Echo Farms Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Echo Farms
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Echo Farms
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"The location and view is amazing. The rooms need a deep clean; we had a toddler and her little feet were black from the floor. The floor boards, edges, sofa need a really good scrub! The bed is very uncomfortable with flat pillows. We came for the view and beach and they were exceptional."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"The entire third floor smelled like cigarettes and weed"
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The only good things I can say about this hotel is the bed was comfortable and good water pressure in the tub. Otherwise, the parking lot is shared with a bar that has live bands at night. Drove around the very cramped lot for 20 minutes to get a spot. Once in the room at night, you can hear the ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
The Sand Dunes
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Lauren checked us in and was amazing, friendly, professional, and extremely helpful. Erica and India also stayed in touch with me by text throughout my stay, which I appreciated. However, my request for room service, including fresh towels and washcloths, was not fulfilled. There was also a coffee ..."
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2026
Where to stay in Echo Farms
Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 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, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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.
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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.
