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Our top choices for Downtown Wilmington hotels

The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (16 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Paul
The price is AU$419
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
The Hive

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great room, friendly staff, and an excellent location "
United States
Charles
The price is AU$219
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,472 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
DONNA
The price is AU$208
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Front Street Inn

Front Street Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, smooth entry transactions. Would definitely return."
United States
Joyce
Front Street Inn

ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (834 reviews)
"Check in was smooth, the room was perfect and I loved the location! "
United States
Kristine
The price is AU$231
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
ARRIVE Wilmington

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (533 reviews)
"Pet Friendly, clean rooms, location is perfect. Staff very friendly and accommodating. "
United States
Brian
The price is AU$214
includes taxes & fees
19 Mar - 20 Mar
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (244 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is AU$345
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Water Street Retreats

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Room was clean, great location and great staff. "
United States
Alexis
The price is AU$147
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (910 reviews)
"Clean room and pleasant staff"
United States
Tracy
The price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (973 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff courteous."
Canada
Paul
The price is AU$205
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (589 reviews)
"Room was spotless and breakfast was amazing "
United States
Melissa
The price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach
2.0 star property
27.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"It’s was amazing so comfortable quiet and great beach access with eating within walking distance "
United States
Marissa
The price is AU$148
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
6 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (431 reviews)
"Very clean, great location, wonderful stay. "
United States
Dan
The price is AU$145
includes taxes & fees
31 Mar - 1 Apr
Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,528 reviews)
" Room was very clean, amazing view, helpful staff and location is peaceful. "
United States
Namita
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Room was spotless and beds were super comfortable. Everything about our stay was excellent."
United States
Linda
The price is AU$348
includes taxes & fees
5 Apr - 6 Apr
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (511 reviews)
"Great location, very nice rooms with a great view!"
United States
Nicole
The price is AU$252
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Surf Suites

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
14.4 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (259 reviews)
"Great stay - staff and facilities were spot on."
United States
Brian
The price is AU$359
includes taxes & fees
18 Mar - 19 Mar
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn
2.0 star property
23.3 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (125 reviews)
"Clean room, everything worked, simple check-in, great staff and great food/drinks just across the street!"
United States
dominic
The price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
22 Mar - 23 Mar
Boardwalk Inn

Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Carrie
The price is AU$236
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Silver Gull Motel

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
16 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (507 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Lyndell
The price is AU$165
includes taxes & fees
15 Mar - 16 Mar
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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 Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Seagate South

While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios.

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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 Best Western Plus Coastline Inn and Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Downtown Wilmington?
Expedia has 216 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.

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