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Pirates Cove

Property class: 2

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A nighttime scene with a large crowd gathered to watch fireworks.
A restaurant with a 'Welcome to Lazy Pirate' sign, outdoor seating, and a bar area.
An outdoor restaurant with wooden beams, bar area, and outdoor seating.
A colorful building with a sign reading "The Drummer's Retreat."
A rustic bar area with wooden furniture, a counter with various bottles, and a large screen.

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct

Explore the area

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701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428
  • Place, Carolina Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Carolina Beach State Park
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, bedside tables, a desk, and artwork on the walls.

Room, 1 King Bed

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(24 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

7.6 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a lamp, and three wall-mounted artworks.

Deluxe Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area with chairs and a table.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

About the area

Carolina Beach

At Pirates Cove you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of popular places like Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Lazy Pirate, is open for lunch and dinner. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions in proximity to this Carolina Beach hotel include University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Wrightsville Beach.

What's nearby

  • SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - 7 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Carolina Beach Arcade - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crush & Grind - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Sandspur - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. An outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at Pirates Cove. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Carolina Beach hotel.

  • 58 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 2007
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
Pirates Cove offers 58 accommodations with coffee/tea makers. Fridges and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include a shower.

This Carolina Beach hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Housekeeping is offered on request and hairdryers can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Lazy Pirate

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping on request

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Built in 2007
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; check-in end time: midnight

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 25 lb per pet)
  • Certain rooms only, restrictions apply
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 30.00 per pet, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 3 per cent

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
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in certain rooms only; other restrictions apply (please see the Fees section for related charges). To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach

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Pirates Cove Hotel

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Pirates Cove Carolina Beach

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Pirates Cove?

Pirates Cove offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Pirates Cove?

As of 15 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Pirates Cove on 7 Oct 2026 start from NZ$168, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Pirates Cove?

Yep, Pirates Cove has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Pirates Cove?

Yep, Pirates Cove is a short 9-minute walk from Carolina Beach. Fun beach activities include volleyball and fishing.

Does Pirates Cove have a pool?

Pirates Cove has an outdoor pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Pirates Cove?

No, Pirates Cove does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Pirates Cove?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Pirates Cove?

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

Pirates Cove Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 223 out of 600 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 158 out of 600 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 600 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 60 out of 600 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 54 out of 600 reviews

7.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

6.8/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Casey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We always enjoy our stay- we’ve been coming here for years. The rooms are always clean, and the staff is delightful. Really enjoy the bar that is on site.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Convenient to local attractions & restaurant & bar on site
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and there was someone always at the front desk to help you. Convenient location to nearby stores and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, helpful staff, good working AC unit and Fabulous Restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Clayton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! No frills but clean rooms and pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Wendell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was was helpful and and friendly. The rooms were clean and comfortable. The bar on the property was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Norine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was great, close to restaurants, the beach and shops
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
This hotel was absolutely perfect for what we needed it to be. A family friendly beach town hotel within walking distance to multiple things for all our kiddos, including the boardwalk (only about a 10 min walk). The rooms were really nice, mattresses could be updated ha, but they were clean and we still slept. The property was quiet, no issues with checking in or out and the staff was lovely. A definite choice for us again when we visit Carolina Beach next time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jazmaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, not far from the beach, and even slept well. Will absolutely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Julian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for something on the cheaper side but still very nice and close to the beach this is the place! Walking distance to everything restaurants, the pier, bars, and entertainment. The staff was lovely and very friendly, the restaurant next door. (the lazy pirate) has great food and amazing drinks. I enjoyed my trip and will be returning!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Orey

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was good on the property could not ask for anything better. Just the neighbor beside us was very noisy
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The property was clean. Chris was wonderful! It was a quaint vibe. Our stay was brief but great
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and organized when I arrived, staff were polite and friendly. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jeannine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Appreciated the pet friendly accommodation and thankful i was booked into a 1st floor room. Staff was pleasant and a semi-short walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The A/C was ice cold when we got to the room .Turned the heat on and that worked perfectly too. The room was spotless. Would definitely stay here again
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Ana

Liked: Staff & service
Only stayed one night less than 12 hrs so it served its purpose
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
swimmingpool outside
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Mac

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Staff very helpful. Older motel, but clean. Very popular so expect a crowd. Parking is at a premium because they have a very popular restaurant next door also!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Timithy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rosalee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nicole was very helpful when fixing our keys when they wouldn’t work! Any time she would see us out and about she would ask if we needed anything! Very polite and courteous! Would stay here again! It was an awesome to have a place for our service animal to go and hang out! (as well as others who have pets) very pet accommodating!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Fatima

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
no parking, room not clean- paid but didnt stay. Had to find an alternate plans.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay and a great view
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Mattress was flimsy and springy, I ached the next day from it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Andra

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I had a loud squeeking noise that came out of the bathroom the whole time we were there. Could not sleep! Staff said there wasnt anything they could do and couldn't give any discount either. Beds were old spring mattresses that were completely sunk in the middle.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026