Oak Island Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Sunrise from under the Oak Island Pier
Southport Pier Sunrise
Aerial view down the shore line of Oak Island North Carolina. View of the Cape Fear river in the background.
Pier on beach at sunrise, Oak Island, North Carolina
Oak Island

Where to stay in Oak Island

Find the best Oak Island areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Caswell Beach

You'll enjoy the beaches and monuments in Caswell Beach. You might want to make time for a stop at Oak Island Lighthouse or Caswell Beach.

Tranquil Harbour

When in Tranquil Harbour, you can plan a visit to Oak Island Golf Club and Founders Club at St. James Plantation, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel

2 out of 5
1417 E Beach Dr Oak Island NC
The price is ₹17,861 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
₹17,861
₹20,138 total
29 Jun - 30 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation ...
9/10 Wonderful! (85 reviews)
"We had a great stay from great staff with happy faces checking us in to easy beach access and friendly pier store. Family friendly. We will be back!"

Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026

Ocean Crest Motel
The Beach House Motel & Suites

The Beach House Motel & Suites

2 out of 5
500 Ocean Dr Oak Island NC
The price is ₹20,028 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
₹20,028
₹24,624 total
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (89 reviews)
"Staff were delightful Very clean/comfortable Amenities more than sufficient Quiet Very walkable to beach AND bar/restaurant 1st trip to this town, when we return, will stay here. Definitely economical and worth much more than the price!"

Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026

The Beach House Motel & Suites
Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel

2.5 out of 5
6401 Oak Island Drive Oak Island NC
The price is ₹12,862 per night from 8 Jul to 9 Jul
₹12,862
₹14,501 total
8 Jul - 9 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Oak Island. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.6/10 Good! (306 reviews)
"Older motel, but clean and well maintained. Reasonable walk to the beach."

Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Captain's Cove 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.
StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

2.5 out of 5
1500 Brunswick Village Boulevard Winnabow NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Winnabow. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Battleship North Carolina and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (13 reviews)
"Very Clean"

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2026

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

stayAPT Suites Charlotte North

4 out of 5
9655 Statesville Rd Charlotte NC
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Charlotte. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Northlake Mall and Huntersville ...
stayAPT Suites Charlotte North
Atlantic Beach Resort

Atlantic Beach Resort

3 out of 5
715 W. Fort Macon Rd. Atlantic Beach NC
Stay at this beach aparthotel in Atlantic Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 outdoor pools and a beach locale. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,288 reviews)
"The condo was amazing. Very roomy. However, a couple of our party were looking forward to the hot tub and it says there are two on the property. One was closed for maintenance and the other doesn’t exist anymore."

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026

Atlantic Beach Resort
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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