Our pick
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Wrightsville Beach, US
★ 3-star9.2/101,018 reviews
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from original
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Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy vs Similar Hotels
Compare similar hotels across guest insights, rooms, location, amenities, value, nearby attractions and suitability to understand the trade-offs before you choose.
What matters most to you?
Lodgegrid Decision Intelligence
Best overall fit
✓Why it stands out
Cleanliness
9.3Overall clean hotel and facilities reported in multiple reviews.
Location
9.6Great access to the beach and restaurants, making it an ideal location.
Service
9.8Staff was described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience.
Close alternatives
No close alternative was identified for this preference.
Hotels (4 selected)
Original hotel
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Wrightsville Beach, US
★ 3-star9.8/10118 reviews
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Wrightsville Beach, US
★ 4-star9/101 reviews
0.48 km (0.30 mi) from original
Our pick
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Wrightsville Beach, US
★ 3-star9.2/101,018 reviews
2.2 km (1.4 mi) from original
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Wrightsville Beach, US
★ 3-star8/102,381 reviews
4.2 km (2.6 mi) from original
Trade-offs
What you may gain by choosing another hotel.
Key differences
Rooms
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy9.9
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites5.3
Cleanliness
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy9.5
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites5.4
Service
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy10.0
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites9.3
Food & Breakfast
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites9.9
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG8.8
Amenities & Facilities
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy10.0
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites8.4
Value
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy10.0
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites6.3
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy amenity advantages
SaunaConference space
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties amenity advantages
Pets allowed
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG amenity advantages
Hot tub/JacuzziWheelchair accessibleShuttle service (free)
Distance from original
The compared hotels differ by 3.7 km.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties: 0.48 km (0.30 mi)
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites: 4.2 km (2.6 mi)
Detailed comparison
Guest score
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
9.8/10Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
9/10Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.2/10Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
8/10Rooms
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
9.9Mixed sentiments regarding room comfort and noise insulation.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.2Rooms were noted as comfortable with good amenities.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
5.3Reports of outdated and poor room conditions were common.
Cleanliness
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
9.5Reports of odor issues and dirty sheets indicate cleanliness could improve.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.3Overall clean hotel and facilities reported in multiple reviews.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
5.4Numerous complaints about cleanliness and dirty rooms were noted.
Location
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
10.0The location was repeatedly praised for its beauty and convenience.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.6Great access to the beach and restaurants, making it an ideal location.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
10.0Consistently praised for its great location.
Service
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
10.0Staff were described as pleasant and accommodating.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.8Staff was described as friendly and attentive, enhancing the overall experience.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
9.3Mixed reviews; some staff were noted as not friendly, but there's acknowledgment of standard service.
Sleep & Noise
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
—Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
—Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
—Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
—Food & Breakfast
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
9.0Food quality received mixed feedback, with some dishes described as mediocre.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
8.8Breakfast was good, though some dine-in options were limited.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
9.9Positive mention of the restaurant although not experienced during stay.
Amenities & Facilities
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
10.0Great outdoor spaces and bar facilities received positive comments.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
9.1Complimentary breakfast and amenities were appreciated but had some limitations.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
8.4Limited mention of amenities; none specifically praised, indicating a need for update.
Value
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
10.0Standard quality for this hotel tier; perceived value is fair.
Summer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Not enough guest feedbackHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
8.4Some extra fees mentioned which may affect perceived value.
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
6.3Felt overpriced relative to the poor quality experienced.
Landmarks
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Station 3 Trolley StopSummer Sands - 102 by Sea Scape Properties
Station 2 Trolley Stop (historic)Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Lee's Nature ParkShell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Wrightsville Beach Park