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Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel near Carolina Beach

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Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

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Beach views, serves lunch and dinner
Front of property
In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Point of interest
Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Overview of Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Reviews
8.8

Excellent

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • RestaurantRestaurantRestaurant
  • BarBarBar
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping

Explore the area

Map
1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach3 min walk
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach Boardwalk2 min drive
  • Popular LocationCarolina Beach Fishing Pier8 min drive
  • AirportWilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)33 min drive

Room options

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds - Non Ocean View

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Queen Beds - Non Ocean View

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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King Bed Oceanfront w/Balcony | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Bed Oceanfront w/Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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King Family Suite w/bunkbed | In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

King Family Suite w/bunkbed

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bunk Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

View all photos for 2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Queen Kitchenette Oceanfront w/Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for 2 Queen beds Oceanfront w/Balcony

In-room safe, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

2 Queen beds Oceanfront w/Balcony

  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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4.2 out of 5, Very Good, (1001)
The price is $489
per night
$553 total
includes taxes & fees
May 17 - May 18
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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

On the beach.Stay at this Carolina Beach hotel and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Carolina Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Kure Beach and Carolina Beach State Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 2 min drive
  • Kure Beach Pier - 4 min drive
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 4 min drive
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • Nollie's Taco Joint - 3 min drive
  • Crush and Grind - 3 min drive
  • Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 3 min drive
  • Britt's Donut Shop - 3 min drive

About this property

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel

Beachfront hotel near Carolina Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. A seasonal outdoor pool, a terrace, and a vending machine are also featured at the business-friendly Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Carolina Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 116 guestrooms or units
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Dining venue
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers 116 accommodations with safes and coffee/tea makers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Cable television is provided. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Carolina Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Travel crib

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Shopping
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar in shower
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from February 12 to April 15:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, debit cards, and cash. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open April 01 and close November 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

Golden Sands Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Carolina Beach
Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel to the airport?

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel is 22.5 mi (38-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

As of May 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel on May 6, 2024 start from $159.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel.

How close is Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel offer free breakfast?

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel have a pool?

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 8:00 PM.The pool is closed seasonally each year from February 12 to April 15.

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel to downtown Carolina Beach?

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel is 1 mi away from Carolina Beach.

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 455 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 59 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 742 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 22 out of 742 reviews" "

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Monique

Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Everything was very nice and charming. Clean. Until I woke up around 2 am to use the bathroom and there were roaches crawling on the coffee maker and the bathroom counter.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donovah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was very welcoming and polite. We liked the renovations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Me and my wife recently spent aometime in this beautiful motel ...staff is very nice and courteous...the room was absolutely spotless ...very clean and neat ...will definitely be staying here again and highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

ALFREDIA

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Melissa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very modern and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant environment with great staff and awesome restaurant on site!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sidney

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff was VERY helpful, courteous and efficient!! The place as a whole is very clean considering they are remodeling half of the hotel!! The rooms are freshly renovated and are amazing. They have very retro feel and look to them! We appreciate the service and the whole experience. Highly recommend this place and will be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vicky

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

justin

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place! I will be back
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023