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Topsail Island is a barrier island off the coast of North Carolina. The quiet beach has remained a secret to tourists, most of whom choose a nearby busier beach like Myrtle Beach, SC, or Wrightsville Beach, NC. For those lucky few who have discovered Topsail Island, hidden treasures such as excellent fishing, clean beaches and nests of Loggerhead Sea Turtles keep families coming back. Waterfront seafood restaurants offer fresh local seafood, and the area has several attractions celebrating its pirate folklore. Visitors have several area motels from which to choose.
Breezeway Motel & Restaurant
The Breezeway Motel and Restaurant has been a Topsail Island tradition since its opening in 1949 as a mess hall and barracks for area servicemen. Family owned and operated, the Breezeway Motel and restaurant features a fishing pier, wireless Internet access and a swimming pool. Guests can dock boats at the site, or reserve a diving or fishing charter. The property is just a short walk away from the Turtle Hospital and just minutes away from Surf City’s many shopping and restaurants. Nonsmoking and dog-friendly rooms are available. Basic rooms and efficiencies are available, and a special cottage with covered porch and grill is available for rental. (636 Channel Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445; 800-548-4694)
The Jolly Roger Inn and Fishing Pier
The Jolly Roger Inn and Fishing Pier is ideal for the serious fisherman. Rooms, efficiencies and suites facing the Atlantic Ocean are available. All rooms feature direct beach access, and nonsmoking rooms are available. Visitors can take advantage of year-round fishing at the Jolly Roger Ocean Pier. The Pier also has a restaurant and tackle shop for guests. From Topsail Island’s pristine beaches, to the nearby shops and restaurants on the mainland, visitors will have no problem finding ways to spend the day. (803 Ocean Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445; 800-633-3196)
Sea Vista Motel
All of Sea Vista Motel’s rooms are ocean front with a balcony. Guests can reserve standard rooms, efficiencies or apartments. All rooms feature cable TV, refrigerators and microwaves. Vending ice machines are on site, and guests can use the outdoor showers after spending an afternoon on the beach swimming or hunting for sea shells. Guests can enjoy the tranquility of the quiet Topsail Beach, or drive a short distance to find dining, shopping and golf opportunities. (1521 Ocean Blvd., Topsail Beach, NC 28445; 800-732-8478)
Visitors to Topsail Island will enjoy the solitude offered. With several accommodations to choose from, finding a hotel on Topsail Island is a breeze. For travelers visiting the area to fish, the Fishin' Topsail blog offers tips for catching local fish.
