North Carolina’s Best Beaches near our Wilmington Hotel

Some of the best beaches in North Carolina are only minutes away:

Wrightsville Beach

The nearest beach to our Wilmington downtown hotel is about the best. Just 10 miles away, Wrightsville Beach is a perfect destination for weekend escapes and family fun. Wrightsville has lots to look at and do but the beach is one of the best. Renting a boat for relaxing on the water, surfing and swimming are easily available. Wind surfing, jet skiing, kayaking and parasailing are some more options.

Getting there: Take Market St. to US-74; follow the signs.

Carolina Beach

The northern beach of Pleasure Island, Carolina Beach is only 15 miles from the Riverview Suites Wilmington, NC lodging. Stroll the boardwalk for boutique shopping and delectable dining. Drop a line for some fishing off the pier or brave the surf, camp out in a canoe, scuba dive, surf or sail. You’re bound to find some fun no matter your choice. Explore the area with this visitor map.

Getting there: Go south on US-421; take a slight right toward Carolina Beach Rd/US-421.

Kure Beach

Kure Beach stretches a few miles south of Carolina Beach on southern Pleasure Island. Perfect for beachfront getaways in North Carolina, little crowding and an unhurried atmosphere wait. Wrought with restaurants, aside from the beach itself, the popular attraction is the Fishing Pier, the oldest on the Atlantic Coast.

Getting there: Head toward Carolina Beach but drive a few miles further on US-421.

For accommodations minutes from the best beaches in North Carolina, choose the best of luxury hotels in Wilmington, NC, Riverview Suites at Water Street Center. Take advantage of additional savings for your next North Carolina vacation.