Island Oaks Travel Guide
Holly Ridge
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Popular places to visit

Surf City Pier
After visiting Surf City Pier, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi
You can take time to visit Back in Touch Massage, Yoga, & Lomilomi during your travels to Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center
Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at The Karen Beasley Sea Turtle Rescue and Rehabilitation Center during your holiday to Holly Ridge.
Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach
Catch an event at Topsail Skating Rink Topsail Beach during your trip to Topsail Beach. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Ohana Paddle Sports
Take the family on an outing to Ohana Paddle Sports during your trip to Surf City. While you're in the area, stroll along the beautiful beaches.
Seacoast Art Gallery
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Seacoast Art Gallery in Surf City. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Island Oaks

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Various parts of the building were under renewal construction but perhaps will be completed by summer. The room was fine for a single night but small for a longer stay. The property is located on the north end of the island which is less congested than further south. All in all, the resort was priced ...
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
The suite was huge! The staff from the lady who brought us extra towels to the gentleman who makes the best omelets, at breakfast ($22.00 per) were exceptional. First class resort!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Stayed for 6 nights the maids only came in once and beds were never really made !
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
Yay!!! Yay is the highest praise, the purest word known to convey joy and great tidings. Three exclamation points align with old world tenants signifying completion. So you earned a Yay!!!
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Silver Gull Motel
Location, location, location
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Element Wilmington
amazing from the moment we checked in, which was seamless and very professional .This hotel is top notch. The rooms are space, and fully equipped with an oversized refrigerator, cabinet space and everything to make your short stay incredibly memorable. The complementary beer/wine from 5 to 6:30 during ...
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
