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Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
Hotel with outdoor pool, near Carolina Beach Boardwalk

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Lunch and dinner served
Exterior
Outdoor pool
Pet-friendly

Reviews

7.4 out of 10
Good
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.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Air conditioning

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)
The current price is R2 128
R2 405 total
includes taxes & fees
05 May - 06 May

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

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

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
2 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds (Pet Friendly)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

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

What's nearby

  • Carolina Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Carolina Beach Boardwalk - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Carolina Beach State Park - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Freeman Park - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Carolina Beach Fishing Pier - 6 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪El Cazador 2 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Britt's Donut Shop - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Seawitch Cafe & Tiki Bar - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Fat Pelican - ‬10 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 just a 5-minute drive from Kure Beach Pier.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 58 rooms
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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
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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
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Required at check-in

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

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets allowed (2 total, up to 11 kg per pet)*
    • Service animals welcome
    • Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Designated smoking areas

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Barbecue grills

What to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Beach 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

More

  • 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

Also known as

Drifters Reef Motel Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef Motel
Drifters Reef Carolina Beach
Drifters Reef
Drifters Reef Hotel Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel
Drifters Reef Hotel
Pirates Cove Carolina Beach
Pirates Cove Hotel Carolina Beach

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.

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.

Are there restaurants at or near Pirates Cove?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Lazy Pirate.

What's the area around Pirates Cove like?

Pirates Cove is a short 9-minute walk from Carolina Beach and 10 minutes' walk from Carolina Beach Boardwalk.

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Pirates Cove Reviews

Reviews

7,4

Good

7,4/10

Cleanliness

8,2/10

Staff & service

6,8/10

Amenities

7,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7,0/10

Eco-friendliness

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Location
Restaurant
Parking
Beach
Apartment
Bar
Live music
Bed

Reviews

8/10 Very good

Okay

It was okay, flies were in the room and were a little annoying, bed wasnt the comfiest but the bathroom was good for the most part
2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pet friendly & no frills

I would absolutely stay here again. It fit my needs for the night. My room was clean comfy and quiet. Each room has a bench outside if you're a smoker or if you just like being outside. They are super pet friendly with a restaurant on site that's pet friendly as well. The pool is small and clean. I forgot to get a name, but the lady as the frot desk was very friendly and helpful.
Briana, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Hotel Motel

This location is more like the “Motel” of hotels in this area. We had 2 rooms, the beds were sizable (2 king beds), but they were NOT comfortable. Basic spring mattress, we were so sore upon waking up lol! The rooms were VERY basic, microwave, refrigerator, the bathroom and shower/tub were nice and clean. Very basic room. It is NOT A BEACHFRONT, which the website said, I was so disappointed! The beach is about 3 blocks away, 5 min walk. I’d book it again if I were absolutely desperate for a place to stay. Not the worst, but far from the best.
2-night trip

6/10 Good

Pretty good!

It was pretty much what you would expect for a motel. The mattress isn’t attached to the box spring and very easily slid away from the headboard which was irritating but not the end of the world. The staff was very kind and helpful
Molly, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was nice and cozy. Friendly staff.
Bisceglia, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Can walk to the beach
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice staff restaurant right next door.
Simon, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay

Room was great with the exception of a couple of things that needed to be addressed which I did with the front desk. Remember to bring a hair dryer the rooms do not have one. Have stayed here many times and always enjoy it.
kimberly, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was nice and the staff
Deborah, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The onsite restaurant was amazing. Walking distance to the beach and boardwalk.
Ciji, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Clean room, conveniently located. Enjoyed our stay.
Irene, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Thin walls and a holiday weekend makes for not a lot of sleep. Lots of kids running up and down the wood plank stairs and balcony pretty late into the night . I could hear the conversations (and other noises) from the couple next door , and the music from the bar and restaurant across the parking lot is loud and goes pretty late as well. However ,I have stayed in this same spot In the off season and noise wasn’t as much of a problem. Positives : great location. Lots of food shopping and entertainment are walkable distance. The staff are always kind and helpful. Pool is always clean during the warm seasons , and it’s one of the more affordable spots on the island . Negatives: it’s loud , thin walls , floors are kinda gross , I bring bedroom slippers everywhere I go so I wasn’t super concerned ( it was also a busy holiday weekend , I think lots of people were coming in from the pool and beach and housekeep just overlooked mopping) Positives: Kind staff . Place seems safe. Location is convenient. Pool is clean . Free parking and you can usually get fairly close to your room, beds and linens seem clean and fresh despite the floors being sticky. Shower was fine , heat and air were loud , but they worked and that’s most important. All in all , I think it’s a great place for an affordable visit to the beach , if you are mostly going to be at the beach and pool and just need a bed in a safe convenient spot.
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My stay at Pirates Cove was nice. The staff were friendly and very informative. The food next door at The Lazy Pirate was great as well.
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My second time being there and we love it!! Gonna make it our second home 😜the lazy pirate next door was some of the best food ever! The receptionist there ... Flower is her name is probably the best I've ever run across...felt like being with family!!!I definitely recommend both.. HIGHLY!!!THANKS for making the experience....a memory 🙃
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Person at the front desk great atencion
Edgar, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Wales the plank

Dated. Not very clean. Room was unfinished. Bedding was uncomfortable
Jay, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Upgrades to the hotel were very nice we thorough ghly enjoyed our stay. We'll be at New Years
kimberly, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I had the best time with my grandson! The people were friendly, it was clean and well kept. The restaurant was amazing and so much fun! Was able to walk to attractions!
Angela, 2-night trip

2/10 Poor

Nothing unique besides the bugs
Carlos, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Older motel. Very affordable and convenient to the beach.
jennifer, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pirates Cove was better than anticipated! We will be going back soon!
Jenniffer, 1-night trip

2/10 Poor

Very dirty rooms and unexpected fees.
Alexander, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and nice facility
Bobby, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Can’t beat the stay for the price
Daylin, 1-night trip

4/10 Fair

Crazy people on the the weekends lol just go during the week
Bianca, 4-night trip