Captain's Cove Motel

2.5 star property
Motel in Oak Island with free parking

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Seasonal outdoor pool
Property grounds
Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Seasonal outdoor pool
BBQ/picnic area

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
6401 Oak Island Drive, Oak Island, NC, 28461
  • Oak Island Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Ocean Crest Pier
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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Room options

Room, 2 Double Beds, Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • 200 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Oak Island

Located in Long Beach within a 15-minute walk of Caswell Beach, Captain's Cove Motel is within a few miles (5 km) of Oak Island Golf Club. This 5-room motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers.

What's nearby

  • Caswell Beach - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oak Island Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Ocean Crest Pier - 7 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 9 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Southport Marina - 18 min drive - 10.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koko Cabana - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Old Bridge Diner - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bob's Dogs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Swain Seafood Shack - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Captain's Cove Motel

Motel in Oak Island with free parking
At Captain's Cove Motel, guests have access to a children's pool, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free parking is included with your stay. Staff members can answer questions about accommodations, and also provide front-desk service during limited hours. This motel also has barbecue grills.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also available.
A children's pool and a seasonal outdoor pool are on site.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 23

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 50.00 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-11:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 23
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Noise-free rooms can't be guaranteed.

Property is also known as

Captain's Cove Motel Oak Island
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Captain's Cove Oak Island
Captain`s Cove Hotel Oak Island
Captains Cove Hotel
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Captain's Cove Motel Oak Island
Captain's Cove Motel Motel Oak Island

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Captain's Cove Motel?

Captain's Cove Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Captain's Cove Motel?

As of Jul 14, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Captain's Cove Motel on Jul 16, 2025 start from $135.0, excluding 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.

What's there to see within easy reach of Captain's Cove Motel?

This motel is situated in Long Beach within a short 5-minute walk of Caswell Beach. You'll also find Oak Island Golf Club and Ocean Crest Pier within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Captain's Cove Motel?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does Captain's Cove Motel include a casino on the premises?

No, Captain's Cove Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Captain's Cove Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Captain's Cove Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Captain's Cove Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Captain's Cove Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Captain's Cove Motel allow pets to stay for free?

Although they can't stay for free, pets are welcome at Captain's Cove Motel for a fee of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per stay.

Are there connecting rooms at Captain's Cove Motel?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to Captain's Cove Motel?

The closest major airport to Captain's Cove Motel is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is about 26.9 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at Captain's Cove Motel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Captain's Cove Motel.

Captain's Cove Motel Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 106 out of 286 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 81 out of 286 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 47 out of 286 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 286 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 286 reviews

7.6/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.6/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alla

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff is super friendly. And if any of them see this review I was the one that stayed during the marathon weekend and I ran. I said I thought I was going to lose my toenail. I did lose it lol
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jimmy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice @ every encounter. The room was clean & neat. Very close to everything! Great experience
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Oscar

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosalie

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The people are really nice here. Incredibly helpful.We had a great stay. Thank y'all so much.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Really nice people here. And, so close to the beach.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Laurie

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Budget Accomodations in a Great Area

I love this old-school place but if you are picky about your mattress firmness it might not be the best; the beds weren't very comfortable this time.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Old property that serves fishermen, construction workers and budget-minded tourists. My room had been refurbished in the recent past and was satisfactory, but bathroom was very dated and small. Wi-Fi was spotty at best, tv was a 36” with minimal channels and a sporadic Remote controller. The grounds are not the best but you don’t see them while sleeping. Didn’t utilize the pool. Asked for a Non-smoking room but was told “All our rooms are smoking”. My room wasn’t too bad, but I didn’t think you could have a lodging facility that was ALL SMOKING ROOMS!???? Is that even legal?
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

2/10 Terrible

Dave

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This has got to be right up there in the top 3 absolute worst places I’ve stayed in over 50 yrs of traveling. The only plus was the shower water pressure. Floors were filthy, it smelled like an old 1960’s no tell motel, barely an outlet to plug anything into. No vanity top in bathroom for wife to put the girl bathroom stuff on. Beds had plastic pee protectors over the mattresses that squeaked and felt like you’re wrapped in Saran Wrap all night and made you sweat and felt real creepy. The girl that checked me in didn’t seem real happy to be there working. I could go on but won’t…… just remember, you get what you pay for.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very nice. Place is a set back from the 80's with room decor which was okay, but we saw a few bugs in room which changed our opinion overall
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Cozy and Charming

This was an adorable and charming little mom and pop place. Everything about it was inviting with old beach motel charm. The location was amazing in that it was close to beach and restaurants and even in town it was nestled under the oaks with a tropical landscape. This is a sweet spot for family and children to play as well. The staff serviced our room and refreshed it while we took a dip in the pool and we just couldn’t be more pleased with the personal attention. We will definitely return.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melisa

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our stay it was very family oriented and they kept the grounds impeccable.The pool was amazing they even provided pool toys at the kiddie pool.Very convient to shopping restaurants and grocery store .My family will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Anjali, Bahama

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice pool and location. Cozy and retro. Room quality is pretty poor quality and light bulbs and tv remote and the refrigerator didnt work. Lots of shady people seem to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Family motel, everyone was so friendly. Pool was wonderful and beach was a short walk. Will definitely return
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, room was clean but dated.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024