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Carolina Beach Inn

2.0 star property
Travelers stroll through the garden or lounge on the sun-kissed terrace at this laid-back retreat with convenient access to beach activities

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Carolina Beach Inn sits just steps from the Boardwalk, offering a peaceful coastal getaway. Guests wander through the garden, relax on the sunny terrace, and benefit from beach towels provided by the helpful staff.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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View all photos for Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Junior Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • 16 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Deluxe Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed (Queen Room)

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed (Queen Room) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed (Queen Room)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
Pillowtop bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking, Balcony

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton linens
Ceiling fan
  • 18 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Suite with Full Kitchen)

Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking, Kitchen (King Suite with Full Kitchen)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 56 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite)

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite) | Egyptian cotton sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds

Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen | Living area | 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV, streaming services

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking, Kitchen

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Yard
Deck/patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Refrigerator
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
205 Harper Ave, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Carolina Beach Inn

Motel near Carolina Beach
Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park, Carolina Beach Inn provides a terrace and a garden. Stay connected with free WiFi in public areas.
Other perks include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • Beach towels, beach umbrellas, and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms are individually decorated, and have comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, in addition to thoughtful touches like free bottled water.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Heating and ceiling fans
  • Egyptian cotton sheets and pillowtop mattresses
  • Bathrooms with hydromassage showers and free toiletries
  • 42-inch flat-screen TVs with streaming services and cable channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, eco-friendly cleaning products, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Private picnics

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Proposal/romance packages

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 steps to reach entrance
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1949
  • Colonial architecture
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Hydromassage showerhead
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Entertainment

  • 42-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Free bottled water
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Portable fan

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 35
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 4 percent for credit card payments
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 45 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Food and water bowls are available

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

  • Pet fee: USD 45 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 35 (subject to availability)
  • Service fee: 4 percent
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 4 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

Property is also known as

Carolina Beach Inn
Carolina Beach Inn Motel
Carolina Beach Inn Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Inn Motel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Carolina Beach Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Carolina Beach Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 45 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Carolina Beach Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 35 (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Carolina Beach Inn?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for USD 35 (subject to availability).

Where is Carolina Beach Inn located?

Located in Downtown, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach State Park and Carolina Beach Fishing Pier are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Reviews

Carolina Beach Inn Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 261 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 17 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 389 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, pet friendly, excellent staff, close to everything. A+++
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room for a one night stay. The self check-in and out was new but great too.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The inn is located in an ideal location that is walkable to the beach, restaurants and entertainment. The inn and rooms are very clean and provide amenities needed. Great experience and will definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roderick

Everything was nice and quiet the location was good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing area. Safe, walkable, responsive, they even have beach accessories for guests. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nolasco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place ! Cant wait to go back.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great pet friendly place, has an unfenced area in the back for the dogs to run and do their business. Everything in the room was very comfortable only thing is the showers are small but as a tall guy you’re already used to that. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Some things older but super clean and well taken care of. Friendly staff - we loved it. Prefect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Daphne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Fine
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Good place for the price
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable, Clean, and Conveniently close to beach! Everything needed was provided. I stayed in Jr room. A little small but comfy. I would only recommend one thing…..A full length mirror! As a lady I like to have one while getting dressed to go out. Just a small one on back of closet door would do! Thanks for the great hospitality! Shannon Price
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Tamarcus

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. The rooms are a bit small, but love the short walk to the boardwalk and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the inn. We love how close it was to eating establishments and the beach/ boardwalk. Really liked that this place allows pets. Will definitely stay here again. Loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
It was a nice stay. Don’t expect the royal treatment because there is none. The room was really small but nice for just sleeping. The noise can be really annoying because the walls are not soundproof. Needs a lot of updating.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Penny S

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very quiet and clean… 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Small room but great price
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joe

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was small, but very clean! Our dog loved the patio as did my wife & I. We had coffee every morning (provided by hotel staff). Beach was literally 5 min walk from hotel. Loved our stay and will come again!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Carolina Beach Inn

My only concern is the lack of comfortable mattress. For me, it was like sleeping on concrete. I woke up every couple of hours in pain. The room was the perfect size for a short stay for two people and was very clean and quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juanita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place! Really nice and clean can literally see boardwalk from the front porch. Going back in two weeks staying in same apartment.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

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

Carolina Beach Inn YES!

A perfect location to enjoy a few days at Carolina Beach. The room was exactly as described, communication great. Dog friendly. Everything you need to enjoy!
Living room & dining area
King Bed, very comfortable
Outside of the Inn
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Erica

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean. a few things were not completely correct. there was no pool on the property and was advertised when i booked as having a pool and around 6am one morning in one of the rooms by us sounded as if they were moving furniture around. which was very loud.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Alex

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
States there is a pool, but there is not one.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Robin

No sheets for the pull out couch bed. No one to ask about this. I will never use this property again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay . Holly was super nice with a " old age" person trying to learn how to use TV . Lol Definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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