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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
3.5-star beachfront resort near Wrightsville Beach

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Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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Exterior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(228 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Traditional Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(95 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(44 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 600 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

On the beach.At this Shell Island resort, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island. Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 11 min drive - 6.1 miles
  • Riverwalk - 20 min drive - 15.1 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 35 min drive - 22.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Poe's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5-star beachfront resort near Wrightsville Beach
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar, and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and wired Internet is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business center and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this resort measures 11 square feet (1 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Wrightsville Beach resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 1 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1984
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offers 143 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. These individually decorated and furnished accommodations include double sofa beds and dining tables. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodations at this 3.5-star resort have kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10.70 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

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 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from December 10 2025 to March 19 2026 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours on weekdays. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • 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:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 26.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Business center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 15 for adults, and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: USD 10.70 per day (in/out privileges)

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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shell Island All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach
Shell Island Resort All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach
Shell Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Resort
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites to the airport?

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is 11.5 mi (20-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 Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

As of Feb 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites on Feb 22, 2026 start from $130.66, 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 Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites.

How close is Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites to the beach?

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

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 15 for adults, USD 5 and 15 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

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

Is there free parking at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Self parking is available for USD 10.70 per day.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a pool?

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites features an indoor pool and an outdoor pool.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this resort.

How close is Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites to downtown Wrightsville Beach?

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is 2.1 mi away from Wrightsville Beach.

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 774 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 399 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 218 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 116 out of 1549 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1549 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

mike

Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Room was a bit dated. Under each sink was mold from water leaks. Doorwall to balcony would not lock.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Edward

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Bathroom cleanliness, and mattress was old and worn, staff was amazing, bar keep was great. location was breathtaking, wish room service was available during off season
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love that Shell Island has all beachfront views, and all are gorgeous!!! The staff are all friendly and helpful. I love that they have a restaurant right in the hotel. This was a great stay. I will come back again and again!!!
Pre-sunrise from my balcony!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Edward

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean, view was good, and it was quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

4/10 Poor

Loudera

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

SONIA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved my stay at Shell Island Resort! The staff were great, my room was clean, (King) huge, kitchenette was so handy, a separate living space w a big flatscreen tv and then…there is the most stunning part of this Resort…a full balcony with comfy chairs and a table with OCEAN FRONT VIEWS!!! For those who love the sea and from one who grew up by the Sea I can’t get enough! I will be back often! Even if it’s cold outside being by the sea, there’s nothing more relaxing to the human mind and body. I give Shell Island Resort a 10 star rating!!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The location was great. Staff was friendly and helpful. Our stay was quiet and relaxing. Amenities were adequate. The property is overdue for a remodel. The room desperately needed some TLC. A deep cleaning and an updating, Overall, it was a very nice getaway and we would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

vytautas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful beach view, very clean helpful staff
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Corey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Ocean view
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Cleanliness
The room just wasnt clean like before
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis

Traveled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina, El Paso

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clint

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great views, incredibly helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Nice room, great ocean views, comfortable bed. But check in at 4 when the only onsite restaurant closes at 4 most days is a problem for hungry weary travelers.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Denise

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location and ocean views were excellent. The front desk people were friendly and helpful. The room itself needs updating. The heavy drapes and heavy furniture make it seem a little dark and dingy. While it was cleaned from the last visitor, it wasn’t freshened up and was dusty. That all said, the views were spectacular!
Woke up to this every morning.
Even on the day it rained the view was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great room and amenities. Both pools are great. Just a great place to stay. Wonderful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Micheala

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Shell Island is the perfect getaway for locals summer. It is on the quiet north end of Wrightsville Beach with friendly staff and beautiful views from your room and balcony. It is nothing fancy but perfect for what it is.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025