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Top 10 Hotels in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington

Oceaneer
View from property

Oceaneer

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (38)
"Great location and amenities for the cost"
The price is RM664
RM856 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Oceaneer
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
Terrace/patio

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (317)
"Quick easy check in, clean comfy rooms"
The price is RM417
RM461 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
Element Wilmington
Exterior

Element Wilmington

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
The price is RM534
RM604 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Element Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Reception

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Even though we only stayed one night, everything was top notch! Friendly staff, nice rooms and the breakfast was very good!! "
The price is RM463
RM523 total
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
ARRIVE Wilmington
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (759)
"Very cute, unique place to enjoy a historic area of the city"
The price is RM611
RM762 total
includes taxes & fees
22 Sept - 23 Sept
ARRIVE Wilmington
Front Street Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory-foam beds, desk

Front Street Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134)
"The SoHo room was spacious, bright, lovely and comfortable! Thank you, so chic!"
Front Street Inn
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Rooftop bar

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Great location"
The price is RM627
RM709 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (931)
"Close to the Riverwalk, entertainment and dining."
The price is RM511
RM577 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1288)
"Great location, beautiful river views!"
The price is RM535
RM605 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Banquet hall

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (481)
"Great way to enjoy Wilmington!"
The price is RM631
RM713 total
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (840)
"We enjoyed our stay at Hampton Inn Downtown Wilmington very much."
The price is RM534
RM604 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
The Hive
Private kitchen

The Hive

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (11)
"Amazing place, we can’t wait to go back!"
The price is RM764
RM1,330 total
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
The Hive
Water Street Retreats
Terrace/patio

Water Street Retreats

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (232)
"Overall was very pleased with my stay."
The price is RM1,177
RM1,563 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Water Street Retreats
Luxe 220
2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxe 220

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This place is amazing and we felt so lucky to stay here! "
The price is RM1,993
RM2,967 total
includes taxes & fees
31 Aug - 1 Sept
Luxe 220
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1488)
"Hotel very clean bed comfortable great view of beach quite area restaurant was great "
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, pool cabanas (surcharge)

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (157)
"Great beach location, great pasta and seafood restaurant. "
The price is RM800
RM1,086 total
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
1 bedroom, premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1003)
"It was nice and breakfast was good. "
The price is RM526
RM594 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1010)
"Beautiful location!!!"
The price is RM667
RM896 total
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Exterior

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (372)
"Great stay - clean and quiet. "
The price is RM498
RM563 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Terrace/patio

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (446)
"Overall great! Would definitely stay again"
The price is RM491
RM555 total
includes taxes & fees
8 Sept - 9 Sept
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Wilmington featuring interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements

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.

Wilmington showing a river or creek
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Riverfront District

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Northside

Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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 Beach Museum of History.

Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Mayfaire Town Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

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Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views. Make sure that you visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

What's the best accommodation in Downtown Wilmington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Downtown Wilmington. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private gardens. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Front Street Inn and Best Western Plus Coastline Inn.

How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Wilmington?

Expedia has 208 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown Wilmington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Wilmington.

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighbourhood?

Downtown Wilmington's sights and attractions like Wilmington Railroad Museum, City Stage Theatre and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College offer insight into the local culture. Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange are some other stops worth a visit in the neighbourhood. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Burgwin-Wright House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Wilmington. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Battleship North Carolina or Bellamy Mansion Museum.