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About Resort

1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States of America, 28428

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel, a 3-star Carolina Beach hotel, features spacious accommodations, two pools, and convenient beach access. Enjoy onsite dining at the Ocean Grill and Tiki Bar, and explore various activities and attractions nearby.

Rooms & Amenities

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel offers a range of accommodations, including family-friendly rooms, kitchenette options, and oceanfront views. Each room is equipped with a flat-screen television, in-room safe, microwave, mini-fridge, and a private balcony.

Dining & Leisure

Dining options at Golden Sands include the Ocean Grill, serving fresh seafood, and the Tiki Bar, offering cocktails and light bites. Both venues provide panoramic views of the coast, enhancing the dining experience.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure amenities include an outdoor saltwater pool and an indoor pool, providing options for all seasons. Guests can also rent bikes and water sports equipment nearby for added fun.

Location & Transportation

Golden Sands Oceanfront Hotel is centrally located, providing easy access to local attractions like the Carolina Beach Boardwalk and the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. The hotel is approximately 21.5 miles from Wilmington International Airport.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Oceanfront Room

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

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Oceanfront Room

Max:

4 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

room details

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Oceanfront Room

Max:

2 persons

390 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King Size Bed

Sea view

Shower

Coffee machine

room details

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Getting around

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City Center

Carolina Beach 1.0 mi

Airports

Wilmington International (ILM) 19.4 mi

Albert J. Ellis (OAJ) 69.5 mi

What our guests says about facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Stunning Ocean View

We had a great experience staying in the king balcony ocean view room – the view was beautiful! The room had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, and the balcony was the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the ocean breeze.

Michael23. USA, 2024-03-15Read full review on

Family-Friendly Services

We were thrilled that they accommodated our baby by providing a travel crib in the room. It made our stay much more convenient and enjoyable as a family. The extra care taken was much appreciated!

Gertrude89. USA, 2024-05-22Read full review on

Great Onsite Restaurant

The Tiki bar attached to the hotel was fantastic! It offered perfect meals and refreshing drinks right by the beach, making our stay feel even more special. We enjoyed dining there after a long day at the beach.

Dan_Loves_Beach. USA, 2024-07-05Read full review on

Clean and Comfortable

The bathroom was spotless and equipped with essential amenities. Despite all the sand from the beach getting into our room, the team’s effort to maintain cleanliness was evident. It made a big difference in our comfort during our stay.

Jake_Sunshine. USA, 2024-08-12Read full review on

What’s included

General

Non-smoking rooms
Wi-Fi
Paid parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Elevator
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Key card access

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Room service
Housekeeping

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Beach access
Sun loungers
Sun terrace

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Dining table
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States of America, 28428

