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The Inn at Southport

3.0 star property
3-star motel near Franklin Square Gallery

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Exterior
The Apartment | Private kitchen | Microwave, coffee/tea maker
Room 1 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets
The Apartment | Living area | 43-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Property grounds

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
512 N Howe St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Southport Marina
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Oak Island Lighthouse
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Room options

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Room 10 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 10

  • 260 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 1 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 1

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 11 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 11

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Room 8 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 8

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 9 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 9

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 16 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 16

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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The Apartment | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

The Apartment

  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Twin Trundle Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 King Bed

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Room 12 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 12

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Queen Sofa Bed

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Room 15 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 15

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 14 - Solar light | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 14 - Solar light

  • 160 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 6 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 6

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 5 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 5

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 3 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 3

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

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Room 7 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 7

  • 117 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Room 2 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 2

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Room 4 | 1 bedroom, individually decorated, individually furnished, bed sheets

Room 4

  • 190 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

About the neighborhood

Southport

In shopping district.Your stay at this Southport motel places you within a 10-minute walk of Franklin Square Gallery and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Also, Old Brunswick County Jail Museum is within half a mile (1 km) and Southport Marina is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • The Clubs at St. James - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Southport Marina - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Oak Island Lighthouse - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Inn at Southport

3-star motel near Franklin Square Gallery
The Inn at Southport offers its guests a picnic area, express check-in, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 3-star Southport motel.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Smoking in designated areas
The Inn at Southport offers 16 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature hair dryers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. 43-inch flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Guests can make use of the in-room microwaves and coffee/tea makers. Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • Free bicycle rentals
  • Games

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 43-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Mobile key entry

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM
Contactless check-in available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with special check-in instructions and smart lock details; access will be through a private entrance

Access methods

Private entrance, smart lock

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

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; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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. 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 Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions and guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is The Inn at Southport to the airport?

The Inn at Southport is 32.8 mi (45-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Inn at Southport?

As of Apr 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Inn at Southport on Apr 21, 2025 start from $133.4, excluding 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.

Does The Inn at Southport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Inn at Southport.

How close is The Inn at Southport to the beach?

This motel is 10.7 mi (53-min drive) from Carolina Beach and 8 mi (48-min drive) from Kure Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does The Inn at Southport offer free breakfast?

The Inn at Southport does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Inn at Southport?

No, there is no casino at this motel.

What time is check-in at The Inn at Southport?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 2:00 AM.

Is there free parking at The Inn at Southport?

Free parking is not available at this motel.

Does The Inn at Southport have a pool?

The Inn at Southport does not have a pool.

Does The Inn at Southport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is The Inn at Southport to downtown Southport?

The Inn at Southport is 0.1 mi away from Southport.

The Inn at Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 96 out of 130 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 130 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 130 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 130 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 130 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jeffery

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert J

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Everything was great even had a letter explaining places to go and eat very helpful and thanking me for staying
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Traveled with family

Awesome stay

The staff here was extremely organized and friendly. I had an issue with the toilet in my room and at 3:00 am helped me with this. They also assisted me in getting a unit with more room for us. Love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

SA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities
Well situated location w/responsive staff. However, it is an older property which needs extra care, reeks of weed, has zero amenities & frankly I suspect the owner is allowing it to go to seed. It could be a great property w/some TLC & added staff, likewise the check in @ 4 & checkout @ 10 are the worst I’ve seen
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice stay. Very welcoming!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

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

Great spot, walkable to everything. Will be back.

Really friendly staff with clear and useful communication. They had good recommendations for restaurants and places to see. Super convenient location and a great price for a last minute, holiday weekend trip. They had bikes to borrow and water for us in the fridge after a hot hot day. This was a pretty no-frills room but had everything we needed and the staff is definitely going the extra mile to make sure you’re happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location convenient to eateries and pubs. Communication was excellent with easy check in. The room was very clean, bright, and cozy.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely loved my stay at the Inn and visiting the surrounding area/ beaches. Exactly what I needed. Very cute, safe, clean, and convenient. True to pictures. Owner super helpful, polite and responsive. Southport is a cozy, inviting and relaxing little waterfront town. Looking forward to staying here again. My only issue, the shower (and bathroom) is very small, hard to wash my hair, couldn't really shave my legs. But still got the job done.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very comfortable property in the main part of this small town. It seems that the owner made a recent and very considerable investment to update the rooms and the results are outstanding. The room was spotless and very comfortable. They have a contactless check in procedure and it worked flawlessly. Would recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Diann

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great location but room small
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this place!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Super cute and quaint place to stay. Customer service was great. Downside was the bathroom was really tiny with no tub for my 5 year old, but that wasn’t a dealbreaker.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Eddie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Easy check in. Off street parking. Older unit but modern conveniences.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sonya

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were pleasantly surprised at the this remodeled motel, that has been in Southport since the 50's. Beautifully decorated, very pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great refurbished old school motel. Room was clean and comfortable. Customer Service was spot on. Rebecca was a true pleasure and very helpful with restaurant referrals and things to do in the area. Already booked another stay!!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly

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

Cute and clean retro motel

The Inn at Southport is a great little motel well situated in historic downtown Southport. Shops, restaurants and waterfront are all within walking distance. The marina to catch a ferry to Bald Head Island was only a few short miles. The motel was exceptionally clean and smelled wonderful! The staff was extraordinary, checking in with us via text to see if we needed anything. It was such a personal touch you don't get with big hotels. Every night they had a mini "bon-file" going, which is perfect for roasting marshmallows! The traffic was a bit noisy at night, but we took an extra white noise maker which blocked out most of the traffic sounds. We would totally stay here again, and it's perfect for a short weekend stay or a longer visit if coming to one of the fun festivals! Nice visit and motel stay all the way around!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023