Shell Island Travel Guide
Wrightsville Beach
Popular places to visit
Wrightsville Beach
4/5(1 review)
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 visit 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
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Rp338.340
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Rp338.340
per adult
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Rp408.048
per adult
Top hotels in Shell Island
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is Rp3.542.636 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp3.542.636
per night
7 May - 8 May
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,563 reviews)
Fantastic ocean beach view from the balcony! Could see Wilmington buildings a few miles to the South. Shell Island Resort is at the end of the beach road! Walk the beach 1.5 miles northward the the ocean "river" flowing into the salt water marsh...Amazing!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp2.661.456 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
Rp2.661.456
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
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! (1,534 reviews)
The room was nice and clean. Everyone was nice. The hotel could use some updating though. The bathroom door and walls were peeling and room for breakfast was really small. We couldn’t even eat in there when it was crowded. But the rooms were decent.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
4721 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.640.254 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
Rp1.640.254
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (71 reviews)
The elevator was broken. Had to take stairs from 4th floor for 2 days. Keurig coffee machine broken in room and they couldn’t replace it so they wanted us to change rooms for a working keurig. The room was not cleaned on second day. House keeping was absent. Front desk was not occupied. Horrible ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Comfort Inn University
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.677.129 per night from 10 May to 11 May
Rp1.677.129
per night
10 May - 11 May
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! (1,365 reviews)
Clean room, friendly staff, smooth checking in/out process, great location, affordable
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp2.055.101 per night from 25 May to 26 May
Rp2.055.101
per night
25 May - 26 May
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 ...
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
The price is Rp3.026.556 per night from 7 May to 8 May
Rp3.026.556
per night
7 May - 8 May
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,163 reviews)
Clean room and nice set up with decor. They were doing painting and renovations to the pool which was properly noted on the website. Close to shops and restaurants. Quiet hotel for a nice getaway.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
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.
Other neighbourhoods around Shell Island
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.
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 End
If you're spending some time in South End, Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop are top sights worth seeing.
