 - Excellent

Bob

Pleasant family beach. Houses very close together, but space is limited. Easy access to City of Wilmington.

4/5 - Good

Kimberly

WB is a great little beach town but pretty busy during the summer.

4/5 - Good

Verified traveler

Wrightsville is very pretty but lacks restaurants on the actual beach area. Carolina Beach has a much better beachfront area

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveler

Tower 7 restaurant is right down the street and is delicious. We got up early to watch the sun rise through the glass door to the balcony. What better way to celebrate God’s creation than Watching from a soft sofa in the living room?

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