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Trailborn Surf & Sound

4.0 star property
4-star beachfront resort near Wrightsville Beach

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Suite, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe
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Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, cabanas (surcharge), sun loungers
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
275 Waynick Blvd, Wrightsville Beach, NC, 28480
  • Wrightsville Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • South End Surf Shop
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier
    ‪20 min walk‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Suite, Multiple Beds

  • 604.9 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

  • 284.7 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Wrightsville Beach

On the beach.Your stay at this Wrightsville Beach resort places you within a 10-minute walk of Wrightsville Beach and Aussie Island Surf Shop. South End Surf Shop and Johnnie Mercer's Pier are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wrightsville Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Aussie Island Surf Shop - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • South End Surf Shop - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Johnnie Mercer's Pier - 20 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Wrightsville SUP - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Oceanic - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Bluewater An American Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shark Bar And Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tower 7 Baja Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dockside Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4-star beachfront resort near Wrightsville Beach
Spend the day at the beach and work on your tan with sun loungers (chaise longues) or relax in the shade with umbrellas. After a day at the beach, enjoy amenities at Trailborn Surf & Sound like a marina, an outdoor pool, and a hot tub.

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a poolside bar. WiFi is free in public spaces. This beach resort also offers a sauna, a fitness center, and a garden. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of Trailborn Surf & Sound was completed in January 2025.

This 4-star Wrightsville Beach resort is smoke free.

  • 151 guestrooms or units
  • 7 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Meeting rooms
  • Built in 1964
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Umbrellas for the beach
  • Cabanas by the pool (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar on the beach
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
Trailborn Surf & Sound offers 151 accommodations with minibars and laptop-compatible safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 55-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels, first-run movies, and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the onsite spa services. Services include massages.

Languages

English, Spanish

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Fenced pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Valet parking on site (USD 25 per night)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 15 to 25 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A beach bar
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Beach volleyball
  • Bicycle rentals
  • Boat tours
  • Gym
  • Hot tub
  • Kayaking
  • Outdoor pool
  • Paddleboard
  • Rowing/canoeing
  • Sailing
  • Sauna
  • Surf lessons
  • Surfing/bodyboarding

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 2 accessible parking spaces
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (42 inch wide door)
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Valet for wheelchair-equipped vehicles
  • Visual fire alarm
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 55-inch LCD TV with digital channels
  • First-run movies
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 100

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
The credit card used to book the reservation must be presented by the cardholder at check-in along with matching photo identification, and other arrangements must be coordinated with the property prior to arrival
This property enforces quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM

Renovations and closures

The following facilities will be closed during January, February, and March:
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 42.93 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions
  • Beach access
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • Fitness center access
  • Parking
  • Pool access
  • Self parking
  • Spa access
  • Hot tub access

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 15.00 to 25.00 per person
  • Valet parking fee: USD 25 per night
  • Late check-out fee: USD 100 (subject to availability)

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.
  • Pool access available from 8 AM to 10 PM.
  • Reservations are needed for massage services. For reservations, contact the resort before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

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Blockade Runner
Blockade Runner Beach
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Runner Beach
Blockade Runner Beach Resort Wrightsville Beach
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Blockade Runner Hotel Wrightsville Beach
Blockade Runner Wrightsville
Trailborn Surf Sound
Blockade Runner Beach Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort
Trailborn Surf & Sound Wrightsville Beach
Trailborn Surf & Sound Resort Wrightsville Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Trailborn Surf & Sound to the airport?

Trailborn Surf & Sound is 10.2 mi (21-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

As of Mar 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Trailborn Surf & Sound on Mar 31, 2025 start from $185.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Trailborn Surf & Sound.

How close is Trailborn Surf & Sound to the beach?

This resort is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Trailborn Surf & Sound, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 15.00 and 25.00 per person. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM and weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

No, there is no casino at this resort.

What time is check-in at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Trailborn Surf & Sound?

Free parking is not available at this resort. Valet parking is available for USD 25 per night.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound have a pool?

Trailborn Surf & Sound features an outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 8 AM to 10 PM.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound have a restaurant?

Trailborn Surf & Sound is home to La Duna Paradiso, which features garden views, al fresco dining, and brunch.

Does Trailborn Surf & Sound have a spa?

This resort doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Trailborn Surf & Sound to downtown Wrightsville Beach?

Trailborn Surf & Sound is 0.4 mi away from Wrightsville Beach.

Trailborn Surf & Sound Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025