Shipyard Plaza Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
AU$35
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
AU$29
per adult
True Crime Tour of Wilmington
AU$28
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self/Or Guided Tour
AU$131
per adult
Our pick of the best Shipyard Plaza Hotel Deals
Extended Stay America Select Suites - Wilmington - West
2657 Carolina Beach Rd Wilmington NC
The price is AU$142 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$142
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
5.2/10 (676 reviews)
"When me and my boyfriend first arrived, before we said anything the front desk lady said they're booked. Even after I said we had a reservation she still said they're booked. She then looked in her system and said they could give us a smoking room (we paid for nonsmoking) but since it was short notice ..."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is AU$556 per night from 15 July to 16 July
AU$556
15 July - 16 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,632 reviews)
"Our trip was 7/5-7/8 and morning of 7/6 and 7/7 hammering above us started early morning and continued all DAY LONG till late afternoon. Someone came around mid day 7/7 from hotel due to complaints. Nothing was done about it. I called office that afternoon and was supposed to receive a call back. ..."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$254 per night from 9 Aug to 10 Aug
AU$254
9 Aug - 10 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,611 reviews)
"Staff was welcoming and helpful. Had no issues checking in or out. It is in a great location. Overall everything was great."
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is AU$193 per night from 16 July to 17 July
AU$193
16 July - 17 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,015 reviews)
"Hotel staff and room were wonderfully clean. The pool was small but it was open so that was a plus. All in all a great experience"
Reviewed on 8 July 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$138 per night from 12 July to 13 July
AU$138
12 July - 13 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,153 reviews)
"The room was dirty and the trash was NEVER removed from the room"
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is AU$176 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$176
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (429 reviews)
"Totally worth the money. Clean, modern furniture bwith food and drink options via the onsite restaurant. Great location as it's close to everything, restaurants and the beaches. Professional staff. No complaints. I will stay here again when in the area."
Reviewed on 9 July 2026
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Our guide on where to stay in Shipyard Plaza
Find the best Shipyard Plaza areas for the activities you enjoy most.
Photo by Jackie Rodriguez
Open Photo by Jackie Rodriguez
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.
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.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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.
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
