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Our top choices for Wilmington motels

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1. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
South End
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (683 reviews)
"Second stay here and would come back again for the beach views, spacious suites, and great coffee shop/cafe across the street!"
United States
Megan
The price is ￥18,346
￥24,302 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Surf Suites
A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

2. Admiral's Quarter

Admiral's Quarter
2.0 star property
Kure Beach
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (655 reviews)
"Enjoyed my stay"
United States
Stan
The price is ￥10,111
￥11,900 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 4 - Nov 5
Admiral's Quarter
A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

3. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
2.5 star property
Wilmington
7.4 out of 10, Good, (1,003 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 ￥10,706
￥12,099 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC
An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

4. Dry Dock Inn

Dry Dock Inn
3.0 star property
Carolina Beach
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice place to stay and walking distance to the beach/restaurants around"
United States
Aliyah
The price is ￥16,763
￥18,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 23 - Oct 24
Dry Dock Inn
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, (447 reviews)
"Well located, clean, parking available."
United States
Gonzalo
The price is ￥17,590
￥19,877 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 20 - Nov 21
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, (317 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 ￥18,432
￥20,829 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
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, (259 reviews)
"We absolutely loved our stay at Sea Vista!! We are going to stay there every time we visit Topsail from now on!!"
United States
Virginia
The price is ￥19,193
￥26,097 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
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, (317 reviews)
"Reasonable rates, staff was very helpful, our favorite stay in Oak Island"
United States
james
The price is ￥12,642
￥14,254 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 24 - Oct 25
Captain's Cove Motel
A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

9. Ocean Crest Motel

Ocean Crest Motel
2.0 star property
Long Beach
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (144 reviews)
"Awesome location, just right at the beach and got everything we needed for a quick weekend getaway. Staff is very helpful and friendly, we love everything about this property!"
United States
Jessica
The price is ￥17,203
￥19,396 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 2 - Nov 3
Ocean Crest Motel
A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

10. 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 ￥18,071
￥20,374 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Anchor Inn Motel
A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a balcony and stairs.

11. Topsail Shores Inn

Topsail Shores Inn
2.0 star property
Sneads Ferry
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (671 reviews)
"Front desk was super friendly at check in , room was clean and check out was super easy ."
United States
Nicholas
The price is ￥14,386
￥15,824 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 10 - Nov 11
Topsail Shores Inn
A reception area with a clock, a framed floral painting, a vase with flowers, a coffee machine, and a sign detailing check-in times and policies.

12. Best Rest Inn

Best Rest Inn
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (423 reviews)
"Convenient ,clean and budget handled. As a frequent traveler you need nothing more."
United States
Randolph
The price is ￥7,704
￥8,707 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 22 - Oct 23
Best Rest Inn
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

13. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (1,005 reviews)
"Always a good stay at this motel 6. Great staff & location."
United States
Catherine
The price is ￥8,353
￥9,440 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Motel 6 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.

14. 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 ￥7,869
￥8,656 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 27 - Oct 28
Coastal Motel
A wooden deck with benches and a red fire hydrant, overlooking a beach and buildings.

15. 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 ￥22,667
￥25,614 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Seaview Pier and Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting of palm trees.

16. Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC

Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
2.0 star property
Jacksonville
6.8 out of 10, (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay and helpful staff. Awesome"
United States
Mike
The price is ￥9,843
￥11,121 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC
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 ￥9,658
￥10,914 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 21 - Oct 22
BUDGET INN
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Top Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Excellent
"Clean, well maintained, pleasant atmosphere."
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Wilmington Motels information

Number of reviews
3,434
Accommodation
8 Motels
Lowest Price
￥8,656
Highest Price
￥26,097

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.