Shell Island Travel Guide

Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Wrightsville Beach featuring general coastal views and a sandy beach as well as a large group of people
Wrightsville Beach which includes a house, a beach and general coastal views
Wrightsville Beach featuring a house, a coastal town and general coastal views
Wrightsville Beach featuring a beach and general coastal views as well as children

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Things to do


Top hotels in Shell Island

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is Rp3.188.052 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp3.188.052
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,544 reviews)
Nice beach view

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.645.885 per night from 1 Apr to 2 Apr
Rp1.645.885
per night
1 Apr - 2 Apr
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,461 reviews)
The reception staff was very nice and helpful. The housekeeping staff requires quite a bit of work. Had to make numerous calls to have the room serviced, and the housekeeping staff left the room unsecured/door open, creating an unsafe environment.

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Sleep Inn

Sleep Inn

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.319.078 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
Rp1.319.078
per night
29 Mar - 30 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,064 reviews)
Rooms are always clean.

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Sleep Inn
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.427.370 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
Rp1.427.370
per night
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (215 reviews)
Room was fine and clean. Walls are paper thin - could hear the next room’s alarm clock and a guy yawn. Mattress was very hard and springs squeaked when I rolled over. I heard everyone leave and let their heavy doors shut starting at 4:30am.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.261.375 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
Rp1.261.375
per night
8 Mar - 9 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,269 reviews)
Very clean and comfortable

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Comfort Inn University
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
The price is Rp2.513.332 per night from 4 Mar to 5 Mar
Rp2.513.332
per night
4 Mar - 5 Mar
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
The suite was huge! The staff from the lady who brought us extra towels to the gentleman who makes the best omelets, at breakfast ($22.00 per) were exceptional. First class resort!

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Shell Island

Aerial view over Wrightsville Beach in Wilmington North Carolina

Parmele Isle

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach.

Parmele Isle
Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina. Sunset on the south end.

South Harbor Island

When in South Harbor Island, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

South Harbor Island
Sunset at the south end of Wrightsville beach

South End

If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.

South End


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