Princess Place Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Princess Place
Things to do

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Princess Place

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"I have stayed here twice and this place never disappoints"
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Boo other than the elevator didn’t work the entire time"
Reviewed on 16 Jul 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
"Great location and view. Large, comfortable room. Only complaint is that the shampoo/soap dispensers are really hard to squeeze for children and the elderly."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Beautiful view from my room and the staff was lovely. Only downside was there wasn’t any working ice machines and it was so hot."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Clean property"
Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Princess Place

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 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.
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.











