Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Wrightsville Sound
Stay near popular Wrightsville Sound attractions
Our pick of the best Wrightsville Sound Hotel Deals
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
"beautiful place very clean"
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"The location and the parking lot for guests was excellent. Our bed and pillows were great and I slept very well. The hotel was built in 1984 and it’s in need of major renovation and maintenance. There are no USB charging areas in the room and nowhere to charge our plug in hybrid. The decor is late ..."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"This property has gone downhill significantly in the last few years. I wouldn’t return since there are nicer options within that price range."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The room was clean, and the staff was helpful. The breakfast was just ok and there was only one elevator working."
Reviewed on 13 June 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"We stayed for one night and did not have any complaints. Good location if you are staying in Wilmington. Close to everything."
Reviewed on 14 June 2026
Our guide on where to stay in Wrightsville Sound
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 Beach Museum of History.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Museum.
