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<\/a><\/p>\nThis facility is perfect for meetings or family getaways. Spacious decks and pools can serve hundreds of visitors who want to get out and enjoy the sun. Just a short walk across the wooden boardwalk will take you across the dunes and out onto the beach. From there you can walk, jog, or run for as far as the eye can see along the water\u2019s edge.<\/p>\n
Our room was spacious with a king-sized bed, an assortment of pillows, sofa with coffee table, full sized desk, good Internet connectivity, and a large bathroom. Outside our room, we enjoyed the full width balcony that overlooked the pool area and the ocean.<\/p>\n
Complimentary Wi-Fi means you can share your vacation photos immediately and make the family jealous. A business center covers those last minute printing needs. An airport and an on-island shuttle are available as well, so you don\u2019t even need a car.<\/p>\n
Free indoor garage parking keeps your car cool, even in the mid-day sun.<\/p>\n
Downstairs, there\u2019s a game room for the young-at-heart, a business center for those who can\u2019t leave work behind and a workout room for the out-of-shape. Two pools, one inside and one outside, let you swim with or without sunscreen. Lots of deck recliners line the pool for those who love the sun. A beach volleyball net is ready for pickup games just off the patio.<\/p>\n
Oceans<\/em><\/strong> is their full service restaurant for breakfast, lunch and dinner \u2013 seven days a week. Gabby\u2019s Lounge<\/em><\/strong> serves a light, limited menu and cocktails. In season, you\u2019ll also enjoy Lazy Daze Bar & Grill<\/em> <\/strong>for tropical drinks and grill food.<\/p>\n Holiday Inn\u2019s staff all seemed friendly and ready to do whatever they could to make your stay as pleasant as possible.<\/p>\n Holiday Inn Resort \u2013 Wrightsville Beach<\/strong> Holiday Inn Resort is on the northern end of Wrightsville Beach, where the beach is wide and wonderful. A truly modern facility, there\u2019s something here for everyone. Families especially will like all the attention paid to keeping your children happy. There\u2019s even an activity table to keep kids busy while you complete your check-in registration. 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A truly modern facility, there\u2019s something here for everyone. Families especially will like all the attention paid to keeping your children happy. There\u2019s even an activity table to keep kids busy while you complete your check-in registration. A couple loud and raucous macaws will delight children of any age and are happy to pose for pictures. This facility is perfect for meetings or family getaways. 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\n1706 N. Lumina Avenue
\nWrightsville Beach, NC 28480
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