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A two-story building with a porch, a sign indicating an office, and a palm tree.

A poolside area with multiple lounge chairs and a large umbrella.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside tables, a nightstand, a wicker bench, a ceiling fan, and a window with blinds.

Two beach chairs with striped fabric facing the ocean.

1. Loggerhead Inn & Suites

Holly Ridge

$77

$109 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a lifeguard tower and beachgoers.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a dining area with a round table and chairs, and a bedroom with a bed and a ceiling fan.

A coastal residential area with houses, a beach, and a clear sky.

2. Saltwater Suites

Surf City

$189

$354 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A spacious kitchen with white cabinetry, a large island, and pendant lighting.

A spacious living room with a high ceiling, large windows, a ceiling fan, and a view of neighboring houses.

A wooden deck with white rocking chairs and a table, overlooking a residential area.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a clear blue sky.

3. Modern Surf City Beach House w/ Hot Tub!

Holly Ridge

$273

$860 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 8 - Oct 9

A wooden deck with white railings overlooking a beach with blue buildings.

A two-story building with a balcony, a staircase, and a small porch area.

A covered outdoor dining area with wooden tables and white chairs, large windows offering views of the beach and buildings.

4. Saltwater Resort

Surf City

$195

$361 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a small table, a sink, and a window with curtains.

A spacious dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a fireplace, and a television.

A modern building with a covered entrance, a well-maintained lawn, and a clear sky.

A compact hotel room with a sofa, a small table, a lamp, and a kitchenette with a microwave.

5. Blue Water Inn & Suites, BW Signature Collection

Sneads Ferry

$98

$108 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a balcony and stairs.

A covered outdoor area with wooden siding and large windows, leading to a building with multiple doors.

A covered wooden deck with white railings, leading to a door.

A two-story building with a covered front porch and a staircase leading to the upper level.

6. Topsail Shores Inn

Sneads Ferry

$93

$102 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 5 - Nov 6

A modern restaurant with a long red bench, wooden tables, and blue chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a bedside table, and a lamp.

A rectangular pool with a stone wall and a modern building in the background.

7. Home2 Suites by Hilton Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach

Sneads Ferry

$128

$141 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A wooden deck with turquoise chairs overlooking a beach.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a sliding glass door leading to a balcony.

A bedroom with a bed, a desk with two chairs, a TV, and a balcony with chairs.

A living room with a beige sofa, a coffee table, a dining table with chairs, a ceiling fan, and a large window with blinds.

8. Sea Vista Motel

Holly Ridge

$144

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

A multi-story hotel with a brick facade, a covered entrance, and a landscaped front area.

A brick building with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a small garden bed.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a brick building in the background.

A spacious hotel lobby with a long dining table, multiple chairs, and a television screen.

9. Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach

Sneads Ferry

$130

$143 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A wooden deck with benches and a red fire hydrant, overlooking a beach and buildings.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a pier extending into the ocean, with a sandy beach and grassy areas in the foreground.

A view from a window overlooking a beach with a wooden bench and a fence.

A two-story building with a balcony on the second floor, a staircase leading to the balcony, and a sign indicating a motel and office.

10. Seaview Pier and Motel

Sneads Ferry

$143

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 7 - Oct 8

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside chairs, and a no diving sign.

A modern kitchen with a yogurt dispenser, eggs, and milk station, a breakfast bar, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and two armchairs.

11. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Wilmington

$110

$124 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a beach with a fence and grassy dunes.

A spacious lobby with high ceilings, large windows, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel with a grid-like facade, multiple floors, and a flat roof.

12. Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island

$129

$173 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink.

A gym with cardio machines, weight training equipment, and a mirrored wall.

A modern hotel with a sign reading 'STUDIOS BY MARRIOTT' and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A modern living room with a sofa, two side tables, a coffee table, a grey armchair, a patterned rug, and a wall-mounted smart vending machine.

13. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

Wilmington

$80

$90 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a marble countertop and four chairs.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.

14. Surf Suites

South End

$125

$164 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

A modern multi-story hotel with balconies and a beach view.

A compact kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a refrigerator.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a television on the wall.

15. Silver Gull Motel

Wrightsville Beach

$144

$162 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

A beach scene with two blue beach chairs and a blue umbrella.

A hotel with a large pool, multiple balconies, and outdoor seating areas.

