A beach at sunset with the sun low on the horizon, rocky shoreline, and calm water.

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24 Sept - 25 Sept
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25 Sept - 26 Sept
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25 Sept - 27 Sept
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2 Oct - 4 Oct

Our top choices for St. James cheap hotels

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.
A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, lounge chairs, and a view of the outside.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
Bolivia
United States
Chris
AU$142
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG
A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.
A hotel with a prominent "Comfort Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.
A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.
A modern living room with a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall, a built-in fireplace with a purple light, a sofa, two green armchairs, and a wooden coffee table with baskets.

2. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
Southport
United States
Wanda
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island
A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.
A modern bathroom with a large mirror, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.
A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.
A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating, and a television screen.

3. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
Southport
United States
Karen
AU$149
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.
A building with two doors, one orange and one blue, and a surfboard leaning against a brick wall.
A motel with a row of rooms featuring a blue exterior and orange doors, numbered sequentially.

4. Anchor Inn Motel

Anchor Inn Motel
Long Beach
United States
Bryant
AU$191
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Anchor Inn Motel
A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.
A modern restaurant with a central island, wooden tables, and pendant lighting.
A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a stone facade, and a landscaped driveway.
An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
Southport
United States
Rollymar
AU$145
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.
A building with a red door, a blue railing, and a barbecue area with potted plants.
A campsite with RVs, a gravel path, and trees.
A tree with colorful glass ornaments.

6. Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
Long Beach
United States
james
AU$127
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Captain's Cove Motel
A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.
A reception area with a wooden reception desk, several chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a television, a chair, and a lamp.
A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Wyndham hotel.

7. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport
Southport
United States
Ricky
AU$123
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Wingate By Wyndham Southport
A room with a glass-top table, black chairs, a teal-colored reception desk, a ceiling fan, and a sign on the wall.
An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a pier, houses, and a swimming pool.
A beach view with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a sandy beach with sparse vegetation, and a clear blue sky.
A motel with a swimming pool, a pier in the background, and a beach in the distance.

8. Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
Long Beach
United States
Therese
AU$260
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Ocean Crest Motel

9. River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport
Southport
United States
Heather
AU$199
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
River Hotel of Southport
A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.
An aerial view of a coastal area with a beach, houses, and a road.
A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and a blue patterned pillow. There is a painting of a beach scene above the bed.
A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a small garden area.

10. The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites
Yaupon Beach
United States
Martin
AU$210
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
The Beach House Motel & Suites
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Top St. James Hotel Reviews

Ocean Isle Inn

Ocean Isle Inn

10/10 Excellent
"It had quiet charm, with a lovely view of the ocean from the front porch of our unit. It took just one minute from our top floor room to the beach."
Mary 3-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Ocean Isle Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"X"
John 4-night trip
Posted 19 hours ago
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

10/10 Excellent
"Very nice hotel. Good selection for breakfast. Bar area was nice also. Pool and hot tub were clean and relaxing."
Jeff 2-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
The Islander Inn

The Islander Inn

10/10 Excellent
"Oceanfront room-Clean place to stay."
Jake 2-night trip
Posted 4 days ago
The Islander Inn

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When is the best time for a budget trip to St. James?
Weather will likely play an important role when you plan your trip to St. James, but bear in mind that cheaper options are usually available when the weather isn't as good. The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for St. James is 1519 mm.
What is there to see and do in St. James?
You won't need to spend a lot to take advantage of things to see and do in St. James. You can budget for the top local attractions on your list, and then make time for sights and activities that cost very little. Enjoy the outdoors at Oak Island Beach and Caswell Beach, or check out the area's cultural spots like Fort Fisher State Historic Site.
How can I get to St. James and get around on a budget?
Scoping out the transportation options in St. James can help keep you on budget. The nearest airport is Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.), 25 mi (40.2 km) away. However, if that doesn't suit your budget, the next closest is 36 mi (57.9 km) away: North Myrtle Beach, SC (CRE-Grand Strand). St. James may not have many public transport options to choose from so a rental car could be a reasonable alternative to see more of the area.

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