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Our top choices for Wilmington motels

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.

1. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (690 reviews)
"Great location very clean We have stayed there 4/5 times and always have a great time"
United States
David
The price is ￥20,338
￥26,545 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Surf Suites
An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

2. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
Carolina Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,004 reviews)
"Nice place to stay and walking distance to the beach/restaurants around"
United States
Aliyah
The price is ￥13,187
￥14,901 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Dry Dock Inn
A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

3. Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
2.0 star property
Kure Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (663 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Stan
The price is ￥9,452
￥11,154 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23
Admiral's Quarter
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

4. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
Wilmington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,000 reviews)
"Very comfortable, clean room for a very reasonable price!! Location was central to all the things we were there for."
United States
Tamara
The price is ￥10,657
￥12,042 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 1 - Nov 2
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

5. Carolina Beach Inn

Carolina Beach Inn
2.0 star property
Downtown
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (449 reviews)
"Nice place and walking distance to some restaurants."
United States
David
The price is ￥19,439
￥21,966 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Carolina Beach Inn
A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

6. Carolina Beach Motel

Carolina Beach Motel
2.0 star property
Downtown
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (319 reviews)
"The room and property were very clean. That’s the first thing I noticed as cleanliness is very important to me. It’s in a great location, in walking distance to many restaurants, bars, etc. while also being quaint and quiet. Overall we really enjoyed our stay! If we ever travel back to Carolina Beach I will definitely consider staying at The Carolina Beach Motel!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥16,903
￥19,100 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 5 - Nov 6
Carolina Beach Motel
A wooden deck with turquoise chairs overlooking a beach.

7. Sea Vista Motel

Sea Vista Motel
2.0 star property
Holly Ridge
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (262 reviews)
"Great location. Views were spectacular. A few hiccups but all-in-all a great place for a getaway !"
United States
WILLIAM
The price is ￥18,400
￥25,192 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Sea Vista Motel
A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

8. Captain's Cove Motel

Captain's Cove Motel
2.5 star property
Long Beach
7.8 out of 10, Good, (318 reviews)
"Reasonable rates, staff was very helpful, our favorite stay in Oak Island"
United States
james
The price is ￥13,763
￥15,518 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 18 - Nov 19
Captain's Cove Motel
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a balcony and stairs.

9. Topsail Shores Inn

Topsail Shores Inn
2.0 star property
Sneads Ferry
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (674 reviews)
"We have stayed here twice now and will definitely come back. Great location and very friendly staff."
United States
Holly
The price is ￥11,662
￥12,827 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
Topsail Shores Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

10. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,024 reviews)
"Always a good stay at this motel 6. Great staff & location."
United States
Catherine
The price is ￥7,568
￥8,553 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 31 - Nov 1
Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC
A covered wooden deck with chairs and a view of the ocean.

11. Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (145 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, beach"
United States
Debra
The price is ￥17,736
￥19,998 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Ocean Crest Motel
A bedroom with a wooden bed, a desk, a chair, and a window with curtains.

12. Anchor Inn Motel

Anchor Inn Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (54 reviews)
"The stay was overall great!!! I did have a little trouble getting into the room but one easy call with the staff cleared everything up!! I definitely recommend this places if your looking for a nice and affordable stay! I Will definitely be coming back!"
United States
Bryant
The price is ￥19,043
￥21,471 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Anchor Inn Motel
A reception area with a coffee machine, flower arrangements, and a framed artwork on the wall.

13. Best Rest Inn

Best Rest Inn
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (425 reviews)
"Convenient ,clean and budget handled. As a frequent traveler you need nothing more."
United States
Randolph
The price is ￥7,583
￥8,569 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Best Rest Inn
A wooden deck with benches and a red fire hydrant, overlooking a beach and buildings.

14. Seaview Pier and Motel

Seaview Pier and Motel
2.5 star property
Sneads Ferry
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (675 reviews)
"Easy access to a place to eat and also the fishing pier."
United States
Dennis
The price is ￥22,545
￥25,476 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Seaview Pier and Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting of palm trees.

15. Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC

Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
6.8 out of 10, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay and helpful staff. Awesome"
United States
Mike
The price is ￥8,797
￥9,940 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a door with a security lock, a framed certificate on the wall, and a small framed map.

16. Coastal Motel

Coastal Motel
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
6.8 out of 10, (126 reviews)
"Great place for price"
United States
Brian
The price is ￥8,141
￥8,956 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Coastal Motel
A reception desk with a black marble top, surrounded by informational signs including "No Smoking" and "No Pets Allowed".

17. BUDGET INN

BUDGET INN
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
7.6 out of 10, Good, (5 reviews)
"Enjoyed My Stay 😀"
United States
RACHEAL
The price is ￥9,607
￥10,855 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 12 - Nov 13
BUDGET INN
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Top Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

8/10 Good
"I loved this hotel. Everything about it was fantastic except there was not a microwave in the room, and at night there was loud music playing outside that we could hear in our room all night."
Laura 2-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

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Wilmington Motels information

Number of reviews
4,196
Accommodation
8 Motels
Lowest Price
￥8,553
Highest Price
￥26,545

Frequently asked questions

What can I expect from a motel trip to Wilmington?
If you're having trouble locating a motel in Wilmington, expand your search to find motels in the surrounding area or let us help you find a similar property from over 1125 hotels and other lodging options. Simply filter using our search tools by nightly room rate or cost-saving amenities such as free parking and free breakfast.
What is a motel?
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.
What are the best motels in Wilmington?
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.
What can I do in Wilmington?
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.
What's the weather like in Wilmington?
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.
What are my options for getting around Wilmington when staying in a motel?
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.