A modern hotel lobby with a large open space, wooden ceiling beams, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

16. Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Wrightsville Beach

$161

$216 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

17. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Westfall Park

$102

$115 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a fireplace.

A modern bar area with a large TV, bar stools, and a variety of bottles.

A modern hotel lobby with a coffee bar, seating area, and a staircase leading to an upper level.

A covered outdoor area with a blue ceiling, wooden doors, and a welcome mat.

18. Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Wrightsville Sound

$116

$131 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

A Fairfield by Marriott hotel with a brick facade, multiple windows, and a parking lot.

A swimming pool with a 3 FT depth marker, a changing room with chairs, and a fitness area with exercise equipment.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a forest through the window.

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

Wilmington

$84

$95 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large window.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, hanging pendant lights, and a display of framed items.

20. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire

$165

$186 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 30 - Oct 31

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Loggerhead Inn & Suites

Holly Ridge

$197

per night

$487 total

includes taxes & fees

Saltwater Suites

Surf City

$212

per night

$619 total

includes taxes & fees

A bedroom with a bed, a television on the wall, and a door.

A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A living room with a light blue wall, a wooden floor, a sofa, a brown armchair, a fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a sink, a stove, and a refrigerator.

Salty Chateau Home w/ Ocean Views, Surf City

Holly Ridge

$193

per night

$746 total

includes taxes & fees

A two-story house with a balcony, a garage, and a driveway.

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, stove, and a dining area with wooden chairs and a table.

A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a bookshelf, and a ceiling fan.

A laundry room with a front-loading washer and dryer, a kitchen area with a countertop and cabinets, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

Walk to Beach Private Deck Family Fun

Holly Ridge

$269

per night

$971 total

includes taxes & fees

Saltwater Resort

Surf City

$24 off

$227

per night

$653 total

includes taxes & fees

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a glass coffee table, and a view of a staircase leading to an upper level.

A covered porch with wooden chairs and a railing, overlooking a residential area.

A spacious living area with wicker furniture, a fireplace, and a kitchen with stainless steel appliances.

A multi-level interior with a staircase, a fireplace, and a kitchen area.

Surf City Home w/ Fire Pit: Walk to Beach!

Holly Ridge

$247

per night

$1,107 total

includes taxes & fees

A wooden deck with a bench and a glass door leading to a bedroom.

A spacious dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen in the background, and large windows with white curtains.

A spacious living room with a large TV, multiple windows, a ceiling fan, and a patterned rug.

A wooden deck with blue Adirondack chairs and a white railing.

Walk to Beaches: Home w/ Patio in Surf City!

Holly Ridge

$199

per night

$856 total

includes taxes & fees

A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, a view of the outdoors, and a sign that says "BEACH".

A kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dishwasher.

A room with bunk beds, a staircase, and a door leading to another room.

A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a ceiling fan.

Surf City Vacation Rental - Walk to Beach

Holly Ridge

$212

per night

$892 total

includes taxes & fees

A beach with wooden boardwalks leading to a sandy shore.

A beachfront residential building with multiple balconies, a flat roof, and a view of the ocean.

A modern living room with a sofa, ottoman, and a television.

Walk to Beach! Spacious 10-person Gem in Surf City

Holly Ridge

$236

per night

$974 total

includes taxes & fees

Go beyond your typical stay in Surf City

Top landmarks in Surf City

Surf City Pier

9.0/10 (387 reviews)

Surf City Pier is in the heart of Surf City, so why not stop by during your stay. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here?

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Southside Park

9.2/10 (12 reviews)

If you like spending time outside, why not spend the afternoon at Southside Park, a park in the heart of Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you like Southside Park, you'll love Hampstead Kiwanis Park, just a short drive away.

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Seacoast Art Gallery

9.0/10 (7 reviews)

Art fans might want to check out the upcoming exhibitions at Seacoast Art Gallery in the heart of Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want to experience more of the culture Surf City has to offer, head to Surf City Pier, Southside Park, and Permuda Island.

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Mia's Marketplace

9.0/10 (6 reviews)

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Mia's Marketplace, one of the family attractions located 1.2 mi (2 km) from central Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Mia's Marketplace, you'll love The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, just a short walk away.

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Inis Spa

5.6/10 (5 reviews)

If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Inis Spa in the heart of Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want more pampering, Escape Spa and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are both a short walk away.

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Ohana Paddle Sports

8.0/10 (4 reviews)

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Ohana Paddle Sports, just one of the family attractions in central Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you have fun at Ohana Paddle Sports, you'll love Mia's Marketplace and The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center, both located nearby.

