Oleander Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Top hotels in Oleander
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"I booked this hotel thinking that we would have a great stay. However it was very depressing. The room was dark and dated, the bathtub was dirty and in general looked like they have never remodeled it. We spent 4 nights there and it was not worth it. If it wasn’t because the rest of the family were ..."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"It was OK."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The ice machine was broken"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The only real issue we had with this property was that our room was soggy. The air was humid to the point that the floods were damp. This makes carpeted areas icky to step on(not going bare foot) and rile slippery. We wiped tile with towels once, then just laid a row of towels out leading to the ..."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"The hotel is very nice. Updated. Rooms are very clean. The staff was very nice and informative."
Reviewed on 18 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"Overall very clean and comfortable. Moderate breakfast (bagels, cereal, oatmeal and fruit, muffins, juice, coffee/tea). No coffee maker or other appliances in the kitchenette area of room, but did have a mini fridge and prep sink. Somewhat confusing at check-in to be advised of a $100 deposit to ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Oleander
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.
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.
