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The Sand Dunes

2.0 star property

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Sundeck
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
$150
includes taxes & fees
Sep 16 - Sep 17

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133 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, NC, 28449
  • Kure Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Kure Beach Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 220 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 300 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 226 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Oceanfront

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Sand Dunes

Kure Beach hotel steps from Kure Beach
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Sand Dunes offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The Sand Dunes features an outdoor pool, a terrace, and pool umbrellas. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Sand Dunes is a smoke-free property.

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 parking (max 1 space per unit)

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

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 35.00
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
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449]
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
Guests will receive a text message at 11 AM on the check-in date with check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April 15 to October 15
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM

Property is also known as

The Sand Dunes Hotel
The Sand Dunes Kure Beach
The Sand Dunes Hotel Kure Beach

The Sand Dunes Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 291 out of 451 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 93 out of 451 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 451 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 451 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 451 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Brij, Hillsborough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyna

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, we absolutely loved the keyless entry! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price very nice room clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MCC

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been coming to this property for years. Has been wonderful to see the updates to the room. Yours is always my first choice for an affordable, clean, and convenient place to stay. Will keep returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Kure Beach and Ft. Fisher are favorites of mine and the location of this hotel is in the heart of the area. Room was clean, beds good, kitchenette was helpful and it was on the ocean. All good. Negatives, air conditioner was very noisy and inconsistent. Pool lights and rear parking lot ruined the nightime ocean watching. Room smelled like mildew when we arrived. A bit pricy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

Great stay

Very convenient location. The place seems like it’s been recently renovated. It’s pet friendly but there no pet odors. Be sure to get breakfast at Ocean View Restaurant. And if the banana pudding is on the menu, you must have it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

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

10/10 Excellent

Wes, delray beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the best place for a family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Great ocean front room!

Great ocean front room! Super easy check-in and check-out. There was a little musty smell to the room but we got used to it after the first day. Great that it is pet-friendly but starting April 1st, no dogs are allowed on the beach between 9am and 5pm. There weren’t any signs at the hotel or before you head to the beach. We found out from the police who were kind enough to let us know before we got a ticket. Most other beaches we have stayed at in NC or SC it was closer to mid May so we were surprised it was so early.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cindy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
1st time staying in Kure Beach not much to do on that end so from now on will go back to staying in Carolina Beach. The motel room itself is a nice size the bathroom however is way to small and the shower is the size of what you have on a cruise ship which would be fine if you were on a cruise ship in the middle of beautiful clear blue water. Room had a small kitchen area which we didn't use. We arrived about 2:45 and they wouldn't give us a room unless we paid $35 for early check in, which we have never run into this problem at any other hotel. Just for reference check in was at 4:00 other hotels just go ahead and let you check in but with that said this is a motel. The next part of the review didn't affect me, but they don't exactly have the same amount of parking spots that they have rooms. They had one spot that was listed for loading and unloading and apparently someone came in later that evening and there was not a parking spot available so they parked in that spot then the next morning the motel was having their car towed even though it does not have enough spots for each room. Which I thought was very dirty they should have contacted the person in the spot and asked him to move their car. You have to gather up your own towels and put them in a bag and you have to gather up your own trash which for the price you pay for the room You shouldn't have to do. Room was clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

RACHEL L

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room waa great, clean, beds were good, easy access. The only con is the area they have for pets. Its a very small, dirt, probably 5x8 area right at the road. We ended up having to walk across the street to take our dog where cars weren't buzzing by and there was a grass area. Orher than that, it waa great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I honestly cannot say enough positive things about the property. I normally do not take vacations and this was my first one in decades. The environment was what I needed. I thoroughly enjoyed that this environment was very peaceful and it allowed me to catch up on some much needed relaxation.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Graciela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ocean front, pool was open. Only thing we couldn’t smoke on the balcony. And the tv was a bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael Lee

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this property is its location. Outdated, AC is very loud, bed is not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the beach was just minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay at the Sand Dunes. We definitely plan on returning so.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roni

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great for a weekend getaway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Property was nice but room 219 needs blackening curtains because the hall lights shine in and it is hard to sleep. May also want to delete the carpet and put in floors…carpet was wet and nasty. The staff is exceptionally nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025