Sunset Park Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Sunset Park
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Gilded and Grit - History & Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Sunset Park
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Cleaning was very poor. The double rooms need more attention. The first room we were in had a sagging sofa, no water pressure, and hair in the bed. We were moved to another room in which someone had thrown up in one of the beds (on the mattress & pillows) and the bed was made up over the throw up. ..."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Comfort Inn University
The Sand Dunes
"Love the balcony with ocean view. Room was very clean. Property was full of guests but it was very quiet and relaxing."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"Rooms were clean and staff was friendly."
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
"The staff was very friendly and accommodating. The breakfast buffet was better than Hampton Inn, Myrtle Beach, comfortable pillows. And on a rainy day, they offered menu items for purchase so you didn’t have to go out in the torrential downpour. The tiki bar was very nice."
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026
Where to stay in Sunset Park
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.
