5 Best Hotels In Goldsboro NC And Activities To Explore

Looking for the Best Hotels In Goldsboro NC?

If you’re travelling through Greenville to Fayetteville, or Princeton to Morehead City of South Carolina, it’s likely you will stop by Goldsboro.

Set in the Coastal Plain of North Carolina, Goldsboro is a traditional American city with an old town charm, where all the local people are welcoming and hospitable.

And if you’re thinking that Goldsboro would be plainly boring as it is small, you couldn’t be more wrong.

Goldsboro has its own beauty.

From the Neuse River that’s passed along the city, state park with scenic cliffs, prepare for the adrenaline rush at Busco Beach and enjoy the city with restaurant hopping!

We have compiled a list of things to do and the best hotels in Goldsboro NC just for you!

Whether you are here for a quick layover, or visiting friends and family, we have you covered.

So keep reading!

Table of Contents

• Best Goldsboro NC Hotels
• • Days Inn by Wyndham Goldsboro
• • Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC
• • Country Inn & Suites by Radisson
• • TownePlace Suites Goldsboro by Marriott
• • Best Western Plus Goldsboro
• Activities to Try at Goldsboro NC
• • McCall’s Bar-B-Q & Seafood
• • Busco Beach
• • Waynesborough Historical Village – Museum
• • Goldsboro Antique Mall

 

BEST GOLDSBORO NC HOTELS

1. Days Inn by Wyndham Goldsboro

Located off Route 70, Days Inn by Wyndham is one of hotels in Goldsboro NC that’s became favourite hotel to do a quick layover for people who do road trips.

The park area is big enough, even for RV, bus and truck, so you can rest assured.

With their price range that’s rarely go above $100 a night, Days Inn by Wyndham can be considered as a cheap hotel hotel in Goldsboro NC.

Photo credit Days Inn by Wyndham Goldsboro

There are two room categories, which differs in how spacious the room is and how many people can fit in and the facilities provided.

Though this is a two-star Goldsboro NC hotel, but they cover basic facilities and necessities of a great hotel.

There is outdoor pool, complimentary breakfast, microwave and fridge in each rooms, fitness room and a business centre.

There is also an outdoor barbecue grills and ATM on site!

Photo credit Days Inn by Wyndham Goldsboro

As for the rooms, you have little to worry about!

The rooms are clean as it is well-managed, and show a little of tear, though the design and décor look a little bit dated.

It is one of best Goldsboro NC hotels to stay at for a night or two, looking at their value.

Days Inn by Wyndham Goldsboro

Rate starts from $65

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2. Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC

As a more luxurious option of hotels in Goldsboro NC, Hampton Inn is a part of American hotel chains, Hilton.

Internationally standardized, Hampton Inn provides everything for an enjoyable stay in Goldsboro NC.

Though it is located in the rural area of Goldsboro, but it is convenient enough for people who visit Goldsboro for either business or leisure.

There’s Wayne County Museum and hospital just 6 minutes’ drive, accessible to shops and restaurants.

The Eastgate shopping centre, The Duplin County Winery, and Neuse State Park, are all within reach.

Photo credit Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC

As for the hotel itself, Hampton Inn Goldsboro is exceptionally clean and have successfully gained the place as city’s favourite.

They have a homey vibe, which makes you feel like staying in your grandma’s house.

Such vibes is created from the carpeted and dark wooden floors, old-fashioned yet excellent furniture, and spacious bedrooms with pop coloured walls.

Photo credit Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC

All rooms are suite-like, comes with separated living room and bedroom.

They also have microwave and ironing facilities in each rooms, which would make those who stay for more than a day, even more convenient.

Even though the property itself is not that big, they have lounge area to hangout, small breakfast area, and also outdoor pool.

Hampton Inn Goldsboro NC

Rate starts from $127

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3. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

If you want to stay in a hotel Goldsboro NC with bigger pool, then stay at Country Inn & Suites would be a great option!

Located in the city centre, there are many attractions, restaurants and shops surrounding this hotel.

As for restaurants, there are Taco Bell and Hardee’s just a minute walk, plus Claridge Forest Centre, and Goldsboro parks nearby.

Which would make your stay even better and more convenient!

As a three-star hotel in Goldsboro NC, it pretty much looks the same to other hotels around.

Photo credit Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

It is not that big, looks a little bit dated yet comfortable.

Like the lobby and lounge that looks like you’re hanging out in a 90s living room.

There are only three room categories, and the biggest Queen Suite that’s spacious enough for four people in a room.

So if you’re traveling with bigger group, then this Goldsboro NC hotel would be perfect for you!

Photo credit Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

Other features within the hotel including fitness and business centre, seasonal hot tub, and vending machine on site.

