Trailborn Surf & Sound

4.0 star property
Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool

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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)
Property video
Surfside Double Queen with Balcony
Beach/ocean view
Building design

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Breakfast available
The current price is NZ$633
includes taxes & fees
16 June - 17 June

Explore the area

Map
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Wrightsville Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Wrightsville SUP
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪19 min drive‬

Room options

Soundside King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Soundside Queen - ADA

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Surfside Deluxe King with Balcony

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Surfside King with Shower - ADA

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Soundside King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Surfside King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Surfside King with Balcony

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Deluxe Soundside King - ADA

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Surfside Double Queen with Balcony

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Surfside King Suite with Balcony

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Surfside Double Queen - ADA

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Deluxe Garden Suite

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Dining table
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Pillow-top bed
  • 56 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Surfside Double Queen

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Surfside King

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Soundside Queen

Highlights

Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2025
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
  • 26 sq m
  • Harbour view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Wrightsville Beach

A family-friendly stay in Wrightsville Beach awaits you at Trailborn Surf & Sound. Within steps you'll find Wrightsville Beach and Aussie Island Surf Shop within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this beachfront resort include 2 restaurants, an outdoor swimming pool and a marina. .The fine-dining restaurant, La Duna Paradiso, is open for breakfast and dinner. Bar Duna is the resort's own lobby lounge, serving drinks along with lunch and dinner. Spend the day at the beach where you'll find sunloungers, and enjoy the on-site 24-hour gym and Hot tub. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a sauna and a coffee shop/cafe. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Wrightsville Beach resort include University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Riverwalk.

What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Aussie Island Surf Shop - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wrightsville SUP - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 4 min drive - 2.4 km
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 11 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater Waterfront Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Trailborn Surf & Sound

Family-friendly beachfront location with outdoor pool
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sunloungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Trailborn Surf & Sound such as a marina, an outdoor pool and complimentary bicycles.

There are 2 restaurants on site, along with a coffee shop/cafΘ. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a beach bar, a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a 24-hour fitness centre, a hot tub and a sauna. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Trailborn Surf & Sound was completed in January 2025.

This 4-star Wrightsville Beach resort is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Built in 1964
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Umbrellas for the pool
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Water dispenser
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar on the beach
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
Trailborn Surf & Sound offers 151 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels, first-run films and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include bathrobes, designer toiletries and hairdryers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. In-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 15 to 25 per person
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A beach bar
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Bar Duna
  • Blockade Surf Bar
  • La Duna Paradiso

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Beach volleyball
  • Boat
  • Boat tours
  • Fishing
  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sail boat
  • Sauna
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding
  • Table tennis
  • TV in common areas
  • Water sports equipment
  • Yoga classes

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared microwave
  • Water dispenser

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Porter/bellhop
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Beach umbrellas
  • Dock
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Marina
  • On the beach
  • On the waterfront
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool cabanas (surcharge)
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (107 centimetre wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 7 floors
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1964
  • Renovated entire property - January 2025
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • First-run films
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Meal delivery service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February and March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Resort fee: USD 42.93 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness centre access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self-parking
  • Spa access
  • Hot tub access

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.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (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

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Blockade Beach Runner Resort
Blockade Runner
Blockade Runner Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Blockade Runner Resort
Runner Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Resort Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Hotel Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Wrightsville
Trailborn Surf Sound
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Wrightsville Beach
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Trailborn Surf & Sound offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

Is parking available at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Yep, Trailborn Surf & Sound has valet parking for USD 25 per night.

Are there any beaches close to Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Yep, Trailborn Surf & Sound is a short 2-minute walk from Wrightsville Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball, surfing and body boarding. You can also find water sports equipment and sail boats.

Is there a spa on site at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

There's no onsite spa, but this property does offer services like massages.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound have a pool?

Yep, and guests love it! Trailborn Surf & Sound has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying in a cabana and under the shade of an umbrella. The pool is open 8 AM to 10 PM.

What luxury perks are available at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Trailborn Surf & Sound features an outdoor pool, 1 hot tub and 2 restaurants. All guestrooms come with pillowtop beds and premium bedding.

What makes Trailborn Surf & Sound a romantic place to stay?

1 hot tub and beachfront dining, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Trailborn Surf & Sound.

Is Trailborn Surf & Sound family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as free bike rentals and a picnic area, as well as free infant beds and free extra beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Trailborn Surf & Sound is a hit with families.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is served daily from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

No, Trailborn Surf & Sound does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Check-in begins at 4 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

No, pets are not allowed.

Trailborn Surf & Sound Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 49 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 49 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 49 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 49 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 49 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Doug

Travelled with family
We understand the hotel is being renovated but the doors to the hallway stairs need regular washing and/or paint. The amount of fingerprints on those doors and with one elevator being broken down it caused us to use the stairs which offset many of the improvements you have done with the hotel. Also our room, 221 did not have the view that was portrayed when we booked our room and it was a bit false advertising. Also the rabbits on the grounds are cute but i would certainly not walk barefoot or use the grassy areas due the rabbit poop.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rhianna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jerry

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel, very relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Parameswaran Nair

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love it
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maddie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the remodel, great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dolores

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wrightsville beach getaway

The renovation was really nice. The hotel is beautiful. The grounds were gorgeous very pleased with my stay. I would go back there. They now have a restaurant. Food was good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jake

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trish

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

sean

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Horrible property shocked that they are a Marriott owned hotel! They won’t tell you that they took one night on my credit card without telling me. I thought I had fraud on my credit card. Staff was rude and room smells.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheng-Che

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

angela

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Service on takeout coffee in the AM needs to be better staffed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Keith

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Weekend Stay

The hotel was in the perfect location and beach access is right out the back door. Great pool and pool bar. No microwave but staff accommodated us by heating up our daughter’s food in the staff lounge. That was so nice. The restaurant is fantastic and the food was delicious.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Beautiful remodel
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Property but could offer complimentary coffee or such from lobby area in the mornings and parking can be interesting. Staff and property were Awesome!!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was nice newly created.However I didn't have a phone and it did not work well with my computer for work as far as internet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Peggy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice updates. Comfortable room. Food was limited and needs menu fine tuning
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Laura

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The beach access was easy and beautiful property. Great outdoor bar and dining area. The food was wonderful. Comfortable beds,clean rooms. They provide a beach bag with the option to purchase. I will definitely return. Overall great upgrades on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

J

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is a nice property. The room was clean and tge location is excellent. Lots of dining options nearby. Good outdoor areas including beach and pool.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025