What is Riverfront District like?

Travelers to the Riverfront District neighborhood in Wilmington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College as part of your Riverfront District travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Riverfront District?

Based on our traveler data, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Riverfront District. This hotel is steps from Riverwalk, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center .

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Riverfront District area?

Expedia has 247 hotels and other accommodations in Riverfront District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Riverfront District, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Riverfront District.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Riverfront District?

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What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighborhood?

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Wilmington Railroad Museum, and Children's Museum of Wilmington are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Riverfront District. Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. The Cotton Exchange, The Eagle's Dare, and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are just a few of the places to visit in and around Riverfront District. While you're out sightseeing, City Stage Theatre and Burgwin-Wright House are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.

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1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Riverfront District

Mallory

￥25,002 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

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

2. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Riverfront District

Timothy

￥20,944 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

3. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Riverfront District

Sally

￥28,310 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Riverfront District

(Michael) Alex

￥21,659 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

5. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Riverfront District

Jessica

￥24,565 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 29 - Sep 30

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Riverfront District

Gabriel Armando

￥24,712 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 11 - Oct 12

7. ARRIVE Wilmington

Riverfront District

Christopher

￥26,593 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 18 - Oct 19

Signature Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Condo 14) | Terrace/patio

8. Water Street Retreats

Riverfront District

David

￥39,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 20 - Sep 21

9. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District

Amy

￥39,260 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

The Hive 207 Bees Knees | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, iron/ironing board, WiFi (free)

10. The Hive

Riverfront District

Jennifer

￥54,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Riverfront District

￥50,458 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 22 - Sep 23

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

5 km from Riverfront District

maurice

￥19,667 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 24 - Sep 25

13. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

8.1 km from Riverfront District

Harvey

￥18,938 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

14. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

6.8 km from Riverfront District

Peter

￥16,853 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 5 - Oct 6

15. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

5.1 km from Riverfront District

Jeff

￥18,640 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 1 - Oct 2

16. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

7.3 km from Riverfront District

Amy

￥17,627 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

17. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

New Market Center, 6.5 km from Riverfront District

Tommy

￥17,179 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 28 - Sep 29

18. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

11.1 km from Riverfront District

Victoria

￥15,684 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 21 - Sep 22

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 7.7 km from Riverfront District

Delmy

￥21,239 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 4 - Oct 5

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

6.2 km from Riverfront District

Ada

￥17,151 total

includes taxes & fees

Sep 27 - Sep 28

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Compare popular hotels in Riverfront District

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 950 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,115 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,003 reviews	View
The Hive	4.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 21 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 641 reviews	View

Where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

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A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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.

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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.

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The Bottom

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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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.

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Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

8/10 Good

"Standard stay, just what you need. Nothing fancy. Good location, close to all."

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"Room was ocean view. Most excellent sly All staff were kind and helpful. Ate at restaurant several times. Last time was large dinner group for family celebration. Staff was just great all the way around. Special shout out to day server. Older woman with gray hair. Terrible with names but she has a special place for her kindness. Thanks for all"

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

8/10 Good

"Best location by far on the strip! Restaurant has been out of food and outdated this trip and last. Actually went up the street to the holiday in and ate at Solstice. Made me question, do I want the furthest end of the beach or amenities?.. Yes Shell Island needs to step thier game up. Could be the best spot, they just dont know how to run it.. Amenities are key. They served us can beverages at $4 at dinner, no tiki bar as advertised, Great for older people like me, but not if you're fun and want to stay here the whole time.. Should be labeld as a hotel and not a "resort". Talking with people on the elevator, they felt the same..... This place is gold mine if ran by the right people.. Wish they gave me shot to make it happen..."

Cozy Houseboat in Port City Marina Wilmington, NC Nestled among The Cove Villas

10/10 Excellent

"This unit is beautifully placed within the cove villas. Views were incredible and the houseboat was very clean. Host was wonderful to work with and we will be using them again for our annual trip there!!!"

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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

2. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

3. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

5. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

7. ARRIVE Wilmington

8. Water Street Retreats

9. Dreamers BNB

10. The Hive

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

13. Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

14. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

15. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

16. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

17. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

18. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

19. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

20. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

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Where to stay in Riverfront District

Downtown Wilmington

Wilmington Historic District

Landfall

The Bottom

Wrightsville Sound

Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

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