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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

2.5 star property
On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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On the beach, beach bar
Outdoor dining
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM, sun loungers
2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Point of interest
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers a beach bar, on-site shopping, and outdoor entertainment near Kure Beach Pier. Dine at Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, use in-room WiFi, and enjoy luggage storage. The beach experience is right at your doorstep.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Gym
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
Beach

On the beach

This hotel is located on the beach. Head outdoors and bask in the sun on the sandy beach. Experience the magic of beachfront dining with a memorable meal at the restaurant. Relax and treat yourself to a refreshing beverage at the beach bar.

Exterior
View from property
What guests liked about the beach

The property's beach location was a highlight, with many guests praising the convenient access and beautiful views.

Room options

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Room, Pool View (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Pool View (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room, Oceanfront (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, Oceanfront (1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed w/Twin bunk)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Partial Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower, View)

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower, View) | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility, Roll-In Shower, View)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Pool View

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Microwave
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Hotel near Carolina Beach
Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach Pier, Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton provides a beach bar, a terrace, and shopping on site. This hotel is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and beachfront dining. Be sure to enjoy a meal at Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar, the on-site restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as an outdoor entertainment area and a bar.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), multilingual staff, and smoke-free premises
  • 1 meeting room, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • Guest reviews say great things the dining options, beach locale, and helpful staff
Room features
All 116 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, in addition to perks like free WiFi and separate sitting areas. Guest reviews speak positively of the clean rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 55-inch TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available for a fee
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar
  • Tiki Bar

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Conveniences

  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator (46 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (34 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - midnight
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 12 to April 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to November 01
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Carolina Beach
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–8:00 PM. The pool is closed seasonally each year from February 12 to April 15.

Is Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wilmington Beach hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Carolina Beach, Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and Kure Beach. Carolina Beach State Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 284 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1228 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1228 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the on sight restaurant and tiki bar
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
On site restaurant. Parking was super easy. Room was clean, great view of the ocean and beds comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with beautiful beach and restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love the area behind the hotel for ping pong and other games. Very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Nice views from the suites
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nawar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff are great
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beach is amazing.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a nice stay. It is a plus that they have a restaurant and bar at the property. Room is clean and spacious and the staff is super friendly and helpful. It is near the boardwalk with plenty of things to do. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, great location, nice front desk staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gicela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and clean, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff and the place was wonderful!!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jaclyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The assistant manager Nicole was the reason I would come back. She really cared about us being happy and did all she could to do so. Facility was convenient and had perfect beach access.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed at this property for two nights. Enjoyed the location and beach access. Staff was very friendly and rooms are cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was wonderful, easy walk to the beach and the Tiki bar.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Drew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything about our stay. Friendly staff, comfy bed, awesome beach access. A wonderful experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was updated and clean and being right on the beach is awesome! The staff was super friendly and welcoming. We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Place to Stay

Wonderful staff, room, view, food, and very responsive to our requests
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ease to beach or pool and Resturant
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everyone was friendly, the hotel was very clean!
Our view!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tomas

Liked: Amenities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

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