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Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi

6.6/10 (4 reviews)

If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi located 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from central Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want more pampering, Inis Spa and Escape Spa are both a short walk away.

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Escape Spa

8.0/10 (3 reviews)

If massages and hot tubs are your thing, you might want to pamper yourself at Escape Spa in the heart of Surf City. Why not take a stroll along the beaches and watch the sunset while you're here? If you want more pampering, Inis Spa and Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi are both a short walk away.

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Learn more about Surf City

Topsail Island's golden beaches beckon with waves that break perfectly along the iconic Surf City Pier. Locals and visitors alike paddle out at dawn, competing for prime spots in the lineup. After catching morning waves, refuel at waterfront restaurants where seafood arrives so fresh it practically introduces itself. The main drag offers quirky surf shops where salty-haired staff provide insider tips on the day's best breaks. Southside Park provides a peaceful alternative when the beach gets crowded. For post-sun recovery, Inis Spa and Back in Touch offer massages that somehow extract sand from places you didn't know existed. As evening approaches, the pier transforms into a gathering spot where fishing lines dangle alongside sunset-watching families.

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Check out reviews of Surf City hotels guests love

Loggerhead Inn & Suites

Holly Ridge

10/10 Exceptional

Candy

Saltwater Resort

Surf City

10/10 Exceptional

Dexter

Surf Suites

South End

10/10 Exceptional

Judy

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A pier extending into the water at sunset with a cloudy sky.

Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center

10/10 Exceptional

Marlene

Sea Vista Motel

Holly Ridge

10/10 Exceptional

This place is wonderful! The man checking me in was friendly and helpful. My room (all rooms?) has an ocean side balcony with chairs, which love. Topsail Island is not full of restaurants (there are a few), so a stop at the grocery store is a good idea. The room does have a microwave, fridge with freezer, and a coffee maker. There's plenty of room, at least for 1 or 2. The area is quiet and I feel very safe. The beach is gorgeous: lots of shallow water to wade in, clean, uncrowded (though, it...

Anonymous traveler

Topsail Shores Inn

Sneads Ferry

10/10 Exceptional

Macie

Hampton Inn Sneads Ferry North Topsail Beach

Sneads Ferry

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Westfall Park

10/10 Exceptional

Robyn

Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire

10/10 Exceptional

KIMBERLY

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a glass enclosure, and overhead pendant lighting.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire

10/10 Exceptional

Elizabeth

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Wilmington

10/10 Exceptional

Terri

Silver Gull Motel

Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Exceptional

Anonymous traveler

A hotel lobby with a large wooden conference table surrounded by green and blue patterned chairs, a chandelier, and a green-themed backdrop with a television.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area, and a view of the outdoors.

A courtyard with a brick wall, large windows, and outdoor seating including a blue sofa and round table.

A reception area with a green wall, a reception desk, a sofa, and a TV.

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Westfall Park

10/10 Exceptional

Stacey

A covered outdoor seating area with white rocking chairs and hanging planters.

A Marriott Residence Inn with a white facade, large windows, and a covered outdoor area with a bench.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved blue sofa, dining area, and bar.

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a dining area, a bed, and a TV.

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall

Landfall

10/10 Exceptional

Meredith

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Wilmington

10/10 Exceptional

Bradley F

Seaview Pier and Motel

Sneads Ferry

10/10 Exceptional

Amanda

Frequently Asked Questions

What hotels do travelers like in Surf City?

Guests like Loggerhead Inn & Suites, Saltwater Suites and Sany Lu by Topsail Realty.

Can I book refundable accommodations in Surf City?

If you're looking for the flexibility to change your travel plans to Surf City, most properties provide refundable* bookable rates. You can find these properties by searching our site and using the "fully refundable" filter to narrow down the results.

Where should I consider staying in Surf City if I want a reasonably priced accommodation?

Loggerhead Inn & Suites is an accommodation you might want to consider that'll save you money.

Where can I stay in Surf City if I want a vacation rental instead of a traditional hotel?

If you want a good alternative to a hotel, browse our selection of 863 vacation homes. In addition, there are 50 apartments and 158 condos.

What will the weather in Surf City be like during my trip?

The warmest months in Surf City are usually July and August with an average temp of 78°F. January and February are the chilliest months when the average temp is 51°F. The rainiest months are August and September.

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