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The Sand Dunes

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM, pool umbrellas
Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside | Terrace/patio
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, paper towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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

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Suite, Oceanfront | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, Oceanfront

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 33 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Room, City View

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

Standard Room, City View

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, City View

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

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

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Blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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

Standard Room

  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Sand Dunes

Hotel on the beach, with seasonal outdoor pool
Along with a seasonal outdoor pool, this smoke-free hotel has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. Housekeeping is available once per stay.
The Sand Dunes offers 38 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Fridges 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 an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided once per stay.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a seasonal 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 a seasonal outdoor pool. This property offers pet-friendly amenities, such as an off-lead area.
  • Free Wi-Fi (speed: 25+ Mbps)
  • Free self-parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Amenities include a terrace
  • Guests have great things to say about the clean guestrooms and the helpful staff
  • 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-lead area
The Sand Dunes offers its guests a seasonal 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 number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Things to do

  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

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
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • An off-lead area is available
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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
Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. 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.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open on 15 April and close on 15 October.
  • 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. 309 out of 490 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 102 out of 490 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 43 out of 490 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 23 out of 490 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 490 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Rae

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average but the location was excellent. FYI this hotel takes dogs. There was a dog barking on the balcony and one that was swimming in the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Jessica

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful beach, quick access, but we kept finding cockroaches in our room. Luckily, only one at a time 😬 The room smelled off too.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jesse

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Meryem

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The sink was not draining. Bathroom has no sink you have to walk around the room to get to it. The room smelled like a strong carpet freshener trying to cover moldy smell. The AC u AC units are super loud, we had to turn them off. The garbage pick up came at 6am on a Sunday!!! Pluses: front desk staff was very nice. Bed sheets were clean and proximity to the beach and Kure Beach pier was perfect!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Amenities
The staff were very helpful and professional. I truly enjoyed my stay. I look forward to returning in the future😃
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Clara

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Great location, disappointing accomodations

I was really disappointed by the quality of the room, the cleanliness, and honestly even my experience checking in. The check in instructions were unclear and confusing. After a long day of driving it was not the relaxing stop that we were hoping for. The kitchen was very minimally equipped and there were stains on the walls in the main room and the bathroom. The beds were uncomfortable and taco shaped. Cigarette smoke wafted up from the parking lot to the balcony. It generally smelled like mold. I could go on but I’m over it. Great location and beautiful view.
View from the balcony, the chairs are the perfectly wrong height to where I couldn’t see the water past the railing when sitting down
When we entered the room we were hit with the smell of mold, didn’t take long to see that the AC front was covered in mold and dust that it was blowing into the room
They charge $25 if you leave dishes which makes me question if these dishes are ever properly washed..
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christian

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
On the beach which was perfect! Hotel is old but has charm.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Krisztina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Dustin

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Mattresses were awful, and room had a musty cigarette smell. Customer service was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, great size room, location close to pier, rooms are updated. The balcony ocean view. I will return. Affordable!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Shamim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom and outlook very old windoes block the occean view allover old building
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
I did not see any ice machines or vending machines, however there was a store a block down the street along with several restaurants in the same walkable area
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Corwin

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room was dirty, dead flies all over, the parking lot shined their headlights right into the bedroom, the bed was pushed right against the window. There was mold all over the ceiling and bathroom, I have pictures. They double charged me even though I paid through Expedia and finally they ended up reimbursing me. If I didn’t get a good deal via Expedia I wouldn’t stay here ever. Saw cockroaches on their boardwalk and the walkways to the rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Isabelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room smelled something awful
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Paige, Angier

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great place for a quick get away
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ginger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Very helpful staff. Will definitely come back to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

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

My first choice when fishing in Kure Beach

Clean room, great communications, can't beat the convenience to the beach. Pool is nice too.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We live the sand dunes. It is a quiet family place to stay. Convenient to everything. There was an issue getting the light timer to come on before dark but otherwise good. Staff was super nice and helpful. Could use some oven pans in the room instead of aluminum foil but worked in a pinch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Cary

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was ok until we tried to leave the room. The lock didnt work. When we returned we were locked out. No one was in the office or answered the phone. After a while we fpund someone putside smoking who was the office person. Because hotels.com couldn’t charge is a $3 fee and Sands didn’t tell us they locked us out. Tv didnt work. AC was like a freight train. Not a great anniversary/birthday trip. Bathroom door didn’t close. Circuit breaker scary
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kellie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

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

Kure Beach, away from crowd but close to restauran

Amazing location. Cloudy and windy but still enjoyed beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025