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Our top choices for Downtown hotels

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The Starlite Inn

The Starlite Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (245 reviews)
"I love that is is so close to everything you need for a solo traveler."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$274
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
The Starlite Inn
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,010 reviews)
"Clean rooms, super friendly staff! "
United States
Cobie
The price is AU$630
includes taxes & fees
8 July - 9 July
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Beach/ocean view

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,003 reviews)
"Staff was very friendly and helpful!"
United States
Marva
The price is AU$515
includes taxes & fees
27 July - 28 July
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Business centre

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
16.3 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (663 reviews)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Tasha Mhae
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
Outdoor pool

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
23.4 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (553 reviews)
"Enjoyed stay there"
United States
Jeffrey
The price is AU$180
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
Studio Suite

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
22.9 km from Downtown
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,012 reviews)
"Our room was clean, staff was polite& helpful. Great budget friendly stay."
United States
Taylor
The price is AU$118
includes taxes & fees
1 July - 2 July
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
Property entrance

StudioRes by Marriott Leland

StudioRes by Marriott Leland
3.0 star property
23.4 km from Downtown
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (24 reviews)
"The employees were very friendly and helpful. Definitely will book there agin."
United States
Fahima
The price is AU$162
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
StudioRes by Marriott Leland
Seasonal outdoor pool

Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 star property
23.4 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (308 reviews)
"Older motel, but clean and well maintained. Reasonable walk to the beach."
United States
jacolyn
The price is AU$221
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Captain's Cove Motel
Lobby

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
2.5 star property
23.1 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,013 reviews)
"I was very pleased with my stay."
United States
Kevin
The price is AU$166
includes taxes & fees
15 July - 16 July
Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites
Terrace/patio

Oceaneer

Oceaneer
2.0 star property
Wilmington Beach, 2.3 km from Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (147 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff!"
United States
Daniel
The price is AU$360
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Oceaneer
Beach nearby, white sand

Anchor Inn Motel

Anchor Inn Motel
2.0 star property
23.9 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (38 reviews)
"Clean and pet friendly. We will book again."
United States
Sabine
The price is AU$376
includes taxes & fees
7 July - 8 July
Anchor Inn Motel
Oceanfront Shared Walkway | Beach/ocean view

Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
26.9 km from Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96 reviews)
"Great location sweet little honey hole to stay at"
United States
Bryan
The price is AU$331
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Ocean Crest Motel
Indoor pool

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
3.0 star property
11.4 km from Downtown
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (130 reviews)
"We had a great stay. The staff were super helpful and the room was clean and the pool as well."
United States
Kristen
The price is AU$222
includes taxes & fees
21 July - 22 July
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Comfort Double Room

Boiling Spring Lakes Motel

Boiling Spring Lakes Motel
2.0 star property
15.7 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (4 reviews)
"Clean room and great owners! Wonderful stay each time. We will continue to keep coming back!"
United States
Desiree
The price is AU$333
includes taxes & fees
4 July - 5 July
Boiling Spring Lakes Motel
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Hampton Inn & Suites Southport

Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
2.5 star property
17.5 km from Downtown
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (750 reviews)
"Clean hotel, delicious breakfast and the staff was amazing."
United States
Christy
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
19 July - 20 July
Hampton Inn & Suites Southport
Terrace/patio

River Hotel of Southport

River Hotel of Southport
2.5 star property
16.5 km from Downtown
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,009 reviews)
"Friendly staff, clean rooms & nice views."
United States
Pam
The price is AU$286
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
River Hotel of Southport
Lobby

Wingate By Wyndham Southport

Wingate By Wyndham Southport
3.0 star property
16.2 km from Downtown
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,002 reviews)
"Everything was clean & staff was curious."
United States
Michelle
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July
Wingate By Wyndham Southport
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Kitchen, Oceanfront | Terrace/patio

The Sand Dunes

The Sand Dunes
2.0 star property
4.3 km from Downtown
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (608 reviews)
"It was right by the pier had its own beach access everything was easily accessible nice hotel with a little bit cheaper price well worth the stay"
United States
Justin
The price is AU$347
includes taxes & fees
28 July - 29 July
The Sand Dunes
Traditional Single Room

Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
0.4 km from Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Great, updated place to stay with easy access to the beach!!"
United States
Abby
The price is AU$281
includes taxes & fees
6 July - 7 July
Dry Dock Inn
Apartment (2 Bedrooms) | Interior

Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!

Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!
3.5 star property
22.9 km from Downtown
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (3 reviews)
"Very nice accommodations, clean & comfortable! There were No signs of pets or smoking. I'm allergic to both animals & smoke. Sometimes these rentals state pet free/smoke free but then are clearly Not!! But as I said No signs of either here! All the essentials was there. Very nice clean rental. Highly recommend!! Thank You for an Awesome stay. : )"
United States
David
The price is AU$713
includes taxes & fees
5 July - 6 July
Oak Island Condo w/ Ocean View: Steps to Beach!
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown

Find the best Downtown areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A wooden boardwalk with a Ferris wheel, palm trees, and a beach in the background.

Wilmington Beach

While there might not be top attractions in Wilmington Beach, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach Lake Park.

Top Downtown Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Downtown

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

8/10 Good
"Phone in my room wasn't working properly. I had asked for fresh towels and trash to be taken out before heading out for the day before lunch and it was not done when we got back to the room later in the evening."
Jesus Francisco 4-night trip
Posted 13 hours ago
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

Frequently asked questions

What is Downtown like?
Travellers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Carolina Beach's Downtown neighbourhood. Looking for sights you might find in a travel guide about Downtown? Consider a visit to Carolina Beach Boardwalk while you're in the neighbourhood.
What's a favourite place to stay in Downtown?
Based on our traveller data, Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown. This hotel is steps from Carolina Beach Boardwalk, and offers free breakfast and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include The Starlite Inn and Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront.
How many hotels are there in Downtown?
Expedia has 98 hotels and other accommodation options in Downtown to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Carolina Beach area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most room reservations are fully refundable if cancelled prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer in Downtown.
What can I see and do in this Carolina Beach neighbourhood?
Carolina Beach Boardwalk, Carolina Beach Arcade and SeaWitch Cafe & Tiki Bar are just a few attractions to check out in Downtown. Odysea Surf and Kiteboard School and Carolina Beach Lake Park are also worth a visit when you're out sightseeing in Carolina Beach.