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Our top choices for South Front District hotels

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

1. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
2.8 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and staff was friendly."
United States
Nicole
The price is RM400
RM452 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

2. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.3 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Timothy
The price is RM479
RM541 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

3. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
3 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff and nice breakfast."
United States
Kim
The price is RM432
RM488 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Oct - 28 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

4. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2 km from South Front District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great customer service and rooms just like the pictures!"
United States
Gabriel Armando
The price is RM517
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.4 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (648 reviews)
"Nice, modern hotel in prime location. I liked the layout of the room. I would stay here again."
United States
JEFFREY C.
The price is RM517
RM584 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

6. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.1 km from South Front District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,726 reviews)
"NIce place, would stay there again for sure."
United States
Lee
The price is RM499
RM564 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

7. ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 1.5 km from South Front District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (962 reviews)
"Very modern rooms and great outdoor space"
United States
jeff
The price is RM510
RM577 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ARRIVE Wilmington
A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

8. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
5.1 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (723 reviews)
"Great staff and breakfast was good, the clientele was a bit annoying, but oh well. Car charger worked fine and prime eateries were abundant and close. Room was spacious and well maintained."
United States
Cliff Ariel
The price is RM398
RM450 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

9. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
6.1 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (738 reviews)
"Great room, staff was great and breakfast was great."
United States
Hubert
The price is RM365
RM412 total
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
A modern hotel lobby with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with white curtains, and multiple pendant lights.

10. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
2.5 star property
5.9 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (311 reviews)
"Good hotel"
United States
Sara
The price is RM340
RM384 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

11. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6.6 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is RM371
RM419 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A DoubleTree by Hilton hotel with a covered entrance, a parking lot, and a clear sky.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6.3 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (600 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is RM378
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

13. Dreamers BNB

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Riverfront District, 1.4 km from South Front District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (407 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, and very peaceful!"
United States
Tara
The price is RM792
RM975 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Oct - 27 Oct
Dreamers BNB
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

14. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7.2 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Amazing breakfast and comfy bed, clean and beautiful surroundings"
United States
Caireen
The price is RM378
RM427 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

15. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
4.4 km from South Front District
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Very comfortable, clean room for a very reasonable price!! Location was central to all the things we were there for."
United States
Tamara
The price is RM276
RM312 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a staircase, a reception desk, and a large green wall mural.

16. Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
2.5 star property
6.8 km from South Front District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,227 reviews)
"Good location"
United States
Joshua
The price is RM294
RM332 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth indicators, and a pool lift.

17. Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (958 reviews)
"Nice place. Quiet and convenient to Wilmington."
United States
William
The price is RM388
RM429 total
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG
Breakfast area

18. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7 km from South Front District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,594 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was great. Great hotel for family"
United States
Craig
The price is RM330
RM372 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Comfort Inn University
A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a TV, a mirror, and a bathroom with a sink and mirror.

19. Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington
2.0 star property
4.8 km from South Front District
6.0 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"The beds were really comfortable and clean."
United States
Teresa
The price is RM295
RM333 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington
A building with a brick facade, a stone entrance, and a decorative metal archway.

20. Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
3.0 star property
6.4 km from South Front District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is RM465
RM526 total
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
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Where to stay in South Front District

Find the best South Front District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
The Alton L. Lemnion Federal Building, a United States Court House, with palm trees and a flag.

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

A river with a bridge, a cityscape, and a forested area.

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

Landfall

While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

The Bottom

While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Top South Front District Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"I have no complaints. Great place to stay. Highly recommended!"
Craig 2-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Frequently asked questions

What is South Front District like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Wilmington's South Front District neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Waterline Brewing Co. as part of your South Front District travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Front District area?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Front District to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wilmington area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Front District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in South Front District.
What is there to do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?
Waterline Brewing Co. is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in South Front District. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens or Ted's Fun On The River.