Shell Island Resort

Beach, Kayaks, Sunset Cruises, Jet Ski's, Restaurants, Shopping

Nestled on the northern tip of Wrightsville Beach, Shell Island is surrounded by a sprawling expanse of sand and unparalleled views of the Atlantic Ocean, Mason's Inlet, and Figure Eight Island. This family-friendly resort and hotel boasts a front row seat to the beckoning sea and a beach that seems to stretch endlessly, making it feel like it is yours alone.Enhanced by a recent $10 million renovation, Shell Island is better than ever and looking forward to welcoming you to your most relaxing getaway yet. With the surf and sand just a few steps outside our doors, you'll find Shell Island where Lumina Road ends and the beach begins.Rooms and Amenities:Every suite is an oceanfront suite here at Shell Island. Overlooking more than 3,000 feet of beautiful Wrightsville Beach, each full-service suite sleeps from four to six people and includes one bedroom (one King Bed or two Double Beds), one and a half baths and a great room that includes the living area with full size sleeper sofa, dining area and a kitchenette. Every suite is individually owned and distinctively decorated, providing all the amenities you expect. Open the door to your own private balcony to let the sea breeze in and bring the beach just a bit closer. Features include:·Your own private, oceanfront balcony·Kitchenette, including a refrigerator, microwave, stovetop, coffee maker and blender·Color cable TV·High-speed Internet access via complimentary wi-fi network Banquet Space:Ideal for business meetings and social gatherings, Shell Island is the perfect retreat. Corporate travelers will appreciate our business center (complete with a copier and a printer), complimentary wireless Internet access, and more than 6,000 square feet of meeting space, including Wrightsville Beach's only oceanfront ballroom. Enhanced by our recent $10 million renovation, we are the ideal gathering spot for groups of all sizes. Enjoy our new oceanfront restaurant and bar complete with outdoor seating and plenty of parking available under a covered parking deck. Contemporary upgrades in both look and feel may provide just the inspiration you're looking for!Weddings:If you've always dreamed of being barefoot in the sand when you say “I do,” look no further than Shell Island for all of your wedding and reception needs. With a professional catering and wedding coordinator dedicated to your event, Shell Island can truly make your wedding day an unforgettable one. Hold your reception here in Wrightsville Beach's only oceanview ballroom, which can accommodate up to 200 people. We offer three wedding packages that can be customized to suit your wedding, including catering, floral arrangements, and custom-designed cakes, guest favors, and ice sculptures. Among breathtaking scenery on North Carolina's best beach, a wedding at Shell Island is the perfect way to begin your new life together.If you're looking for a place to spend your honeymoon or an anniversary, there's nothing more romantic than a walk on the beach. Here at Shell Island, you are literally just steps away from an endless stretch of sand on the secluded northern tip of Wrightsville Beach. Our 160 full-service suites—all oceanfront—offer relaxation and renewal on the beautiful coast of North Carolina. Come create memories to last a lifetime

Hotel Features: The majestic, beachside Shell Island Resort offers only suites with an ocean view, and it's a 100-percent smoke-free hotel. It offers complimentary parking under a covered deck. There is a gift and sundries store on-site for the convenience of guests, and the concierge desk is happy to help customize your stay.

Guest Rooms: All guest rooms are suites here, and they all have a pristine view of the ocean. Accommodations also offer dozens of amenities, including a private balcony and two flat-screen televisions with cable. In addition, there are complimentary Bath and Body Works toiletries in the bathroom. High-speed wireless Internet access is available in all suites.

Nearby Attractions: This lush, modern resort is near a lot of historical sites. The Oakdale Cemetery includes important grave sites and symbolic funerary art. The Poplar Grove Plantation preserved a homestead from the 1800s. Tours are available at the Battleship North Carolina.

Amenities: The resort's indoor and outdoor swimming pools were recently renovated and are well-kept. The on-site business center caters to both business and personal travelers. There is a hot tub, a fitness center, and a sand volleyball court on-site. A state-of-the-art fitness center is also available to all guests.

This hotel is perfect for:
-Adults looking for a quiet getaway without noisy pets in nearby rooms.
-Those who wish to stay busy with water sports.
-Couples looking for a place to hold a destination wedding.

Expert Tip : This hotel has a lot of special amenities so you may want to plan for an afternoon or evening just spent at the resort so you have a chance to try out the ones that most appeal to you.

Amenities / Features

10 miles to Wilmington Int'l Airport.Shuttle service is available from various different shuttles in the area.Avg. $14 one way.

Airport Shuttle? Sorry, no airport shuttle available.

Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.

Sorry, pets are not allowed.