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, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 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 offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of 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.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
58 rooms
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
Restrictions related to your trip
Check COVID-19 restrictions
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 3 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Children
No cots (infant beds)
Pets
Pets allowed (2 total, up to 11 kg per pet)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply*
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
On-site parking is limited (max. 1 space per unit)
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
Hairdryer (on request)
Towels
Stay connected
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
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 per cent
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 lifts.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
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 that you 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 11 kg 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 spaces 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 on-site restaurant, Lazy Pirate.
What's the area around Pirates Cove like?
Pirates Cove is a short 10-minute walk from Carolina Beach Boardwalk and 9 minutes' walk from Carolina Beach.
Pirates Cove Reviews
Reviews
7.4
Good
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7.2/10
Cleanliness
8.0/10
Staff & service
6.8/10
Amenities
7.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
6.8/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
4/10 Fair
23 December 2024
Wales the plank
Dated. Not very clean. Room was unfinished. Bedding was uncomfortable
Jay
Jay, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
9 November 2024
Verified traveller
2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 November 2024
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
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
15 October 2024
Lexie
Lexie, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
16 September 2024
Raymundo
Raymundo, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
12 September 2024
Spiders on ceiling above beds, uncleaned and broken tile floors, urine on walls, dirty vents, drunks and drug users were fighting outside of room on the night we stayed. absolutely...it was a nightmare. I hate being negative, but this place earned all of these comments.
Frederick
Frederick, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 September 2024
Lawrence
Lawrence, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 September 2024
Upgrades to the hotel were very nice we thorough ghly enjoyed our stay. We'll be at New Years
kimberly
kimberly, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
31 August 2024
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
Angela, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 August 2024
Donald
Donald, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 August 2024
Verified traveller
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
21 August 2024
Out of date! No iron, no blow dryer, and not even a phone! Night staff is very disrespectful and mattress cover smelt like piss! It was the worst place I ever stayed at and I travel once to twice a month
Amanda
Amanda, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
12 August 2024
Been coming here for years. Older property but they make it look good and great service!
Richard
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
6 August 2024
Tabitha
Tabitha, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
5 August 2024
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
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
Pamela, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
6/10 Good
28 July 2024
Information
Hotel had no parking during the hours thw restaurant beside it was open. Have to pay $30 per dog, when was told it was per night. Short pool hours. No place to walk dogs that are allowed to be there.
Melani
Melani, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
2/10 Poor
28 July 2024
Its needs better costumer services and politically off cancelation
Pirates Cove was better than anticipated! We will be going back soon!
Jenniffer
Jenniffer, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
12 July 2024
Karysa
Karysa, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
7 July 2024
Completely awful!!!!
1. Faulty door lock. According to staff “we’ve been having a problem with this room”. Our card key did not work. Several times a day we had to go to the front office and ask them to manually open our door. Many times no one was at the desk and we had to wait on them. We were promised maintenance would repair the lock and never happened. One staff member actually suggested we just prop our door open. All the staff was aware of our dissatisfaction with this issue and it wasn’t until the evening before our check out that we were offered another room. Our stay was for 4 nights.
2. Housekeeping. Hotel description states daily housekeeping. We asked about housekeeping and specifically requested it during our stay at check in. They never came. We again asked for housekeeping and were promised they would service our room. Didn’t happen. We had to go to the office daily to ask for towels. We had to take out our own trash.
3. Parking. Several times we had to park across the street due to lack of spaces. There is a restaurant close by and their customers park in the parking spots that are designated for hotel guests. Not sure why they bothered taking the make/model and license plate of the car at check in if parking was not enforced.
4. Overcrowded pool. Witnessed several families not staying at the hotel pay the staff money to use the pool.
5. Apathetic Management. At checkout we discussed our concerns with the management No apology.
Kimberley
Kimberley, 4-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
2/10 Poor
3 July 2024
Worst hotel I’ve ever stayed at
Samuel
Samuel, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 July 2024
Property was close to the beach and boardwalk. Staff was pleasant and helpful.
Only issue was having to request towels each day, do to the humidity towels were not drying.