Downtown Wilmington Travel Guide
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Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
฿1,051
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
฿654
per adult
Top hotels in Downtown Wilmington
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,170 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
฿5,170
฿5,842 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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! (1,595 reviews)
"No complaints. Good hotel, good location."
Reviewed on 28 Jun 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,751 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,751
฿6,499 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
501 NUTT STREET Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿6,118 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
฿6,118
฿6,913 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
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! (596 reviews)
"Unless you request you will not get room cleaning and the front desk did not let us know. I know A-Loft is for a certain vibe however it is a bit too modern for us. the location was good and the room was fine. however we would not choose to stay here again. not to mention the valet left our lights ..."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
ARRIVE Wilmington
101 S. Second St. Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,154 per night from 7 Jul to 8 Jul
฿5,154
฿5,824 total
7 Jul - 8 Jul
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 Jun 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
503 Nutt St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,289 per night from 5 Jul to 6 Jul
฿4,289
฿4,847 total
5 Jul - 6 Jul
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! (1,005 reviews)
"The hotel's unusual layout suggests it may have once been an apartment building transformed into a hotel. Despite its quirks, the room was clean, and the location was convenient. Plus, the friendly staff made the stay even more enjoyable."
Reviewed on 30 Jun 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
229 North 2nd Street Wilmington NC
The price is ฿5,786 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
฿5,786
฿6,538 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Our stay was great. The staff was very friendly and helpful. Our room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is four miles from the pier. Very convenient since we were going on a narrated cruise tour. Renita"
Reviewed on 29 Jun 2026
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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 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.
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.