The outdoor swimming pool is also big enough for a small-town hotel, like bigger and any other hotels in Goldsboro!

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson

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4. TownePlace Suites Goldsboro by Marriott

Another hotels in Goldsboro NC that’s worth to mention is TownePlace Suites by Marriott Goldsboro.

Not only it is managed by international hotel chain so they already have a standardized hospitality and facilities;

This is also the only serviced apartment-like hotel in Goldsboro NC.

The hotel itself is not that big, and it brings more of a homy ambience instead of a luxury hotel chain.

Photo credit TownePlace Suites Goldsboro by Marriott

And with the price they are offering and the facilities, it offers more value than any other Goldsboro NC hotels.

There are couples of restaurants around the hotel, so it makes up for the fact that the hotel doesn’t provide restaurant on-site, except the complimentary breakfast.

Photo credit TownePlace Suites Goldsboro by Marriott

TownePlace Suites Goldsboro offer complimentary American breakfast, outdoor pool, sun terrace and barbecue grills just in case you want to held a BBQ party!

The rooms are all suite-like, comes with a little pantry where there are coffee machine, refrigerator and microwave, and separated living rooms with desk and sofa.

All in all, it is a great hotel Goldsboro NC if you want to stay in town for longer time!

TownePlace Suites Goldsborro by Marriott

Rate starts from $120

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5. Best Western Plus Goldsboro

Wondering which hotels in Goldsboro NC that has jacuzzi tubs?

We got it right here!

Located in the N Spence Avenue, Best Western Plus is a great hotel in city centre for those whose looking for easy access.

There is also a bus stop just across the road, so you don’t have to worry if you are relying on public transportations.

Photo credit Best Western Plus Goldsboro

This is one of the most famous hotels Goldsboro NC, that offers a hotel that not only to rest, but also to do activities within the hotel!

The recreational amenities you can enjoy within the property includes outdoor pool, 24-hour fitness center, a banquet hall and gift shops.

They also have a free continental breakfast that’s available daily, depending on your stay.

Best Western Plus is considered as hotel’s that big enough for a small town city like Goldsboro NC.

They got at least 120 rooms that accessible to people with disabilities.

Like wheelchair accessible bathrooms, assistive listening device, and wheelchair accessible parking.

Photo credit Best Western Plus Goldsboro

The rooms decorations are simple but comfortable, with interiors like traditional American house.

It is also big enough to fit up to 4 adults.

The highlight of the room is its jacuzzi tubs in King Suite room, that could be a playground for your bigger kids!

Best Western Plus Goldsbro

Rate starts from $104

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What to do in Goldsboro NC

Once you have decided which hotels Goldsboro NC to stay at, check out below for some interesting activities in the city to explore during your stay.

There are many things to do to fill up your schedule especially during the weekends.
For starters, going to restaurants or bars hopping in the city centre to try soulful Southern cuisine.

McCall’s Bar-B-Q & Seafood

There is McCall’s Bar-B-Q & Seafood that sources its ingredients from farms around the city and the nearby Atlantic Ocean.

Photo source Restaurantji (left) and Visit NC (right)

Or maybe Carl & Chelle’s Grill Room that serves premium steaks, grilled meats and delicious burger with Southern specialty.

After filling up your stomach, check out A Secret Garden Winery that’s located at nearby Pikeville to try Goldsboro’s special alcohol beverages.

The owners operates a lush vineyard that produces premium wines that contain no preservatives and sulphates.

The winery also offers a tour of the facility to sample these fine wines, but you have to book appointment first, which you can book it here.

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Busco Beach

If you haven’t heard of Busco Beach yet, now you heard it!

As a premier destination in Goldsboro, Busco Beach offers intense power sport rides over a man-made beach that sits beside Neuse River.

The grounds divided into eight sections that have varying terrain, routes, and hazards where you can ride ATVs, go-karts, dirt bikes, or jet skis.

You can also set up camp on one of the designated grounds!

It is definitely a place for adrenaline seeker!

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Waynesborough Historical Village – Museum

And if you’re into museums, you have to get a tour of the Waynesborough Historical Village.

Here you can visit many old structures within the destination, that date all the way back to the 1860s.

You can also explore ancient homes and establishments that is well managed by the city.

It will be an unforgetable experience as if you are travelling back in time to traditional American Life.
 

Goldsboro Antique Mall

Or maybe visit Goldsboro Antique Mall to shop pre-loved rare products!

You can find wooden furniture, gorgeous glassware, decorative pottery, specialty tools, classic jewelry and even vintage camera within the property.

Plus it is all relatively low prices, and store owners are constantly restocking.. so you can always find something new to find!

So.. are you ready to explore Goldsboro NC?

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