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The Sand Dunes

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio
Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Aerial view

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
The current price is $195
$173 nightly
$195 total
Total with taxes and fees
Jun 21 - Jun 22

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133 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, NC, 28449
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Ocean Front Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

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Suite, Oceanfront | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • Sea view
  • 450 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 358 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • City view
  • 226 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • 220 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • City view
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(6 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Kure Beach

With a stay at The Sand Dunes in Kure Beach, you'll be on the beach, just steps from Kure Beach and a 2-minute drive from Carolina Beach. .This beach hotel is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and 2.8 mi (4.5 km) from North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Ocean Front Park - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Joe Eakes Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬6 min drive

About this property

The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal outdoor pool.
Make yourself at home in one of the 38 air-conditioned rooms featuring refrigerators and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include microwaves and coffee/tea makers, and housekeeping is provided once per stay.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a terrace.
Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

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
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Virtual front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 56.50
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 56.50

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449]
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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests will receive a text message at 11 AM on the check-in date with check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

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

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 56.50 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 56.50 (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April 15 to October 15
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

The Sand Dunes Hotel
The Sand Dunes Kure Beach
The Sand Dunes Hotel Kure Beach

The Sand Dunes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 368 out of 584 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 584 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 53 out of 584 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 584 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 584 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot on the beach. Staff was kind and friendly. Water pressure in room wasn’t great but doable. The parking lot is very, very small and tight. My car got scraped by someone:( There are cameras but don’t work!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Carmen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay and how close it was from the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marsha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very peaceful
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to pier and comfortable beds.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wiriya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location & staff. We have a wonderful stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place for a quick get away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liberalino

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property is nice and acces to the beach is wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

KARTIK

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amazing beach views
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the beach which was perfect! Hotel is old but has charm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

JERICO

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a excellent stay and very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Overall this was a nice place to stay on the beach within walking distance of many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay—the view from the balcony was great of the ocean. Great walking distance to the pier and main restaurants of Kure beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Amenities
The staff were very helpful and professional. I truly enjoyed my stay. I look forward to returning in the future😃
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Charlene

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room with kitchen on the beach. Walking distance to the pier. It was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice quiet place within walking distance to the pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Basic, but clean room. Everything we could want. Kitchenette, balcony, bath. We were in town for the New Years celebrations. This was the perfect location. Close enough for an easy walk to the pier. Great soundproofing. Didn't hear a thing from inside the room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The interior of the hotel was very nice. It was very clean and the bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alyna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, we absolutely loved the keyless entry! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Wes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the best place for a family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Kure Beach, away from crowd but close to restauran

Amazing location. Cloudy and windy but still enjoyed beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was fabulous and great view of the ocean
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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8/10 Good

Kristi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It is a no frills motel, but was clean and convenient to restaurants and the beach. It also has a dedicated parking lot.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Rae

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average but the location was excellent. FYI this hotel takes dogs. There was a dog barking on the balcony and one that was swimming in the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Roni

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great for a weekend getaway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025