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Dry Dock Inn

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An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights. - Dry Dock Inn (Carolina Beach)
A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing. - Dry Dock Inn (Carolina Beach)
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a blue accent wall, a ceiling fan, and a small desk with a lamp. - Dry Dock Inn (Carolina Beach)
A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small round table with magazines, a white chair, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall. - Dry Dock Inn (Carolina Beach)
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky. - Dry Dock Inn (Carolina Beach)
Located close to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park, Dry Dock Inn provides 8 beach bars, a firepit, and a garden. Free in-room WiFi and an outdoor entertainment area are available to all guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside lamps, and a view of the outdoors through a window.

Comfort Suite with Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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A modern bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and wall art.

Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(37 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a refrigerator, a wooden accent wall, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, a gray wall, and a wooden floor.

King Room with Sofa Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, and a nightstand.

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted artwork, and a radiator.

Premium Queen Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Double Room with Kitchenette

A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, and a wall adorned with framed artwork.

Double Room with Kitchenette

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a red patterned rug, a dining area with stools, and a small side table.

2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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A balcony with two tables and chairs, a hanging flower pot, and a view of a residential area.

2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Located in Carolina Beach, Dry Dock Inn is in the entertainment district and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach State Park and Freeman Park, while Carolina Beach Boardwalk and North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher are popular area attractions. Traveling with kids? Don't miss Tregembo Animal Park. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and scuba diving nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ziplining and horse riding. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
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300 S. Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

  • Beachfront houses with wooden decks and stairs leading to the beach.
    Carolina Beach
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • A colorful street with a blue building labeled 'Krazy Kones' and a sign for 'Fried Dough Cakes'.
    Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A wooden boardwalk through a dense forest with tall trees and undergrowth.
    Carolina Beach State Park
    2 min drive - 0.8 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade
    7 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    36 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min walk
  • Island Burgers And Bites
    8 min walk
  • Crush & Grind
    7 min walk
  • The Sandspur
    2 min walk
  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • 8 beach bars

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle mobile app before check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
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
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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
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 fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Frequently asked questions

Does Dry Dock Inn have a pool?

Yes, this property has 2 outdoor pools. Pool access is from 9 AM–8:00 PM.

Is Dry Dock 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 Dry Dock Inn?

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

What time is check-out at Dry Dock Inn?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee.

Where is Dry Dock Inn located?

This family-friendly Carolina Beach motel is located in the entertainment district, within 1 mi (2 km) of Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park. Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and Freeman Park are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dry Dock Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 584 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 258 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 101 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Hotel was nice and clean and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Will definitely return!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, love the few pool floats that were left for guests to use, can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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8/10 Good

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great little place we enjoyed it for a quick fun stay. It was older but clean and tidy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and close to the beach and lots of attractions and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I really like this place clean rooms, clean bathrooms
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good place. Clean and nice pools and three streets off the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff, clean room. Comfortable stay and the location was perfect to walk to the beach, boardwalk and restaurants / shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room and the staff were very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Abby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great, updated place to stay with easy access to the beach!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alfredo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, and love the location especially for a family with children. They had a outside game area for kids, it was great! The pools needed vacuum a little but nothing too major. Great location and walking distance to so much!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very nice and clean. The staff were very helpful and nice. Only a couple of blocks from the beach. It was quiet and peaceful at night.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
First time staying and will definitely be back to stay again! Comfortable rooms and beds ans plenty of space to spread out with multiple people!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and welcoming inn with two pools and two different game areas. We took advantage of all of it and appreciated the short walk to the lakeside park (with local art market the Saturday we were there) and the boardwalk area. Easy beach access too. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well run and clean property. Very close to the beach and short walk to the boardwalk. Walking distance to many great restaurants. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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6/10 Okay

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean, but very old and rusty. The location was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guillermo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and updated room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, kitchen fully equipped
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
With Walking distance Of Businesses on Carolina beach And the main road featuring Restaurants and bars. Enjoyed our Room which was pleasant and Quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our room was clean and inviting. I liked that you didn't need to keep up with a key card. It was convenient to use the key pad. We enjoyed our location..close to restaurants,shops and the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing location. Staff were amazing and so helpful. Pool was nice and room was clean. Will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Tanisha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very helpful and responded quickly to any questions or concerns that I had. The room was very clean with access to a nice sitting area and pool.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cute updated property! Room was clean and comfortable. Able to walk to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ilkka

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent little motel with a great location. Within a short walking distance from the beach and the boardwalk. Room was clean and comfortable. The staff was friendly and very helpful and gave some good advice on the location and hotel amenities. There were a lot of amenities at the hotel, which i sadly didn't get to use during my short stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just wanted a nice reasonable price hotel room right next to the beach and this was definitely it. The bed was so comfortable. It was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026