Best Hotels in Carolina Beach

Golden Sands is a 113-room beachfront motel located right on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. Rooms come equipped with coffee makers, microwave ovens and minifridges, and every single room has a balcony with ocean views. While the rooms are a bit outdated, according to recent guests, many appreciated that the accommodations are clean and had ocean views. The Ocean Grill Restaurant has a covered deck, and the Tiki Bar, located on the private pier, serves drinks throughout the day. In addition to being just steps from the sand, the property also has a fitness center, an indoor and outdoor pool and its own private pier.

The Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront hotel is nestled right on the shores of the Atlantic Ocean along the Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach, North Carolina. The recently renovated property’s guest rooms and suites have, minifridges, coffee makers and shower and tub combo. Suites have more space, along with sofas and dining room tables. In-room media includes complimentary Wi-Fi, a flat-screen TV and premium cable and movie channels. All oceanfront rooms have balconies or patios, so be sure to request one. The Bistro, the hotel’s restaurant, serves breakfast and dinner daily, and there’s also a Starbucks. Additional on-site amenities include a fitness center and an indoor and an outdoor pool. The hotel is also close to many restaurants, shops and local attractions on the boardwalk.  Keep in mind, because this property belongs to the Marriott brand, Marriott Rewards members can accrue and redeem points by staying here.