Brunswick Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
A beautiful #beach to catch the sunrise.
Sunset taken from causeway leading to the beach
This flowery bush in front of our hotel was covered with all sorts of butterflies

Where to stay in Brunswick Islands

Silhoutted Ocean Pier at Sunrise

Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long Beach
Casewell Beach line with Oak Island in the distance

Yaupon Beach

While Yaupon Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse.

Yaupon Beach
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is Rp1.746.735 per night from 16 Feb to 17 Feb
Rp1.746.735
Rp1.969.443 total
16 Feb - 17 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf Club at ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (59 reviews)
The room was smaller than I expected, but we weren’t in it except to sleep! We did find the mattress to be very firm & actually uncomfortable for both of us, but it was just for one night, so it was ok. The ladies at the front desk were kind and very helpful! Conveniently located - we enjoyed dinner ...

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites

2 out of 5
500 Ocean Dr Oak Island NC
Stay at this beach hotel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (83 reviews)
Absolutely wonderful place to stay!

Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026

The Beach House Motel & Suites
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.
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (789 reviews)
The size and accommodations of this stay exceeded my expectations!

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (270 reviews)
Clean room, friendly and helpful staff, cozy lodge atmosphere with the game room, heated pool, and hot tub. We had a great weekend!

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Smoketree Lodge
stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP

2.5 out of 5
1009 Lower Shiloh Way Morrisville NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Morrisville. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Topgolf Durham and Wake Competition ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (149 reviews)
“Everything was excellent. The room was spacious, clean, and comfortable, and the staff were very helpful.”

Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026

stayAPT Suites Raleigh Durham RTP
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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