Shell Island, NC
Wrightsville Beach
Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
This picturesque barrier island offers consistent waves for surfers, a vibrant nightlife and a wide range of outdoor activities.
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.
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.
Things to do
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Shell Island Hotel Deals
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Showers barely worked. Censures were down. Restaurant was not open the entire time we were there. Room was not what was showing in pictures. Check in staff was very rude. Location is ok but not walkable to anything. Nowhere to eat over the bridge as every restaurant only seats about 20 ppl.
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Pool was nice
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Comfort Inn University
We stayed here for the first time. For the price, it deserves 4 to 5 stars. Nice staff. Overall clean. Parking lot safe. The hotel has a great position between Wrightsville Beach, USS North Carolina, and downtown. Easy to get to other beaches. Surely, I would come back.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
The stay was nice
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Great hotel very clean and attentive staff. Location on the beach was great. Not alot close by need to use car for restaurants etc.
Reviewed on Apr 11, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Breakfast was good. I had ocean view, room was clean
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Shell Island
Parmele Isle
When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
South End
While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.
