$239 Avg/night
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Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

3 stars
100 Charlotte Avenue, 100 CHARLOTTE AVE, Carolina Beach, NC 28428
Hotel Overview
Reviewer score
4.4
out of 5
22 reviews
Great beachfront stay for a great price!

Loved indoor and outdoor pool, directly on the beach, walking distance to restaurants. All rooms... See full review

  • SarahandGeorgia
  • May 17, 2013
Less Than NO Complaints

If I had to find fault it would be the entrance to the parking lot off the street, without GPS or... See full review

  • Supervan
  • Feb 25, 2013
Carolina Beach hotel steps from the sand with free Wi-Fi, pools, more
The Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach offers an unbeatable location, two blocks from the marina and steps from the sand and the boardwalk. Attractions like Kure Beach, Fort Fisher and Wrightsville Beach are minutes away. The Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach features indoor and outdoor pools, a whirlpool and a fitness center. Spacious rooms and suites offer 32-inch flat-screen TVs, mini refrigerators, microwaves and balconies facing the Atlantic Ocean. SeaSide Bistro serves three meals a day along with ocean views, and Starbucks is on-site.
Highlights
  • Beachfront location
  • Free wired/wireless Internet
  • Outdoor and indoor pools, whirlpool
  • Rooms with microwaves, refrigerators
Rooms
The 144 spacious, modern rooms and suites at the Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach offer one king or two queen beds decorated in neutral shades with bold splashes of crimson. Amenities also include free wired/wireless Internet, 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable and movies on-demand, microwaves, refrigerators, balconies with ocean views, a sofa, a desk, a coffee-maker, a hair-dryer, desk, an iron and an ironing board. Suites offer separate sitting and dining areas. Some suites have a whirlpool.
Features
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach guests enjoy a variety of activities, starting with the sun, sand and surf of Carolina Beach and the boardwalk, just steps away. Guests also lounge on the sundeck with a book, swim in the indoor or outdoor pools, or relax in the bubbling whirlpool. The fitness center provides a way for travelers to burn calories, and the sundry shop sells snacks and forgotten items like sunscreen.
Dining
Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach guests don't have to leave the hotel, as the SeaSide Bistro serves up a variety of steaks, seafood, salads, sandwiches and local specialties for lunch (seasonal) and dinner. The Bistro also offers satisfying breakfasts and a menu for kids. Travelers perk up with their favorite specialty coffee drinks at the on-site Starbucks.
Transportation
  • Wilmington International Airport (20.2 mi/32.5 km)
Attractions
  • Fort Fisher (4.5 mi/7.2 km)
  • Jungle Rapids Family Park (14 mi/22.5 km)
  • UNC Wilmington (14.5 mi/23.3 km)
  • Children's Museum (15.2 mi/24.5 km)
  • Wilmington Riverwalk (15.4 mi/24.8 km)
  • Bellamy Mansion (15.5 mi/24.9 km)
  • Cape Fear Museum (15.6 mi/25.1 km)
  • USS North Carolina (16.2 mi/26.1 km)
  • Screen Gems Studio (18 mi/29 km)
  • Wrightsville Beach (19.1 mi/30.7 km)
Business
  • Free wired/wireless Internet
  • Offers 5,903 square feet of meeting space that fits 30 to 300
  • Audiovisual equipment, catering available
  • Business center with print and fax service

Amenities

  • High-speed internet
  • FREE parking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Smoke-free policy
General
Air conditioned
Smoke-free policy
Elevators
Ice machine
Activities
Outdoor pool
Fitness center or spa
Health club
Exercise gym
Tennis
Water skiing
Horseback riding
Scuba diving
Dining
Bar/Lounge
Restaurant
Coffee maker in room
Coffee shop
Vending machines
Services
24 hour front desk
Business center
Maid service
Laundry service
Express check in
Guest laundromat
Express checkout
Babysitting/Child services
Laundry/Valet services
Security
Wake-up service
Safe deposit box
Meeting/Banquet facilities
Car rental desk
Barber shop
Barber/Beauty shop
FAX
Gift shop
Currency exchange
Drugstore
Florist
Internet
High-speed internet
Parking
FREE parking
Parking
Accessibility
Accessible facilities
Accessible parking
Room
Television with cable
Radio
Phone with speaker
Telephone
AM/FM alarm clock
Free newspaper
Hairdryer in room
Microwave
Outlet adapters
Cribs available
Sofa bed
Temperature control
Shower
Iron
Ironing board

