Brunswick Islands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
One of the quieter beaches on the coast of North Carolina...and quite a contrast to the touristy Myrtle Beach which is just south of  Ocean Isle #beach ...if you like to be the only one on the beach watching the sunrise (save for a few fishermen and pelicans) this is the place to be...
A beautiful #beach to catch the sunrise.
Another of the hundreds of butterflies seen in front of our hotel on this beautiful November day
Sunset taken from causeway leading to the beach

Where to stay in Brunswick Islands

Coastal secret

Long Beach

Long Beach is noteworthy for its beaches, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Caswell Beach and 57th Place West Access Park.

Long 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
Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is ₹8,163 per night from 22 Jan to 23 Jan
₹8,163
₹9,204 total
22 Jan - 23 Jan
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Ocean Crest Pier and The Reserve Golf Club at ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (58 reviews)
The room was smaller than I expected, but we weren’t in it except to sleep! We did find the mattress to be very firm & actually uncomfortable for both of us, but it was just for one night, so it was ok. The ladies at the front desk were kind and very helpful! Conveniently located - we enjoyed dinner ...

Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
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.
The Highlands at Sugar

The Highlands at Sugar

3 out of 5
2173 Sugar Mountain Drive Banner Elk NC
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (775 reviews)
Nice space andvamenitues

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

The Highlands at Sugar
Smoketree Lodge

Smoketree Lodge

3 out of 5
11914 Highway 105 Banner Elk NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Banner Elk. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Sugar Mountain Resort and Grandfather Mountain ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (265 reviews)
Well located, near Sugar Mountain. The room was confortable and with very good amenities.

Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Smoketree Lodge
Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte

3.5 out of 5
1921 Charlotte Dr Charlotte NC
Stay at this aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Spectrum Center and Bank of America Stadium are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (184 reviews)
Great!

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Kasa Edison House South End Dilworth Charlotte
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.

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