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Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 9-minute walk to Carolina Beach

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Lunch and dinner served
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Lunch and dinner served
Lunch and dinner served
Pirates Cove offers a genuine beachside retreat with an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy practical amenities like free self parking, in-room WiFi, and laundry facilities. The on-site restaurant serves satisfying meals that guests consistently appreciate.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Deluxe Room | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly) | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Map
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

Hotel near Carolina Beach
Carolina Beach Boardwalk is located near Pirates Cove, which provides laundry facilities, a bar, and a restaurant. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • An outdoor pool
  • Free self parking
  • Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
Room features
All 58 rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi.
More amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lazy Pirate

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 25 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef Motel
Drifters Reef Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef
Drifters Reef Hotel Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel
Drifters Reef Hotel
Pirates Cove Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

Does Pirates Cove have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Pirates Cove pet-friendly?

Yes, Pirates Cove allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Pirates Cove?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Pirates Cove?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Pirates Cove?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Pirates Cove located?

Situated near the beach, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach. Carolina Beach Arcade and Federal Point History Center are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Pirates Cove Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

8.4

Staff & service

7.4

Eco-friendliness

7.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 186 out of 478 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 128 out of 478 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 81 out of 478 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 46 out of 478 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 478 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic place the staff were Fantastic and very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Look amazing, pool, around area..
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Crystal

Liked: Amenities
Staff was amazing and room was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

My Corner

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and property
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amy is great. very accommodating, very friendly and a hard worker.. I will be back to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I really enjoyed my stay. Its 5 mins away from beach and boardwalk. Its a friendly place. I will visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
We could get the things we needed towels ice bucket
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

melissa

Clean. Very friendly staff
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Restaurant right next door with room discount
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Glenn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
No real issues with the hotel as far as a place to stay, but I was hoping to get more work done while there but the wi-fi wasn't good. I'd say if you are on a working vacation (as I was trying to do), it might not be the best place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff is kind and very accommodating. The room is clean. Location is good walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bobby

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

4/10 Poor

Robert

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
They say they are pet friendly but then charge for your tiny dog to stay. They told me ahead of time it was going to $30 then charged us $35 when we got there. With the pet fee and other additional fees, the total price of the room was well over what a nice clean house with no pet fee would have been. The place was filthy and run down too. Tiles had come up off the floor, and the floors were so filthy when I took my shoes off, my feet turned black from walking on the floor. I don’t think the floor had ever been mopped. Disgusting! Won’t ever stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The fact that it’s right next door to The Lazy Pirate is convenient but can be a problem bc parking for the motel is tough to find bc diners of the restaurant take stops from the motel. Also it can get noisy at night. Room was great and we enjoyed the pool area. Couldn’t find a hair dryer but no big deal, just bring one with ya, more towels put in the rooms would be great. Walkable to plenty of restaurants and other things.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Heidi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
My family and I had a great time! Employees were all very friendly and kind. One of the employees even came out to the pool to give my 5 yr old granddaughter an ice cream bar she surely enjoyed! Loved the pool and the restaurant on site as well as very close to all the attractions. Thanks for a great stay! I’m sure will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location with short drives to museums and the aquarium. Fair price and clean room. Planning our next visit with our fur babies this time.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Audra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There is a restaurant/bar on site with lots of entertainment. Small dog park behind the building. Close to the beach and shopping. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Tamara A

Liked: Amenities
The staff was awesome. The name is the catcher. Need to work on maintenance in the rooms. TV didn't work and the bathroom shelf fell down .
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice place and great location. Water pressure in the shower was not good at all. Other than that it was good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

Alejandro

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room door was unsecured, door was not completely shut. There was no towels or washcloths, we had to wait over 20 minutes at the front desk for items. Bathroom door is uneven and does not shut all the way. One of the female staff was very friendly and helpful while night shift was completely rude. Multiple guests smoking weed outside their rooms. This was not a very good experience.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Definitely the best bang for your buck! If you’re looking for the Hilton this is not it. But if you want a quick and economical stay this is it. Everything and anything you would want to do is within walking distance. Nice get away for a weekend with the wife/ husband with out kids
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Robert

Can walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Room was good except the main light in the room didn’t hardly work and wasn’t bright at all. Everything else worked as it should. Didn’t have wash cloths at first but asked the front desk and they provided them with no issue
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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