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Hotel Map

34.0327 -77.8946
Area served
Wilmington, NC
Nearby airports
Wilmington International Airport, (ILM), 18.50, MI, SE; Raleigh-Durham International Airport, (RDU), 156.00, MI, SE; Myrtle Beach International Airport, (MYR), 92.20, MI, NW;
Area description
Resort, Location Type: Resort

Dining

The Bistro – Eat. Drink. Connect.®
Your food and beverage destination for refreshing breakfast choices in the morning, and a variety of dinner, beer and wine options in the evening. The Bistro also offers specialty beverages made with Starbucks® coffee to help you get a jump on the day.

Hotel Policies

Check-in:
04:00 PM
Check-out:
11:00 AM

Terms and conditions

Rates quoted in currencies other than the hotel's base currency are subject to the rate of the international exchange. Rate may change throughout stay. Rate may reflect average nightly rate. Extra charges may apply. Incidental charges, such as room service, are not included in the rate.

The amenities and/or facilities may not be located at the hotel, but within a reasonable distance, and additional charges may apply for use.

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Guest Reviews (22)

Ratings and reviews for Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Overall score

4.4 / 5
22 out of 22
Amenities:
4.3
Room cleanliness:
4.4
Hotel staff:
4.6
Room comfort:
4.3
Location:
4.8
Value:
4.2

100% would recommend to a friend.

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Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

5
SarahandGeorgia
Raleigh, NC
May 17, 2013

Great beachfront stay for a great price!

Loved indoor and outdoor pool, directly on the beach, walking distance to restaurants. All rooms are oceanfront. Great food also. Great beach stay!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
5
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
Garner Crew
Garner, NC
May 15, 2013

Mother's Day Getaway

This was a great trip! The hotel was a perfect location. Being right on the beach was so relaxing and the hotel was very kid friendly. I can't wait to come back!!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
Mister Man
Carolina Beach, North Carolina
Mar 11, 2013

On the Beach

Very nice 2 day stay, weather was great, veiw was great.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

5
Supervan
NYC
Feb 25, 2013

Less Than NO Complaints

If I had to find fault it would be the entrance to the parking lot off the street, without GPS or being there before its an easy miss. Coming from the main land its past the hotel. Other than that there is nothing bad to say about the hotel only good. Sue at checkin was fabulous, the room spacious and well designed. Dual bathroom area was the size of some motel rooms, the main area behind a lockable door and a changing/ primping area in the hall leading there. Mini fridge and K cup maker. Seperate shampoo and conditioner lets you get your hair just right. Real full time non smoking hotel- Yes, there is a huge difference between non smoking rooms and the entire hotel. Got to go back in the summer, outdoor pool, deck, beach, boardwalk and the whole community are all open then- let me rephrase, the hotel has an indoor pool & hot tub, the big outside one was also open but in mid Feb a little cold for swimming.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
5
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
5
Location:
5
Value:
4
Sightseeing tip: Not Applicable

Feb is tough in Carolina Beach. Fort Fisher, the aquarium are really the only things open. You have to go North West into Wilmington for stuff to do.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
Traveling Pharmacist
Business
Charlotte, NC
Oct 24, 2012

Diamond in the Rough

This hotel was a fantastic find! The staff was extremely friendly and accomodating. The restaurant downstairs was magnificent, and the view was amazing. I couldn't have asked for more! Would stay here every time!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
3
Value:
4
Trip purpose:

Business

Dining tip: In Hotel

Amazing

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
Miss Tammy
Carolina Beach, NC
Sep 24, 2012

