Pirates Cove

Hotel with outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

At Pirates Cove, indulge in a beachside retreat with an outdoor pool and barbecue grills. Enjoy easy access to free self parking and in-room WiFi. Guests appreciate the convenience of laundry facilities and delicious meals at the restaurant.

Good

Popular amenities

Main amenities (10)

Housekeeping (on request)
Near the beach
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Outdoor pool
24-hour front desk
Vending machine
Self-serve laundry
Picnic area
Barbecue grills
Volleyball

Feel at home (6)

Microwave
Private bathroom
Television
Laundry facilities
Coffee/tea maker
In-room climate control (air conditioning)

$115 nightly

Oct 12 - Oct 13

Total with taxes and fees

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 10 - Oct 11

Tomorrow

Oct 11 - Oct 12

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 8 of 8 rooms

Room, 1 King Bed

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room

Excellent

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

Good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Deluxe Room

Very good

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning

Refrigerator

Flat-screen TV

2 bedrooms

Private bathroom

Microwave

Coffee/tea maker

Cable channels

2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Similar properties

Pool
Pet friendly
Free parking
Free WiFi

$97 nightly

Nov 10 - Nov 11

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

701 North Lake Park Blvd, Carolina Beach, NC, 28428

What's nearby

Carolina Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Carolina Beach State Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 5 min drive - 2.9 km
Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

‪Island Burgers And Bites - ‬5 min walk
‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
‪SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬7 min walk
‪Nollie's Taco Joint - ‬8 min walk
‪El Cazador Carolina Beach - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Pirates Cove

Pirates Cove puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of Carolina Beach and Carolina Beach Boardwalk. Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Lazy Pirate, which serves lunch and dinner. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 58 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

- Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
- Late check-in subject to availability
- Minimum check-in age: 18
- Check-out time is 11 AM
- Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

- The property charges 3 percent for credit card payments
- Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Required at check-in

- Credit card required for incidental charges
- Government-issued photo ID may be required
- Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

- No cribs (infant beds)

Pets

- Pets allowed (2 total, up to 25 lbs per pet)*
- Service animals welcome
- Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

- Free onsite self parking
- Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
- Onsite parking limited (max 1 space per unit)

Other information

- Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Barbecue grills

What to do

Beach volleyball
Beach nearby
Fishing nearby

Services

24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities

Facilities

Built in 2007
Picnic area
An outdoor pool

Accessibility

Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

32-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels

Home comfort

Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker

Sleep well

Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

Private bathroom
Shower only
Hair dryer (on request)
Towels

Stay connected

Free WiFi

Food and drink

Refrigerator
Microwave

Housekeeping (on request)

Special features

Dining

Lazy Pirate - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 3 percent

Pets

Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day

Policies

This property does not have elevators.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover

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Frequently asked questions

Does Pirates Cove offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Pirates Cove does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Pirates Cove?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Pirates Cove?

Yes, pets are welcome, with a limit of 2 total and maximum weight of 25 lbs per pet. There's a charge of USD 30.00 per pet, per day. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

Is parking offered on site at Pirates Cove?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Pirates Cove?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Contactless check-out is available.

What is there to do at Pirates Cove and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as volleyball. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a picnic area.