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The Sand Dunes

2.0 star property

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

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included
$138
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24

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

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

Suite, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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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
(25 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

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

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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, City View

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

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

Standard Room, City View

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

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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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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

Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
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

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 476 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 97 out of 476 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 41 out of 476 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 476 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 476 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mai

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Great for a quick getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, excellent location. The actual suite - Not any kind of a view. No couch or chairs to relax & read or chat. I would Not return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and easy check in
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Carol

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked the beautiful oceanview, the cleanliness of the room, and the bed was very comfortable. As we are seniors it would have been nice to not have so many steps to walk up to get to our room. I know that can't be fixed because of the age of the property. When we returned home I saw that an additional $160.00 was charged to my AMEX, which was a pet fee that should have been waived because my dog is a service animal. I called and the manager took care of the refund for me.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
enjoyed my 4th of july vacation with my family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carla

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

10/10 Excellent

JERICO

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a excellent stay and very convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

eric

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Last minute stay. Was very nice for a beach front motel.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness

One night Stay

Quick one night stay. Had difficulty getting into room with key pad, front desk was very responsive and was able to get in with key. Beds were noisy. Had a very nice view of the beach. Wi-Fi worked well. Could work on cleanliness as the bathroom floor still had sand. Plenty of towels were provided. Had a small kitchenette area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Short walk to the beach. Hassle free hotel parking with a convenience store near by.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Faith

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Ac didn’t work properly, no extra parking . Pictures weren’t true to place and over priced.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beach front.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jacob, Trinity

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Overall this was a nice place to stay on the beach within walking distance of many attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was quite and the perfect location. We really enjoyed it. Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mitchell

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and swimming pool are very clean. Quick check in process.Easy access to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great trip, took the teenagers and they had a blast being so close to the beach access and the pool. Loved that the pier was in walking distance for fishing and watching fireworks without being in a crowd.
Third story balcony view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was good. Clean room. The mattress could have been a bit better. We had issues with air conditioner- but I called and they immediately put in a new one. Hotel stay was very friendly and attentive to our needs, location is great, will definately stay again❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is fine but our oceanfront room looked out on a parking lot with a lousy view of the pool shed. The ocean barely visible and no view of the beach. The room was clean and comfortable. A second or third floor room would have been fine. They should have told us about this when we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ritalynn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Pitiful and needed love

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025