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A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A room with a large window, a door leading to another room, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of a balcony.

A modern interior with a plush velvet armchair, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

1. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District, 0.3 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Meredith

￥32,165

￥39,615 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a large building with multiple floors and a prominent entrance.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a large chandelier.

A restaurant with large windows offering views of a body of water and trees. Tables are set with chairs and dining ware.

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Downtown Wilmington, 1.1 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Mallory

￥20,526

￥23,194 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a glass table, and a large window overlooking a brick building.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

3. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Downtown Wilmington, 0.9 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Timothy

￥18,333

￥20,717 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

A spacious banquet hall with round tables set for dining, featuring exposed brick walls and large windows.

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a staircase leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

An indoor venue with rows of chairs arranged for an event, brick walls, large windows, and string lights.

4. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Downtown Wilmington, 1 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

JEFFREY C.

￥25,281

￥28,568 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a painting on the wall.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs and a small table with plants.

5. The Hive

Downtown Wilmington, 0.9 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Jennifer

￥33,325

￥55,084 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 13 - Oct 14

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a large window. There are red ottomans and a blue sofa in the seating area.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, large windows, and metal tables and chairs.

A lobby with a large black and white photograph of a bridge, a blue sofa with cushions, and a bookshelf with various items.

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington, 0.7 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Shawn

￥19,235

￥21,736 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

A modern hotel lobby with a large meeting table, blue chairs, a decorative tree, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Downtown Wilmington, 0.6 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Gabriel Armando

￥21,937

￥24,788 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a reflection in the water.

A water park with multiple slides and pools.

A pier extending into the sea with a sunset in the background.

8. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington, 0.7 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Lee

￥23,099

￥26,102 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant ship.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.

9. Water Street Retreats

Downtown Wilmington, 0.5 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

David

￥29,460

￥42,731 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A pier extending into the water at sunset with a cloudy sky.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 7.7 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Montreal

￥17,235

￥19,476 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'Palomas', and a 'LELA' sign.

11. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

6 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

DONALD

￥15,362

￥17,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A spacious living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

A Best Western Plus hotel with a large entrance, a covered patio, and a stone building adjacent to it.

A reception area with a stone wall, wooden reception desk, and hanging pendant lights.

A spacious hotel lobby with a curved ceiling, a central seating area with a sofa and tables, and a kitchen area visible in the background.

12. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

7.9 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Harvey

￥17,153

￥18,997 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 12 - Oct 13

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a microwave, and a sink.

A modern hotel with a sign reading 'STUDIOS BY MARRIOTT' and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A reception desk with a computer, a wall-mounted sign labeled 'Deliveries', and a shelving unit with plants.

A gym with cardio machines, weight training equipment, and a mirrored wall.

13. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

11.2 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Victoria

￥12,594

￥14,231 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with a view.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

14. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11.2 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

James

￥16,007

￥18,087 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A rooftop lounge area with wicker furniture, a pool table, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas, and pendant lighting.

A modern indoor seating area with hanging chairs and red cushioned chairs, a patterned carpet, and a view through large windows.

15. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

6 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Hubert

￥14,071

￥15,899 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, a bench, a large window, and a view of the bathroom and kitchen.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and free weights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a reception area.

16. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

New Market Center, 7.7 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

John

￥14,846

￥16,776 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 29 - Oct 30

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a flagpole.

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire, 10.6 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Diego

￥15,872

￥17,935 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel room with a minibar, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wooden partition.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and two armchairs.

An indoor swimming pool with a lifeguard chair, poolside chairs, and a no diving sign.

18. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

16.2 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Elizabeth

￥17,311

￥19,561 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

A vending machine with snacks, hot beverages, and bottled water.

A modern hotel lobby with a green sofa, multiple tables, and comfortable seating.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by a brick wall and a covered area with chairs.

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

6.5 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Sandra

￥15,362

￥17,359 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern lounge area with large windows, blue patterned chairs, and a mix of sofas and tables.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large window.

20. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire, 10.9 km from Children's Museum of Wilmington

Elizabeth

￥23,929

￥27,039 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

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Compare popular hotels close to Children's Museum of Wilmington

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Dreamers BNB	9.6 Exceptional 403 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,114 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	9.0 Wonderful 645 reviews	View
The Hive	9.0 Wonderful 22 reviews	View

Top Children's Museum of Wilmington Hotel Reviews

ARRIVE Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Very modern rooms and great outdoor space"

Waterfront, Sunset Views! Historic Dwtn-King Bed-Luxury with Free Parking!

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, clean and cozy place."

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

10/10 Excellent

"Nice, modern hotel in prime location. I liked the layout of the room. I would stay here again."

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"Location, hotel room, and staff were perfect! Thank you! RJ (valet) was super helpful also. :)"

Dreamers BNB

10/10 Excellent

"We had a wonderful stay"

Prime downtown location, luxury condo getaway

10/10 Excellent

"A very, very charming place in a great location and in a great town.I really enjoyed the stay!"

Condo on the River-Million Dollar View!

10/10 Excellent

"Fantastic location. Very comfortable."

The Vonkampen on Front! Perfect location in the Heart of Downtown!

10/10 Excellent

"My girlfriend and I had a wonderful stay. The room was very cute, good heating and cooling. Wonderful detail, the loft is spacious. Very close to lots of downtown restaurants and bars nearby. Laundry available!! Has a great deck too!"

Riverwalk Condo--Heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington!

10/10 Excellent

"Wonderful location and clean. Very walkable, with easy parking if needed."

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Wilmington

A white colonial-style building with green shutters, columns, and a balcony.

Bellamy Mansion Museum

8.6/10 (67 reviews)

Follow curving paths in the lush Victorian-style gardens and explore this opulent mansion in the heart of downtown Wilmington, North Carolina.

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A large white building with columns and arched windows.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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A large naval ship docked at a port with visible gun turrets and radar equipment.

Battleship North Carolina

9.2/10 (1,231 reviews)

Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way.

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Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center

Enjoy an outing to Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center during your stay in Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Latimer House

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can study the exhibits at Latimer House, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Stroll along the beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event in the area.

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Burgwin-Wright House

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Wilmington with a stop at Burgwin-Wright House. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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City Stage Theatre

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at City Stage Theatre, a storied theater in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Ted's Fun On The River

Ted's Fun On The River is just one of the places to see in Wilmington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Children's Museum of Wilmington?

Children's Museum of Wilmington is located in a historic area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 459 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best place to stay close to Children's Museum of Wilmington?

Adjacent to Children's Museum of Wilmington, ARRIVE Wilmington is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a bar. Other good choices close by include Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Children's Museum of Wilmington?

Expedia has 459 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Children's Museum of Wilmington.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Children's Museum of Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near Children's Museum of Wilmington.

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What can I see and do near Children's Museum of Wilmington?

Battleship North Carolina, Bellamy Mansion Museum, and Cape Fear Museum of History and Science feature a variety of fascinating exhibits to see while you're in town. Explore landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Legion Stadium, and Latimer House. You can watch performances at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Live Oak Bank Pavilion, and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater if you're interested in local theater.

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Our top choices for Children's Museum of Wilmington hotels

1. Dreamers BNB

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

4. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

5. The Hive

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

7. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

8. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Water Street Retreats

10. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

12. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

13. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

14. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

15. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

16. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

18. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

19. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

20. Element by Marriott Wilmington

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Top Children's Museum of Wilmington Hotel Reviews

ARRIVE Wilmington

Waterfront, Sunset Views! Historic Dwtn-King Bed-Luxury with Free Parking!

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Dreamers BNB

Prime downtown location, luxury condo getaway

Condo on the River-Million Dollar View!

The Vonkampen on Front! Perfect location in the Heart of Downtown!

Riverwalk Condo--Heart of Historic Downtown Wilmington!

Other attractions near Children's Museum of Wilmington

Bellamy Mansion Museum

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Battleship North Carolina

Hannah Block Historic USO Arts Center

Latimer House

Burgwin-Wright House

City Stage Theatre

Ted's Fun On The River

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