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Dry Dock Inn

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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Bar

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300 S. Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Place, Carolina Beach Lake Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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  • Sleeps 6
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  • Free Wi-Fi

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Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(35 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium Queen Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Premium Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Queen Room | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

Double Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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2 Bed Apartment with Balcony | Premium bedding, individually decorated, individually furnished

2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Dry Dock Inn

This smoke-free motel features 2 outdoor pools, 8 beach bars and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out and a garden.
Dry Dock Inn offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors, and features coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a bath and complimentary toiletries. This Carolina Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.

Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dry Dock Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Carolina Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, free self-parking and 2 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the 8 beach bars
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • Guests have great things to say about the helpful staff and the clean guestrooms
  • 10 minutes by foot from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and a 2-minute drive from Carolina Beach State Park
Dry Dock Inn offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 8 beach bars. The family-friendly Dry Dock Inn also features barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Dry Dock Inn was completed in May 2023.

This 3-star Carolina Beach motel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • 8 beach bars

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

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

Express check-in available

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests

Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle mobile app before check-in

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g. directions)

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult when using existing bedding.
  • 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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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.

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. 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. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle mobile app before check-in. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g. directions). For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.
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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in May and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 12 years old and younger stay free per registered adult in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Dry Dock Inn.

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Dry Dock Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 522 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 297 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 120 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 36 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1006 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet, sufficient, and an easy walk to the beach and restaurants
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eugenie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
One of the nicest beach hotels with a great staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location room verynice and clean
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean, quiet, a perfect location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Cute beachy place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Craig

I know it was off season & the staff would not be there, but they were there in always texting me to see how things were going & if we needed anything. That was nice that we were though of & not forgotten. Nice cozy place with good winter rates.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with a friendly staff and short walk to beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Josie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful rooms, nice employees, super close to the beach!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Alisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great! Short walk to the beach!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family friendly and rooms are super clean and cute. the staff is excellent in helping with suggestions for restaurants and remembering us from a previous visit.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jay

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Staff & service
Clean rooms well taken care of.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Fahima

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the place and the experience. Clean and staff are very nice , definitely will be back there!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and clean, cutely decorated. Motel is close to the boardwalk, restaurants, bars and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Robert

Disliked: Staff & service

Nice vacation spot

I would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aleksei

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We really liked it: it was convenient and comfortable to relax.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had such a fantastic stay! Bed was comfy, room was very clean and staff was beyond ANAZING!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cozy spot walking distance from the beach. I highly recommend! You can tell the owners really care about their guest with the little details they’ve added in the rooms, I loved my stay!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place, close to the boardwalk!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charisma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Yes everything was clean beautiful room very cozy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and cute room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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6/10 Okay

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient to everything, attentive staff, quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023