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We are a clean, oceanfront, and family-friendly motel right next door to the Kure Beach Pier. Restaurants and attractions are within walking distance, private oceanfront balconies are available, and state aquarium and ferry are right down the street. New for 2011, our family suite!!
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Free parking
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Outdoor pool
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Air conditioning
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Flatscreen TV
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Eddie Ellis wrote a review Oct 2023
Chapel Hill, North Carolina12 contributions
Simple and all we need for a relaxing vacation. Nothing fancy, great folks working there that help you when it’s needed. Close to Kure Beach Pier, numerous restaurants, small stores that are fun to visit. Rates are reasonable, plenty of parking.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: There isn’t an elevator, so if you are on the second floor, it’s steps to climb. We brought...
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Dutchfan wrote a review Jul 2022
North Carlolina98 contributions31 helpful votes
Maybe shouldn't give a 5* as the motel is a bit dated as others have pointed out, and does not have an elevator (just FYI but no problem for us). Here's what makes it special - The owners and staff are wonderful, the rooms are very clean and comfortable and location is unbeatable! We had a second floor efficiency with private balcony and the view of the beach and pier are fantastic. So easy to walk to the pool, beach, pier and stores. Highly recommend this top notch beach motel.
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Room Tip: Go with higher floor to get great views of the ocean and pier.
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Pat wrote a review Aug 2020
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My granddaughter and I stayed 3 nights. The room was clean and quiet. Staff was friendly and helpful. The pool was open at 8 and clean. Only negative was our shower didnt have much water pressure. We will be back. Thank you Jenda!
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Date of stay: August 2020Trip type: Travelled with family
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WLN wrote a review Jul 2019
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We've stayed at South Wind several times. This time has been the worst!!! I don't know why. The hotel is great. We've not gotten out towels replaced like we should have. And the front desk workers have been rude as you know what!! I really do hate it! We want a steady place to bring our kids. But this time has not been good at all. We had an issue with the room next to us. I went and talked to the man in the office. I was nice and he jerked around and crossed his arms and spoke to me with attitude. Then went down another and asked if we could stay an extra day in the room we have or another room. Didn't even look. Just said no. Also had attitude. Why?!!
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Date of stay: July 2019
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ikner005 wrote a review Aug 2018
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina129 contributions30 helpful votes
Clean older oceanfront motel. The lady at the front desk was very friendly. No one could argue about the summer rates. We had a microwave and a refrigerator. The room has a strong musty odor at first but after a while you don’t notice it. All of our neighbors have been coming here for years they told us, and this was our first visit; so that says something. Also you can walk to the pier and several eating establishments.
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Date of stay: August 2018
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Maria S wrote a review Aug 2018
Fort Walton Beach, Florida10 contributions3 helpful votes
This is my third time staying at South Wind and every time doesn't disappoint! The rooms are clean and the beds are comfortable. The motel is older but well maintained. The location is perfect, within walking distant to the pier and local restaurants. I have stayed at several of the motels in the area and South Wind is by far the best.
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Date of stay: August 2018
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Trip type: Travelled with family
Room Tip: You can't see the ocean from the oceanfront 1st floor. The 2nd and 3rd floor oceanfront...
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Glenn L wrote a review Nov 2017
Cherokee, North Carolina30 contributions10 helpful votes
clean room great location to beach and pier. motel is one of the older motels a lot of repeat customers everyone was friendly and respectful enjoyed my three day stay. would stay here again no problems here at all
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Date of stay: November 2017
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Diane F wrote a review Oct 2017
Jamestown, NC34 contributions24 helpful votes
This is not an upscale motel, but the staff is wonderful and it is clean. It is rundown and in need of painting, but you are close to everything in Kure Beach. We have stayed here for at least seven years and have enjoyed our stay. Warning: If you have any problems with stairs, there are no elevators. There is a small pool, a washer and dryer, and there is access to the beach.
