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The Starlite Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Private kitchen | Mini-fridge, electric kettle
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 250 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

In Carolina Beach .With a stay at this Carolina Beach hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Carolina Beach Arcade and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Starlite Inn

Hotel near Carolina Beach Boardwalk in Carolina Beach
WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Carolina Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 19 guestrooms or units
  • No smoking on site
The Starlite Inn offers 19 accommodations with air conditioning. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Union Pay, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a security system and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

The Starlite Inn Hotel
The Starlite Inn Carolina Beach
The Starlite Inn Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Starlite Inn to the airport?

The Starlite Inn is 20.6 mi (35-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 The Starlite Inn?

As of Jun 3, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Starlite Inn on Jun 4, 2025 start from $154.49, 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 The Starlite Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Starlite Inn.

How close is The Starlite Inn to the beach?

This hotel is a short 3-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 2 mi (4-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Starlite Inn offer free breakfast?

The Starlite Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Starlite Inn?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at The Starlite Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at The Starlite Inn?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does The Starlite Inn have a pool?

The Starlite Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Starlite Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is The Starlite Inn to downtown Carolina Beach?

The Starlite Inn is 0.1 mi away from Carolina Beach.

The Starlite Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 93 out of 148 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 23 out of 148 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 15 out of 148 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 148 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 148 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Portia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Highly recommend

Took a solo trio to the beach for the night. The starlite is walking distance to the beach. The room was very cute and all I needed. This was my first contactless check in and it was very easy.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazlene

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, didn’t talk to any staff, and rug in the room definitely needs to go but outside of that plan to return
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deshontre

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

PABLO, Miami

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

arlie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
this is nkt a luxurious place its simple clean and convienient. the staff was awesome and i will forever be s customer.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the retro look of the room and the painting on the walls
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bed was uncomfortable. Shower was small and drained slowly. Overall, the room served it's purpose, it was clean and it's in a great, convenient location.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is so cute! I love how it's been redone, and the location is perfect. We were a one-block walk from the beach and close to tons of restaurants and coffee shops. I liked that it had its own parking lot so we didn't have to worry about street parking. The room size was perfect, and it was nice that there were so many streaming services on the tv. The bathroom is a little small, and the hot water took a little while to kick in, but neither of these things were enough to make me not want to come back. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Madeira

Disliked: Cleanliness
Visibly dirty/dusty, found a cockroach
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Giulia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Perfect little place

Very comfortable, cute decor and in a perfect location to beach and night life
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christi, Greensboro

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walking distance to the beach, dining. Beds are a little uncomfortable that is minor. Easy to check in and out. Will use again
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Coleen

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Doug

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
My gf and I spent a weekend there, loved the location and setup. The room was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brianna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean M

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cute little beach hotel, the rooms were good size and clean! We enjoyed our stay and will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

2/10 Terrible

Desja

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Rooms are not clean , beds are not clean , towels ARE NOT CLEAN. The beach being as close as it is is the best thing you got. Might as well stand OUTSIDE with the bugs cause you sure as hell gone be sleeping with them.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abigail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

mary

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Heather

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We checked in early for a fee, opened the door to the worst stale cigarette smell, the bedspread had another persons hair on it, the shower floor was peeling black paint, the AC unit had a red caution light on it because the filter had not been replaced. Underneath the sink was a stain that looked like someone had thrown up, the rug that was a border to the bed was so dirty that we had to keep our shoes on, and as I was sitting on the bed I noticed through the large mirror that other guests trash was still under the bed. Also I found 2 small dead roaches. We left, tried to contact Expedia about the condition of the room with no luck. I’ve contacted five on our side about this issue. The pictures say it all. I also have phone numbers for the other out of state guests who couldn’t go home but we’re absolutely sickened by the condition of this property. I hope I never have to stay in something like this again!! I spent over $499 for two nights and conditions were so bad that I’d rather leave than endure them.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
While not the most clean and quiet place, it is a great, walkable location for the price. Parking is hard to get even though you get a pass- they have a small lot that is always full- had to wait around to park and then did not want to use my car for the rest of the trip. Very stained carpet, bathroom tiles painted over with what looks like wall paint so the shower floor was chipping. Bathroom tiny and mildewy-smelling and the bathroom window was open to the back alley upon arrival.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Lily

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Was a good stay, good location, close to the beach. Only thing was there was no hot water for shower or the sink.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

4/10 Poor

SARAH

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
well it was ok, but it was a huge water bug in the shower, the shower dripped all night and it was a used wash cloth in the shower when we got there. and some pills in the night stand. location was great, beach was right there, didn't mind the little 1min walk but for $580 we can do better. alot better.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dominick

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
An amazing inn we stayed in me and my girlfriend loved it so much it was close to everything and we literally were able to watch to almost everything we did besides a few trips we took into Wilmington i definitely recommend this place if your looking for a nice and relaxing vacation
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024