Dry Dock Inn

3.0 star property

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Courtyard
Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Exterior
Deluxe Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
$100
includes taxes & fees
Oct 19 - Oct 20

Explore the area

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300 S. Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach State Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Fishing Pier
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Room options

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(31 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(25 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

King Suite

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Honeymoon Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Premium Quadruple Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Quadruple Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Traditional Single Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Family Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Classic Apartment

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Dry Dock Inn

3-star Carolina Beach motel walkable to Carolina Beach
This smoke-free motel features 2 outdoor pools, 8 beach bars, and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include express check-in, express check-out, and a garden.
Dry Dock Inn offers 37 air-conditioned accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include bathtubs and complimentary toiletries. This Carolina Beach motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Dry Dock Inn features 2 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Guests can unwind with a drink at one of the motel's 8 beach bars. This family-friendly motel also offers barbecue grills, a garden, and a picnic area. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A total renovation of this property was completed in May 2023.

Dry Dock Inn is a smoke-free property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • 8 beach bars

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • In a nature reserve
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

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

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1970
  • Renovated entire property - May 2023
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Guests are recommended to download the property's Whistle mobile app before check-in
Guests driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, per adult, up to the age of 12 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
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:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

Optional extras

  • A late check-out fee will be charged

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 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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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 May to October
Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property

Property is also known as

Dry Dock Vacation Club Motel Carolina Beach
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Dry Dock Inn Motel
Dry Dock Vacation Club
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Dry Dock Inn Motel Carolina Beach

Reviews

Dry Dock Inn Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 464 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 149 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 43 out of 1010 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 37 out of 1010 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

aly

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

10/10 Excellent

Josie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
beautiful rooms, nice employees, super close to the beach!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

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

Lovely Mother/Daughter Beach Day

My daughter and I truly enjoyed our night there. From enjoying the pool, to being right by the boardwalk and beach access, to just being comfortable. It was lovely. Loved the retro feel, and to top it off, your cute inn proves you don't have to break the bank to stay at Carolina Beach. Also, thank you for the late checkout option. It was so nice to clean up after a morning at the beach before we drove home. Will be back for sure!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this place. Staffing was great, walking distance to the beach and other amenities, friendly town and the pools were an added bonus. We will stay again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Sierra

Staff was great rooms were clean.. We had an issue with hot water. They fixed it immediately.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mario

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

10/10 Excellent

Jhon, Fort Mill

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location! About two blocks walk to the beach and dinning options
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Diana

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

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

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

10/10 Excellent

Diane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect location to walk to the Boardwalk and beach. Cute, retro vibe to the room, which was perfectly clean and just the right size. No issues at all with check in or out or with parking. We will absolutely stay here again and definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristina

The room i stayed in looked partially renovated and was very clean. The parking situation was tight and i was worried id lose my spot so i just walked everywhere. The pool seemed well maintained. Complimentary k-cups and toiletries in the room with a microwave, fridge and keurig. For the price for a single bed $179+ tax with it being a 5 minute walk to the beach its what youd expect.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marissa

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The check in process was great. They even had our room ready earlier. The rooms were really nice as well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johnny

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrea

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Convenient to everything, attentive staff, quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dry Dock did not disappoint! The staff was very helpful before and during our trip. They answered all of our questions and were very prompt in their support. Our room was extremely clean and had everything we needed. Dry Dock is a 3 minute walk to the beach and equally close to the boardwalk and places to eat. We cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

nyan, Durham

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great place to stay with a friendly staff and short walk to beach!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
For the price, you cannot beat this inn. The double room was surprisingly spacious, and the full kitchen was a big plus. There are also TWO pools, and of course everything in Carolina Beach is within walking distance. It is not fancy, but it is very clean, and I would definitely stay here again and recommend it to others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

En

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Efficient, responsive, and well-maintained motel with all the necessities and none of the headache! Conveniently located. Only a couple of blocks away from the park, the beach, or the amusement park. Surrounded by plenty of local businesses for every need. Highly recommended accommodation for the cost-effective and short-term vacationer.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

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

8/10 Good

Annabelle

Liked: Staff & service
Walking distance to restaurants, beach. Easy check in/out.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Miguel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025