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Date of stay: September 2017
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Jan L wrote a review Jun 2017
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My mother and I just returned to Ohio this evening from a three-night stay at South Wind. We had a wonderful time! The motel was exactly what we expected - possibly a bit better. We knew from photos and reviews that this is an older motel, and that was obvious when we arrived. Most importantly, however, it was very clean! That's my ultimate requirement of a hotel/motel room! Our room was clean, bedspreads not faded or worn, crisp, clean sheets, bathroom clean. The towels were your standard, scratchy hotel towels, but clean, adequate, and plentiful. Yes, there's old 70's type paneling in the rooms. Big deal. Our a/c unit ran non-stop while we were there, and kept the room just as we wanted it. The mini-fridge also worked well. Our room was more spacious than we anticipated. That was nice. It was perfect for just the two of us, but would maybe be a bit cramped for more - but no more so than any other standard motel room. The tile floors appeared to be just a few years old. Yes, they felt gritty all the time, but it does tend to be a bit sandy at the ocean. Some discoloration of the grout in the bathroom, but obviously clean and not moldy. There was a family with children in the unit above us, and I only heard footsteps once. So the rooms seem to be adequately insulated and private. My mother has severely limited mobility, and this was her first trip to the Atlantic in several decades!! I chose South Wind for it's proximity to the beach, and we were not disappointed by that at all! Just a nice little boardwalk, then 4 small steps, and we were on the beach (which is lifeguarded, by the way). The staff was extremely understanding and accommodating when I booked, making sure we would have a ground floor ocean front unit so my mother would have the shortest walk possible to the beach. The gentleman at the front desk even asked how well my mom did with the long drive down when we checked in. That was sweet. Updates to the rooms certainly would not go amiss, but, as I said, our room was well-maintained and very clean on our arrival. A huge improvement would be simple seating. Our room had a small table, but no really usable chairs in the room. There was one highly uncomfortable and impractical chair. Even plastic patio furniture would work better. The same goes for the little patio itself - the rocking chairs were great, but a little table out there would be extremely beneficial, making it more usable for having a snack or drink while enjoying the gorgeous ocean view. Other extras that would not break the bank but would add to the overall guest experience would be small hairdryers and coffee pots in the non-efficiency units. Again, these are just suggested upgrades, not necessities, and we knew ahead of time that they weren't provided. The grounds were well-kept, including the pool. We didn't use the pool, but we did note that it was maintained on a daily basis while we were there. Lots of guests seemed to be enjoying the pool frequently. The picnic table is a nice touch - we had our dinner out there one evening, and noticed another family using the table and provided charcoal grills, obviously enjoying their stay as well. The little boardwalk to the beach was also sturdy, and had boards that had obviously been replaced as needed - no loose boards, no splinters. We had a wonderful experience with South Wind, and will not hesitate to return!!
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Date of stay: June 2017Trip type: Travelled with family
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kiromancer wrote a review May 2017
Charlotte, North Carolina51 contributions5 helpful votes
Spent several days at the beach for my grandson's birthday. The room had an excellent view of the beach. The location was perfect for visiting the North Carolina Aquarium at Fort Fisher. There are several friendly nearby eateries as well. No pets are allowed and we had a non-smoking room, which was perfect.
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Date of stay: July 2016
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Frequently Asked Questions about South Wind Motel
Which popular attractions are close to South Wind Motel?
Nearby attractions include Fort Fisher State Recreation Area (4.0 km), Kure Beach Pier (0.09 km), and Carolina Beach State Park (5.5 km).
What are some of the property amenities at South Wind Motel?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include a pool, free parking, and laundry service.
Which room amenities are available at South Wind Motel?
Top room amenities include a kitchenette, air conditioning, and a flat screen TV.
Is parking available at South Wind Motel?
Yes, free parking is available to guests.
What are some restaurants close to South Wind Motel?
Conveniently located restaurants include Cape Fear Boil Company, Britt's Donut Shop, and Wake N Bake Donuts.
Are there opportunities to exercise at South Wind Motel?
Yes, guests have access to a pool during their stay.
Is South Wind Motel located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.05 km away from the centre of Kure Beach.
Are there any historical sites close to South Wind Motel?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Fort Fisher State Recreation Area (4.0 km), Fort Fisher State Historic Site (3.1 km), and Brunswick Town and Fort Anderson State Historic Site (5.9 km).
Does South Wind Motel have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the ocean view available here.
Is South Wind Motel accessible?
Yes, it offers wheelchair access and reduced mobility rooms. For specific enquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.