The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit The Bottom
Stay near popular The Bottom attractions
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Dirty."
Reviewed on 24 Jun 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The room and all the properties were clean and nice. Didn’t try the restaurant but it looked nice. Great location and great view"
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
Comfort Inn University
"Awesome!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"Great place to stay. Will definitely stay at a spark again"
Reviewed on 24 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 The Bottom
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.
