Discover an ideal beach retreat at our Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront hotel. Enjoy a prime location at the northern end of Pleasure Island, next to Carolina Beach Boardwalk and just minutes from downtown Wilmington.
Start each day with a free hot breakfast before heading out to catch some rays. If you’re in a hurry to hit the beach, grab a free Hampton’s On the Run Breakfast Bag, available Monday through Friday. After a busy day, retire to one of our bright, spacious beachfront guest rooms featuring a mini-refrigerator and sofa bed, or upgrade your stay for a private balcony and beautiful ocean view. Catch up on your favorite shows on the 42-inch HDTV and stay connected to work and family with free WiFi in every room. Work from the comfort of your room at the large desk with ergonomic chair or set up shop in our 24-hour business center with free printing services.
Relax by our oceanfront pool while sipping on a cool drink from the poolside Tiki Bar. Keep your fitness routine on track with a jog on the beach or go for a workout in our fitness center featuring a treadmill, elliptical machine, recumbent bike and strength training equipment. Plan an intimate wedding, meeting or reunion in our 400 sq. ft. meeting space.
The hotel is praised for its excellent location, being right on the beach and close to the boardwalk, restaurants, and shops.
Cleanliness
While many guests found the hotel clean, there were multiple reports of inconsistent cleanliness in rooms and bathrooms, with some mentioning issues like mold and pests.
Staff Service
Customer service received high marks, with many guests highlighting the friendliness and helpfulness of the staff.
Amenities
Guests appreciated the breakfast options and the tiki bar, but there were complaints about the lack of microwaves in rooms and issues with parking fees.
Room Comfort
Several reviews noted uncomfortable beds and dated furnishings, indicating a need for updates and improvements in room quality.
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Caroline Magyar
Dec 30, 2025
4.0
Great location, really nice staff, breakfast buffet was good. The rooms could use updating. A smart tv and updated decor would go a long way. We stayed during off season and it was still quite busy. Overall, enjoyed our stay.
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James Huyck
Dec 20, 2025
4.0
Our stay was very satisfactory, but not quite equal to other Hamptons. Two irritations were lack of microwaves in rooms and strange TV operation. This is first Hampton I have stayed that charges $10 daily to use their parking lot. Maintenance needs to correct stopped up bathtub in room 617. Breakfast very good. Staff is very helpful.
KP
Kenia Perez
Nov 28, 2025
4.0
The location is beautiful and conveniently situated. The hotel rooms were spacious and, for the most part, clean. The bathroom wasn’t as clean as I would’ve liked; there were some dirt and stains on the seat and floor but overall it wasn’t too bad. Some rooms are always better cleaned and cared for than others, so that’s always a bit of a gamble.
There was also an issue with the door leading to the balcony, so watch out for out that.
Customer service was excellent, and the breakfast was great with a wide selection. Most importantly, they offered a turkey option, which I truly appreciated as someone who doesn’t consume pork. We will be back!
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G L Porter
Nov 26, 2025
5.0
This place is new, clean and very nice overall. Our balcony overlooked the pool, ocean and boardwalk - everything you want when staying at the beach. They have a great lobby setup with 24 hour coffee station. Good breakfast, including bacon and eggs. Highly recommended
MD
Michael Dillery
Nov 18, 2025
5.0
Wonderful hotel, great breakfast, oceanfront. Right next to the pavilion.