Dry Dock Inn

3.0 star property

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
300 S. Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Carolina Beach Lake Park
    1 min walk
  • Hang Ten Grill
    1 min walk
  • Forden Station
    23 min drive
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    36 min drive

Room options

Traditional Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Premium Quadruple Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Honeymoon Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premium Double Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Traditional Single Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Classic Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Premium Single Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Comfort Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

Double Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Single Room, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Signature Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

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About this property

Dry Dock Inn

Family-friendly motel with 2 outdoor pools and beach bars
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.

Our customers tell us they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dry Dock Inn. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Carolina Beach Lake Park. Free WiFi in public areas, free self parking, and 2 outdoor pools are available.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self parking
  • Enjoy drinks at the 8 beach bars
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include a virtual front desk
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean accommodations and the value of their stay
  • 10 minutes by foot from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and a 2-minute drive from Carolina Beach State Park
Dry Dock Inn offers its guests 2 outdoor swimming pools and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 8 beach bars. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and a garden are also featured at the family-friendly Dry Dock Inn. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Dry Dock Inn was completed in May 2023.

This 3-star Carolina Beach motel is smoke free.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

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

Food and drink

  • 8 beach bars

Things to do

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Bike parking
  • Table tennis

Family friendly

  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Fence around the pool
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool sunloungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Accessibility

  • If you have any requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • This property does not have any lifts
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Games
  • Renovated entire property – May 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Heating
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bath
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV
  • Digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

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

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • 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: 18

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; front desk staffed during limited hours
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 driving to the property should contact this property in advance (e.g., directions)
For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation

Renovations and closures

This property is closed from September 26 2024 to June 1 2025 (dates subject to change).

Access methods

Access code, front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
The front desk at this property is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM.
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests. Guests who plan to drive should contact this property in advance for more details (e.g., directions). For more details, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Up to 2 children 12 years old and younger stay free, per registered adult, in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Dry Dock Inn.

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Dry Dock Inn Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 38 out of 938 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Max

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for the weekend. Perfect room for the 2 of us.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sydney

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
We stayed 2 nights. The other guest were quiet for the most part. But, the housecleaning folks were very loud and being on vacation with no wake-up time was very disturbing. These ladies would slam the doors. Taking very loud. Moving furniture around while we were sleeping or trying to sleep. The BEDS were very very uncomfortable. The other issue is we had NO HOT water. Wow. Imagine that !!! Probably will have to not book this motel again. We were in room 17
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

karen-Mari, Mt Holly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location is perfect. I wish the beds are queen size. I hope they update the electric
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
There were a couple of bugs in the room and the couch had stains on it
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

orlando

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
No complaints
Room was ready early and no issues with access. Great location. Everything was within walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deana

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was great. However, ice machines were not provided.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jissell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean in and out of the property . The rooms were a little muggy even with the AC ON
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very out of date
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marcus

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
A very clean, but didn’t smell so well, but I used to plug-in air freshener and it was a great weekend Price just right Nice room for a couples weekend
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sylvia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It’s a nice chill spot on the beach close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Reuben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect Get-away for me and my Granddaughter!!
This was an unplanned trip for me and my grand daughter (6). Everything about the area felt very safe, #1 priority, though we don’t go out after dark. We walked the town multiple times. The gentleman at the front office was quick to resolve any issue we had and answer any questions. My gdaughter enjoyed having her own room to play and sleep in. We loved the pool and the location, and the price was right. A quick walk to the beach, rides, ice cream across the street, excellent restaurant right next door (Hang Ten) We will be back! Dry Dock Inn, keep up the awesome work!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gonzalo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Nice one night stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Cristofur

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darius

great place
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Roy

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Olivia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Awesome Getaway
Loved our stay at Dry Dock Inn. Our room was in the back and secluded. Loved the location. We could walk to everything we wanted to and left the truck in the lot. Boardwalk attractions were close. Staff and service was awesome! Room was clean. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024