Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Wilmington
Stay near popular Downtown Wilmington attractions
Activities
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
NZ$41
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
NZ$34
per adult
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
NZ$54
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Our pick of the best Downtown Wilmington Hotel Deals
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$334 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$334
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,601 reviews)
"Everything was wonderful"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$340 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$340
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,062 reviews)
"Embassy Suites Riverfront Wilmington is a great place to stay. The location is convenient to walk up the Riverwalk to shops and restaurants, etc. Overall, the room and bath were clean. There was a sliding door from the bedroom to the bathroom that must not be closed very often since there was dust ..."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$374 per night from 6 July to 7 July
NZ$374
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (599 reviews)
"Excellent views and convenient location on the river. Walking distance to shopping restaurants and concerts. Great staycation destination for locals or travelers."
Reviewed on 3 July 2026
ARRIVE Wilmington
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$307 per night from 7 July to 8 July
NZ$307
7 July - 8 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (913 reviews)
"It was amazing . I would love to come back & spend some more time there. John the bartender was the best !!!!!"
Reviewed on 30 June 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is NZ$216 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$216
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location great price"
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$334 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$334
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It’s a good location, easily to walk everywhere. Rooms were clean. There is a pub or a club near by that had loud music playing late so kept us up for a while, but aside from that, everything else about this hotel was great."
Reviewed on 4 July 2026
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.
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.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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
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.
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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Museum.
