Downtown Wilmington, NC

Wilmington

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Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)
Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

￥19,211
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

￥8,005
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

￥3,842
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
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Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

￥4,002
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

￥3,186
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour

￥4,002
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
History and Architecture Walking Tour
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Downtown Wilmington Hotel Deals

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ￥23,086 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥23,086
￥26,088 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is ￥22,054 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
￥22,054
￥24,920 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,118 reviews)
"Everything was great. Last time I stayed there I received 2 complimentary drinks at happy hour. Did not get those this time. The hot water was turned off in the bathroom sink. I had to turn it back on. The sink stopper was broken and had to pull it out and lay it on the counter to use sink. Even ..."

Reviewed on Sep 27, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

3 out of 5
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is ￥25,267 per night from Oct 11 to Oct 12
￥25,267
￥28,551 total
Oct 11 - Oct 12
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ￥22,806 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
￥22,806
￥25,771 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (954 reviews)
"Very unusual facility is it a hotel, motel, bed and breakfast or none of the above. It's different but in a good way. No easy way to describe it except to say if it's convenient to where you want to be you'll be enjoying old world charm."

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ￥19,786 per night from Oct 26 to Oct 27
￥19,786
￥22,358 total
Oct 26 - Oct 27
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 out of 5
225 Grace St Wilmington NC
The price is ￥19,345 per night from Oct 25 to Oct 26
￥19,345
￥21,861 total
Oct 25 - Oct 26
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (971 reviews)
"Location, hotel room, and staff were perfect! Thank you! RJ (valet) was super helpful also. :)"

Reviewed on Sep 25, 2026

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Wilmington
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Wilmington Historic District

A noteworthy feature of Wilmington Historic District is its stunning river views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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Riverfront District

While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Bellamy Mansion Museum and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.

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Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

Downtown Wilmington, NC

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