The Best Hotels Closest to University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington - 2026 Updated Prices

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A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A pier extending into the water at sunset with a cloudy sky.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 2.7 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Paula

฿3,675

฿4,153 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

2. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

2.9 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Margaret

฿3,395

฿3,837 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern indoor seating area with hanging chairs and red cushioned chairs, a patterned carpet, and a view through large windows.

A modern lounge area with blue seating, purple armchairs, and a central round table.

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas, and pendant lighting.

3. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

2.8 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Hubert

฿3,000

฿3,390 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and free weights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a reception area.

4. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

New Market Center, 2.6 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Deborah

฿3,172

฿3,584 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

A hotel lobby with round tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a counter with various amenities.

A swimming pool with a 3 FT depth marker, a changing room with chairs, and a fitness area with exercise equipment.

A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and a view of a forest through the window.

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Whitney

฿2,825

฿3,192 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

A pier extending into the sea with waves crashing against it.

A modern dining area with multiple tables and chairs, a reception desk, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a door leading to another room.

6. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

New Market Center, 2.7 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Kathy

฿3,059

฿3,456 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a nightstand, and a large window with curtains.

A bar area with a marble countertop, bar stools, and a variety of bottles and glasses.

A hotel reception area with a marble reception desk, wooden panel wall art, two framed abstract paintings, and a seating area with two chairs and a small table.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

2.7 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

nicholas

฿3,338

฿3,772 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

A modern lounge area with a round ceiling light, seating arrangements, and artwork on the walls.

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a round coffee table, and patterned armchairs.

8. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.8 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Caireen

฿3,110

฿3,514 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern hotel lobby with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with white curtains, and multiple pendant lights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a refrigerator with snacks, and a microwave.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

A fitness center with treadmills, elliptical machines, and weight equipment.

9. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

3 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Sara

฿2,796

฿3,160 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A building with a brick facade, a stone entrance, and a decorative metal archway.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, seating areas, and a patterned carpet.

A spacious kitchen with a large island, bar stools, and a stone backsplash.

A hotel lobby with a fireplace, a reception desk, a sofa, and a large potted plant.

10. Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

2.2 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Joseph

฿3,128

฿3,534 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with seating, a grill, and a pergola.

A modern dining area with round tables and chairs, a patterned wall, and pendant lighting.

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a TV mounted on the wall, and a door leading to another room.

A modern living room with a sofa, armchair, and a round mirror on the wall.

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

William

฿3,293

฿3,721 total

includes taxes & fees

21 Oct - 22 Oct

A modern hotel entrance with a covered driveway, stone pillars, and potted plants.

A hotel lobby with two armchairs, a reception desk, and a mirror reflecting the interior.

A modern restaurant with a dining area featuring booths and a counter with various food items.

12. Comfort Inn University

New Market Center, 2 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Craig

฿2,810

฿3,176 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A spacious lobby with a wooden floor, a staircase, a reception desk, and a large green wall mural.

A living room with a brown sofa, a small round table, a green armchair, a large potted plant, and a patterned rug.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a wooden table, and chairs.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a dining area with chairs, and a large fish tank.

13. Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.7 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Joshua

฿2,468

฿2,789 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a curved counter, wooden accents, and hanging pendant lights.

A modern hotel room with a kitchenette, a gray sofa with yellow accents, a gray ottoman, and a large window with curtains.

A modern bar area with a central island, blue bar stools, and a reception desk.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, red bar stools, and a digital screen displaying a scenic view.

14. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 2.2 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Sundarrajan

฿4,532

฿5,121 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Oct - 16 Oct

A modern dining area with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, a white counter with stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a wooden table with chairs, and a pergola with a hanging light.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a 'welcome' sign, a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a potted plant.

15. MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

2.7 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Shelley

฿2,689

฿3,038 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A hotel with a covered entrance, multiple windows, and a landscaped area with benches and plants.

A gym with a variety of exercise equipment, including a bench press, a cable machine, and an elliptical.

A reception desk with a wooden finish, a blue wall, and a caution sign for wearing a face mask.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk with a chair, a microwave, a refrigerator, a TV, and a wardrobe.

16. Quality Inn Wilmington

3 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

John

฿2,814

฿3,180 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A coffee station with two coffee machines, a coffee press, and various coffee-related items on a counter.

A gym with exercise equipment, a mirror, and a clock on the wall.

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a television, and a window with a view of trees.

A hotel room with a blue sofa, a desk with a lamp, a television, a kitchenette, and a minibar.

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

New Market Center, 2.1 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

George

฿2,786

฿3,148 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern living room with a fireplace, a clock, and a large window.

A large, multi-story building with a prominent sign reading "Country Inn & Suites by Radisson."

A hotel room with a large mirror, a bed, a desk, and a window.

A modern restaurant with a bar area, dining tables, and a kitchen in the background.

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Wilmington, NC

3.2 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Gary

฿2,524

฿2,852 total

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a red door, an air conditioning unit, a lamp, and a telephone.

A pool area with lounge chairs and umbrellas, a building with multiple balconies, and a clear sky.

