Shipyard Plaza Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Shipyard Plaza
Things to do
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Top hotels in Shipyard Plaza
Comfort Inn University
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Paint was peeling off the walls."
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Breakfast was terrible. No plates for waffles, Coffee bitter, Front desk not interested in helping! they suggested I forget about waffles, That left nothing but juice or donuts. Drove to Waffle House for decent breakfast. Returned and checked out after one night of a planned 5 night stay. Will never ..."
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
The Sand Dunes
"The room smelled moldy and the mattress needs to be replaced. It is wore out and it needs a new microwave and the flooring is bubbling up in the middle of the room and the tub faucet is loose in the tub. The room was clean. Linens were clean"
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"Wonderful hotel and everyone was helpful and friendly!"
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
Where to stay in Shipyard Plaza
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.
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, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion 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 Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Bellamy Mansion Museum.
