Oceaneer

2.0 star property
On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Terrace/patio
Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, blackout drapes, soundproofing
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Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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1621 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kure Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Ocean View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Ocean View

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 240 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Room, Multiple Beds, Ocean View

  • 270 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Deluxe Suite, 2 Bedrooms, Ocean View

  • 1000 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed, 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Bunk Bed

About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Located in Wilmington Beach, Oceaneer is adjacent to Carolina Beach and a short stroll from Kure Beach. This 26-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Kure Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Ocean Front Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kure Beach Pier - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill & Tiki Bar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Havana's Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Silver Dollar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Pop's Diner - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Oceaneer

On beach with seasonal outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk
At Oceaneer, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a seasonal outdoor pool. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations. Other amenities at this beach hotel include a water dispenser, a vending machine, and a garden.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch Smart TVs with digital channels. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers. Free local calls and ironing boards are other standard amenities. Housekeeping is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 250+ Mbps (good for 3–5 people or up to 10 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (28 inches high)

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests are required to download the property's Openkey mobile app before check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Resort fee (May 01 - October 31): USD 25.00 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Beach access
  • Beach towels
  • Bicycle storage
  • Fitness center access
  • In-room coffee
  • Nearby fitness center access
  • Pool access

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

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM—-6:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 20
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 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.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • The seasonal pool is open from April 01 to October 31.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

Oceaneer Hotel
Oceaneer Carolina Beach
Oceaneer Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to see around Oceaneer?

This hotel is situated in Wilmington Beach, just steps from Carolina Beach. You'll also find Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Kure Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Oceaneer?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hotel. Accessible parking and bicycle parking are also available.

Does Oceaneer have a casino at the property?

No, Oceaneer doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Oceaneer?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have access between 8:00 AM and 9:00 PM and the seasonal pool will be open from April 01 until October 31.

What do couples enjoy most about Oceaneer?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this beachfront hotel include a pillowtop mattress and a smart TV in each guestroom with some featuring ocean views.

Does Oceaneer have a hot tub?

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

Does Oceaneer feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Oceaneer doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Oceaneer allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Oceaneer.

Are there connecting rooms at Oceaneer?

No, this hotel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Oceaneer?

The closest major airport to Oceaneer is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 22.6 mi away (38 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Oceaneer?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Oceaneer.

Reviews

Oceaneer Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 45 out of 61 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 61 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 61 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 61 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
In great shape and completely renovated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kathy

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilda

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This is a wonderful place!! We stayed 4 nights. It was so clean, bed was very comfortable, friendly staff and a nice pool. I have to say the manager was so friendly and she was working so hard right along with her staff. Will definitely stay here again
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and amenities for the cost
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
The room did not have curtains, only interior shutters that allowed a lot of light in at night. The mini fridge also puts off a lot of light since the entire door illuminates. The AC wasn't adjustable. The facility was new and well stocked, but these issues made it difficult to sleep and we left feeling drained.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshual

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

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Disliked: Staff & service
$175 security deposit, and will charge an extra $500 if a pillowcase gets dirty. No staff/lobby/pool after 8pm. But you can borrow a bicycle!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is just renovated and everything is new.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Equilla

Traveled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
The staff was nice but I was not aware that the hotel did not have an elevator my friend who has a brace on his leg who has knee problems made it very uncomfortable he had to walk up and down up down the steps. They did not have bottom levels available and when I went into the room the room did not have a microwave nor did the lobby. We had to eat out every single day the although cute was very small. I was charged double on Saturday to my surprise and no staff was able to explain I booked through Expedia they tried to get my refund back and considering I paid over 240 a night it was not worth the stay. The only up side was it was on the beach. One a scale to 1-10 I will give staff a 10 they were friendly but my stayed I rate a 6
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Kyro

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nadia

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our door needed to be slammed to shut it, other than that the stay was cozy, clean and reasonably priced.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place on the beach everything was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

ROB

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Everything was good with the exception of the door going outside stuck really bad
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Suffolk

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sweet little boutique hotel recently renovated with lots of high-end touches, pool, and direct beach access. No breakfast available, but a killer barista-quality coffee maker in the lobby when the lobby is open. Would suggest that maybe the coffee machine be put in a card access area for early risers seeking caffeine!! Outside of that...no complaints, and would highly recommend this lovely hotel!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cynthia

The bathers had plumbing issues, very unpleasant stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay here. The renovation back to Mid-Century Modern vibe and decor is excellent. Nice size refrigerator, good quality linens, and Keurig coffee maker among in-room amenities. Staff is responsive and professional. Can't wait to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Penny

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The bathroom floor was FREEZING.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Chelsea

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
I liked how close we are to beach. I don’t like how we had to wait until 5pm to get into our room. It was thundering and lightening so we were literally in the hallway for shelter. Also false advertising, there are no chairs to take on beach and no food market at hotel like it’s mentioned on website or welcome email. You have to rent your chairs through a service and it is not included. I thought the cleanliness of room was very good, unfortunately did see a roach on my pillow when I moved it in middle of the night. Overall very upset. As I have a 1 year old and I’m pregnant. There’s no bathroom to change or use bathroom until you go in your hotel room.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stacy, Fredericksburg

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very attractive & clean beachfront hotel. Rooms do not face the ocean but you can see it & it’s literally just over the dune. Staff is friendly, pool is beautiful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy, Charlotte

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the retro yet updated vibe of this newly renovated hotel. Classic, upscale elements - no kitsch. I stayed in a beautiful king room that had the shortest walk I have ever had to the beach - even for a beach front property. The pool has been refurbished and is amazingly clean. The pool area has white lounge chairs and blue and white beach towels are provided. It's a small hotel but I totally enjoyed not struggling to find a parking space or waiting for the elevator. This place screams boutique (fitness area and coffee bar in the lobby) and I will definitely be coming back to the Oceaneer!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025