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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
Beachfront, with outdoor pool

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Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed
Property preview
Outdoor wedding area
Poolside bar
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Breakfast available
  • Bar
  • Laundry

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2700 N Lumina Avenue, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Wrightsville SUP
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Room options

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Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(219 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Traditional Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

Traditional Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(92 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(52 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

View all photos for Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 56 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the area

Wrightsville Beach

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites places you steps from Wrightsville Beach and within a short 5-minute stroll of Figure Eight Island. Highlights at this beachfront resort include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and an indoor swimming pool. .The restaurant, Shell Island Restaurant, is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The resort's own lounge bar and beach bar are nice places to enjoy a drink. Spend the day at the beach and enjoy the on-site gym and pool loungers. Additionally, you'll find free wired Internet in public areas, a 24-hour business centre and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 3.5-property class Shell Island resort include University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Riverwalk.
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What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 12 min drive - 10.4 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 13 min drive - 11.8 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jerry Allen's Sports Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Drift Coffee - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Poe's Tavern - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Beachfront, with outdoor pool
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offers its guests an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and wired Internet is free in public spaces.

A 24-hour business centre and 4 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this resort measures 11 square feet (1 square metres) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Wrightsville Beach resort is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 143 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 11 sq ft of conference space
  • 1 sq. m of conference space
  • Built in 1984
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Business centre (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offers 143 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. This individually decorated and furnished accommodation includes double sofa beds and dining tables. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Accommodation at this 3.5-star resort has kitchenettes with stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include telephones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Covered parking on site (USD 10.70 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Shell Island Restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Gym
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Dining table
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 11 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • 4 meeting rooms
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Beach towels
  • Garden
  • On the bay
  • On the beach
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Double sofa bed

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Freezer
  • Hob
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Recycling

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per stay
  • Resort fee: USD 26.75 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Business centre/computer access
  • Fitness centre access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

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 5 to 15 for adults and USD 5 to 15 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: USD 10.70 per day (in/out privileges)

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Children aged 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Shell Island All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach
Shell Island Resort All Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach
Shell Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Oceanfront Suites
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Resort
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Yep, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites has a covered self car park with in/out privileges for USD 10.70 per day. Onsite parking is limited (max 2 spaces per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Yep, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is a short 1-minute walk from Wrightsville Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, jet skiing and surfing. You can also find motor boats and boat tours.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites has an outdoor pool and an indoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying under the shade of an umbrella and with a coldie from the bar.

What makes Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus private balconies in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites serve breakfast?

You bet, cooked-to-order breakfast is offered daily between 8:00 AM and 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

No, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

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

What time are check-in & check-out at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites Reviews

8.4

Very good

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 761 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 415 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1548 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1548 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika

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

Great resort

My family and I had a wonderful stay at Shell Island! The room was wonderful and we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Limor

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Krista

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angel

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful oceanfront resort with miles of walkable beaches
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Barbara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I want to be clear why this gets a terrible rating from me. I have stayed before and it is a lovely stay. However DO NOT book with Expedia, I cancelled in appropriate window, only to be told I didn't cancel, then called resort to confirm there was no reservation for me, and then day of they still had me booked! They charged me $379 for one night that I never stayed. SO frustrating. Neither Expedia or Resort could help me and again, I did cancel in appropriate window.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

EMERY

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hidden Gem. Will book again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Hasan

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Mark

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our third time staying here. This place has gone downhill. It is dirty, the front desk staff are very rude, the rooms are in bad shape and not well stocked. The common areas are not air conditioned. On our fifth and final night there was a fire alarm at 1 am. Everyone was evacuated. After 1 hour outside we were let back in. Turns out the sprinkler system failed in the room right over ours. IT was coming through the roof in the bedroom makinf the room unlivable. We got a room to sleep in and asked management not to do anything with the other room since our belongings were in there. The room they put us in was equally as bad, the bed was a shambles and fell apart as we laid on it. The next morning we went back to our room to pack. We found the door propped open, and several fans placed around to dry it out. Of course it was still leaking from above so it would never dry out. But the worst was, all our stuff was in the room and the room was wide open. Anyone could have come in stole our stuff. Terrible experience. Stay away from this place as every room is privately owned and the management company doesn't care about anything since its not their rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful and not an overcrowded beach
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Timothy

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent beach front property and great staff!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacey P

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best value on Wrightsville Beach!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and the views were amazing. We did have trouble with the ac in our room on one of the days and the staff was very prompt on getting it going again. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness
The suites are spacious and have good kitchenettes. Great view of the ocean and it is nice to be at the end of the island. The marsh on the other side of the hotel is a great place to explore. The beach is great but the pool is abit small.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Elizabeth, Chapel Hill

Travelled with family
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Shell Island resort is in a great location being right on the beach. It’s convenient that they have a restaurant on site. The amenities are decent but in need of a facelift. The units need refurbishing in terms of the furniture and the fixtures in the bathroom, which were coming out of the wall and rusted. Everything is a little worn out. The staff were generally friendly and helpful. There are pool towels, which is convenient. Overall good place to stay if you don’t mind a little shabbiness. We will probably stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

richard

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Poorly decorated dark and gloomy room at a beach would she be a bright room. You never know how the rooms will be decorated when you stay there since individually owned.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities
Resort staff are absolutely amazing and super kind and helpful. The unit that we stayed in was dated and the pullout sofa was dirty. All upholstered surfaces had stains and rips. The sink drain in the bathroom is very rusted The palm tree had grown over the balcony so you couldn’t sit out there without the palms slapping you.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Girls trip

It was nothing real fancy, but very quiet, relaxing and room was comfortable. It was at the very end of the island, so very little traffic and uncrowded beach. Unfortunately the bar/restaurant was closed both days we were there but could easily access other places via Uber or Uber Eats.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kesia

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaleb

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

LaCrissa

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We did not know this resort had units that were privately owned and rented out. The unit looked nice, but silverware was dirty, cutting knives were duller than a butter knife and dirty, a few towels had bad stains, fridge smelled horrible, glass was not cleaned, the smell was mildewed and gave me a headache and I have asthma. It was so bad I couldn’t sleep. Restaurant was closed - had to drive back into town for food. Good things-friendly staff, 2 pools and right on the beach, covered parking. Overall - very disappointing- I would never pay $300-400 a night! Not even $100- thankfully I had a credit from Expedia!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

james

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer, Midlothian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Best part of Shell Island Resort is the BEACH! Incredible location. Awesome rooms too
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael, Flagstaff

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Shell Island….she’s tired

While the location is perfect the facilities could use a little love….peeling paint in bathrooms, leaks around balcony doors and windows in common areas as well as what looked to be a roof leak directly in front of the reception desk. First night there we had no bedding for the sofa bed as they “ran out”. We did get it the next day but what lodging facility runs out of bedding? Complementary coffee in the lobby would be a welcome addition. While we enjoyed family time I doubt we would rebook simply due to the maintenance needed to the facilities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025