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The Starlite Inn

2.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Exterior
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Living area | LCD TV
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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201 Cape Fear Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Arcade
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 250 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 1 King Bed | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, 2 Queen Beds | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Carolina Beach

Located in Downtown, The Starlite Inn is within a 5-minute walk of sights such as Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Arcade. This 19-room hotel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Carolina Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬7 min walk

About this property

The Starlite Inn

Hotel with free parking, 4-minute walk to Carolina Beach Boardwalk
Guests of The Starlite Inn have access to free WiFi in public areas. If you plan to drive, free parking is available.
Guests can expect to find LCD TVs and stay connected with free WiFi. Coffee makers, ceiling fans, and wardrobes or closets are also available. Housekeeping is available on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 39.55
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets for USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Dogs only
  • 2 total (80 lbs is the maximum weight per pet)
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 39.55 (subject to availability)
  • 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system and a first aid kit
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
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 and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • Onsite safety features include a security system and a first aid kit.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

Property is also known as

The Starlite Inn Hotel
The Starlite Inn Carolina Beach
The Starlite Inn Hotel Carolina Beach

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do around The Starlite Inn?

This hotel is situated in Downtown, just steps from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach, and within a short walk of Carolina Beach Arcade. You'll also find Carolina Beach State Park and Carolina Beach Lake Park less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at The Starlite Inn?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel.

Does The Starlite Inn include a casino at the property?

No, The Starlite Inn doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at The Starlite Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Are there hot tubs at The Starlite Inn?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does The Starlite Inn have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

No, The Starlite Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will The Starlite Inn allow pets to stay free of charge?

Although they can't stay for free, dogs are welcome at The Starlite Inn for a fee of USD 50 per accommodation, per night.

Does The Starlite Inn have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

Where is the closest airport to The Starlite Inn?

The closest major airport to The Starlite Inn is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 20.6 mi away (35 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at The Starlite Inn?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at The Starlite Inn.

The Starlite Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 206 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 35 out of 206 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 21 out of 206 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 206 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 206 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love staying here
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location, nice remodeled rooms. Easy check in and communication with staff. No traditional front desk, but there was usually someone there during the day for anything we might need. Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celia

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geneva

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome little place for a good price. Close walk to the beach and boardwalk. 2nd time staying and will be going back next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Traveled with group
Disliked: Amenities
We enjoyed the hotel, but we stayed 4 days and housekeeping never once came to take out trash, sweep or change the towels, thank goodness I usually take backup, but this is the first time I've actually had to use them, that's just gross. they have a thing on door that says daily light housekeeping, they never once came into our room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is an easy walk to Carolina Beach and food and coffee options. We were only there a day, but I really liked how we could park the car and walk to most anything we needed. We even drove down to Ft Fisher for a quick trip! Our stay was at the end of August, so crowds were light.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sergio

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice and quiet place, with everything in walking distance 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Agatha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property with clean, well-designed rooms - the mid-century modern style is gorgeous. And the location can't be beat at Carolina Beach, only a block from the carnival rides and the boardwalk. A bonus feature that I didn't know I'd like but which I did: the rooms are extremely quiet, and even on a rowdy August at the beach Saturday night, the deliciously arctic air-conditioning and sound-proofing let me sleep with hardly any interruption. Can't wait to visit again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

LUCIANO ADAM, la mirada

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Cute! Close walk to beach and activity
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff were very nice. Hotel is in a great location to walk to many restaurants, bars, coffee shops, and to the beach/boardwalk. Room is small, but very comfortable. Only complaint was that the ceiling fan was very dusty and the top of the window needed to be dusted. I would definitely stay here again though.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laci

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay. Easy and conveniently located.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamenia

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved it! This is now my go-to when at Carolina Beach.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

michael

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

6/10 Okay

Dorothy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
I did not like staying in a facility w no staff. When you elect a non smoking stay the hotel should not be cleaned while cleaning lady smokes. I did not like having to put my credit card online to check into my room whole paying in advance. I avoid on line credit card whenever possible After i did it i got an enail from Expedia telling me never to put it in! The lady cleaning did work hard but there was no contact. I was in room 12 and cigarette smoke woke me at 4;30 am. Maybe the cleaning scent wore off then or the neighbors woke up? I did appreciate the effort made to restore an old (retro) property rather than tear it down!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Armando

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

10/10 Excellent

Jarrett

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Norma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
all good
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Coleman

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very charming, simple hotel, right next to the boardwalk area and the beach. Will definitely come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Can't beat this location! Easy to check in, friendly staff, cute room and very accessible to board walk, beach, dining, etc. Appreciated the access to use the pool from the partnered location. Great stay for a weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Regina

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The rooms are updated with very cute decor. The desk manager went out of her way to help us with various requests. It is conveniently located to the beach boardwalk, restaurants, etc. However, there was dust in corners and hair on bath tiles. The room is very small. The bathroom shower was paint over tile, and the paint was chipped in large chunks. When new batteries were put in the door lock, our key codes stopped working.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kathryn

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

Cute retro

Newly remodeled. Cute rooms. Basic. Right in the heart of Carolina Beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This place is not fancy, but it is clean, safe, and in a very convenient location to the boardwalk.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025