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Our top choices for South Front District hotels

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

1. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.3 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Timothy
The price is NZ$201
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

2. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
2.8 km from South Front District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
maurice
The price is NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
13 Oct - 14 Oct
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

3. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.1 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (972 reviews)
"Not the cleanest hotel but the staff was polite and friendly."
United States
Shawn
The price is NZ$246
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.5 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,114 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mallory
The price is NZ$263
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

5. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

Tru by Hilton Wilmington
3.0 star property
6.1 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (723 reviews)
"Great room, staff was great and breakfast was great."
United States
Hubert
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

6. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.4 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (645 reviews)
"Nice, modern hotel in prime location. I liked the layout of the room. I would stay here again."
United States
JEFFREY C.
The price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

7. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
5.1 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (717 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$197
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

8. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
3 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet area. On 1st floor and the noise was minimal. Breakfast was great and staff were super friendly. Will stay again!"
United States
Sara
The price is NZ$213
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

9. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2 km from South Front District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great customer service and rooms just like the pictures!"
United States
Gabriel Armando
The price is NZ$281
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
A modern hotel lobby with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with white curtains, and multiple pendant lights.

10. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
2.5 star property
5.9 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (297 reviews)
"Helpful staff, clean rooms, nice breakfast and convenient location ... at a decent price."
United States
Louis
The price is NZ$161
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

11. ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 1.5 km from South Front District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (956 reviews)
"Always a great time, staff, location and gazebo bar are always fantastic."
United States
Christopher
The price is NZ$403
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
ARRIVE Wilmington
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

12. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6.6 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

13. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
3.5 star property
6.1 km from South Front District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (410 reviews)
"The rooms and property were very neat and clean. Also the staff was great and helpful, will definitely be back"
United States
Cedric
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

14. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Downtown Wilmington, 2.1 km from South Front District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,708 reviews)
"NIce place, would stay there again for sure."
United States
Lee
The price is NZ$295
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A building with a brick facade, a stone entrance, and a decorative metal archway.

15. Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
3.0 star property
6.4 km from South Front District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice stay."
United States
Joseph
The price is NZ$188
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6.3 km from South Front District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (583 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is NZ$204
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Breakfast area

17. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7 km from South Front District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,586 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was great. Great hotel for family"
United States
Craig
The price is NZ$171
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Comfort Inn University
An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

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

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7.7 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Nice and clean place to stay. Lots of restaurants with in a few miles."
United States
John
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
An indoor swimming pool with clear water, marked depth indicators, and a pool lift.

19. Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG
2.5 star property
8 km from South Front District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (952 reviews)
"It was perfect"
United States
Michele
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
25 Oct - 26 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Leland - Wilmington Area by IHG
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

20. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
2.5 star property
6.9 km from South Front District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (509 reviews)
"breakfast was great, property is located in a excellent spot"
United States
Peter
The price is NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
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Our guide on where to stay in South Front District

Find the best South Front District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Open Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com

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.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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.

A boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Open Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com

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.

Top South Front District Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in South Front District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"The location of of property was perfect for my needs"
richard 1-night trip
Posted 2 hours ago
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is South Front District like?
Guests are sure to enjoy their time checking out all that Wilmington's South Front District neighbourhood has to offer. Consider a visit to Waterline Brewing Co. as part of your South Front District travel plans.
How many hotels should I expect to find in the South Front District area?
With 15 Expedia hotels and other accommodation options in South Front District to choose from, this is a good starting point for exploring the greater Wilmington area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Front District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If your reservation is non-refundable, you may still be able to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to review top deals in South Front District.
What is there to do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?
Waterline Brewing Co. is an attraction you might want to check out while you're in South Front District. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens or Ted's Fun On The River.