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Our top choices for Shell Island hotels

A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

1. Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,810 reviews)
"We love staying at Shell Island resort. Comfortable rooms. Great place to stay in the off season with kids - if there is bad weather, there is an indoor pool to swim!"
United States
Chelsea
The price is P8,215
P10,987 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

2. Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean, wonderful location and beach!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is P7,515
P10,651 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with lights.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
3.3 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is P6,741
P7,617 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 13 - Dec 14
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard stand, and a white fence.

4. Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
1.2 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Clean great staff beautiful view"
United States
christina
The price is P8,852
P10,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 3 - Dec 4
Silver Gull Motel
A beach with rows of orange umbrellas and white chairs.

5. Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
2.6 km from Shell Island
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (387 reviews)
"Staff was awesome"
United States
Brian
The price is P11,399
P16,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
A hotel lobby with a large wooden conference table surrounded by green and blue patterned chairs, a chandelier, and a green-themed backdrop with a television.

6. SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
William
The price is P6,252
P7,064 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A rooftop lounge with a view of the cityscape, featuring a blue sofa set, fire pits, and string lights.

7. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
15.6 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,142 reviews)
"Loved everything about our stay"
United States
Ashlee
The price is P8,303
P9,383 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

8. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End, 4 km from Shell Island
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (698 reviews)
"Great location very clean We have stayed there 4/5 times and always have a great time"
United States
David
The price is P8,215
P10,722 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Surf Suites
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

9. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
4.3 km from Shell Island
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (796 reviews)
"Great staff clean facilities."
United States
philip
The price is P6,475
P7,317 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

10. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
9 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Dani
The price is P5,521
P6,239 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

11. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"great place to stay clean had a kitchen so you could make food if you don't want to go out real fridge dishwasher they even have dishes and pots and pans altogether nice place"
United States
ML
The price is P6,218
P7,027 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
A modern kitchen with a large sliding glass door leading to an outdoor area.

12. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
8.2 km from Shell Island
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,637 reviews)
"Very nice place to stay,clean,organized i'd stay there when i'm back to wilmington"
United States
Ivana
The price is P4,712
P5,324 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 24 - Nov 25
Comfort Inn University
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

13. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
2.5 star property
7.9 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"The check-in person was great, it was midnight before we got there and he got us checked in right away. The room was great."
United States
Jim
The price is P5,483
P6,196 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 5 - Dec 6
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
An outdoor seating area with sofas, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

14. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
15.4 km from Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,733 reviews)
"Loved the location with so many things to do walking, or 5mins drive, and bed was super comfortable"
United States
Humberto J
The price is P7,572
P8,556 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
An indoor swimming pool with a view of outdoor seating and umbrellas.

15. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
9.2 km from Shell Island
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (620 reviews)
"Recently remodeled, nicely done, great rooms."
United States
Rodger
The price is P6,442
P7,279 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

16. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
3.0 star property
4.3 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (405 reviews)
"It was very clean, staff were very polite. Breakfast was good and the hotel is in great location with a lot store and restaurant near by. Close to the beach easy to get around and to the airport."
United States
Maria
The price is P6,988
P7,896 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

17. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
14 km from Shell Island
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"We had a great stay! The beds were comfortable and the front desk staff was so kind!"
United States
Bianca
The price is P5,961
P6,736 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden accents, and hanging pendant lights.

18. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
8.4 km from Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff was very helpful"
United States
jeremy
The price is P8,597
P9,715 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

19. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Element by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
4.5 km from Shell Island
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is P7,775
P8,785 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Element by Marriott Wilmington
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.

20. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
23.5 km from Shell Island
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Super clean hotel!"
United States
Joseph
The price is P5,363
P6,060 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
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Compare popular hotels in Shell Island

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
8.2
Very good
1,810 reviews
View
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,001 reviews
View
A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard stand, and a white fence.
Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.
Surf Suites
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
698 reviews
View
A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with lights.
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Shell Island

Find the best Shell Island areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A beach with a wooden fence, tall grass, and waves crashing onto the shore.

South End

While visiting South End, you might make a stop by sights like Wrightsville Beach and South End Surf Shop.

An aerial view of a coastal town with a beach, a pier, and a river.

South Harbor Island

While South Harbor Island isn't home to many top sights, Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP are some notable places to visit nearby.

A coastal cityscape with a large body of water, green patches, and a sunset.

Parmele Isle

When in Parmele Isle, you can plan a visit to Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shell Island like?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Wrightsville Beach's Shell Island neighborhood. Consider a visit to Wrightsville Beach as part of your Shell Island travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Shell Island?

Based on our traveler data, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is one of the top choices for your stay in Shell Island. This resort is a short 1-minute walk from Wrightsville Beach, and it offers 2 bars and a restaurant.

How many hotels are there in the Shell Island area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Wrightsville Beach, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 110 Shell Island hotels and other accommodations to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Shell Island, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to get top deals in Shell Island.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Shell Island?

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What are the top things to see and do in Shell Island?

Wrightsville Beach is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in Shell Island. While you're out sightseeing, Wrightsville SUP and Wrightsville Beach Museum of History are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wrightsville Beach.