Downtown Wilmington, NC

Wilmington

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Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions

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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
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

￥14,325
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

￥3,186
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic 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 ￥22,785 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥22,785
￥25,748 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,680 reviews)
"DIRTY SHEETS."

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2026

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 ￥24,608 per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
￥24,608
￥27,805 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
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! (1,107 reviews)
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Reviewed on Sep 3, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 out of 5
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ￥17,116 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
￥17,116
￥19,341 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,006 reviews)
"air conditioner water running into room, towel bar coming off wall. had to pay to park at hotel"

Reviewed on Aug 31, 2026

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
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 ￥25,077 per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
￥25,077
￥28,338 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
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. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (634 reviews)
"Beautiful room and walking distance to everything"

Reviewed on Aug 24, 2026

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington

4 out of 5
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ￥21,854 per night from Sep 13 to Sep 14
￥21,854
￥24,695 total
Sep 13 - Sep 14
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! (947 reviews)
"Excellent location and staff. The hotel employee that helped check me in went out of her way late at night to make certain that everything I needed was taken care of – absolutely the best!"

Reviewed on Sep 3, 2026

ARRIVE Wilmington
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3 out of 5
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is ￥21,760 per night from Sep 20 to Sep 21
￥21,760
￥24,590 total
Sep 20 - Sep 21
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Water heater broke twice during my week stay. Amenities are not good. No full breakfast just a cafe that’s not even staffed some days in the afternoon. Will not be back."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

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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 Beach Museum of History.

The Bottom

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts 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 New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

Downtown Wilmington, NC

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