A hotel reception desk with a 'Free Wi-Fi All Rooms' sign, a payment terminal, and a phone.

A gas station with a covered fuel pump area, multiple planters with flowers, and a clear sky.

19. Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC

2.8 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Steven

฿3,356

฿3,793 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Nov - 14 Nov

A home office with a desk, chair, and a framed picture on the wall.

A reception area with a wooden reception desk, a potted plant, a framed painting, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

A compact kitchenette with a microwave, stove, and refrigerator. There is a small dining table with chairs and a sign indicating the room is reserved for non-smoking guests.

A living room with a brown leather sofa, a patterned armchair, a wooden coffee table, and a TV mounted on the wall.

20. Suburban Studios of Wilmington

2.6 km from University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Joyce

฿2,687

฿3,037 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach	9.6 Exceptional 368 reviews	View
Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton	9.4 Exceptional 419 reviews	View
Tru by Hilton Wilmington	9.2 Wonderful 734 reviews	View
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station	9.2 Wonderful 1,000 reviews	View
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach	9.0 Wonderful 1,007 reviews	View

Top University of North Carolina at Wilmington Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

8/10 Good

"The “restaurant” was really not it but a menu with food to be heated n the micro. Breakfast the same. Beds and covers were good!"

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Nice place to stay"

Comfort Inn University

8/10 Good

"The woman at the front desk was awesome. You can tell she really cares about the guest experience. The room was lovely. The breakfast was as expected if not a little better than some that are similar. The elevator is a bit sketchy. It works fine, but needs and update and it makes some strange sounds. All said, for the price, I'd stay again."

Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington

8/10 Good

"It was noisy with sirens a good bit of the night. Some of the patrons were very sketchy."

Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"I don't usually do these but the hotel and staff were awesome, travelled with a dog, Breakfast was great"

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

8/10 Good

"Room was very clean and looks like it was recently redone. Bed was comfy and room was well equipped. Elevator (floors) needed to be cleaned as did the fitness room, only one of the coffee machines was working in the morning when it was very busy. Overall had a good stay, would stay there again."

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Great location can walk to a few stores and it’s not far from the river walk downtown.. rooms where nice and clean good size too"

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

10/10 Excellent

"Check in was smooth and seamless, staff are friendly and are very welcoming to animals which is a huge plus. Very clean rooms for allowing pets so cleaning staff are really on their game. Convenient location between downtown and the beach too. We can’t wait to stay again!"

Other attractions near University of North Carolina at Wilmington

A wooden bridge over a calm pond surrounded by trees.

Long Leaf Park

8.6/10 (109 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Long Leaf Park, a lovely green space in Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event.

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A garden with a gazebo, lush greenery, and flowering plants.

New Hanover County Arboretum

Take the family on an outing to New Hanover County Arboretum during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Airlie Gardens

8.8/10 (236 reviews)

After visiting Airlie Gardens, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area.

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UNCW Soccer Stadium

Catch an event at UNCW Soccer Stadium during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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Trask Coliseum

Catch an event at Trask Coliseum during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the area's riverfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

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42nd Street Tavern

After visiting 42nd Street Tavern, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington.

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Independence Mall

You can do some window-shopping at Independence Mall during your stay in Wilmington.

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Regal Mayfaire

You can take time to visit Regal Mayfaire during your travels to Wilmington.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around University of North Carolina at Wilmington?

University of North Carolina at Wilmington is located in a welcoming area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 31 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near University of North Carolina at Wilmington?

Comfort Inn University is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers free breakfast and free parking. It's located 1.2 mi (2 km) from University of North Carolina at Wilmington. Other good options within 5 miles include Sleep Inn Wilmington near University and DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC.

How many hotels will I be able to find close to University of North Carolina at Wilmington?

Expedia has 31 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near University of North Carolina at Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes! The majority of hotel room reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of your arrival date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, you may still be able to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of your booking. Put your dates in and click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available near University of North Carolina at Wilmington.

What can I see and do near University of North Carolina at Wilmington?

Study the collections at Bellamy Mansion Museum, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science or Wilmington Railroad Museum. Sights like Legion Stadium, Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Latimer House are must-sees while exploring the area. You can watch performances at Greenfield Lake Amphitheater, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and City Stage Theatre if you're interested in local theatre.

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Our top choices for University of North Carolina at Wilmington hotels

1. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

2. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

4. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

5. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

6. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

8. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

9. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

10. Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

11. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

12. Comfort Inn University

13. Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

14. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

15. MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

16. Quality Inn Wilmington

17. Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

18. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Wilmington, NC

19. Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC

20. Suburban Studios of Wilmington

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Top University of North Carolina at Wilmington Hotel Reviews

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Comfort Inn University

Baymont by Wyndham Wilmington

Staybridge Suites Wilmington E by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Spark by Hilton Wilmington

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Other attractions near University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Long Leaf Park

New Hanover County Arboretum

Airlie Gardens

UNCW Soccer Stadium

Trask Coliseum

42nd Street Tavern

Independence Mall

Regal Mayfaire

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