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Darlings by the Sea

3.5 star property
Sun and fun on the beach, near Kure Beach

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Expedia Room 54 | Balcony view
Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Front of property
Beach/ocean view
Private kitchenette

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
329 Atlantic Ave, Kure Beach, NC, 28449
  • Ocean Front Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Kure Beach Pier
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Room options

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Expedia Room 54

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
TV
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Expedia Room 51

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
TV
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Expedia Room 55

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
TV
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Expedia Room 52

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
TV
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 37 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Expedia Room 53

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Private hot tub
TV
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Kure Beach

Darlings by the Sea places you steps from Kure Beach and within a 10-minute stroll of Carolina Beach. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include in-room hot tubs, free WiFi and furnished balconies. .Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site gym. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .With a stay at this 3.5-property class Kure Beach hotel, you'll be 4.6 km (2.8 mi) from Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

What's nearby

  • Kure Beach - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ocean Front Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Kure Beach Pier - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 5 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Fort Fisher State Historic Site - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ocean Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Darlings by the Sea

Sun and fun on the beach, near Kure Beach
Darlings by the Sea offers its guests a fitness centre. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Kure Beach hotel is smoke free.

  • 5 guestrooms or units
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • No smoking on site
Darlings by the Sea offers 5 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature Hot tubs and complimentary bathrobes. Rooms open to furnished balconies. This Kure Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit with in-room jetted baths and hairdryers. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and an iron/ironing board can be requested.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Gym

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Firepit
  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Food and drink

  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Phone

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. 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

What is the cancellation policy at Darlings by the Sea?

Darlings by the Sea offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Darlings by the Sea?

Yep, Darlings by the Sea has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Darlings by the Sea?

Yep, Darlings by the Sea is a short 1-minute walk from Kure Beach.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Darlings by the Sea?

Yep, all rooms come with private hot tubs.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Darlings by the Sea?

No, Darlings by the Sea does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Darlings by the Sea?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Darlings by the Sea?

No, pets are not allowed.

Darlings by the Sea Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michele

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect place!
It was a perfect place to get away. Quiet and clean and Sabrina was the sweetest. Spoiled us with snacks and goodies! Very pleased
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
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
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the view how quaint and cute and the bed was the softest and most comfortable. Was an amazing time and will be back.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Cozy and charming room by the sea
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
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Christine, High point

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Paradise
This is the best place to stay and the place is perfect for a couple, so clean and comfortable and a beautiful view of the ocean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Peace and quiet disliked no vending machines for late night munchies
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019