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Silver Gull Motel

2.0 star property
Beach hotel in Wrightsville Beach with free parking

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The Silver Gull Motel sits oceanside, offering a genuine coastal retreat. Guests connect easily with in-room WiFi and appreciate the convenience of on-site laundry facilities. Previous visitors consistently mention the staff's helpfulness as a highlight of their stay.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Room options

View all photos for Full Size

Full Size | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Full Size

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(154 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Full Size Adjoining Ocean Front

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Shower/tub combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Map
20 E. Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480

What's nearby

  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Aussie Island Surf Shop - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 9 min drive - 5.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Jerry Allen's Sports Bar - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Poe's Tavern - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Silver Gull Motel

Hotel near Wrightsville Beach
Silver Gull Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a TV in the lobby
  • An elevator and a water dispenser
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Silver Gull Motel feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Balconies, kitchens, and refrigerators

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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

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
All guests planning to arrive after 11 PM must contact the property before 10 PM to receive check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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, debit cards, and cash
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Silver Gull Motel WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Silver Gull Motel
Silver Gull WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Silver Gull
Silver Gull Hotel Wrightsville Beach
Silver Gull Motel Hotel
Silver Gull Motel Wrightsville Beach
Silver Gull Motel Hotel Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is Silver Gull Motel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Silver Gull Motel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Silver Gull Motel?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Silver Gull Motel?

Check-out is at 11 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Silver Gull Motel located?

Nestled on the beach, this Wrightsville Beach hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville Beach. Wrightsville SUP and Aussie Island Surf Shop are also within 15 minutes.

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Silver Gull Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 632 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 272 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1001 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Aaron

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fredy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked everything about that hotel, I recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Shannon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The location is great. It is a very run down motel and smells a bit like smoke in areas due to staff and guests smoking in the parking garage. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

From check in to check out the staff was fantastic!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Allowed to check in a little early and provided a lovely room with ocean view. The person provided some very good information about local dining options and things to do. Grateful for this person!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will stay again
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Adriene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It was extremely convenient, great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was friendly and easy stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Terry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great people watching and ocean front walk way.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nallie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love that it’s beach access and beautiful view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel

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

Right by the beach

Great location. The room was spacious and had a kitchenette. It was just what we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Livia

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Location is perfect

Cute little ocean front motel. I was attending a conference nearby at another oceanfront hotel and it was lovely to be able to walk along the beach each morning and evening as my “commute.”
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Amenities
Clean rooms, friendly and accommodating staff(we left clothes hanging in the room on checkout), they called as soon as it was noticed and are mailing our belongings. The location is perfect, just steps to the beach. We will be returning!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff and property. The room had great amenities available for use. Very clean and well stocked. Right on the fishing pier and on the shore, you cannot beat it for the price.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and convenient location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, spotless and comfortable. The balcony was a perfect little spot to experience the sound of the waves and see the ocean, while being at the room. The beach access was literally a two minute walk from room to water. This was the perfect getaway for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

melinda

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The walls were really good at keeping the the sounds outside of the hotel out of my room. Parking was convenient but there should be a warning that parking was only for small cars.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location!!!! Clean Big Space Room !!! I’ll be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchenette was nice, large room, and a great spot for beach going!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. Great location to everything and convenience to many good food options. Everything was spot on with space and cleanliness. Only contrictive feedback, beds aren't the most confortable. Staff were very friendly and we loved being able to walk out to the beach from our floor. Highly recommend! We'll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved being right at the beach!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

patricia

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

Relaxing REAL beach town with great surf vibe

So relaxing,and great helpful staff! Comfortable, clean, easy parking. SUPERB!!!! Great town with friendly intelligent locals.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jarem

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great service & near the beach
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

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