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Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Carolina Beach

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Lunch and dinner served
Lunch and dinner served
Property entrance
Lunch and dinner served

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Laundry
  • Air conditioning
The current price is AU$220
includes taxes & fees
17 June - 18 June

Explore the area

Map
701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Carolina Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Room

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed

Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Carolina Beach

At Pirates Cove you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Lazy Pirate, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this Carolina Beach hotel include Kure Beach and University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to Carolina Beach
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Pirates Cove. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carolina Beach hotel.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2007
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Pirates Cove offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Carolina Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lazy Pirate

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef Motel
Drifters Reef Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef
Drifters Reef Hotel Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel
Drifters Reef Hotel
Pirates Cove Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pirates Cove?

Pirates Cove offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pirates Cove?

As of 16 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pirates Cove on 17 June 2025 start from AU$220.34, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pirates Cove?

Yep, Pirates Cove has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Pirates Cove?

Yep, Pirates Cove is a short 9-minute walk from Carolina Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball and fishing.

Does Pirates Cove have a pool?

Pirates Cove has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pirates Cove?

No, Pirates Cove does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pirates Cove?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pirates Cove?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Pirates Cove Reviews

Reviews

7.4

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 136 out of 389 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 105 out of 389 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 72 out of 389 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 389 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 389 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Had a great time properties very clean people staff is very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A fine spot for an economic nights stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Glen

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

8/10 Good

Mackenzie

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
I didn’t like that the building looked old and rubbed down. The shower didn’t work well either. The lady at the front desk was nice and the bed in my room was very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

JAMES

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
THERE WAS NOTHING UNIQUE, DIRTY FLOORS, NO WASHCLOTHS, INSIDE WAS DATED, BUT PAINT AND DECOR WAS USED TO COVER UP THE AGING. SHEETS HAD STAINS, BATHROOM SINK HAD SCRATCH MARKS. WHEN PEOPLE UPSTAIRS WALKED THE CEILING CREAKED, RESTAURANT NEXT DOOR HAD 60-90 MINUTE WAIT TIME. WE LEFT.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area love the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marlow

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Molly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Pretty good!

It was pretty much what you would expect for a motel. The mattress isn’t attached to the box spring and very easily slid away from the headboard which was irritating but not the end of the world. The staff was very kind and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

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

2/10 Terrible

Miles, Waxhaw

Uncomfortable beds, barking dogs, drunks screaming at 3 in the morning,, poor location.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Toni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorena

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
It was clean outside, the beds were uncomfortable, for the rates I paid, I have stayed in nicer, its a subpar motel with a restaurant atteaction. There are long term tenants who walk their dogs around unleashed, which makes leaving the room when i was there very stressful. It wasnt a terrible stay, but ill take my money elsewhere.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bisceglia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and cozy. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Room comfort

Great place to stay

Room was great with the exception of a couple of things that needed to be addressed which I did with the front desk. Remember to bring a hair dryer the rooms do not have one. Have stayed here many times and always enjoy it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Robert

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Can walk to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Jay

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wales the plank

Dated. Not very clean. Room was unfinished. Bedding was uncomfortable
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

4/10 Poor

Lisa

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The first room we were assigned has a bad smell and we realized it was from mold growing in the fridge that was broken. The second room's bathtub didn't have a plug and the hot water was iffy. The room was like daylight at night because there were blinds but no curtains. The walls were very thin so we heard our neighbor's entire phone conversation. Proximity to beach is good, though. Big sign at the property for $69/night.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

2/10 Terrible

Alexander

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very dirty rooms and unexpected fees.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

2/10 Terrible

Carlos

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nothing unique besides the bugs
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Nice staff restaurant right next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My second time being there and we love it!! Gonna make it our second home 😜the lazy pirate next door was some of the best food ever! The receptionist there ... Flower is her name is probably the best I've ever run across...felt like being with family!!!I definitely recommend both.. HIGHLY!!!THANKS for making the experience....a memory 🙃
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was nice and the staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edgar

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Person at the front desk great atencion
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024