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Our top choices for Downtown Wilmington hotels

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
Carolyn
The price is ￥13,345
￥15,080 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 15 - Feb 16
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (815 reviews)
"Clean comfortable rooms with property conveniently located downtown. "
United States
Elizabeth
The price is ￥19,488
￥24,701 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
ARRIVE Wilmington
Terrace/patio

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1,434 reviews)
"Everything was great, I look forward to going back"
United States
DeVaughn
The price is ￥20,733
￥23,429 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 28 - Jan 29
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Meeting facility

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (524 reviews)
"Pet Friendly, clean rooms, location is perfect. Staff very friendly and accommodating. "
United States
Brian
The price is ￥18,714
￥21,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Rooftop bar

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel and staff "
United States
Marie
The price is ￥19,319
￥21,831 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Indoor pool

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (896 reviews)
"Clean room and pleasant staff"
United States
Tracy
The price is ￥16,795
￥18,979 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
View from property

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (965 reviews)
"Was a very nice hotel and shopping location "
United States
Kim
The price is ￥16,985
￥19,193 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
The Hive 207 Bees Knees | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Paul
The price is ￥24,106
￥44,803 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 20 - Jan 21
The Hive
Exterior

Front Street Inn

Front Street Inn
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, smooth entry transactions. Would definitely return."
United States
Joyce
Front Street Inn
Signature Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Condo 14) | Terrace/patio

Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (243 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is ￥21,955
￥34,296 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 27 - Jan 28
Water Street Retreats
Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pool View | View from room

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
23.4 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great ocean view and excellent breakfast buffet! "
United States
Monica
The price is ￥17,583
￥19,868 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 21 - Jan 22
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Pets Allowed | Individually decorated, blackout drapes, free WiFi

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach
2.0 star property
27.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (255 reviews)
"The room was clean and the staff was helpful via text message"
United States
Patrick
The price is ￥11,147
￥12,597 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach
Beach/ocean view

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.0 star property
23.6 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Very clean, love the beach view and staff very friendly"
United States
Anthony
The price is ￥14,650
￥16,554 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 8 - Feb 9
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Exterior

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
15.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean room, nice amenities and great location "
United States
Shannon
The price is ￥18,658
￥23,765 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 1 - Feb 2
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
15.8 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1,569 reviews)
" Room was very clean, amazing view, helpful staff and location is peaceful. "
United States
Namita
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
On the beach, sun loungers, beach umbrellas, beach towels

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
14.4 km from Downtown Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (253 reviews)
"Great staff clean hotel"
United States
Stephanie
The price is ￥23,718
￥33,591 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 2 - Feb 3
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
Exterior

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
16 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (496 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Lyndell
The price is ￥15,859
￥17,921 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Ocean Front | Balcony

Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Carrie
The price is ￥19,607
￥22,156 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 10 - Feb 11
Silver Gull Motel
On the beach

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
14.2 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (488 reviews)
"Great location, very nice rooms with a great view!"
United States
Nicole
The price is ￥18,872
￥21,325 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19
Surf Suites
Exterior

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
11.3 km from Downtown Wilmington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (474 reviews)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, very nice breakfast...All at the right price!!"
United States
Eugene C.
The price is ￥14,489
￥16,372 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 24 - Jan 25
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
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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
Learn more about Downtown Wilmington
Wilmington which includes interior views, heritage elements and heritage architecture

Wilmington Historic District

Discover a national historic district featuring 875 contributing buildings, Queen Anne and Bungalow/American Craftsman style architecture, and notable landmarks like Bellamy Mansion and St. James Episcopal Church.

Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Mayfaire Town Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Wilmington which includes a river or creek
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Riverfront District

While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

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.

Seagate South

While Seagate South isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and New Hanover County Arboretum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"all aspects were great. Check-in, ambiance, room, restaurant. Parking was super convenient and river view was great "
Michael 1-night trip
Posted 5 days ago
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?
Downtown Wilmington is a historic neighborhood known for its beautiful river views. Be sure to check out Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Wilmington?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Downtown Wilmington. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private yards. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Front Street Inn and Best Western Plus Coastline Inn.
How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown Wilmington?
Expedia has 198 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Wilmington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Wilmington, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Downtown Wilmington.
Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Wilmington?
To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Wilmington, head over to our customer service page.
What is there to do around this Wilmington neighborhood?
Downtown Wilmington's sights and attractions like Wilmington Railroad Museum, City Stage Theatre, and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College offer insight into the local culture. Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews, and Burgwin-Wright House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Wilmington. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, be sure to visit other sights like Battleship North Carolina or Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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