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Hotel Description

A family-friendly stay in Carolina Beach awaits you at Dry Dock Inn. Within a 20-minute stroll, you'll find Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach State Park. Highlights at this motel include 2 outdoor swimming pools, 8 beach bars, and free self parking.

Enjoy the seasonal outdoor swimming pool and pool loungers. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a garden, and gas grills. There's also the convenience of limited parking.

With a stay at this 3-star Carolina Beach motel, you'll be 3.3 km (2 mi) from Carolina Beach Fishing Pier and 3.4 km (2.1 mi) from Freeman Park.

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$164* Per night/room 30 Apr. - 1 May

Premium Quadruple Room

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Traditional Single Room

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Signature Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 6 Max

Family Apartment

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Property Features

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. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Dry Dock Inn. 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.

  • 37 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 8 bars on the beach
  • Built in 1970
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Garden
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Microwave

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

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. Full-sized refrigerators/freezers and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. This Carolina Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels. Renovation of all guestrooms was completed in May 2023.

  • Smart television
  • Cable channels
  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Iron and ironing board available
  • Exterior corridor access
  • Air conditioning
  • Unique furnishings
  • Unique decor

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9:00 PM

Special check-in instructions:

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance.

Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. 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. For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • No lifts
  • Children stay free
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Number of children who can stay for free – 2
  • Guests will receive an email with special check-in instructions
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Private entrance
  • Smoke detector
  • Children stay free - maximum age 12
  • Guest will receive an email before arrival 24 hours
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property is not currently implementing any guest safety measures
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Restricted number of spaces per unit
  • Number of spaces per unit - 1
  • Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (CDC)
  • Guests must register online prior to arrival
  • Virtual front desk

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.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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

Hotel Names

  • 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

You should know

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 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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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.