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 | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board
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On the beach, beach towels, beach volleyball, beach bar
Poolside bar
Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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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

Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(219 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Traditional Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(91 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(51 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Double Beds with Sofabed

7.8 out of 10
Good
(43 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Premier Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(54 reviews)
  • 600 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

Located in Shell Island, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is adjacent to Wrightsville Beach and within a 5-minute walk of Figure Eight Island. This 143-room, 3.5-star resort has an outdoor pool along with an indoor pool and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 12 min drive - 6.5 miles
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 13 min drive - 7.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 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 features an indoor pool, an outdoor pool, and a gym. Self parking is offered for USD 10.70 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with luggage storage, and answer any questions about the accommodations. Other amenities at this beach resort include conference space, a 24-hour business center, and a computer station.
Guests can expect free wired internet and 40-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchenettes, balconies or patios, and sofa beds are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.
An indoor pool and an outdoor pool are on site. Other recreational amenities include a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Covered self parking on site (USD 10.70 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite 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 center
  • 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.
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1984
  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Stovetop

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 available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these 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 center/computer access
  • Fitness center access
  • Housekeeping
  • In-room coffee
  • Internet access
  • Parking
  • Phone calls
  • Pool access
  • WiFi access (may be limited)

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

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

  • 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 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 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
Onsite 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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm 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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-anytime
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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

Is free cancellation available at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

As of Oct 18, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites on Nov 2, 2025 start from $121.26, 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 do close to Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

This resort is situated in Shell Island within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Figure Eight Island. You'll also find Johnnie Mercer's Pier and Wrightsville SUP within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Yes, covered parking is offered for USD 10.70 per day with in/out privileges. Though parking is limited per unit, accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available. You'll find a garage and max 2 spaces per unit.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites feature a casino on the premises?

No, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Yes, this resort has an indoor pool along with an outdoor pool.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

This beachfront resort offers plenty of amenities for couples including a beach bar, an outdoor pool, and a restaurant.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a hot tub?

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

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites serves a cooked-to-order breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Shell Island Restaurant.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites though service animals are welcome.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites have connecting rooms?

Yes, this resort has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

How close is the airport from Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

The closest major airport to Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 11.5 mi away (20 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites?

Yes, every guestroom at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites comes with a balcony with some featuring ocean views.

Does Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites host weddings?

There are wedding services available at Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites if that's in your vacation plans.

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. 759 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 414 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 215 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 115 out of 1545 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 42 out of 1545 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had a beautiful view of both the beach to the east and the marsh to the west.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Brittiany

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a very convenient place to stay. You can easily walk to the beach! The only thing is the rooms need major upgrades. The bed have dips in the middle, the shower heads need more water pressure. It’s hard to wash hair and get sand off with as weak shower head. The bathroom walls need to be wiped down from hair flyways and just overall dirty spots that need to be cleaned from others touching. TVs need to be mounted correctly as they are not straight on the walls. We didn’t get daily room clean. Did see the policy for room cleaning. Overall this is a place for beach convenience!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love the location and the beach access.
Stayed 4 nights 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

Traveled 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

Traveled 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 traveler

Traveled 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

10/10 Excellent

Nancy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was perfect place to get away for a quick trip to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025