Blockade Runner Beach Resort

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Sally Capets
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2020-11-21 14:12

Great location! You have the river/channel behind...

Great location! You have the river/channel behind you and the ocean on the other side. Staff is all very friendly and helpful. Our room was nicely decorated and had a great view of the river. Not far from Wilmington if you want to explore the city. There is a nice bike path system that you can ...

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lorraine brewer
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2020-11-16 07:18

We just spent the weekend . Staff was very nice an...

We just spent the weekend . Staff was very nice and the hotel very beautiful.Our room however had sand in the bed the first night, we did not get any fresh towels and sand still in the bed 2nd night. We went on sunset Cruise and we're not overly impressed sat in plastic chairs not bolted down, and t...

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Gina Odom
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2020-11-16 03:47

Don't waste your time and money, the photographer ...

Don't waste your time and money, the photographer that took their pictures is REALLY REALLY good! The lobby is dark and drab. The pool area and outside bar looks NOTHING like advertised. Nothing like you would think. It is Marina front on the back side with a parking lot and busy road between you a...

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A G
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2020-11-14 10:40

Under going remodeling while there. Nice pool/ Cab...

Under going remodeling while there. Nice pool/ Cabana area. Direct access to the beach. Seemed clean and modern. The pool was packed and people were generally having a good time. There are also ecotours but it didn't seem very popular compared to the beach. The ocean view is great

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Chad
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2020-11-08 06:59

From the outside it doesn't look like much but see...

From the outside it doesn't look like much but seeing a few valet workers running around sets the tone for what you're about to walk into. When I first entered I was surprised with how nice and up to date the interior was with the outside looking like it's been the same since the 80's. Each floor i...

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Bill Shaw
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2020-11-07 17:47

We chose one of the staterooms based on the descri...

We chose one of the staterooms based on the description. Our most desired feature was the fireplace on the balcony. But it was very disappointing. We couldn't determine how to turn it on. When we inquired we found that you have to request someone to come and put gel in it. So we asked for that. Some...

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Sean Murphy
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2020-11-07 15:17

We really enjoyed our few days here. Will be back ...

We really enjoyed our few days here. Will be back for sure. The facilities are a bit out dated, but they are working to improve. What makes up for it is the staff, they really go above and beyond to help out or get you what you need.
The professionalism of the staff if coupled with an updated hotel...

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Sam Weaver
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2020-11-07 14:57

This was the first time I ever visited the Blockad...

This was the first time I ever visited the Blockade Runner, and I was impressed. The food was very good at the restaraunt and the beach access was convenient! The hotel even put on some fun activities such as a watermelon eating contest... I loved the trip and will try to go again!

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Rick B
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2020-11-05 12:21

The resort is beautiful and the view of the ocean ...

The resort is beautiful and the view of the ocean is fantastic. A couple problems we had were that all of the wall outlets were controlled by a single switch, which led to some confusion when my phone hadn't charged all day, and the WiFi didn't work properly at all.

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2020-10-28 15:35

Location. Is good. Rooms are ok. Worst part when t...

Location. Is good. Rooms are ok. Worst part when they say 4pm is check in, they do mean 4pm. We had kids waiting for 3 hours in the lobby. Everyone who came in had to wait. If check out is 11am, then how long does it take to clean rooms???

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Krista Gambella
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2020-10-26 19:19

As someone who relies heavily on reviews for anyth...

As someone who relies heavily on reviews for anything I plan, I feel obligated to write an honest review of our stay.

When we checked in, Nicole (I think) was bubbly and helpful. The young men in the parking lot were friendly as well.

After checking in, we went to the pool. There were plenty o...

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Caelan S
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2020-10-19 00:09

I absolutely recommend this resort!! The day after...

I absolutely recommend this resort!! The day after our wedding we were set to leave for Europe for our honeymoon only to find out that my passport didn t have the necessary validity to get to our layover destination. After 8 hours of online research, I found Wrightsville beach and this resort. With ...

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Jill Paul
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2020-10-16 23:00

Our family spent a fun night at Wrightsville Beach...

Our family spent a fun night at Wrightsville Beach at the Blockade Runner. There were three generations of our family gathered and we all thought it was wonderful. We loved the rooms, the staff, the beach, the swimming pool and the gardens. Thank you.

