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The Starlite Inn

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A wooden gate with a metal handle and a metal pipe, likely for a shower or water feature. - The Starlite Inn (Carolina Beach)
A bedroom with a bed, wooden nightstands, a ceiling fan, and a large rug. - The Starlite Inn (Carolina Beach)
A living room with a blue sofa, orange chairs, a round coffee table, and a surfboard. - The Starlite Inn (Carolina Beach)
A covered porch with green chairs and potted plants, a teal door with the number 18, and white walls with wooden slats. - The Starlite Inn (Carolina Beach)
A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a TV. - The Starlite Inn (Carolina Beach)
Close to Carolina Beach, The Starlite Inn has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a ceiling fan, and a bathroom visible through an open door.

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 23 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, bedside tables, and a rug.

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(37 reviews)
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a window with a view of the outside, and a small plant on the windowsill.

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Queen Beds

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 23 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Downtown, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach, is home to The Starlite Inn. Carolina Beach Arcade and Good Hops Brewing are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Carolina Beach and Wrightsville Beach. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School are also worth visiting. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
Map
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • A colorful street with a blue building labeled 'Krazy Kones' and a sign for 'Fried Dough Cakes'.
    Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Beachfront houses with wooden decks and stairs leading to the beach.
    Carolina Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    35 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    4 min walk
  • Island Burgers And Bites
    5 min walk
  • Crush & Grind
    3 min walk
  • The Sandspur
    2 min walk
  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
    6 min walk

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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

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

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

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

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  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

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

Early check-in subject to availability

Early check-in fee: USD 56.50

Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

Late check-out fee: USD 56.50

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449]

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

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

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

Optional extras

  • Early check-in fee: USD 56.50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 56.50 (subject to availability)

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

Frequently asked questions

Is The Starlite Inn pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

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. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 56.50 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at The Starlite Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 56.50 (subject to availability).

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 SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

The Starlite Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.0

Cleanliness

8.4

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 212 out of 309 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 52 out of 309 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 24 out of 309 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 309 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 309 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable rooms and super attentive and helpful staff!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean and cute, staff was helpful and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location to the beach and the boardwalk area. Walking distance to lots of restaurants. The room was clean, bed was very comfortable and parking was easy. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Alicia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location walking distance to a bunch of restaurants and of course the beach!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and the location is very ideal. Right across from the boardwalk and beach access. We loved seeing the boardwalk light up at night. Will definitely book here again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, can see the boardwalk from room, close walk to all the restaurants and to beach also. Bed was a little to firm and shower a little small but location makes up for any draw backs, I would stay there again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great and the room was cute!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I like how close it is to everything that is happening at Carolina Beach. I didn't like the fact that there is no staff on site, and that it is self check in
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, reasonable and well located. A great stag !
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, clean, and comfortable room convenient to the boardwalk and several very good restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamenia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I stay every time I’m at Carolina Beach, and I love it! 10/10.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Theresa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great. Cleanliness and hospitality were extremely subpar.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay at the Starlight was great! Our room was clean, updated and spacious. There is a microwave, refrigerator, iron and ironing board. A ceiling fan and the air conditioning helped keep the room cool after a hot day at the beach! Convenient to everything in Carolina Beach. You can walk to the beach, the boardwalk, restaurants and entertainment! We would stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great; my wife liked the decor. Walkability to the beach and surrounding things to do were great. Would stay there again. Having off-street parking was great, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Martha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love staying at The Starlite Inn - their location is perfect for getting to the beach, the rooms are lovely and clean, and the staff is always helpful and friendly. We've stayed here multiple years in a row and will come back again!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

SANDRA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy check in and very clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Raheem

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was clean, comfortable, and the location was close to the ocean. Due to the nature of the property, there is no staff present, but you can call if you need assistance. I would recommend that they place a broom and dustpan in each room for use due to beach sand and other debris that enter the room.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Yolanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right across the street from the boardwalk. Nice for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kiara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms very clean ! Perfect location near boardwalk ! Carnival was soo much fun ! All shops and stores are walking distance ! Would recommend and I will be staying again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

April

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Great location, directly across the street from the boardwalk & lots of restaurants. We were able to sit on the front porch and have a perfect view of the fireworks. Cute room & very spacious. Surprisingly quiet inside the room. I did not love the window AC and no electric outlet in the bathroom. For a 2 night stay it was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is my second time staying here and I will be back! Love how close this is to everything and for a very reasonable price. They have cute rooms with everything you need and the staff is very nice. I was able to park on site before check in which is super convenient, so I didn’t have to pay for parking somewhere else
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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8/10 Good

Terence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Starlite Inn. The room was clean, the bed was comfortable, and the location was absolutely amazing. Within walking distance from everything. However, we had some issues with the hot water during our last night. Hopefully they got it resolved prior to the next renter. Overall, it was a great experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Haley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a little trouble getting into the room after hours but it was resolved quickly! Great location, spacious and clean room, would stay here again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Beau Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Starlight is a great spot right down the street from the boardwalk and easy walk down to the beach. The room was clean and very nice and the bed was comfortable. Clean sheets, clean towels and all around clean room. Another nice touch was the bench outside the room, so you could sit outside and enjoy this fresh air anytime. Highly recommend for anyone visiting Carolina Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sabrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and very cute room! I wish there was somewhere on the property for me to put my luggage since the early check-in fee was outrageous, but, other than that, I had a great stay! I would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to stay near the boardwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026