''We stayed on one of the lower floors, and close to the elevator. The view of the surf is great even from the lower floors. The bed was very comfortable, the kitchen is tiny but certainly usable, the furniture well-kept. The front desk people were very friendly and helpful. On the downside: The ''balcony'' is actually a tiny little strip of concrete barely big enough for 2 chairs, and the outside furniture was filthy. Being close to where the pool was turned out to be a drawback, because they sta...''

''It is a very nice hotel for a very affordable price (we did get card discount). We have stayed here several times when visiting Wilmington, and really have no complaints at all for any of the times we spent at this hotel. I normally do not like hotels which are next to busy highways or roads, but with the inside rooms, I did not hear any noise for the street. Since I am a very light sleeper, this is a big plus for me. And, the contential breakfast was very adequate....''

''I recently stayed at this hotel because the prices were so much cheaper than the surrounding hotels. My room was clean, the front desk staff was friendly, and the price was right. Granted, it is not the nicest hotel I have ever visited but then again I came for the beach and scenery, not the room service. I would recommend this hotel!...''

''Excellent off season value. Rooms are clean with kitchenettes. Close to ocean. Walking distances to activities. Parking is limited to two cars per room. Owners friendly and helpful....''

''We went for the golf package, it was nice to have some one else pick out the courses. No problem there. The hotel itself was not very nice. We went to the store and bought glue to fix the dresser drawers so we could put our clothes in them. We also got a small ironing board from the office that we had to glue together as it had a been broken. The room was clean but very run down. The pillows were flat and the carpet was pulling away from the wall in places. We did get a refrigerator and microwav...''

''We'll stay here again in a heartbeat. The room was clean, the staff friendly. Any problems we had were dealt with immediately and usually by the manager himself. We had a problem with our door locking and the manager came and guarded our room until it was fixed. Our coffee pot didn't work and was replaced with no questions asked. I couldn't ask for better service. My family will stay here every time we go...''

''Hotels were scarce this summer weekend in Wilmington NC. Also, I didn't want to break the family piggy bank, so I felt staying in town in a a central location would be a fair compromise. I remembered Howard Johnson's from my childhood, it was one of the hotels my parents felt comfortable with. The price seemed reasonable, so we went for it. First of all Mapquest gave suspicious directions (they headed us out of town toward junk yards etc.) so I called the hotel, the receptionist gave very convol...''

''South Wind has the very best location. It is located next to the pier and the best restaurants. I have been going to South wind for 12 yrs and have always had great service. Will be returning in July and Oct. Thanks so very much!!!!!...''

''Pros: Very customer oriented staff, great location, family oriented
Cons: None

The sandpeddler has a great look and a great location all wrapped into one. The building and rooms are beautiful (not to mention the view)! It is very family oriented and peaceful. It is seconds away from the beach as well as great dining. They even provide off the street, private parking for each room. I would highly recommend a stay if you are going to be in the area. It is a true home away from home....''

''By dar, the most difficult 3- night stay I have ever had in a hotel. Yes- the view and location are great, but they were simply not enough to compensate for the inconvenience of my stay. My room was dirty (dust, not vacuumed, dirty floor) until I had to call on the second day to have it cleaned or changed! While they did, that is not something anyone should expericence. The TV channels were mostly info-mercials. And while there is much to do out of your room, a good comercial-free movie to unwin...''

''the room was ok,but the night life in the hotel was crazy. we had teenagers across the hall they were partying all night, and we woke up to vomit at our door step we had to beg management to kick them out ....''

''Their place is always fresh and clean...''

''My son and his new wife spent their pre-honeymoon here and in their haste to reach their Honeymoon destination, left a very nice monetary gift behind. The staff picked it up and packed it away in their safe. They called immediately to tell us that it had been found. Extraordinary service! Extraordinary place!...''

''My family and I loved this hotel, We are coming back again and again. The kids loved it, ww liked that it was walking distance from everything. We are coming back this year and the kids are really looking forward to it....''