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11 Sept - 13 Sept
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18 Sept - 20 Sept
In one month
2 Oct - 4 Oct
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30 Oct - 1 Nov

Our top choices for Wilmington motels

Studio Suite

1. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
Wilmington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, nice staff"
United States
Mary Grace
The price is AU$93
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
Traditional Single Room

2. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
Carolina Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to spend the weekend! Clean room and great location!"
United States
Makayla
The price is AU$196
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Dry Dock Inn
Blackout curtains, soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

3. Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
2.0 star property
Kure Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (594 reviews)
"Great location, great price, great room!"
United States
Noah
The price is AU$157
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Admiral's Quarter
On the beach

4. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (630 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay."
United States
charles
The price is AU$298
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Surf Suites
Terrace/patio

5. Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (299 reviews)
"Stayed here for a quick get away. The hotel was so cute and walking distance to where we wanted to be. Easy to check in and out. Will definitely stay here on our next trip."
United States
Leigh
The price is AU$173
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Carolina Beach Motel
Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite) | Living area

6. Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (436 reviews)
"Everything felt like home to me. Very quiet and relaxing time. I felt safe and Everything was in walking distance."
United States
Jennifer
The price is AU$188
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Carolina Beach Inn
Rm #316 Standard 2 Double Beds Pets No | Balcony view

7. Sea Vista Motel

Sea Vista Motel
2.0 star property
Holly Ridge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (230 reviews)
"Staff were amazing and the place was perfect for our short stay right on the beach!"
United States
Marc
The price is AU$204
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Sea Vista Motel
Beach nearby, white sand

8. Anchor Inn Motel

Anchor Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (44 reviews)
"Clean and pet friendly. We will book again."
United States
Sabine
The price is AU$189
includes taxes & fees
1 Oct - 2 Oct
Anchor Inn Motel
Seasonal outdoor pool

9. Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 star property
Long Beach
7.6 out of 10, Good, (313 reviews)
"I enjoyed my week stay with my dad definitely worth the money spent"
United States
Adam
The price is AU$125
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Captain's Cove Motel
Lobby

10. Best Rest Inn

Best Rest Inn
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (409 reviews)
"We based our visit"
United States
Sharon
The price is AU$81
includes taxes & fees
3 Oct - 4 Oct
Best Rest Inn
Reception

11. Coastal Motel

Coastal Motel
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
6.8 out of 10, (124 reviews)
"Great place for price"
United States
Brian
The price is AU$92
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Coastal Motel
Porch

12. Seaview Pier and Motel

Seaview Pier and Motel
2.5 star property
Sneads Ferry
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (663 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Wendy
The price is AU$224
includes taxes & fees
16 Sept - 17 Sept
Seaview Pier and Motel
Iron/ironing board (on request), free WiFi, bed sheets

13. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place"
United States
Marie
The price is AU$83
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC
Premium bedding, desk, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board

14. Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC

Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Staff was nice room was clean."
United States
Audry
The price is AU$89
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
Sun deck

15. Topsail Shores Inn

Topsail Shores Inn
2.0 star property
Sneads Ferry
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (656 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Wendy
The price is AU$192
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Topsail Shores Inn
Oceanfront Shared Walkway | Beach/ocean view

16. Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (121 reviews)
"Clean with friendly staff nice room nice ocean view very enjoyable facility"
United States
Tony
The price is AU$258
includes taxes & fees
17 Sept - 18 Sept
Ocean Crest Motel
Lobby

17. BUDGET INN

BUDGET INN
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"Enjoyed My Stay 😀"
United States
RACHEAL
The price is AU$96
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
BUDGET INN
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Top Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Excellent
"The breakfast here is the best in the Wilmington area!!! Always well stocked, clean and a wonderful variety of food choices! We always stay here when we are in the area! And it's walking distance to restaurants, and Costco."
Anne 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Find out more about Wilmington

Wilmington Motels information

Number of reviews
1,028
Accommodation
8 Motels
Lowest Price
AU$81
Highest Price
AU$298

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Wilmington?
If you can't find a motel in Wilmington, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 1120 hotels and other lodging options. Just use our search tools to filter by nightly room rate or money-saving amenities such as free breakfast and free airport transport.
What is a motel?
At most motels, you'll often find free parking and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the car park. Introduced in the early 1950s, colourful neon signs were used as beacons for tired families on road trips, and you can see these today along the historic US Route 66.
What are the best motels in Wilmington?
Here you'll find some of Expedia customers' favourite motels in the larger area. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Enjoy access to the coffee/tea in common areas, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi and self-parking. Surf Suites: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Central Wilmington is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) away. Dry Dock Inn: Enjoy access to the 2 outdoor pools, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking. Located 14.4 mi (23.2 km) from the heart of Wilmington. Admiral's Quarter: Central Wilmington is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) away. A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi and free parking are available during your stay. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC: 47.3 mi (76.1 km) from the heart of Wilmington. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and self-parking.
What can I do in Wilmington?
In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic riverfront and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Wilmington for its aquarium and live music. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens, Airlie Gardens and Figure Eight Island. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Wilmington Railroad Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Bellamy Mansion Museum and Legion Stadium.
What's the weather like in Wilmington?
Weather can make or break a road trip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Wilmington to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August, with an average temperature of 26°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 11°C. The rainiest months in Wilmington are August, September, July and June, with each month seeing an average of 186 mm of rainfall.
What are my options for getting around Wilmington while staying in a motel?
We've gathered some information about local transportation options in Wilmington to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.), which is located 3.1 mi (5 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, you may want a rental car for your journey.

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