The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit The Bottom
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"I really like the hotel location"
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The woman at the counter was very kind and professional. The check-in portion was fine. However, the room was musty, smelly, damp and uncomfortable. The mattress was old and the pillows, bedding and furniture were old and dingy. The drapes were dirty, as was the upholstered chair. Although the bathroom ..."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"It was a great time. Property was clean and well maintained. Staff was friendly"
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"Always a pleasure to stay here."
Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"Pool was lovely, hotel was clean and very welcoming"
Reviewed on 14 Aug 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.
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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts 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 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.
