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A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern facade, multiple windows, and a covered entrance area with palm trees.

A modern hotel reception area with two reception desks, a coffee station, and a visible sign for Holiday Inn Express.

A buffet with labeled containers of omelets and other dishes.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a kitchenette, and a bathroom.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

Bolivia

Elizabeth

₹8,641

₹9,311 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Nov - 17 Nov

A Hampton Inn & Suites with a stone facade, large entrance, and a well-lit exterior.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a "Welcome to the First in Flight State" sign, a seating area with chairs, and a large window with a view.

A gym with treadmills, ellipticals, a bench, and a rack of dumbbells.

A modern bathroom with a large mirror, wooden cabinets, and a built-in microwave.

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Southport

Matt

₹8,877

₹9,565 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern living room with a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

A modern hotel with a curved entrance, a stone facade, and a landscaped driveway.

An outdoor patio with a table and chairs, a large umbrella, and a view of a grassy area and trees.

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

Southport

Rollymar

₹8,274

₹8,915 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

A building with two doors, one orange and one blue, and a surfboard leaning against a brick wall.

A motel with a row of rooms featuring a blue exterior and orange doors, numbered sequentially.

4. Anchor Inn Motel

Long Beach

Bryant

₹10,738

₹12,107 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Oct - 23 Oct

A spacious hotel lobby with a large bed, a red ottoman, and a vending machine.

A reception area with a Coca-Cola refrigerator, snack shelves, and a small freezer.

A hotel with a prominent "Comfort Suites" sign, a covered entrance, and a well-lit facade.

A hotel room with a sofa, a bed, a small table, and a chair. There are three framed pictures on the wall.

5. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

Southport

Joyce

₹8,273

₹8,914 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

An aerial view of a coastal residential area with a pier, houses, and a swimming pool.

A room with a glass-top table, black chairs, a teal-colored reception desk, a ceiling fan, and a sign on the wall.

A hotel room with two beds, a ceiling fan, a bathroom with a shower, and a phone on the nightstand.

6. Ocean Crest Motel

Long Beach

Jessica

₹10,682

₹12,044 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

A building with a red door, a blue railing, and a barbecue area with potted plants.

A campsite with RVs, a gravel path, and trees.

7. Captain's Cove Motel

Long Beach

james

₹7,597

₹8,565 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A lobby with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and a television mounted on the wall.

A stone fireplace with a flat-screen TV above it, flanked by dining tables and chairs.

A hotel with a large entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a Wyndham hotel.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, several chairs, a stone fireplace, and a television mounted on the wall.

8. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Southport

Ricky

₹6,761

₹7,488 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A bedroom with a bed, two windows with views of buildings and a beach, a clock on the wall, and a wooden door leading outside.

A neatly made bed with a white quilt, two pillows, and a blue patterned pillow. There is a painting of a beach scene above the bed.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

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

9. The Beach House Motel & Suites

Yaupon Beach

Mandala

₹7,715

₹10,733 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

A water park with a large slide, a pool, and a hot tub area.

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, a sofa, and a chair.

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

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Wilmington

Nicole

₹9,315

₹10,527 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A wooden pier with tables and chairs, leading to a beach area with a view of the ocean.

A hotel with a parking lot and beach view.

A wooden deck with tables and stools, a small green structure with a sign, and the ocean in the background.

A poolside area with lounge chairs, a wooden deck leading to the beach, and a clear view of the ocean.

11. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

Wilmington Beach

Thomas

₹12,026

₹13,590 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A pool area with a wooden deck, lounge chairs, and a view of the ocean.

A balcony with a view of the beach and ocean during sunset.

A pathway leading to a beach with umbrellas and a pier.

A wooden boardwalk leading to a multi-story hotel with balconies and a pool area.

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Downtown

Deborah

₹13,938

₹15,750 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and tables, and a kitchen area visible in the background.

A bar area with a stone wall, multiple bar stools, a flat-screen TV, and a bar stocked with bottles.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio, and a stone building adjacent to it.

13. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Leland

Jed

₹10,350

₹11,463 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a clear view of the ocean.

A gazebo with a red roof and white walls, surrounded by palm trees and overlooking the ocean.

A bar with a green wall, a wooden counter, and a view of the ocean through a window.

A hotel with a pool, multiple balconies, and a beach view.

14. The Islander Inn

Ocean Isle Beach

Arthur

₹8,663

₹10,196 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

A hotel reception area with a curved counter, seating area, and modern lighting.

A modern lounge area with a blue sofa, red chairs, and a blue booth. There are hanging red and white lights, and a large window with a view of trees.

An indoor swimming pool with clear lane markings, a safety sign, and a seating area with chairs.

15. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Leland

KENT

₹9,266

₹10,262 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a small round table with magazines, a white chair, and a painting of a beach scene on the wall.

16. Dry Dock Inn

Carolina Beach

Aliyah

₹10,073

₹11,383 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Oct - 21 Oct

A modern cafe with green chairs and tables, a coffee machine, and a menu board.

A hotel with a 'Quality Inn' sign, a parking lot with several cars, and a well-maintained lawn area.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair.

A modern living room with a green sofa set, a small round table, and a large window with a view of greenery.

17. Quality Inn Shallotte near Ocean Isle Beach

Shallotte

Vanessa

₹7,217

₹8,203 total

includes taxes & fees

24 Oct - 25 Oct

A cozy living room with wicker furniture, a chessboard, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a wooden bar, stools, and a wine rack.

A sunlit patio with a round table, metal chairs, and potted plants.

A covered patio with wicker furniture, large windows, and a view of a backyard.

18. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

Southport

Rudolph

₹26,664

₹29,530 total

includes taxes & fees

19 Nov - 20 Nov

A spacious kitchen with a large island, white cabinetry, and a modern pendant light fixture.

A wall with the word "Beach" in woven letters and three palm tree hooks.

A spacious living room with a green sofa, a beige sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a green armchair. There are large windows, a lamp, and wall art.

19. New Listing Lux Beach House Dog Friendly

Tranquil Harbour

₹21,501

₹69,209 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A patio area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a gazebo.

A spacious indoor dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a kitchen area with wooden cabinets, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A pier extending into the ocean with a beach and residential area in the background.

20. Ocean Isle Inn

Ocean Isle Beach

Chelsea

₹11,076

₹12,488 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Stay near popular St. James attractions

The Clubs at St. James

8.8/10 (3 reviews)

Enjoy a round of golf in St. James at The Clubs at St. James. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation

Enjoy a round of golf in St. James at The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation. Wander the beautiful beaches in this family-friendly area.

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Founders Club at St. James Plantation

Enjoy a round of golf in St. James at Founders Club at St. James Plantation. Wander through the beautiful beaches and seaside in this family-friendly area.

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Learn more about St. James

Golfers flock to St. James for its four championship courses and the nearby beaches of Oak Island. Explore the town's waterfront parks or take a day trip to historic Southport for maritime museums and fresh seafood restaurants.

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A marina with boats docked, surrounded by houses and a sunset sky.

Top St. James Hotel Reviews

The Islander Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Clean and well maintained!"

The Sand Dunes

10/10 Excellent

"Excellent room.Best view.Well kept.We will come back.Thank you for a great stay."

Admiral's Quarter

10/10 Excellent

"What’s great old school hotel on the beach loved that it had a little kitchen and the room was so clean. Will stay again"

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

10/10 Excellent

"I would highly recommend this hotel as your next place to stay in Southport. The room was very clean and I am a "clean fanatic". The staff were all amazing. The breakfast area was exceptionally clean and the food was good, especially the waffles. Within walking distance was an excellent Italian restaurant. Also a brewery and Walgreens."

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent

"I have no complaints. Great place to stay. Highly recommended!"

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"The pool water did not look clean."

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

8/10 Good

"It was definitely the nicest hotel in that area. Weather was rainy but we enjoyed the beautiful ocean view"

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

10/10 Excellent

"From the check in process throughout the whole stay was amazing"

More cheap stays in St. James

The Sand Dunes

133 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach NC

₹7,452

₹8,706 total

20 Oct - 21 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (839 reviews)

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

4963 Southport Supply Rd. Southport NC

₹8,273

₹8,914 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

The Islander Inn

57 West 1st St. Ocean Isle Beach NC

₹8,663

₹10,196 total

19 Nov - 20 Nov

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC

₹9,315

₹10,527 total

25 Oct - 26 Oct

includes taxes & fees

8.8/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

1120 Town Lake Dr Leland NC

₹10,350

₹11,463 total

2 Nov - 3 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC

₹12,026

₹13,590 total

1 Nov - 2 Nov

includes taxes & fees

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to stay in St. James?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG, located 20.2 mi (32.5 km) from the heart of St. James, is a top choice for your stay, based on our traveller data. Two other choices for your trip to the area are The Sand Dunes and Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront. See all available top hotels, or vacation rentals in St. James.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in St. James, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you might be able to still cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Filter your search by fully refundable to find flexible hotel deals in St. James.

What are some hotels with pools in St. James?

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG: Hotel located near Riverwalk. Features buffet, an indoor pool and free self parking. The Sand Dunes and Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront are two additional hotels that feature an on-site pool. View all hotels with pools in St. James.

What's it like staying in St. James?

Visitors can enjoy all that St. James has to offer, including its golf courses. In St. James, there are 62 hotels and other accommodation options to choose from. Find out more about St. James.

What should I do while I'm visiting St. James?

Favourite places to visit include The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation, Founders Club at St. James Plantation and The Clubs at St. James. You'll also find Oak Island Beach and Oak Island Golf Club in the area. Take a look at what more there is to see and do in Expedia's St. James guide.

What's the seasonal weather in St. James?

The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for St. James is 1519 mm.

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Our top choices for St. James hotels

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Southport - Oak Island Area by IHG

2. Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

3. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport

4. Anchor Inn Motel

5. Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

6. Ocean Crest Motel

7. Captain's Cove Motel

8. Wingate By Wyndham Southport

9. The Beach House Motel & Suites

10. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

11. Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

12. Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

13. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

14. The Islander Inn

15. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

16. Dry Dock Inn

17. Quality Inn Shallotte near Ocean Isle Beach

18. The Carriage House Inn Bed and Breakfast

19. New Listing Lux Beach House Dog Friendly

20. Ocean Isle Inn

Stay near popular St. James attractions

The Clubs at St. James

The Reserve Golf Club at St. James Plantation

Founders Club at St. James Plantation

Learn more about St. James

Top St. James Hotel Reviews

The Islander Inn

The Sand Dunes

Admiral's Quarter

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach Oceanfront

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

More cheap stays in St. James

The Sand Dunes

Comfort Suites Southport - Oak Island

The Islander Inn

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton

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