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Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

4.0 star property
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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
55-inch LCD TV with digital channels, TV, ping pong
Balcony
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe
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Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service
  • Bar

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275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Aussie Island Surf Shop
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬
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Soundside Queen

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Soundside King

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Soundside Queen - ADA

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Surfside Deluxe King with Balcony

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfside King with Shower - ADA

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Soundside King

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Surfside King

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfside King with Balcony

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Soundside King - ADA

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfside Double Queen with Balcony

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Surfside King Suite with Balcony

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Surfside Double Queen - ADA

  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Deluxe Garden Suite

  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Surfside Double Queen

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Surfside King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About this property

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Spend the day relaxing on the beach or at a marina before returning for a meal at one of Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy's 2 restaurants.
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy offers 151 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

A marina and complimentary bicycles are featured at the resort. An outdoor pool and Access to hot tub are on site. Other recreational amenities include a sauna and a 24-hour fitness centre.

Children aged under 16 years old are not allowed in the swimming pool, fitness facility or hot tub without adult supervision.

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

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the pool at Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Wrightsville Beach. Free WiFi in public areas, 2 restaurants and an outdoor pool are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • For dining with garden views, stop by La Duna Paradiso, one of the property's 2 restaurants
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Valet parking available for a fee
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool or soak in the hot tub
  • Services include a concierge, tour or ticket assistance and a porter
  • On-site recreation includes a 24-hour gym, a sauna and complimentary bicycles
  • Guests have great things to say about the pool and the location
  • Steps from Wrightsville Beach and 10 minutes by car from University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy such as a marina, an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a hot tub and a sauna. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy was completed in January 2025.

This 4-star Wrightsville Beach resort is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy a cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.
La Duna Paradiso – Overlooking the garden, this fine-dining restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting).
Blockade Surf Bar – This beachfront restaurant serves lunch and light fare. Guests can order drinks at the bar and enjoy al fresco dining (weather permitting). A children's menu is available. Open daily.
Bar Duna – This lobby lounge only serves light fare. Open daily.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Duna
  • Blockade Surf Bar
  • La Duna Paradiso

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • First-run films
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February and March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 42.93 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness centre access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Spa access
  • Hot tub access

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 15.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

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
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 smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. The credit card used when booking the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo ID. Other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival. At the property, quiet hours are enforced between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
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

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Blockade Beach Runner Resort
Blockade Runner
Blockade Runner Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Blockade Runner Resort
Runner Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Resort Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Hotel Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Wrightsville
Trailborn Surf Sound
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Wrightsville Beach
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort Wrightsville Beach

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 139 out of 234 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 43 out of 234 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 234 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 234 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 234 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
We stayed at Trailborn Surf & Sound July 22-25th. Whilst our stay was very pleasant and no complaints, the property fell down in their billing and overcharging. The front desk were unable to provide the billing statement on departure, and then made 4 charges to our credit card - which did not add up to the amount on the statement once available. Trailborn did adjust three of the incorrect charges and debited the intended amount, but left one incorrect charge. The billing staff were initially responsive and said this 4th erroneous charge (smallest of all charges) would be refunded in 5-10 business days. This time elapsed and Trailborn became unresponsive - I had to go to my credit card to dispute the charge, which was refunded. Disappointing result.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shannon

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Awful experience. We left early. Couldn’t check in to the hotel until 530pm. Didn’t have pack and play that I called twice to be sure they had. Phone in rooms don’t work
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra, Charlotte

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

8/10 Good

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff stated I would receive a $25 day food credit and didn’t see it on my bill.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Sharla

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harvey, Durham

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great beach location, great pasta and seafood restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIDGET

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Naomi

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overpriced and Overrun with Flies

We’ve stayed in many places, and this hotel was definitely overpriced for the experience we had. The bathroom sink was clogged with hair that wasn’t ours, making it almost unusable. The outdoor area was poorly maintained, and the food was inedible because of the overwhelming number of flies and garbage nearby. Drinks took 15–20 minutes to arrive, even though the bar wasn’t busy. The pool area was dirty, with leftover food and bugs everywhere. Overall, very disappointing.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Very nice staff. Nice room upgrades
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Fav spot in Wrightsville/Wilmington

Love this hotel! Beach chic renovations to a classic older property with the BEST beachfront access. Second time staying here and we booked again for Sept. Staff helpful and friendly, coffee and poolside cocktails delish and valets super helpful in a somewhat hectic parking lot. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always LOVE our stays at Trailborn surf and sound in Wrightsville Beach. Until next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility was clean & well kept. The staff was amazing. A special shout out to front desk employees Reece & Robert, bartenders Savannah & Wyatt, and lead building engineer Matt. You all made our visit extra special!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The hotel was lovely. Unfortunately, there room had a strong odor. The hotel had maintenance spray a “deodorizer”, but it just added a strong floral smell into the mix. The hotel was at full capacity so we had to ask for a refund and move to another hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

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

Pleasant stay

Everything was wonderful. I really thought it was nice that they don’t charge for chairs, umbrellas, and even boogie boards for the kids down at the beach. We had a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Location

It was our second time staying here. While the majority of the room was clean, behind the bed there was hair and some debris. It took over 2 hours for us to check in. Rooms were not ready and it was well past check in time. Great location and good restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with group
Liked: Amenities
The resort was good, not great. The bathrooms were very small. The resort seemed short staffed. Daily room cleaning and new towel service was not provided, we had to go get new towels every day ourselves. Even when we requested it, we were told they would see what they could do. Beach was good, and beach personnel were good. Enjoyed the area restaurants. Enjoyed the Sunset boat cruise associated with the resort.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

mary

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service
Customer service is awful. The pool was dirty and pool bar was an hour late opening up. They don’t sell water in their lobby. Also, we made a reservation while we were there to come another time and they messed it up three times. They were also using my email address for other clients and they aren’t sure how it happened. I was getting notifications for different clients all under my email. They still can’t explain how it happened.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Marianne

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

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

Family weekend

Family gathering returning to Wrightsville beach. We stayed at Blockade Runner a few years ago. We heard through friends that it had been renovated. We had enjoyed the outdoor area and tee beach previously but the inside was old. Nicely refurbished hotel. They need to publish how they take payment. ( upfront everything, partial payment for rooms or at desk on arrival but not soculent one thing and do another)
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maxim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
From the moment we arrived, the staff made us feel welcomed. The check in was quick and easy. Our room was also very clean and well maintained. We really enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to come back to Trailborn Surf & Sound!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

sarah

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Joanne

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025