Map view

1211 Lake Park Blvd S, Carolina Beach, North Carolina, United States of America, 28428

City landmarks

Mall

Carolina Beach Boardwalk

1.0 mi

Market

The Veggie Wagon

2300 ft

Parks

Carolina Beach Lake Park

3400 ft

Gallery

Artful Living Group

4500 ft

Beach

Carolina Beach

1.0 mi

Harbor

Kure Beach Pier

1.7 mi

Carolina Lake

2900 ft

Parks

Carolina Beach State Park

1.9 mi

Store

CB Surf Shop

3700 ft

100 N Lake Park Blvd

iEscape Rooms

4800 ft

501 Dow Rd S

Mike Chappell Park

4900 ft

Carolina Beach Parks and Rec

5200 ft

Museums

Federal Point History Center

1.6 mi

105 Atlantic Ave

Ocean Front Park

1.7 mi

Brooke Home

1.3 mi

Pleasure Island

1.3 mi

1009 N Lake Park Blvd

Jeanne's Jewels & Fashions Etc

1.5 mi

Jubilee Amusement Park

1.6 mi

Beach

Ocean Front Park and Pavilion

1.7 mi

Federal Point History Ctr

1.7 mi

HI Tech Recreations

1.7 mi

K Avenue & S 7th Ave

Joe Eakes Park

1.8 mi

Store

Food Lion

2.1 mi

1401 N Lake Park Blvd

Seawatch At Kure Beach

2.1 mi

Parks

Snow's Cut Park

2.4 mi

Parks

Freeman Park

2.8 mi

Parks

Brunswick Town

3.1 mi

Historic Site

Fort Fisher State Historic Site

3.7 mi

Judge Maurice Moore Foundation Ruins

2.9 mi

Nathaniel Moore Foundation Ruins

2.9 mi

Nearby

Market

The Veggie Wagon

2300 ft

Parks

Carolina Beach Lake Park

3400 ft

Carolina Lake

3600 ft

Store

CB Surf Shop

3800 ft

Restaurants

Granny's Country Kitchen

800 ft

1310 Lake Park Blvd S

Reviews and Ratings <br />

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

78%

loved the resort and would return for another relaxing stay

Great ocean view

Convenient beach access

Early bar closing

Limited parking

7.8/10

Very good

Rooms

7.4

Location

9.6

Service

8.2

Dining

6.3

4.5/5 based on 494 reviews

#2 of 19 hotels in Carolina Beach based on Tripadvisor

Gerald

United States of America, February 2025

8.2/10

We had a fantastic stay at this hotel! The clean and spacious rooms offered beautiful views, and the location right next to the Tiki bar and on the beach is unbeatable. Although we enjoyed the amenities, we faced some hiccups with the elevator and restaurant crowding. Overall, it's a great choice if you're looking for comfort and fun at the beach!

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious and clean, offering great views of the ocean and the Tiki bar.

Service

9.0

The staff was super friendly and accommodating, which made our stay even more enjoyable.

Location

10.0

The hotel is ideally located right on the beach and close to the Tiki bar and grill, making it super convenient for relaxing.

Dining

7.0

The restaurant had good food, but it was quite crowded during our stay, which made it a bit chaotic.

Facilities

6.0

The amenities were nice, but the elevator situation was frustrating as it was out of service during our stay.

Jack

United States of America, January 2025

7.4/10

I had a great experience at the resort, enjoying the comfortable atmosphere and breathtaking ocean views from my balcony. The staff was friendly and accommodating, which added to the overall enjoyment of my stay. Unfortunately, I faced some issues with room cleanliness and maintenance that detracted from my experience. Also, the dining options could be improved as I had to venture out for breakfast, which was not very convenient.

Rooms

6.0

The room was comfortable with a lovely ocean view, but I noticed the cleanliness could have been better.

Service

9.0

The service was outstanding; the staff was hospitable and tended to my needs efficiently.

Location

10.0

The location is fantastic, right next to the beach and not far from various attractions.

Dining

5.0

Dining could use improvement, especially breakfast options; it would have been better to have more on-site choices.

Facilities

7.0

Facilities include a nice pool area, which I enjoyed, but I felt some areas could use updates.

Thomas

United States of America, December 2024

5.6/10

I had high hopes for my stay, looking forward to enjoying a day by the beach, but it didn’t quite work out as planned. The balcony had a nice ocean view, but the air conditioning was a big letdown, and the room had an unpleasant smell. The service didn’t meet my expectations either, with no real effort to rectify the inconveniences I faced. On a positive note, the location was excellent, right by the water, which was a real plus. Overall, it wasn't worth the price I paid.

Rooms

5.0

The room had a nice ocean view, but the air conditioning emitted a bad smell, which made my stay less enjoyable.

Service

5.0

The staff did not show much concern for the issues I faced during my stay.

Location

9.0

The location was great, just steps away from the beach.

Dining

Facilities

6.0

The facilities were basic, but they did provide a tiki bar nearby, which was a nice touch.

Richard

United States of America, October 2024

9.2/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel, with an impressive ocean view and a convenient location right near the beach. The rooms were clean and very comfortable, making it a nice retreat. However, the Tiki Bar closing early was quite disappointing, and parking can be a hassle, as the main lot filled up quickly. Overall, it was a great value for the price, especially for a family-friendly vacation spot.

Rooms

9.0

The room was clean and comfortable with a great view of the pool and ocean. It was very quiet and perfect for our family.

Service

10.0

The service was fantastic. The staff was friendly and very helpful, even providing assistance with a chair and wheelchair when needed.

Location

10.0

The location is the best feature of this hotel, right on the beach and very convenient for accessing nearby attractions.

Dining

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were overall nice with both indoor and outdoor pools available. The ability to enjoy the ocean view from the balcony made it special.

Great ocean view

Early bar closing

James

United States of America, September 2024

8.6/10

We had a wonderful stay at Golden Sands Motel with warm sunny days and stunning ocean views from our balcony. The rooms were spacious and clean, and the atmosphere was relaxing. The only downside was the limited dining options within walking distance. Overall, it was an enjoyable experience with great beach access and friendly staff.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were clean, spacious, and had spectacular ocean views from the balcony.

Service

10.0

The staff was always wonderful and helpful, making our stay even more enjoyable.

Location

9.0

The hotel is right on the beach, providing convenient access to both the beach and nearby eateries.

Dining

7.0

The only downside was the lack of breakfast options at the hotel, but there were plenty of good local diners nearby.