Island Oaks Travel Guide
Holly Ridge
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Popular places to visit

Surf City Pier
After visiting Surf City Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Sea Turtle Hospital
You can take time to visit Sea Turtle Hospital during your travels to Topsail Beach. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this relaxing area.
Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
Catch an event at Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach during your trip to Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center during your holiday to Holly Ridge.
Ohana Paddle Sports
Take the family on an outing to Ohana Paddle Sports during your trip to Surf City. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Moll Island
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Moll Island during your travels in Holly Ridge.
Things to do

Savor the Sea: Holistic Health Walking Tour in Surf City
Top hotels in Island Oaks

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Booked this facility for a spring weekend. The room did not have functioning AC. The bed was old terrible and floor was dirty. We were moved the second day to an other room but only compensated for a miserable sleepless night, with a coupon for a lunch in their 3 star restaurant, which was out of ..."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
"Very clean room with a nice view of the ocean! Very friendly staff as well! The restaurant on the premises was delicious as well!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
"We will definitely be staying here again on our next trip and highly recommend Tru by Hilton to anyone looking for a perfect getaway!"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
"The elevators smelled horrible. The bath tub needs work. TV placement is a little bit hard to see from some angles. No usb ports for charging devices."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Silver Gull Motel
"The location is perfect with lots to do within walking distance and views of the beach. The staff are very friendly and helpful. The rooms are reasonably priced too, will definitely stay here again 😊"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
"Fabulous stay from the room to the food to the staff, and cleanliness. The breakfast and the breakfast staff were OUTSTANDING! Thank you! The only thing we didn’t like was the pillows! We will be back for sure."
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
