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Our top choices for Coastal North Carolina 3-star hotels

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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, (1,813 reviews)
"Beautiful ocean views and access, helpful staff."
United States
Sandra
The price is S$196
includes taxes & fees
10 Nov - 11 Nov
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and a balcony with a view.

2. Shutters on the Banks

Shutters on the Banks
3.5 star property
Kill Devil Hills
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (2,037 reviews)
"Really great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly
The price is S$102
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Shutters on the Banks
Terrace/patio

3. Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort

Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort
3.0 star property
Beaufort
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (429 reviews)
"Great location, Friendly staff, Dog Friendly, Fun Bar, Good breakfast, Delightful room, We will definitely be back!"
United States
Mary Beth
The price is S$159
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Compass by Margaritaville Beaufort
A seaside bar with three stools, a counter, and striped umbrellas.

4. Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel

Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
3.0 star property
Atlantic Beach
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,688 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
RICARDO
The price is S$147
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Crystal Coast Oceanfront Hotel
An outdoor dining area with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a beach with a wooden fence and a clear view of the ocean.

5. Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront

Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
3.0 star property
Kill Devil Hills
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,157 reviews)
"The most cleanest hotel that I have stayed at for a long time! Beautiful decor, great amenities, friendly staff and good food. Our stay was fantastic!"
United States
Mary
The price is S$89
includes taxes & fees
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Ramada Plaza by Wyndham Nags Head Oceanfront
A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a flag warning system and a lifebuoy.

6. Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach

Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
3.0 star property
Pine Knoll Shores
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,677 reviews)
"Great place to stay and super close to the beach !"
United States
Alexus
The price is S$110
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Hotel Alice At Atlantic Beach
A sandy beach with footprints and sparse vegetation, leading to a calm sea under a clear sky.

7. Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur

Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
3.5 star property
Kill Devil Hills
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Leta
The price is S$80
includes taxes & fees
4 Nov - 5 Nov
Days Inn by Wyndham Kill Devil Hills Oceanfront - Wilbur
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

8. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Very nice property and staff. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Whitney
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
An indoor swimming pool with a view of outdoor seating and umbrellas.

9. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (608 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is S$134
includes taxes & fees
30 Nov - 1 Dec
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Bar (on property)

10. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,135 reviews)
"Loved everything about our stay"
United States
Ashlee
The price is S$188
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a sunset in the background.

11. Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
3.0 star property
Nags Head
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable rooms, beautiful setting and 24 hour access to fresh grind coffee machines!"
United States
James
The price is S$114
includes taxes & fees
2 Dec - 3 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG
A deck with Adirondack chairs and a table, overlooking the ocean.

12. Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort
3.0 star property
Emerald Isle
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Beautiful area, room was very nice and accommodating to the needs of my family."
United States
Cheyenne
The price is S$136
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Islander Hotel & Resort
A coastal hotel with a boardwalk, beach access, and a gazebo.

13. Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"This place is great, traveled with the family and it’s right next to the boardwalk and right on the beach."
United States
Ismael
The price is S$171
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

14. Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
Wrightsville Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great property and location"
United States
William
The price is S$237
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
A person sitting on a beach towel with a camera and a basket.

15. Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach

Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
3.0 star property
Kill Devil Hills
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (330 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Hendy
The price is S$75
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Ocean Sands Beach Boutique Inn - Stay At the Beach
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

16. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is S$128
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A building with a storefront labeled 'STUDIORES' and a number '8045' above the entrance.

17. StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
3.0 star property
Leland
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (91 reviews)
"From the check in process throughout the whole stay was amazing"
United States
Xuxa
The price is S$117
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
StudioRes by Marriott Leland
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

18. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
North Kerr
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (746 reviews)
"Great stay in a good location."
United States
Kevin
The price is S$124
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'STUDIORES BY MARRIOTT' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a parking lot in front.

19. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (39 reviews)
"Nice and clean, staff courteous"
United States
Louis
The price is S$118
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

20. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"The staff, the location, the amenities are excellent!"
United States
Deborah
The price is S$176
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
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Top Coastal North Carolina Hotel Reviews

Islander Hotel & Resort

Islander Hotel & Resort

10/10 Excellent
"Great location. Staff were wonderful. We felt like hotel staff were genuinely interested in making our stay a great one."
Cheryl 2-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Islander Hotel & Resort
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

10/10 Excellent
"The weather did not cooperate the week we stayed here due to a Nor'easter parked off of the coast of New York. But, the views from our oceanside room were spectacular (if 6-8 ft. waves thrill you). Room was clean, water was hot, and breakfast was good."
John 5-night trip
Posted 3 days ago
Holiday Inn Express Nags Head Oceanfront by IHG

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Find Your Ideal 3 Star Hotel in Coastal North Carolina

There's a reason the top 3-star hotels in Coastal North Carolina, North Carolina, United States of America are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Coastal North Carolina, you'll get affordable rates at these mid-range properties. Check through our listings and you'll find some hotels may even give you access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centres, and spacious rooms.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Coastal North Carolina?
If you're visiting Norfolk - Virginia Beach for a Coastal North Carolina holiday, you'll find some good 3-star hotels. Many of our customers choose to stay in SpringHill Suites by Marriott Norfolk Virginia Beach. Around 0.32 kilometres south of downtown, it features a swimming pool and WiFi. Another recommended option is Holiday Inn Virginia Beach - Norfolk, an IHG Hotel. Settle in here and you'll get access to pool sun loungers and WiFi, and be approximately 0.80 kilometres southeast of the centre.
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