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Dry Dock Inn

3.0 star property

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An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.
Comfort Suite with Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)
A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.
A covered corridor with white brick walls, wooden beams, and a metal railing.
Reception

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Bar
The current price is $167
$148 nightly
$167 total
Total with taxes and fees
Aug 26 - Aug 27

Explore the area

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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

Room options

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Comfort Suite with Kitchenette | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Comfort Suite with Kitchenette

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Room | Premium bedding, iron/ironing board (on request), WiFi (free)

Queen Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(36 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a refrigerator, a wooden accent wall, and a bathroom with a mirror and sink.

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(27 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern bedroom with a large bed, wooden headboard, bedside tables with lamps, a gray wall, and a wooden floor.

King Room with Sofa Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a microwave, and a nightstand.

King Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a wall-mounted artwork, and a radiator.

Premium Queen Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, and two framed pictures on the wall.

Double Queen Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly arranged bedroom with a bed, bedside lamps, and a wall adorned with framed artwork.

Double Room with Kitchenette

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free WiFi

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A modern living room with a brown leather sofa, a red patterned rug, a dining area with stools, and a small side table.

2 Bed 2 Bath Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A balcony with two tables and chairs, a hanging flower pot, and a view of a residential area.

2 Bed Apartment with Balcony

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

When you stay at Dry Dock Inn in Carolina Beach, you'll be in the entertainment district, within a 5-minute drive of Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park. .This family-friendly motel is 2 mi (3.3 km) from Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Freeman Park.
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What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 2 min drive - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Riko's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪K38 Baja Grill - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs 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.

Make yourself at home in one of the 37 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring microwaves and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms feature bathtubs, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a seasonal outdoor pool or take in the view from a garden. This motel also features complimentary wireless internet access, a picnic area, and gas grills.
Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 8 beach bars.
Featured amenities include express check-in and express check-out. Free self parking is available onsite.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • 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)

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
  • Smoking not allowed

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)
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
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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Dry Dock Vacation Club Motel Carolina Beach
Dry Dock Vacation Club Motel
Dry Dock Vacation Club Carolina Beach
Dry Dock Vacation Club
Dry Dock Inn Motel
Dry Dock Vacation Club
Dry Dock Inn Carolina Beach
Dry Dock Inn Motel Carolina Beach

Dry Dock Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 578 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 277 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 32 out of 1026 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1026 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Victor

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We loved that everything was in walking distance for sure will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
One block from beach but our stay was wonderful! We love dry dock inn! This was our third time staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great staff, kitchen fully equipped
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bella

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a fantastic spot to stay. 10/10 will be back likely next month :)
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and access to anything you need to have fun at Carolina Beach! Easy check in and check out. Everything was very clean and staff was nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So welcoming!! Great location. Cute rooms, and nice pools!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jamila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love what they have done with the place. I love the remodeling. It looks great very clean. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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

Andrew

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

8/10 Good

Veronica

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very small, but cute and clean👍
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and affordable. Only complaint is microwave was dirty but other than that it was nice for the price we paid.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was very clean and well appointed. The kitchenette was stocked with dishes and silverware. I only wish we could have check in earlier. We will stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just book it!! Im a picky person and hard to please. I LOVED my stay there! And I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Clinton

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

6/10 Okay

Leanna

Nice staff, broken beds, sketchy locks
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JoAnn

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

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

10/10 Excellent

Kerri

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

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
Verified

8/10 Good

Ellen

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was a great little place for my boyfriend and I for spring break! It’s right in the downtown and everywhere we wanted to go was walking distance. The owners were very nice and replied very efficiently, very accommodating with letting us park in the lot even though we arrived early for our reservation, and letting us add on a late checkout. It was nothing fancy but was clean, affordable, and worked perfectly for what we needed at a good price!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026