The Starlite Inn

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November 2025

December 2025

Double Room, 1 King Bed | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | 1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Excellent

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Free WiFi

Explore the area

201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Carolina Beach
‪3 min walk‬
Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
‪5 min drive‬
Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
‪32 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

23 sq m
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

15 sq m
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

Similar properties

Pool
Pet-friendly
Parking included
Free WiFi

About this property

The Starlite Inn

Hotel with free parking, 3-minute walk to Carolina Beach

Free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas are available at this smoke-free hotel. Housekeeping is available on request.

The Starlite Inn offers 19 accommodations with air conditioning. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower. 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.

The Starlite Inn's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Carolina Beach. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.

Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
Free self-parking
Guests have great things to say about the beach and the helpful staff
Just a 3-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 4 minutes on foot from Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Pets welcome for a fee

WiFi is free in public spaces. Self parking is free.

This Carolina Beach hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Family friendly

Mini-fridge

Guest services

Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping (on request)

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

Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided

Entertainment

LCD TV

Food and drink

Electric kettle
Mini-fridge

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 within 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

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.

Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

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

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.

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

This property does not have a front desk. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

The Starlite Inn Hotel

The Starlite Inn Carolina Beach

The Starlite Inn Hotel Carolina Beach

The Starlite Inn Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Travelled with partner

1 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness

Disliked: Amenities

I did not like staying in a facility w no staff. When you elect a non smoking stay the hotel should not be cleaned while cleaning lady smokes. I did not like having to put my credit card online to check into my room whole paying in advance. I avoid on line credit card whenever possible After i did it i got an enail from Expedia telling me never to put it in! The lady cleaning did work hard but there was no contact. I was in room 12 and cigarette smoke woke me at 4;30 am. Maybe the cleaning scent wore off then or the neighbors woke up? I did appreciate the effort made to restore an old (retro) property rather than tear it down!

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

30 Jul 2025

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

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

25 Jul 2025

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

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

25 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

all good

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Travelled with partner

22 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very charming, simple hotel, right next to the boardwalk area and the beach. Will definitely come again.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Travelled with group

21 Jul 2025

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

Can't beat this location! Easy to check in, friendly staff, cute room and very accessible to board walk, beach, dining, etc. Appreciated the access to use the pool from the partnered location. Great stay for a weekend.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Travelled with partner

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Amenities

The rooms are updated with very cute decor. The desk manager went out of her way to help us with various requests. It is conveniently located to the beach boardwalk, restaurants, etc. However, there was dust in corners and hair on bath tiles. The room is very small. The bathroom shower was paint over tile, and the paint was chipped in large chunks. When new batteries were put in the door lock, our key codes stopped working.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

20 Jul 2025

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

Cute retro

Newly remodeled. Cute rooms. Basic. Right in the heart of Carolina Beach

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

20 Jul 2025

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

This place is not fancy, but it is clean, safe, and in a very convenient location to the boardwalk.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

20 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It was a very nice stay

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

SEK

17 Jul 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Barbara

Travelled with partner

17 Jul 2025

Had a great one night stay , only issue was unit 4 had a slow shower drain , when showering . Other than that everything else was great ! Walking distance to beach and restaurants . An ice machine would be a great add to the stay . I would stay there again : )

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Neil

15 Jul 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

alexandro

Travelled with family

11 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Convenient and amenities near bye. Ease of access to beach and shops.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alesa

10 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The location was perfect. Right across from the boardwalk and a block from the beach. The room was nice and clean. The bathroom and shower was very small. There wasn’t a microwave. It did have a nice small refrigerator that worked good. Could see the fireworks from the balcony of our room. It would’ve been nice to have a pool. But all and all it was a nice place to get away and relax.

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Travelled with family

9 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

This place is a true gem! It’s one of the most affordable motels in Carolina Beach, but that doesn’t mean it’s not fantastic! It’s extremely close to the boardwalk and beach access. Recent renovations have made the rooms beautiful and themed to the beach. I only two complaints; there’s no microwave, and the shower head is a little low on the wall. If you plan ahead, or don’t usually care about microwaves, it’s okay! And, while I’m 6’1”, I made do with the shower just fine! I’ll definitely be back again; this motel is perfect for a weekend getaway!

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

7 Jul 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Check-in was all done online and went very smoothly. The room is open and very clean with themed murals on the walls and extremely comfortable beds

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

4 Jul 2025

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

Fun Little Place

First, this place won’t be for everyone. It was great for my wife and I, as these are the type of places we like. If you’re looking for everything perfect, this isn’t the place for you. However, if you’re looking for a fun, modern, neat little place, this is it. It was clean and put together well. The location is great with lots of places to eat right by, and quick beach access. I can see how it may be a little loud at night, but again this doesn’t bother my wife and I. Communication with office was very well. We would stay here again

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family, Travelled with group

28 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The Starlite Inn was a great place to stay for the weekend. It’s conveniently located near the boardwalk, beach, and numerous restaurants. The staff was very helpful and made sure we were comfortable. We will be staying here again. 10/10

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

28 Jun 2025

The property has been recently renovated. Great location in the middle of the boardwalk. Staff is extremely helpful and polite. We have already booked our next trip.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mikhail

24 Jun 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Good location. Close to the beach

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Stacey

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner

23 Jun 2025

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

Beautiful reno of a retro motel. Management was super excellent communication. The only issue was the shower - it was literally the worst pressure and thus the worst shower I’ve ever had in my life. The plumbing is obviously not renovated.

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025