Silver Gull Motel

2.0 star property

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Ocean Front | Balcony
Ocean Front with Sitting | Desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
Ocean Front with Sitting | Private kitchenette | Fridge, microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Exterior
Full Size | Balcony

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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20 E. Salisbury St, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Place, Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Wrightsville SUP
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Room options

Full Size

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(160 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Full Size Adjoining Ocean Front

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)
  • Ocean view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

Silver Gull Motel places you next to Johnnie Mercer's Pier and within a 5-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach. Each of the 32 rooms at this hotel includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 8 min drive - 4.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 18 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant & Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪SUNdays Cafe - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Silver Gull Motel

Guests staying at Silver Gull Motel enjoy free WiFi in public areas, laundry facilities, and a water dispenser. You can put free parking to good use if you drive. Friendly staff can provide front-desk service during limited hours, and also offer advice about sightseeing. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a TV in a common area and a vending machine.
Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Kitchens, balconies, and refrigerators are also available.

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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

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront

Accessibility

  • Elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 11:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
All guests planning to arrive after 11 PM must contact the property before 10 PM to receive check-in instructions.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 15.00

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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: 3 PM—-11 PM
  • Check-out: 11 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 24
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.
  • 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 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • 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.

Property is also known as

Silver Gull Motel WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Silver Gull Motel
Silver Gull WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH
Silver Gull
Silver Gull Hotel Wrightsville Beach
Silver Gull Motel Hotel
Silver Gull Motel Wrightsville Beach
Silver Gull Motel Hotel Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Silver Gull Motel?

Silver Gull Motel offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Silver Gull Motel?

As of Apr 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Silver Gull Motel on Apr 13, 2026 start from $191, including 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 near Silver Gull Motel?

Guests enjoy the hotel's walkable location in Wrightsville Beach based on their ratings, and it's within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Wrightsville SUP. You'll also find Mayfaire Town Center and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park within a short drive.

Does Silver Gull Motel have a casino at the property?

No, Silver Gull Motel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Silver Gull Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Does Silver Gull Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Silver Gull Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Silver Gull Motel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Silver Gull Motel.

What is the closest airport to Silver Gull Motel?

The closest major airport to Silver Gull Motel is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 10.1 mi away (18 minutes by car).

Silver Gull Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 640 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 267 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 51 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 30 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 18 out of 1006 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Carrie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Franklin

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Very clean. Noisy. Bathroom fan didn't work. Showerhead was very clogged.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff , clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

2/10 Terrible

Mohammad

Traveled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We found the room dirty with dead cockroaches in the restroom
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Motel is dated. That said, the room was clean. The person who checked me in was ok. The motel was fine for the one night I needed it.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay felt safe and had clean rooms easy walk to the beach staff was very nice ! Parking could be a little tight for larger vehicles if using a truck or large SUV. Overall great experience.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Sharon

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property had a balcony with view of the ocean.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Came here for a concert across the street. Great location. Typical beach town morel. Bit dated but clean. The shark restaurant next to the bar was good as well
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

KimYen

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

ana carolina

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfortable stay enjoyed walk on pier
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Did not like the parking at all! Way too tight to try and get into a space. Because of that, we parked for rhe weekend and walked everywhere. Everything else waa great! Such a sweet little motel. I would highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Right at the beach
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

son

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

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

Close to the beach

The hotel is right on the beach, For the price point it was great. The room was clean not really modern but you stay there for the beach not the room.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025