The Windstar Hotel - Carolina Beach

Hotels
8.8 (1931 reviews)
907 North Lake Park Boulevard , Carolina Beach , us

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Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Board games/puzzles
Wheelchair accessible
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Clean rooms
Great location
Cons:
Small room size
Poor breakfast quality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.69
Several reviews mention cleanliness positively, but there was a report of an unpleasant smell in some areas.
Service
9.66
Consistently praised for being friendly and helpful.
Location
9.7
Numerous reviews highlight the convenience of the location near the boardwalk and stores.
Room Quality
8.15
Some guests found the rooms small and lacking in certain amenities.
Amenities
8.68
Good amenities were noted, but constraints like room size and quality of breakfast affected overall sentiment.
Value for Money
8.64
Good value for the price paid, although some negative comments about room size.
Food and Beverage
7.69
Breakfast received negative feedback in multiple reviews for quality and variety.
Overall Experience
9.16
Mixed experiences, but overall pleasant stays were reported.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 11:12

Property Description

Seasonal Outdoor Swimming Pool

Enjoy a refreshing dip in our seasonal outdoor swimming pool, perfect for relaxing under the Carolina Beach sun.

Convenient Amenities

From free private parking to a 24-hour front desk, we provide convenient amenities to make your stay hassle-free.

Nearby Attractions

Explore Carolina Beach Boardwalk, USS North Carolina, and more, all just a short distance away from The Windstar Hotel.

Book your stay at The Windstar Hotel - Carolina Beach for a memorable beach getaway!

Important information:

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Swimming pool: Closed from Sun, Nov 30, 2025 until Thu, Apr 30, 2026

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: ILM

Location

Guest Reviews

8.8
Based on 1931 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.69
Service: 9.66
Location: 9.7
Room Quality: 8.15
Amenities: 8.68
Value for Money: 8.64
Food and Beverage: 7.69
Overall Experience: 9.16
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Noreen • couple • us
10
Our accommodation were clean, warm and comfortable.
Pros:

The Windstar is extremely clean. The main entrance is welcoming, bright with plenty of seating. The rooms are nicely decorated. Unique features are the framed reproductions of Carolina Beach postcards hung throughout the hotel.

The staff was very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

We found no negatives.

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Michael • couple • us
10
Pros:

Nice Staff Up to Date Bathroom and Great Location A lot Of Stores n Food Nearby

2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Chyna • family_with_children • us
10
2026-02-12 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • us
10
Pros:

Everything was great!

Cons:

Nothing...

2026-02-10 • via Nuitee
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Denise • couple • us
10
Very nice place and close to just about everything
Pros:

Staff friendly and place was well kept

Cons:

Needs trash can in breakfast area

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Kathy • solo_traveller • us
10
A quick, comfortable stay
Pros:

The breakfast was fine; they have a pancake machine that will delight children. I didn't see any juice. The towels were thick and fluffy, shower was great. Very clean room and super friendly staff. Convenient, central location.

2026-01-26 • via Nuitee
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Forsythia • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-23 • via Nuitee
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Lateisha • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-01-22 • via Nuitee
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Linda • couple • us
9
Pros:

The staff was helpful the breakfast was okay. My account was charged $100 deposit, it was then replaced but it was taken out again. This caused some stress.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Jasmine • couple • us
9
Pros:

The pool being open until 11 pm and the quiet and clean atmosphere

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Albert • solo_traveller • us
10
The staff is great and rooms are clean.
Pros:

I love this place. Its where i stay every time i go Carolina beach,

Cons:

Close to everything I like such as Fort Fisher, Wilmington, Wrights Beach and Kure.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Tracey • couple • us
10
Excellent location, staff and cleanliness
2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Andrew • couple • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Chasity • couple • us
1
Cons:

Room was not clean, the bedding was dirty. Wally in the hotel has a strong chemical smell. Room was very tiny with no iron board.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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William • couple • us
9
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Kirk • couple • us
8
Pros:

I liked that I didn’t smell the odor of marijuana in the building like in most hotels I’ve stayed in

Cons:

Beds could b more comfortable but it’s ok

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Keiston • couple • us
10
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Larry • family_with_children • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Petra • couple • us
10
😍 would highly recommend this place
Pros:

From the moment I walked into the hotel I was amazed. It smelled so good. Everything was impeccable. So clean and the staff was great. They answered all of my questions and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. I would highly recommend this place you will not be disappointed.

Cons:

Absolutely nothing it was great.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Dimitri • family_with_children • us
8
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee