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Our top choices for Airlie hotels

1. Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
Wrightsville Sound, 0.8 km from Airlie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay"
United States
Pamela
The price is NZ$223
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
3.0 star property
Mayfaire, 2.6 km from Airlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"great place to stay clean had a kitchen so you could make food if you don't want to go out real fridge dishwasher they even have dishes and pots and pans altogether nice place"
United States
ML
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

3. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
2.7 km from Airlie
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (793 reviews)
"Great staff clean facilities."
United States
philip
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
9 Dec - 10 Dec
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

4. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall

Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall
3.0 star property
Landfall, 2.1 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (404 reviews)
"It was very clean, staff were very polite. Breakfast was good and the hotel is in great location with a lot store and restaurant near by. Close to the beach easy to get around and to the airport."
United States
Maria
The price is NZ$237
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall

5. SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
2.7 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay"
United States
William
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

6. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Element by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
Mayfaire, 2.7 km from Airlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (135 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Element by Marriott Wilmington

7. Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center

Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center
3.0 star property
Mayfaire, 2.5 km from Airlie
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Property was clean and well maintained"
United States
Tara
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center

8. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6.1 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (619 reviews)
"Recently remodeled, nicely done, great rooms."
United States
Rodger
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

9. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Great place to stay"
United States
Dani
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

10. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
6.4 km from Airlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (752 reviews)
"Great stay in a good location."
United States
Kevin
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
Tru by Hilton Wilmington

11. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 5 km from Airlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"The check-in person was great, it was midnight before we got there and he got us checked in right away. The room was great."
United States
Jim
The price is NZ$176
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

12. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
4.7 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Very nice property and staff. Will definitely stay again."
United States
Whitney
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

13. Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
3.5 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Very clean, wonderful location and beach!"
United States
Jennifer
The price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

14. Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
3.1 km from Airlie
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Clean great staff beautiful view"
United States
christina
The price is NZ$279
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Silver Gull Motel

15. Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
3 km from Airlie
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (696 reviews)
"Great location very clean We have stayed there 4/5 times and always have a great time"
United States
David
The price is NZ$299
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Surf Suites

16. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 5.1 km from Airlie
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (377 reviews)
"It was an enjoyable stay."
United States
Paula
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

17. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
5.6 km from Airlie
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff, wonderful breakfast and an amazingly clean room!!!!!"
United States
James
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

18. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 5.3 km from Airlie
7.8 out of 10, Good, (1,001 reviews)
"Parking was very accessible."
United States
George
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

19. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
5.6 km from Airlie
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (41 reviews)
"Nice and clean, staff courteous"
United States
Louis
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
18 Nov - 19 Nov
StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

20. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
4.8 km from Airlie
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (972 reviews)
"Check in was smooth and seamless, staff are friendly and are very welcoming to animals which is a huge plus. Very clean rooms for allowing pets so cleaning staff are really on their game. Convenient location between downtown and the beach too. We can’t wait to stay again!"
United States
William
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
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Compare popular hotels in Airlie

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A nighttime swimming pool with lounge chairs and umbrellas, surrounded by trees and a building with lights.
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
1,001 reviews
View
A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
793 reviews
View
An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.
Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire
3.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.
Surf Suites
2.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
696 reviews
View
A hotel lobby with a large wooden conference table surrounded by green and blue patterned chairs, a chandelier, and a green-themed backdrop with a television.
SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View

Our guide on where to stay in Airlie

Find the best Airlie areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

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.

The Bottom

While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hotels in Airlie that travellers recommend?
Two of the best hotels in Airlie that receive consistently high recommendations from travellers are the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire and the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall.

The Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, with an impressive 9.2 rating, is highly regarded for its spacious and clean rooms, as well as its excellent and friendly staff. Guests particularly appreciate the great and free continental breakfast and the lovely pool. The hotel is conveniently located near Mayfaire Town Centre and Regal Mayfaire, both within 0.6 km.

Another excellent choice is the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, which holds a 9.0 rating. This hotel is praised for its spacious rooms and great amenities, including designer toiletries and free full breakfast. It also offers a free grocery shopping service and is located within 1.1 km of Mayfaire Town Centre.
What are the best family hotels in Airlie?
For family-friendly accommodation in Airlie, consider the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, the Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center, the Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach, or the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall.

The Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, with an excellent 9.2 rating, offers spacious and clean rooms, along with a great pool and comfortable beds, making it ideal for families. Guests frequently praise the excellent and friendly staff, and a complimentary continental breakfast is included. It is conveniently located just 0.6 km from Mayfaire Town Centre and 0.5 km from Regal Mayfaire.

Another excellent choice is the Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center, rated 8.4. This hotel provides spacious and clean rooms, a sofa bed, connecting rooms, and free cribs, suiting families. The friendly and helpful staff are often highlighted, and guests appreciate the superb and comfortable pool. Free self-parking and internet are also provided. It is situated 0.7 km from Mayfaire Town Centre and 0.6 km from Regal Mayfaire.

The Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach, with an 8.8 rating, also has features friendly for families such as sofa beds, connecting rooms, and a pool. Guests enjoy the complimentary buffet breakfast and free WiFi, as well as the friendly staff. The hotel is conveniently located 1.6 km from the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.

Finally, the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, rated 9.0, features spacious rooms and great amenities, including a pool, free cribs, and sofa beds. Families will appreciate the complimentary full breakfast and grocery shopping service, along with free self-parking and RV/bus/truck parking. It is located 1.1 km from Mayfaire Town Centre and 1.0 km from Regal Mayfaire.
What hotels in Airlie offer free breakfast?
In Airlie, several hotels offer a complimentary breakfast, including the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, and the Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach.

The Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, with an excellent 9.2 rating, provides a free continental breakfast daily. Guests consistently praise the spacious and clean rooms, as well as the friendly and excellent staff. The hotel also offers free WiFi and complimentary self-parking.

Another great option is the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, rated 9.0. This hotel offers a free full breakfast and is known for its spacious rooms. It also provides free WiFi and free self-parking for added convenience.

The Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach, with a strong rating of 8.8, also includes a free buffet breakfast. Guests appreciate its convenient location and the friendly staff. This hotel is also just 1.6 km from the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.
What are the top pet-friendly hotels in Airlie?
For top-rated pet-friendly hotels in Airlie, consider the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, or the Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center.

The Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, with an excellent rating of 9.2, warmly welcomes both dogs and cats. Guests frequently mention the spacious and clean rooms, the excellent and friendly staff, and the great breakfast. It is conveniently located near Mayfaire Town Centre and Regal Mayfaire.

Another excellent option is the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, which has a 9.0 rating and is also pet-friendly. This hotel offers complimentary grocery shopping service, free toiletries, and a full, free breakfast. Guests appreciate the spacious rooms and great amenities. It is also close to Mayfaire Town Centre and Regal Mayfaire.

The Hilton Garden Inn Wilmington Mayfaire Town Center, rated 8.4, is another great choice for travellers with pets, as both dogs and cats are permitted. Guests often highlight the spacious and clean rooms, the friendly and helpful staff, and the convenient location. It is also situated close to Mayfaire Town Centre and Regal Mayfaire.
What are the best budget hotels in Airlie?
For excellent budget-friendly hotels in Airlie, consider the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, or the Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach.

The Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire, with a fantastic 9.2 rating, offers spacious and clean rooms, as well as excellent and friendly staff. Guests particularly appreciate the great, good breakfast and the lovely pool. Free WiFi, complimentary breakfast, and free grocery shopping services are also provided.

Another great option is the Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Landfall, rated 9.0. It features spacious rooms and great amenities, including a complimentary full breakfast, free grocery shopping service, and free self-parking. It's also conveniently located just 2.1 km from Airlie Gardens.

The Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach, with an 8.8 rating, is praised for its convenient and good location, as well as its friendly staff. Guests enjoy the good buffet breakfast and the friendly breakfast bar. Free WiFi and complimentary self-parking are also available, and it's just 1.6 km from the Wrightsville Beach Museum of History.
What are the most romantic hotels in Airlie for couples?
For a romantic stay in Airlie, the Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire is a wonderful option for couples.

This hotel, with an impressive 9.2 rating, is praised by guests for its spacious and clean rooms, as well as its excellent and friendly staff. Couples can enjoy the comfortable beds and the great pool. The hotel offers complimentary breakfast and free WiFi, along with free self-parking. Additionally, guests appreciate the complimentary grocery shopping service and toiletries. Its location is convenient, being just 0.6 km from Mayfaire Town Centre.
What are the best hotels in Airlie near Wrightsville SUP?
For a well-located hotel in Airlie near Wrightsville SUP, the Harbor Inn is an excellent recommendation.

This hotel, with a very good 8.6 rating, is conveniently situated just 0.9 kilometres from Wrightsville SUP. Guests particularly appreciate its amazing location and great staff. It offers an outdoor pool, free covered self-parking, free WiFi, and air conditioning, providing a comfortable stay for families. Additionally, it's also close to Wrightsville Beach Museum of History and Johnnie Mercer's Pier.
When is the best time to go to Airlie?
The best time to visit Airlie, North Carolina, is during the spring (April to May) and autumn (September to October) months. These periods offer pleasant weather, avoiding the peak heat and humidity of summer while still providing ample sunshine for outdoor activities.

Spring in Airlie brings mild temperatures, typically ranging from 15°C to 25°C, making it ideal for exploring the Airlie Gardens or enjoying a stroll along the nearby beaches without the summer crowds. The gardens are particularly beautiful at this time, with many plants in bloom. This season is superb for couples looking for a relaxed getaway with comfortable conditions for sightseeing and dining outdoors.

Autumn also offers lovely weather, with temperatures similar to spring, usually between 18°C and 28°C. The humidity drops, and the ocean water remains warm enough for swimming well into October. This period is great for families who want to enjoy the coastal activities, such as visiting local parks or taking boat trips, without the intense heat or the busiest tourist season.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Airlie hotel for you.
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How much is the nightly rate for a hotel in Airlie?
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