South End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a beach with waves reflecting the sky's colors.
A sunset over a calm body of water with a distant shoreline silhouetted against the sky.
A crowded beach with people sunbathing, walking, and playing in the water.
A row of beach houses with a wooden fence in the foreground.
A beachside residential area with houses, a wooden fence, and a sandy beach.

Stay near popular South End attractions

Oceanic

Oceanic is just one of the places to see in Wrightsville Beach, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels?
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Activities

Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

AU$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

AU$29
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

AU$36
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

AU$36
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

AU$29
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour

5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour

AU$131
per adult
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
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Our pick of the best South End Hotel Deals

Surf Suites

Surf Suites

2.5 out of 5
711 S Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$410 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
AU$410
25 Aug - 26 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (606 reviews)
"The beach access was perfect and level Sandy path with no steps at all"

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Surf Suites
Sandpeddler Inn & Suites

Sandpeddler Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
15 Nathan St Wrightsville Beach NC
Stay at this hotel in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Wrightsville Beach and Jungle Rapids Family ...
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Sandpeddler Inn & Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is AU$392 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$392
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$147 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$147
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

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

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is AU$167 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$167
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"We arrived late in the evening and check in was a little disorganized as the front desk rep had to go and check on a room to make sure it was clean before they would let us to the room. A = Odd that this single room wouldn't have been cleaned already and B = Why not just provide a room you KNOW is ..."

Reviewed on 29 July 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$194 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
AU$194
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (467 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 July 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
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Our guide on where to stay in South End

Find the best South End areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Shell Island

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Shell Island and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.

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South Harbor Island

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

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Parmele Isle

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parmele Isle and surrounding area, you can visit Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP.

South End Travel Guide

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