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4148 Cheap Hotels in Downtown Wilmington - Specials, Reviews, & Last Minute Deals

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Rooftop bar

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"Best location!"
The price is NZ$267
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
ARRIVE Wilmington
Exterior

ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (752)
"Gorgeous grounds, friendly staff, great food, fun and interesting area of town, great bed and linens"
The price is NZ$286
includes taxes & fees
3 Sept - 4 Sept
ARRIVE Wilmington
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, (1268)
"Perfect location for downtown Wilmington, staff was very friendly "
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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, (928)
"Close to the Riverwalk, entertainment and dining."
The price is NZ$242
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Banquet hall

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

3.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (478)
"Great way to enjoy Wilmington!"
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Reception

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 star property
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1007)
"Even though we only stayed one night, everything was top notch! Friendly staff, nice rooms and the breakfast was very good!! "
The price is NZ$209
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Terrace/patio

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (839)
"We enjoyed our stay at Hampton Inn Downtown Wilmington very much."
The price is NZ$258
includes taxes & fees
24 Aug - 25 Aug
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
Water Street Retreats
Signature Condo, 1 Bedroom, Kitchen, River View (Condo 1) | Terrace/patio

Water Street Retreats

3.5 star property
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (232)
"Overall was very pleased with my stay."
Water Street Retreats
Front Street Inn
Room

Front Street Inn

3.0 star property
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (134)
"The SoHo room was spacious, bright, lovely and comfortable! Thank you, so chic!"
Front Street Inn
The Hive
The Hive 103 Bees Knees | Private kitchen

The Hive

4.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (11)
"Amazing place, we can’t wait to go back!"
The price is NZ$519
includes taxes & fees
4 Sept - 5 Sept
The Hive
Luxe 220
2 bedrooms, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Luxe 220

3.0 star property
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1)
"This place is amazing and we felt so lucky to stay here! "
The price is NZ$1,188
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Luxe 220
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Traditional Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1474)
"Hotel very clean bed comfortable great view of beach quite area restaurant was great "
The price is NZ$440
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Pirates Cove
View from property

Pirates Cove

2.0 star property
7.6 out of 10, Good, (449)
"Great stay! "
The price is NZ$241
includes taxes & fees
19 Aug - 20 Aug
Pirates Cove
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
Lobby

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

2.5 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1009)
"good location near airport"
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
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, (1005)
"Great location, very nice staff."
The price is NZ$359
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 Sept
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.0 star property
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1002)
"Wonderful stay!"
The price is NZ$307
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Courtyard Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Carolina Beach Inn
Family Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Kitchen, Ground Floor (Innkeepers Suite) | Living area

Carolina Beach Inn

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (366)
"Great place ! Cant wait to go back. "
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Carolina Beach Inn
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington
Exterior

Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington

2.0 star property
5.8 out of 10, (1002)
"Great stay"
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Sept - 16 Sept
Howard Johnson by Wyndham Wilmington
Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Exterior

Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.5 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (90)
"Had a great stay! "
The price is NZ$224
includes taxes & fees
7 Sept - 8 Sept
Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
Admiral's Quarter
Aerial view

Admiral's Quarter

2.0 star property
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (347)
"Just a simple hotel with a great staff and fantastic location! Would stay there again for sure!"
The price is NZ$335
includes taxes & fees
27 Aug - 28 Aug
Admiral's Quarter
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Our guide on where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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

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.

Wilmington showing a river or creek
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Riverfront District map

Riverfront District

1 out of top 10 points of interest in this area

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.

Northside map

Northside

Though Northside may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions 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 Beach Museum of History.

Seagate South map

Seagate South

While there might not be top attractions in Seagate South, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and New Hanover County Arboretum.

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

10/10 Excellent
"Wonderful happy hour and breakfast! Room was spacious and beautiful River view. Staff was awesome as well! "
Candice 1-night trip
Posted 2 days ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views. Make sure that you visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

What's the best accommodation 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 gardens. Other top choices in the neighbourhood include Front Street Inn and Best Western Plus Coastline Inn.

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

Expedia has 209 hotels and other accommodation options 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! The majority of hotel bookings are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable reservation, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Downtown Wilmington.

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighbourhood?

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 worth a visit in the neighbourhood. 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, make sure that you visit other sights such as Battleship North Carolina or Bellamy Mansion Museum.