Located on the beach, Oceaneer is in Wilmington Beach, a neighborhood in Carolina Beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach State Park, while Ocean Front Park and Federal Point History Center are cultural highlights. Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade are also worth visiting. With surf lessons and swimming nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water. Visit our Carolina Beach travel guide
1621 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
What's nearby
Carolina Beach
2 min walk - 0.2 km
Kure Beach
14 min walk - 1.2 km
Kure Beach Pier
3 min drive - 2.6 km
Carolina Beach Boardwalk
3 min drive - 2.6 km
Ocean Front Park
2 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's
4 min drive
Island Burgers And Bites
4 min drive
Nollie's Taco Joint
4 min drive
The Sandspur
3 min drive
Crush & Grind
4 min drive
About this property
Oceaneer
Hotel near Carolina Beach
Consider a stay at Oceaneer and take advantage of a firepit, a garden, and a gym. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers and pool umbrellas
Free self parking
Smoke-free premises, a vending machine, and a water dispenser
Outdoor furniture, bicycle parking, and luggage storage
Room features
All guestrooms at Oceaneer include comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and sound-insulated walls.
In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Things to do
Gym
Seasonal outdoor pool
Family friendly
Fenced pool
Pool gate
Seasonal outdoor pool
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
Guidebooks
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Vending machine
Water dispenser
Guest services
Housekeeping (on request)
Outdoors
Firepit
Garden
On the beach
Outdoor furniture
Pool loungers
Pool umbrellas
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20
Check-out
Check-out before 11:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Openkey mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours), smart lock
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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:
Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
Resort fee (May 01 - October 31): USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
Beach access
Beach towels
Bicycle storage
Fitness center access
In-room coffee
Nearby fitness center access
Pool access
We have included all charges provided to us by the property.
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, debit cards, and cash
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April 01 to October 31
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
Property is also known as
Oceaneer Hotel
Oceaneer Carolina Beach
Oceaneer Hotel Carolina Beach
Frequently asked questions
Does Oceaneer have a pool?
Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM–9:00 PM.
Is Oceaneer pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Oceaneer?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Oceaneer?
Check-out is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Oceaneer located?
Nestled on the beach, this Wilmington Beach hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Kure Beach. Ocean Front Park and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).
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Reviews
Oceaneer Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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The hotel was exactly what I needed for a solo, relaxing trip on Christmas Day. It was clean and gave luxury but affordable vibes. The staff was very nice and accommodating as well. I give it a 10/10.
The renovation on this hotel is awesome. The rooms are spacious and the vibe is beachy chic. Beach access is steps away and there are plenty of spots to enjoy the view.
This place is nicely renovated and we loved the pool and outdoor fire pits. Love the rooms decorated really nice. Bedding was comfortable. We came in October.
Lisa
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
10/10 Excellent
Sally
Nov 12, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Lovely updated boutique beachfront hotel. We enjoyed the nice amenities, fluffy towels and well done room decor. It’s off season so the staff was not as available but we had a great time. Can’t wait to use the new pool too. Thanks again. We look forward to returning.
This is a wonderful place!! We stayed 4 nights. It was so clean, bed was very comfortable, friendly staff and a nice pool. I have to say the manager was so friendly and she was working so hard right along with her staff. Will definitely stay here again
A uniquely remodeled hotel just steps away from the beach! Our double queen deluxe room was very comfortable and clean. Absolutely love the remodel choices and decor! Pool is nice too! Highly recommend!
This is a lovely hotel and I highly recommend it! There is no elevator so that may be a drawback to some but not for us. The hotel is very clean and well decorated. Who doesn’t love Pottery Barn towels! Staff is friendly and the location is unbeatable. If you’re looking for a unique amazing stay in Carolina Beach, be sure to stay at the Oceaneer.
Jon
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
10/10 Excellent
Stacy
Jul 27, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very attractive & clean beachfront hotel. Rooms do not face the ocean but you can see it & it’s literally just over the dune. Staff is friendly, pool is beautiful.
We loved our stay here. The renovation back to Mid-Century Modern vibe and decor is excellent. Nice size refrigerator, good quality linens, and Keurig coffee maker among in-room amenities. Staff is responsive and professional. Can't wait to go back!
Looked like it had just had a remodeling. Beautiful rooms. Very clean. Great pool and beach area. Only downside is there isn’t an elevator. But amenities and decor were great!
A pleasant family-type hotel; reasonably priced and right on the beach. The rooms appear to have been renovated recently and far nicer than what you typically get in hotels of this type. There is no elevator and access to rooms is external. So you will need to request a room on the first floor if access is an issue.
Sweet little boutique hotel recently renovated with lots of high-end touches, pool, and direct beach access. No breakfast available, but a killer barista-quality coffee maker in the lobby when the lobby is open. Would suggest that maybe the coffee machine be put in a card access area for early risers seeking caffeine!! Outside of that...no complaints, and would highly recommend this lovely hotel!
The facility recently opened after an extensive renovation. Excellent in every way! I’ve never stayed directly on oceanfront and I’ll never do otherwise. The price was great! Very nice staff. Very impressed. Great location in a quieter area. No problems to drive and park for dinner. No parking fees charged after 8 pm.
I loved the retro yet updated vibe of this newly renovated hotel. Classic, upscale elements - no kitsch. I stayed in a beautiful king room that had the shortest walk I have ever had to the beach - even for a beach front property. The pool has been refurbished and is amazingly clean. The pool area has white lounge chairs and blue and white beach towels are provided. It's a small hotel but I totally enjoyed not struggling to find a parking space or waiting for the elevator. This place screams boutique (fitness area and coffee bar in the lobby) and I will definitely be coming back to the Oceaneer!
Our stay at the Oceaneer was fantastic. We only came for one night but it was so convenient and close to the beach. We have a car and the parking was easy, but it is a little farther from the boardwalk/shops and such where you have to pay for parking so I would recommend staying closer to the boardwalk if you want to avoid paying for parking everywhere. They do have bikes at the front but it was wayyyy too hot for that. Beautiful, clean, perfectly renovated hotel. The pool is so relaxing and lots of chairs to lay out. I will be coming back here next time!!
Loved all the the new updates to the hotel. Very chic, beautiful and comfortable rooms. The location was great and the access to the beach and pool was amazing. Just a couple of notes that would have made our stay excellent: We got back one night around 11pm and there was no parking for us. The front office was locked and noone was working. There were 3 cars that did not have a visible parking pass. With it being advertised as parking is included, they should ensure there are enough spots for their customers. Other than that, we also never had room service come by our room during our stay. But everything else was great!
Absolutely beautiful hotel, has been completely remodeled. Beds, sheets and pillows are soft. The showers are nice size, plenty of drawer space, hangers provided. No microwave though. Great smelling and full size shampoo, conditioner and soap provided. They have quiet time from 10p-7a, everyone respects it. Walk straight on to the beach. The pool is amazing, salt water filter, they clean the pool daily. The staff is very nice and helpful. We really enjoyed our stay.
Only 2 cons to the hotel.
1st no elevator for the top floors but that wouldnt keep me from staying again. We actually booked for next yr already.
2nd is the pool closes at 8pm. If you are on the beach, shopping or fishing, most likely you dont get a chance to enjoy the pool. But not a deal breaker for us.