150 guest rooms with spectacular views of either the ocean or harbor, each unique with its own décor, no two rooms are alike.

Historic, oceanfront cottage with room for 26 guests. Rental includes access to all Blockade Runner amenities.

Three bedroom, two bathroom apartment located on the oceanfront ground floor of the resort.

Oceanfront pool offering poolside bar and private cabanas.

Explore the only oceanfront garden in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy seasonal blooms, lounge areas, lawn games, firepit and more.



From sailing to surfing, Blockade Runner Beach Resort offers some of the top things to do in Wrightsville Beach.

Multiple on-site dining options including restaurant dining, in-room dining, and our pool bar.

Maintain your physical health with state-of-the-art fitness center, sauna, in-room massage and wellness programs.

From island hopping, dock fishing, exploring the marshes, and more, there's fun for kids of all ages! (Available seasonally)

Enjoy award-winning creative fare in our resort restaurant with views of our lush gardens. Open daily.

The in-room dining menu for hotel guests features ordering from our restaurant menus delivered directly to your hotel room.

Enjoy views of our lush oceanfront gardens with a drink in-hand at this relaxing on-site Wrightsville Beach dining option.

Our pool bar serves fresh, casual poolside drinks and beach bites with plenty of seating around the pool and on our lawn. (Open seasonally)

Enjoy a variety of activities on our beachside including: cabana rentals, surfing lessons, yoga, lawn games, two fire pits, pool, and kid's programs. (Many activities only available seasonally)

The calm waters of our sound make it the perfect place to take a boat tour, learn to sail, fish from the dock, stand up paddleboard or kayak. (Many activities only available seasonally)

Offering more than 6,300 sq. ft of indoor meeting space perfect for groups up to 250. Our expansive oceanfront event lawns also offer several private areas for outdoor functions and special events.

Choose curated adventures on the land or water! All activities are designed to promote camaraderie, decision making skills and leadership qualities.

Let our experienced sales and catering team help you plan your perfect meeting or event, no matter the size or complexity.

From rehearsal dinners to outdoor receptions, there are plenty of unforgettable places to say "I DO".

Let our team help you plan the perfect day with a variety of event spaces and packages designed with your guests in mind. Contact us to get started!

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The Cottage

Wrightsville Beach Cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Outdoor deck and seating at The Cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Living room at The Cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Table in the living room at The Cottage at Blockade Runner.

Kitchen area and dining area at The Cottage.

Dining room at The Cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Back hallway downstairs at Blockade Runner.

Bedroom at The Cottage with two beds and brightly colored bedding.

Downstairs bathroom at The Cottage at Blockade Runner hotel in Wrightsville Beach.

Balcony view at Wrightsville Beach cottage at Blockade Runner.

Double room at Blockade Runner Wrightsville Beach cottage.

Upstairs bathroom at Blockade Runner's Wrightsville Beach cottage.

Bedroom with queen bed at Blockade Runner's Wrightsville Beach cottage.

Bedroom with queen bed at Wrightsville Beach cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Upstairs hallway at the Wrightsville Beach cottage at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Bedroom with two beds and desk area at Blockade Runner's cottage.

Oceanfront outdoor deck and seating area at Wrightsville Beach cottage at Blockade Runner.

Wrightsville Beach Cottage entrance at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

The Cottage porch at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Yellow painted cottage with steps to an outdoor porch at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Wrightsville Beach Cottage

Cottage

Garden Apartment

Brightly colored indoor seating area in a hotel room at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Garden Apartment dining area and living area at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Garden Apartment dining area and potted plant at Blockade Runner.

Garden Apartment bedroom with king bed at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Garden Apartment bedroom at Blockade Runner Beach Resort in Wrightsville Beach.

Garden Apartment bunk beds at Blockade Runner hotel in Wrightsville Beach.

Garden apartment bathroom at Blockade Runner.

Garden Apartment kitchen at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Full bathroom in the Garden Apartment at Blockade Runner.

Bar chairs and colorful painting in the Garden Apartment.

Garden Apartment Living Area at Blockade Runner Wrightsville Beach resort.

Guest Rooms

Harborfont View

Two Queen Beds

Harborfront Queen Room on the fourth floor at Blockade Runner.

Harborfront Chairs at the Blockade Runner in a room.

Young couple looking out of the Juliette balcony in the Club Level Harborfront Queen Room.

Harborfront Room View at Blockade Runner resort in Wrightsville Beach.

Oceanfront Room entryway at Blockade Runner.

Standard Room Closet and Safe at Blockade Runner.

Harborfront Queen Room on the third floor at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Harbor Front Queen Room at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Harborfront Queen Room

King Bed

Harborfront King Room on the third floor at Blockade Runner.

