Oak Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Oak Island
Oak Island
Photo by Brenda Barbee
Photo by Brenda Barbee
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Photo by Amanda Dias
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Photo by Paula Branco

Where to stay in Oak Island

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Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ocean Crest Pier and Caswell Beach.

Long Beach
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Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Caswell Beach
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Yaupon Beach

While Yaupon Beach may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse.

Yaupon Beach
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Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to Ocean Crest Pier and Oak Island Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Tranquil Harbour
Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

2.5 out of 5
6401 Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$131 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$131
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (293 reviews)
"I love staying here every year with my family. Our kids love the pool and we love the grills and picnic tables right outside and how you can walk to the beach and other places"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Captain's Cove Motel
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr, Oak Island, NC
The price is AU$181 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
AU$181
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (47 reviews)
"Still a great place to stay. I stayed there years ago and this was our first time back. It’s still a great place. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Motel has been remodeled and is comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Ocean Crest Motel
Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful as always! Three years in a row and hope for many more!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

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Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
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Updated Oceanfront Beach House

Updated Oceanfront Beach House

Oak Island
Book a stay at this family-friendly vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (135 reviews)
"Everything as described. VERY small kid friendly."

Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Updated Oceanfront Beach House
Cozy beach studio within walking distance to the beach.

Cozy beach studio within walking distance to the beach.

Oak Island
Stay at this apartment in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Oak Island Golf Club and Oak Island Lighthouse ...
10/10 Exceptional! (45 reviews)
"Clean, relaxing, beachy decor, and great location (near the beach, grocery, restaurants). All the necessities were there. We would come back. Beautiful flowers on the porch with butterflies.Ideas: Maybe an extra bath towel each, usb hookups by the beds, and beach cruiser bikes with bigger/adjustable ..."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Cozy beach studio within walking distance to the beach.
Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!

Oak Island
Book a stay at this beach vacation home in Oak Island. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions 57th Place West Access Park ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (61 reviews)
"Absolutely wonderful as always! Three years in a row and hope for many more!"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Oceanfront fully remodeled with HOT TUB & ELEVATOR. Views from every room!
See all properties in Oak Island
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

Caswell Beach

Caswell Beach

Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Caswell Beach during your trip to Oak Island? Wander the beaches in this family-friendly area.

Caswell Beach

Oak Island Lighthouse

You can learn about the history of Oak Island with a visit to Oak Island Lighthouse. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Oak Island Lighthouse

Ocean Crest Pier

You can learn about the history of Oak Island with a visit to Ocean Crest Pier. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

Ocean Crest Pier

Oak Island Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Oak Island at Oak Island Golf Club. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.

Oak Island Golf Club

The Point

After visiting The Point, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Oak Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

The Point

Horse Island

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Horse Island during your travels in Oak Island. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.

Horse Island