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Gretchen Campbell
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2020-10-16 02:56

Just spent 2 nights here for the first time and we...

Just spent 2 nights here for the first time and we loved it! The staff were very professional and friendly. We had room massages which were Fab. The pool area was great and the access to the beach was the best. The buffet breakfast was great and the food and drinks by the pool was the best(get the c...

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Brianna Schoonover
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2020-10-15 18:22

The Blockade Runner has amazing staff, very person...

The Blockade Runner has amazing staff, very personable and attentive. The place is gorgeous. The bar is nice and the rooms are nice. A nice benefit is there is a pokestop out front, a rather incredible stop. There's almost always a lure dropped on the stop, and really cool pokemon often frequent the...

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Keena Darland
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2020-10-10 23:47

We really enjoyed our stay! The room was newly ren...

We really enjoyed our stay! The room was newly renovated, comfortable and exceptionally clean. One of the highlights of our stay was the Sunset Harbor cruise! It was a perfect night and Captain Jay and Taylor made it even more enjoyable with their fun and informative banter!! Thank you for making o...

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Shelby Callery
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2020-10-06 20:29

I recently stayed at the Blockade Runner for a wed...

I recently stayed at the Blockade Runner for a wedding. While the facility is older and I can look past that, there were several things that the Blockade Runner could have controlled. The wait staff in the pool/lounge area was extremely friendly, but extremely slow because they were understaffed. ...

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A Google User
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2020-10-02 18:35

We've been coming to the BR for 6 years as a celeb...

We've been coming to the BR for 6 years as a celebration for our wedding anniversary & family vacation! Each year the BR gets better! Excellent staff such as Brady, Alisha, Shaun, Curtis, Cameron, & Josh. This year was no exception. We experienced our first sailing trip. Small, local feel with warm ...

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Richard Mcgravie
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2020-10-02 08:28

Very disappointed. Been going there for years as a...

Very disappointed. Been going there for years as a walk in guest to enjoy brunch and dinner but today we were ignored for 30 minutes, bullied by a waitress and then mistreated by the manager whos only concern was if my kids were in the pool (which they weren t) I suggest they realize that hospitalit...

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Laura Lang
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2020-10-02 05:13

My family has been staying at the blockade Runner ...

My family has been staying at the blockade Runner for two decades. I must say it has only improved with time. The outdoor pool area is amazing, the new restaurant bar are perfect and well worth the trip alone. Thank you for such a crown jewel at Wrightsville Beach!

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Ruark Behan
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2020-10-01 15:07

Awesome place. Good breakfast. Great lunch. Great ...

Awesome place. Good breakfast. Great lunch. Great dinner. The staff is the best. The rooms are great. But my favorite was the butterflies and garden. Sure the absolutely free Wifi could be better but get off your phones and do something!!

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Sarah-Kate Pease
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2020-09-28 19:45

Attended an absolutely gorgeous wedding here. The ...

Attended an absolutely gorgeous wedding here. The event staff were incredibly kind and helpful and seemed to do an excellent job. The food was delicious and the well presented. The grounds were well-maintained. Parking was a complicated situation, but is at a premium at the beach.

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Beth Flanagan
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2020-09-22 09:59

I've stayed at the Blockade Runner many times over...

I've stayed at the Blockade Runner many times over the past 10 years or so and it is still my favorite hotel. I would prefer to give 4.5 stars instead of 5 because there were some issues with the room and I've had those same issues on previous stays. But the response from the staff was immediate w...

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Emit Industries
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2020-09-20 16:00

Loved this place. Awesome location, wonderful staf...

Loved this place. Awesome location, wonderful staff. Huge sliding glass patio doors facing the beach. New big screen TV. Classy decorations in room and lobby. Went during Christmas, so it was cool and raining, and the place was almost empty, but quiet. Free shuttle to local restaurants. Good parking...

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Megan Haney
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2020-09-17 00:28

What a wonderful experience! Beautiful views and a...

What a wonderful experience! Beautiful views and ambiance. Friendly, accommodating, and pleasant staff. Patrick took care of everything we could have thought to request. He really made us feel welcome and comfortable. Such a professional. Will be back again!!

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