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Top Trending Hotels Near Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington

Boardwalk Inn
Terrace/patio

Boardwalk Inn

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (60)
"Love this place!"
The price is P9,381
P12,862 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 24 - Jul 25
Boardwalk Inn
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Room

Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd

3.0 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (20)
"Really nice hotel!"
The price is P7,243
P8,185 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 28 - Jul 29
Spark by Hilton Wilmington Carolina Beach Rd
Oceaneer
View from property

Oceaneer

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (10)
"It was on the beach with a nice pool as well."
The price is P11,133
P14,010 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 23 - Jul 24
Oceaneer
Front Street Inn
1 bedroom, premium bedding, memory foam beds, desk

Front Street Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (133)
"Super convenient (proximity to shops/dining & parking) and great staff! Rooms very clean & comfortable."
Front Street Inn
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Rooftop bar

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1011)
"Loved the location, the river walk, scenic, walkable to other interesting places. "
The price is P8,410
P9,504 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
ARRIVE Wilmington
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (730)
"Great boutique hotel"
The price is P9,008
P11,148 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
ARRIVE Wilmington
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Reception

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Even though we only stayed one night, everything was top notch! Friendly staff, nice rooms and the breakfast was very good!! "
The price is P6,271
P7,086 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Lobby

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (912)
"Clean hotel in great location, "
The price is P8,184
P9,248 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 10 - Aug 11
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Water Street Retreats
Terrace/patio

Water Street Retreats

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (230)
"It was a great stay overall! There was a letter board that was welcoming us and it was a very cute touch. The parking situation wasn’t the best, but wasn’t too far away."
Water Street Retreats
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Terrace/patio

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, (1218)
"We enjoyed the ocean view from our room."
The price is P8,216
P9,284 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Banquet hall

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (470)
"Great food in the rooftop restaurant "
The price is P9,494
P10,728 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (832)
"We enjoyed our stay at Hampton Inn Downtown Wilmington very much."
The price is P7,730
P8,734 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 3 - Aug 4
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
The Hive
Private kitchen

The Hive

4.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (9)
"Amazing place, we can’t wait to go back!"
The price is P11,049
P18,819 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
The Hive
Luxe 220
2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxe 220

3.0 star property
The price is P27,024
P40,231 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Luxe 220
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Outdoor pool, open 8 AM to 10 PM, cabanas (surcharge), pool umbrellas

Trailborn Surf & Sound

4.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (96)
"Adorable resort style oceanfront hotel. Loved the decor. Would stay again. "
The price is P15,442
P19,905 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Trailborn Surf & Sound
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Individually decorated, individually furnished, iron/ironing board

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1438)
"Excellent beach front property and great staff!"
The price is P17,101
P20,854 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Exterior

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

2.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (315)
"Great breakfast, too! "
The price is P8,702
P9,833 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 27 - Jul 28
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Indoor pool, outdoor pool, open 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM, pool umbrellas

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3.0 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Great location, very nice staff."
The price is P14,870
P18,742 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 11 - Aug 12
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Silver Gull Motel
Balcony

Silver Gull Motel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"This property is very close to the beach and safe."
The price is P14,813
P16,739 total
includes taxes & fees
Jul 22 - Jul 23
Silver Gull Motel
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
Terrace/patio

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (425)
"My husband and I stayed here for two nights and were very impressed! The hotel was clean and in a nice area. We would stay here again. "
The price is P8,693
P9,823 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 5 - Aug 6
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
Wilmington which includes interior views, heritage architecture and heritage elements
Wilmington Historic District map

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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Cape Fear River.

Wilmington which includes a river or creek
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Riverfront District map

Riverfront District

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

Landfall map

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.

Wrightsville Sound map

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.

Seagate South map

Seagate South

While Seagate South isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and New Hanover County Arboretum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Staff was very helpful and pleasant. Our grandson loved the view of the battleship North Carolina. Pool was very nice would deffinetly stay here again. "
Joseph 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is a historic neighborhood known for its beautiful river views. Be sure to check out Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

What's a favorite place to stay in Downtown Wilmington?

Based on Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Downtown Wilmington. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private yards. Other top choices in the neighborhood include Best Western Plus Coastline Inn and Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.

How many hotels can I expect to find in Downtown Wilmington?

Expedia has 217 hotels and other accommodations in Downtown Wilmington to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals in Downtown Wilmington.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Wilmington?

To access more information about changing or cancelling your trip to Downtown Wilmington, head over to our customer service page.

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighborhood?

Downtown Wilmington's sights and attractions like Wilmington Railroad Museum, City Stage Theatre, and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College offer insight into the local culture. Cape Fear River and The Cotton Exchange are some other stops to visit in the neighborhood. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews, and Burgwin-Wright House are just a few of the places to visit in and around Downtown Wilmington. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, be sure to visit other sights like Battleship North Carolina or Bellamy Mansion Museum.