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The Sand Dunes

2.0 star property

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Terrace/patio
Sun deck
Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View
Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking included

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133 Fort Fisher Blvd S, Kure Beach, NC, 28449
  • Kure Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Kure Beach Pier
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, City View

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(11 reviews)
  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Oceanfront

Suite, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 42 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Sand Dunes

Hotel on the beach, with outdoor pool
Along with an outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has a seasonal outdoor pool and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Sand Dunes offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 25+ Mbps). 43-inch Smart televisions come with cable channels and Netflix. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and complimentary toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool.
The Sand Dunes's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Kure Beach. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus an outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities like an off-leash area.
  • Free WiFi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the location and the clean accommodations
  • Steps from Kure Beach and a 2-minute drive from Carolina Beach
  • Dogs welcome for a fee
  • Pet-friendly amenities are available, including an off-leash area
The Sand Dunes offers its guests an outdoor pool, a terrace, and pool umbrellas. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Kure Beach hotel is smoke free.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (once per stay)

Outdoors

  • On the beach
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Pool umbrellas
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 43-inch smart TV with cable channels
  • Hulu
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 35.00
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449]
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance
Guests will receive a text message at 11 AM on the check-in date with check-in instructions.

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-leash area is available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • 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:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

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.

  • Pet fee: USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 35.00 (subject to availability)
  • 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, 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
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property does not have a front desk. The check-in location differs from the property location. To check in, guests will need to go to Admirals Quarters 129 Fort Fisher Blvd S Kure Beach, NC 28449
Guests will receive an email 24 hours before arrival with check-in information and an access code. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open April 15 and close October 15.
  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.

Property is also known as

The Sand Dunes Hotel
The Sand Dunes Kure Beach
The Sand Dunes Hotel Kure Beach

The Sand Dunes Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 296 out of 462 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 95 out of 462 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 39 out of 462 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 20 out of 462 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 462 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Property was quite and the perfect location. We really enjoyed it. Clean rooms!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Mitchell

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room and swimming pool are very clean. Quick check in process.Easy access to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Travelled with family, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great trip, took the teenagers and they had a blast being so close to the beach access and the pool. Loved that the pier was in walking distance for fishing and watching fireworks without being in a crowd.
Third story balcony view
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our stay was good. Clean room. The mattress could have been a bit better. We had issues with air conditioner- but I called and they immediately put in a new one. Hotel stay was very friendly and attentive to our needs, location is great, will definately stay again❤️
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vincent

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Les

Liked: Cleanliness
The location is fine but our oceanfront room looked out on a parking lot with a lousy view of the pool shed. The ocean barely visible and no view of the beach. The room was clean and comfortable. A second or third floor room would have been fine. They should have told us about this when we booked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ritalynn

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Pitiful and needed love

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Altug

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
I have a open case with expedia right now about my stay, Horrible experience with expedia and sand dunes.Expedia doesn't publish correctly room types on their website and sand dunes don't want to be responsible with expedia mistakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beth

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the family atmosphere And Roz is absolutely awesome
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check in was easy, they were able to get checked in early (for a fee) which was nice. Small but sufficient parking lot. The pool was very nice and well kept. Having the beach access right there, along with a hose to spray off was really nice. Loved being so close to the pier. Definitely would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Brij, Hillsborough

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very convenient to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alyna

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location, we absolutely loved the keyless entry! Would definitely stay here again :)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great price very nice room clean
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

MCC

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Been coming to this property for years. Has been wonderful to see the updates to the room. Yours is always my first choice for an affordable, clean, and convenient place to stay. Will keep returning.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Patrice

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Staff & service
Kure Beach and Ft. Fisher are favorites of mine and the location of this hotel is in the heart of the area. Room was clean, beds good, kitchenette was helpful and it was on the ocean. All good. Negatives, air conditioner was very noisy and inconsistent. Pool lights and rear parking lot ruined the nightime ocean watching. Room smelled like mildew when we arrived. A bit pricy.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Gary

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

Great stay

Very convenient location. The place seems like it’s been recently renovated. It’s pet friendly but there no pet odors. Be sure to get breakfast at Ocean View Restaurant. And if the banana pudding is on the menu, you must have it!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Travelled with family
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and nice customer service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wes, delray beach

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was the best place for a family vacation
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

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

Great ocean front room!

Great ocean front room! Super easy check-in and check-out. There was a little musty smell to the room but we got used to it after the first day. Great that it is pet-friendly but starting April 1st, no dogs are allowed on the beach between 9am and 5pm. There weren’t any signs at the hotel or before you head to the beach. We found out from the police who were kind enough to let us know before we got a ticket. Most other beaches we have stayed at in NC or SC it was closer to mid May so we were surprised it was so early.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025