Ardmore Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Things to do

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Ardmore

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Very nice resort. No waterfountain to fill up personal water bottles, the toaster and coffee maker were low end products, and the hours of the restaurant were confusing. Other than that, the staff were pleasant, the pool was clean and the rooms were comfortable."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Unfortunately we didn’t have a great experience here. Our room had not been cleaned well (or maybe not at all).There was hair on all the pillows on one of the beds, a dirty towel hanging in the bathroom and dirt and crumbs on the floor by the window and one of the beds. Our room was just by the elevator, ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Bathrooms door wasn’t working"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Property itself and room was clean and mostly well maintained. Bathroom had some drainage issues in the shower. The biggest problem here is the lack of security in the parking area. You must pay for parking here and there are no cameras which is a major security issue in a high crime area like this ..."
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026

Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The outside was ok the inside rooms were updated but not bathroom which needs updating. Not super clean but was not filthy. Wouldn’t rate an 8.2"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"We only stayed 1 night but we were very impressed. The room was spotless. The bathroom was a little run down but was nice otherwise. The breakfast was delicious and the staff were very nice and efficient. I will definitely stay here again."
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ardmore

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.

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 Beach Museum of History.

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.












