Dry Pond Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Dry Pond
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Dry Pond
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"They did not clean the room at any time. There was no bar open after 8:00 PM. The beach was very nice. The staff were helpful."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"This hotel was awful. If not for having my kids, I probably would’ve slept in my car. My 8 year old was crying about having to stay there and wanted to leave. We didn’t arrive until very late, so it was too late to do anything. The pillows were about as small as my head. The bed was dirty, squeaky, ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
"Going back soon. Hopefully by next month"
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Parking is the only small issue. Besides that the hotel is beautiful & clean."
Reviewed on 22 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Where to stay in Dry Pond
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.
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.
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.
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.
