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The Sand Dunes

2.0 star property

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Stroll along the pier and enjoy the picturesque views of the beach and surrounding town.
Two single beds with wooden headboards, a dresser, and a chair in a clean and simple room.
Relax by the oceanfront pool surrounded by comfortable lounge chairs.
Enjoy a convenient kitchen with microwave, oven, and refrigerator, plus a coffee maker and kettle.
Relax on the deck with a view of the beach, featuring a comfortable Adirondack chair.

Popular amenities

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

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

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

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

Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Double Beds

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

Room, City View

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

Standard Room

  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

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

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, Poolside

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Standard Room, City View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 300 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, City View

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, City View

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

View all photos for Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

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

Room, 2 Double Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

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

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Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(21 reviews)
  • 358 sq ft
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Oceanfront | 1 bedroom, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Suite, Oceanfront

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 450 sq ft
  • Sea view
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

The Sand Dunes

Kure Beach hotel steps from Kure Beach
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 features an outdoor pool, a terrace, and pool umbrellas. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. Limited complimentary onsite parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

The Sand Dunes is a smoke-free property.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite 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 elevator

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Smoking not allowed
  • 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 allowed for an extra charge of USD 50.00 per accommodation, per day
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 40 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
An off-leash area is available

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Destination fee: USD 3 per accommodation, per night

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • 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)

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from April 15 to 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

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 278 out of 425 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 86 out of 425 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 425 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 19 out of 425 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 425 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Graciela

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was ocean front, pool was open. Only thing we couldn’t smoke on the balcony. And the tv was a bit small.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael Lee

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only good thing about this property is its location. Outdated, AC is very loud, bed is not comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Jimmy Sheena

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Access to the beach was just minutes away.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Holly

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the stay at the Sand Dunes. We definitely plan on returning so.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roni

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great for a weekend getaway
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Property was nice but room 219 needs blackening curtains because the hall lights shine in and it is hard to sleep. May also want to delete the carpet and put in floors…carpet was wet and nasty. The staff is exceptionally nice.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Regi, North Wilkesboro

Towel rack fell off, maintenance guy put it back on where it barely held. A/C had to get on a chair to turn on( Safety hazard). A/C filter dirty. Nails on floor strip in kitchen had nails sticking up, my wife hurt her foot. Bathroom door knob screws loose. School bus load of kids were loud.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice motel. Right on the beach. You can tell they have upgraded the rooms a bit. Some of the amenities are still older but it was a very clean room. They don't have an elevator so if you have bad knees the steps to the 3rd floor can be brutal. Love the easy check in Out. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

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

Had an awesome weekend

I had the most wonderful stay! The room was very spacious. The view was beautiful. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. I lost a couple of pounds being on the third floor but I would do it again!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The ladies offered us early check in for a small fee, were very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bentley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my first time staying here, and it was absolutely amazing. Everything was clean, the service was nice, and I was right off the ocean!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

aleta s.

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

ben

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was simple
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and friendly staff. Will be staying at again at Sand Dunes in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hillary

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

6/10 Okay

richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good hotel but i probably wouldnt stay again due to the lights being so bright. they use blinds and dont have curtains/drapes with a very bright hallway light. we had to stuff pillows and blankets on window and it eas still bright enough to walk around without risk of tripping. without that you could pribably comfortably play board games
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ame

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quiet. My only issue would be to let people know the bathroom is super small. Definitely a one person, squeeze into.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyronn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect little spot. We purchased an oceanfront room and enjoyed the view. Don’t expect the anything fancy….just enjoy the quaintness.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought this property was perfect! A great price for a great stay. Nothing elaborate, but clean and accommodating.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adela

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really loved our room with the Ocean View
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025