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At many motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room from an outside corridor overlooking the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66.

Here you'll find some of our customers' top motels to choose from in the larger area. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Enjoy access to the coffee in the lobby, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Admiral's Quarter: A seasonal outdoor pool, free WiFi, and free parking are available during your stay. Central Wilmington is 16.6 mi (26.8 km) away. Surf Suites: Enjoy access to the seasonal outdoor pool and free parking, as well as room amenities like a kitchen. Located 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from the heart of Wilmington. Dry Dock Inn: Central Wilmington is 14.4 mi (23.2 km) away. 2 outdoor pools and 8 beach bars are available during your stay, along with room amenities like free WiFi. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC: 47.3 mi (76.1 km) from the heart of Wilmington. Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

In this walkable area, enjoy its scenic seaside and top-notch restaurants while you're sightseeing. Visitors like Wilmington for its aquarium and live music. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Airlie Gardens, Figure Eight Island, and Cape Fear River. You'll find these family-friendly attractions: Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park, and Wilmington Railroad Museum. Some historical places you might want to see include Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Bellamy Mansion Museum, and Legion Stadium.

Weather can make or break a roadtrip, so here's some data about year-round temperatures in Wilmington to help you plan yours: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 78°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 51°F. The rainiest months in Wilmington are August, September, July, and June, with each month seeing an average of 7 inches of rainfall.

We’ve gathered some information about getting around Wilmington to help you navigate your stay: Fly into Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is located 3.1 mi (5 km) away from the heart of the city. If you'd like to explore around the area, consider renting a car to take in more sights.