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The Starlite Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Carolina Beach

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Close to Carolina Beach, The Starlite Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Wardrobe or closet
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Starlite Inn

Hotel near Carolina Beach
Near Carolina Beach Boardwalk, The Starlite Inn provides everything you need. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at The Starlite Inn feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Wardrobes/closets, mini fridges, and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50 per pet, per night
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

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

The Starlite Inn Hotel
The Starlite Inn Carolina Beach
The Starlite Inn Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is The Starlite Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 50 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at The Starlite Inn?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at The Starlite Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at The Starlite Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Starlite Inn located?

Located in Downtown, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach Arcade, Carolina Beach, and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Lake Park and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Starlite Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 202 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 34 out of 202 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 20 out of 202 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 202 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 202 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
This is my second time staying here and I love it so much. The location is prime, and the rooms are cozy and updated.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very nice and clean. Check in was very easy. I will definitely stay there again and recommend to others.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laci

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Easy and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet place, with everything in walking distance 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, nice remodeled rooms. Easy check in and communication with staff. No traditional front desk, but there was usually someone there during the day for anything we might need. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming, simple hotel, right next to the boardwalk area and the beach. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Do not do reviews
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is not fancy, but it is clean, safe, and in a very convenient location to the boardwalk.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property with clean, well-designed rooms - the mid-century modern style is gorgeous. And the location can't be beat at Carolina Beach, only a block from the carnival rides and the boardwalk. A bonus feature that I didn't know I'd like but which I did: the rooms are extremely quiet, and even on a rowdy August at the beach Saturday night, the deliciously arctic air-conditioning and sound-proofing let me sleep with hardly any interruption. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

The property has been recently renovated. Great location in the middle of the boardwalk. Staff is extremely helpful and polite. We have already booked our next trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The Starlight Inn is a nostalgic motel that is a quick, easy walk to the beach. It has off street parking up front, and easy access to dining and basic shopping, all within walking distance. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is our go to spot. Clean and convenient! Our only wish is that the rooms had a microwave 🙂
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Had a great one night stay , only issue was unit 4 had a slow shower drain , when showering . Other than that everything else was great ! Walking distance to beach and restaurants . An ice machine would be a great add to the stay . I would stay there again : )
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

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

Great location with a nice beach vibe

A true place on the beach that felt like an authentic old school motel. Fun colors, great location, cute rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a really cute property, I loved the towels the most. They were better quality towels than most “5 star” hotels. It was inviting and I loved how close it is to the beach. I was only there overnight, and during off season, but I’ve definitely decided I’m coming back again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little beach hotel, the rooms were good size and clean! We enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming hotel in an excellent, walkable location!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

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

Perfect little place

Very comfortable, cute decor and in a perfect location to beach and night life
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald L

Liked: Staff & service
Facility is old but has been upgraded with average quality job. Bed is very uncomfortable and didn't know we would have to be walking up stairs to out room. Staff was friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Updated to king size bed which was under comfortable. Stayed during off peak
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Kevin

Disliked: Room comfort
There were roaches
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay! Showers are a little weird but they work and clean you off none the less!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really enjoyed our stay at The Starliite Inn. We will stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

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