Atlantic Oceanfront King Room at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Harbor Front King Room lounge chairs at Blockade Runner Beach Resort.

Full bathroom in the Atlantic Oceanfront King Room.

Harborfront King Room

Oceanfront View

Young woman looking out of the Juliette balcony of the Club Level Atlantic Oceanfront Queen Room.

Atlantic Oceanfront Queen Room Fourth Floor at Blockade Runner.

View from an Oceanfront Room at Blockade Runner.

Oceanfront Queen Room entryway at Blockade Runner.

Oceanfront room wicker chairs with pool view at Blockade Runner.

Club Level Ocean Double Queen at Blockade Runner.

Atlantic Oceanfront Queen Room

Atlantic Oceanfront King Room with bed and seating at Blockade Runner.

Television and dresser in the Atlantic Oceanfront Queen Room.

Atlantic Oceanfront King Room with tv at Blockade Runner.

Oceanfront King Room with Pink Wall at Blockade Runner.

Atlantic Oceanfront King Room

Oceanfront Balcony

Brightly colored oceanfront guest room with two beds and patio seating area.

Two queen beds with brightly colored bedding and ocean views.

Brightly colored room decor in the Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony Queen Room at Blockade Runner.

Hanging light fixture and outdoor balcony with an oceanfront view at Blockade Runner.

Oceanfront outdoor balcony and seating in hotel room at Blockade Runner resort.

Full bathroom in the Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony Queen Room at Blockade Runner.

Vibrant hotel bedroom with two queen beds and ocean views.

Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony Queen Room

Oceanfront guest room with hardwood floor and outdoor balcony.

Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony King Room and View.

Oceanfront seating area in the Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony King Room.

Ceiling lighting fixture and outdoor oceanfront balcony.

Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony King Room at Blockade Runner hotel in Wrightsville Beach.

Full bathroom in the Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom at Blockade Runner..

Deluxe Atlantic Oceanfront Balcony King Room

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom Living Area at Blockade Runner in Wrightsville Beach.

Colorful oceanfront stateroom with bed, seating and television.

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom Balcony at Blockade Runner.

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom at Blockade Runner resort in Wrightsville Beach.

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom View at Blockade Runner.

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom Soaking Tub at Blockade Runner.

Premier Atlantic Oceanfront Stateroom

Best Wrightsville Beach Hotels: Blockade Runner Accolades

Rooms

What a lovely and classic boutique hotel on beautiful Wrightsville Beach. Very clean well maintained with gorgeous grounds, sweeping views from each room and a staff that is always lovely.

Classic Boutique Hotel

We had beach front accomodations and very easy access to the peaceful sound side. The setting was gorgeous. The rooms immaculate. The service and food were superb!

Superb Experience

Dining

Loved this venue. Delicious breakfast, great custom cocktails, wonderful appetizers and dinners, but it was the staff that impressed us most.

Impressive Staff

They have a great variety of choices. If you are looking for impeccable hospitality, tasty food and great ambience this is the place to go when you visit Wrightsville Beach.

The Place to Go

Beautiful atmosphere and outside dining enjoyed with the crashing waves and salty air of the beach. This is a destination for a wonderful lunch to write home about. 

Compliments to the Chef

Executive Chef Jessica Cabo serves a well-edited menu, with nightly specials that vary based on seasonal ingredients and the day’s catch.  

Wayward Blog

For me, it’s a great place to take people because there is a variety of options, such as seafood, burgers, vegan and gluten-free.

Charlotte Observer

Blockade Runner is a gorgeous resort with views of both the ocean and the sound, stunning landscaping, and a delicious onsite restaurant EAST.  The rooms have glorious views and the grounds are breathtaking with extravagant landscaping and a refreshing pool.

nceatandplay

What an awesome breakfast stop this morning. Wish I lived closer to try everything on the menu. The omelet I had was great. Great staff as well.

Great Breakfast

The views cannot be any more wonderful and the grounds are some of the most beautiful on the East Coast. For us there is no better place to stay but here when we come to Wrightsville. 


Our Stay in Wrightsville Beach

The staff was fantastic, the accommodations were great and we did not want for anything. The restaurant staff made you feel so welcome and we loved the access to the beach. 

Amazing Beach Vacation

From the moment we walked in we had a great experience! Beautiful facility. Gorgeous rooms. Spotless everywhere. The setting is the best I've ever experience at the beach. 

A Breath of Fresh Air

We have never seen a resort with such a personality and so many activities within walking distance. The service and the rooms were outstanding and the kitchen and food delicious. 

Blockade Runner Accolades & Press