North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher - 7 min drive
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 38 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Ocean Grill - 3 min drive
El Cazador 2 - 5 min drive
Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 6 min drive
Britt's Donut Shop - 5 min drive
About this property
Darlings by the Sea
Hotel near Carolina Beach
Darlings by the Sea provides amenities like a firepit and a gym. With amenities like a beachfront location and sun loungers, this hotel is the perfect place to soak up the sun. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Free self parking
Outdoor furniture and smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Darlings by the Sea offer perks such as private spa tubs and furnished balconies, as well as amenities like free WiFi and bathrobes.
Extra amenities include:
Bathrooms with jetted tubs and hair dryers
Daily housekeeping, desks, and phones
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free self parking on site
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Things to do
Fitness center
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Front desk (limited hours)
Outdoors
Beach loungers
Beachfront location
Firepit
Outdoor furniture
More
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bed sheets
Bathroom
Bathrobes
Hair dryer
Jetted bathtub
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Towels
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor space
Furnished balcony
More
Access via exterior corridors
Desk
Guidebooks/recommendations
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Local maps
Phone
Private spa tub
Restaurant dining guide
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Access methods
Front desk (limited hours)
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Property is also known as
Darlings by the Sea Hotel
Darlings by the Sea Kure Beach
Darlings by the Sea Hotel Kure Beach
Frequently asked questions
Is Darlings by the Sea pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Darlings by the Sea?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Darlings by the Sea?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Darlings by the Sea?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Darlings by the Sea located?
Nestled on the beach, this Kure Beach hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Kure Beach and Carolina Beach. Ocean Front Park and Kure Beach Pier are also within 10 minutes.
Darlings by the Sea Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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I loved everything about my stay here. I had #54 and the mattress was best ever! I need to buy same brand/kind, best sleep I've had in years! This place is so charming/cozy, quiet and peaceful... I just loved it! And you can see Kure Beach Pier from your private balcony, the ocean views are spectacular and so much cool stuff is within walking distance. I can hardly wait to come back and spend some more time at Darlings by the Sea.
It was a perfect place to get away. Quiet and clean and Sabrina was the sweetest. Spoiled us with snacks and goodies! Very pleased
Michele
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Traveled with partner
6 November 2019
The location is wonderful and the room is nice. The property needs upkeep and the promised breakfast basket not available, no one around to ask questions and door won’t lock. It’s the end of the season and things seem to have let go. Disappointing
Great location, but no services, the chairs are broken, there were no bikes. There was pink mold on the bottom of the shower curtain and the door to the balcony was almost rusted shut. The outside furniture was pvc pipe and cracked. This used to be a nice place, but it is in a desperate state of disrepair.
We loved the location, right on the boardwalk, just a short walk to the pier and restaurants. It was quiet and private. Sabrina was happy to help in any way. The property needs some updating, but everything was clean and neat. The ocean view is perfect.
Loved the place. Office not open all the time which is good for me. Envelope left for me to get my key. Charming place. Breakfast and snacks left for you daily. Cant believe chocolate left by bedside. Loved the patio. Could see the ocean and hear the waves. Loved the tub. Only thing is since office isn't open all the time to have a key drop area. Who knows I might have missed it. Had beach chairs for you. Will definitely be going back