Thin Walls

We had a sleepless vacation at this Marriott. The famly next door to us had 2 little kids that screamed all the time. They were up till midnight every night and back up early every morning. We tried to run the AC to drown out the noise, but it didn't help much. We banged on the wall and asked them to lower their noise level, but they did nothing to keep their kids quiter. Frustrating!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
2
Location:
5
Value:
4
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

The Deck House has delicious seafood and steak.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

5
Scooper33
Raleigh, NC
Aug 27, 2012

Great Experience

The staff here is just amazing! They were so accommodating and super nice! The hotel is right on the beach and is totally worth staying here! I would go back again!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
4
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Nightlife tip: Not Applicable

There isn't a huge night life here so if you are looking to go out I wouldn't stay on Carolina Beach. It is definitely more of a family beach

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

3
katenjshops
Wayne, NJ
Aug 24, 2012

Good Location

The hotel is located right on the beach which makes beach trips to and from the room easy. The housekeeping services are lacking greatly. For at least 3 out of the 5 days we stayed, our room had not been cleaned yet and it was after 3pm. We had to call the management to complain each time which prompted staff to arrive shortly thereafter. The hotel is located next to an amusement area which definitely has some shady characters hanging out by the rides and small shops. The indoor pool is very small and there are kids in it constantly with no adult supervision. The Starbucks located in the hotel is a major plus!

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
3
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
4
Money-saving tip: Short walk from hotel

Get waters for the beach at the supermarket prior to coming down for vacation...the fridge in the room is rather large and you could save money brining that down before hitting the beach.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
I Can Has Davem
Whittier, NC
Aug 18, 2012

Great Experience

We checked in early, only had to wait a few minutes for a room. The manager gave us a room that included a hot tub! So much better than sharing downstairs. We had one problem: they didn't check us in right, so they didn't know who was in our room and they called because maintenance dropped by and saw our "Do Not Disturb" on the room door. It scared us that they called asking for our name, so when I asked at the front desk to see what was up, they explained and then gave us a breakfast buffet pass for me and my girlfriend. This hotel is on the beach, you literally walk downstairs and you're there. The room is well stocked, the breakfast at the hotel was delicious, it's within walking distance to tons of restaurants. The hotel is also only about 4 miles from the aquarium, museum, and a marina if you want a boat tour. The staff at this hotel were super nice; it was a good experience. They were definitely going all out to make sure we had a good vacation. I always dropped by the front desk to ask for recommendations for food and activities, boat schedule, etc. and they had answers for me quickly and happily. I would definitely book here again. People have done some negative reviews about this place elsewhere, but they're seriously just petty complaints, usually about things that couldn't be helped. The value for the price is pretty good, and for a balcony, beachfront, ocean view with a whirlpool it couldn't be beat. My only complaint is the beds were a little hard for me, my back felt bad in the morning when I woke up. Hopefully they'll refresh the beds with new ones soon enough. I wish hotels would buy two or three kinds of mattresses with varied firmness and let you request your preference. But, minor complaint - I usually don't sleep good in beds that aren't mine anyway, so don't let that dissuade you.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
4
Room cleanliness:
5
Hotel staff:
5
Room comfort:
4
Location:
5
Value:
5
Dining tip: Short walk from hotel

Kate's pancake house / cafe is amazing. They have oreo pancakes that were delicious, and also they make smore's pancakes. I had regular pancakes and they were so fluffy and delicious. (Avoid the sausage patties though, they were bland and unseasoned). The Deck House is where you should go if you want amazing seafood (it's a little pricey, but worth it for the quality / serving size). Both are across the street from the hotel and an easy walk.

Review of Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach

Reviewer score

4
Cindy
Rotterdam, Ny
May 16, 2012

Great location!!

Great vacation for the 5 of us that went. beautiful Beach and hotel was nice. We did have a smell in our room that must have been vomite but was cleaned up.... We needed a roll away bed and was not a problem. We ate at Dennys with our 2 kids and was good food and service. We are already planning our return trip to your hotel.

Hotel features (5 = best, 1 = worst):
Amenities:
3
Room cleanliness:
2
Hotel staff:
4
Room comfort:
4
Location:
4
Value:
4
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