Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide

Wilmington

A wooden pier extending into calm water with a covered seating area and a bridge in the background.

Stay near popular Wrightsville Sound attractions

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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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

฿3,971
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

฿659
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

฿794
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

฿659
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Sailing Charters in Wilmington

Sailing Charters in Wilmington

฿2,961
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Sailing Charters in Wilmington
Picture 5 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

Wilmington History and Architecture Tour

฿827
per adult
Wilmington History and Architecture Tour
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Top hotels in Wrightsville Sound

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 out of 5
1989 Eastwood Rd Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,083 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,083
฿4,614 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Great stay, perfect location for my work conference at Wrightsville beach. I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is ฿5,271 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿5,271
฿6,842 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,731 reviews)
"Rooms were clean and adequate in size for 2. Rooms were dated and needed upgrading. Plumbing and shower facilities needed attention. Outside hot tub did not work at all and the front desk told us they hadnt worked for over 2 years but it is still advertised on the website. Kitchen cleaning facilities ..."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is ฿2,724 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿2,724
฿3,078 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,527 reviews)
"Dirty"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Comfort Inn University
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,244 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿3,244
฿3,666 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"This property is centrally located between downtown and the beach. The staff were very helpful and friendly. Beds were oh so comfortable and breakfast top notch and offered quite a variety for a hotel. We will certainly try and stay here again."

Reviewed on 28 Aug 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿3,235 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
฿3,235
฿3,655 total
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is ฿4,286 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿4,286
฿4,843 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in Wrightsville Sound

Find the best Wrightsville Sound areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A river with a bridge in the background, a dock with boats, and a cityscape on the left.
Photo by Jackie Rodriguez
Open Photo by Jackie Rodriguez

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.

A historic white building with columns, a fountain, and lush green trees.

Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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.

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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide