Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Southport  

In Southport's historic district, a short walk from the Bald Head Island Information Center and minutes from Southport Marina and Franklin Square Gallery. Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and the North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport are nearby, and Carolina Beach and Holden Beach are an easy drive.

This hotel has 80 warmly decorated guestrooms with microwaves, refrigerators and LCD TVs. Rooms include private bathrooms with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds are available on request. The vibe is simple coastal comfort with modern conveniences.

Dip into the outdoor pool, hit the 24-hour fitness center, or use on-site laundry and dry-cleaning. Free self-parking and an elevator make arrivals easy. Wake up to sea-breeze mornings and a complimentary buffet breakfast to fuel the day.

A 24-hour business center and a 1,050 sq ft meeting room handle events and small conferences. Complimentary wired and wireless high-speed internet keeps you connected. Express check-in and express check-out streamline busy schedules.

A complimentary hot-and-cold buffet breakfast is served daily, with expanded hot items like omelets, bacon and mini waffles plus fresh fruit and Greek yogurt. The property also features an on-site restaurant and bar for casual meals and drinks.