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1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,117 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mallory
The price is Rp2.487.872
Rp2.811.296 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

2. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Timothy
The price is Rp2.264.323
Rp2.558.685 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

3. ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (952 reviews)
"Always a great time, staff, location and gazebo bar are always fantastic."
United States
Christopher
The price is Rp2.677.050
Rp3.025.245 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
ARRIVE Wilmington

4. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,698 reviews)
"Such a beautiful hotel in an amazing location!"
United States
Jessica
The price is Rp2.460.904
Rp2.780.821 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (641 reviews)
"Convenient and super friendly staff"
United States
Sally
The price is Rp2.852.823
Rp3.223.689 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great customer service and rooms just like the pictures!"
United States
Gabriel Armando
The price is Rp2.412.022
Rp2.725.585 total
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

7. Dreamers BNB

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (401 reviews)
"Wonderful location and opportunity to stay in an historic home in Wilmington. Great breakfast and friendly, easy going host."
United States
Amy
The price is Rp3.629.537
Rp4.470.500 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Dreamers BNB

8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (969 reviews)
"Not the cleanest hotel but the staff was polite and friendly."
United States
Shawn
The price is Rp2.326.892
Rp2.629.388 total
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

9. Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is Rp3.052.600
Rp4.514.972 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Water Street Retreats

10. The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (21 reviews)
"I enjoy the eclectic decor, abundance of natural light, and overall layout of the room."
United States
Jennifer
The price is Rp3.917.238
Rp6.392.998 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
The Hive

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
The price is Rp2.805.764
Rp5.625.379 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7.1 km from Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,005 reviews)
"I highly recommend this hotel, we loved the breakfast and everything!"
United States
SANDRA
The price is Rp1.645.279
Rp1.859.166 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

13. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (560 reviews)
"Nice hotel convenient location clean rooms will stay again"
United States
Alexandra
The price is Rp1.732.826
Rp1.958.094 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

14. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
11.1 km from Riverfront District
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (13 reviews)
"Perfect area, very clean"
United States
Victoria
The price is Rp1.580.462
Rp1.785.921 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

15. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
11.3 km from Riverfront District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (747 reviews)
"Great Stay"
United States
James
The price is Rp2.024.057
Rp2.287.184 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

16. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7.1 km from Riverfront District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,567 reviews)
"Friendly Staff ,clean rooms, convenient location"
United States
Christy
The price is Rp1.441.417
Rp1.628.802 total
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Comfort Inn University

17. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
8.1 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Very pleasant stay."
United States
Eduardo
The price is Rp1.501.825
Rp1.697.062 total
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

18. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6.5 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is Rp1.729.553
Rp1.954.395 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

19. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (567 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff"
United States
Elizabeth
The price is Rp2.326.298
Rp2.628.716 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7.6 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Nice and clean place to stay. Lots of restaurants with in a few miles."
United States
John
The price is Rp1.769.887
Rp1.999.973 total
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station
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Compare popular hotels in Riverfront District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.
Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
401 reviews
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A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.
The Hive
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
21 reviews
View
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
8.8
Excellent
969 reviews
View
A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
8.6
Excellent
1,000 reviews
View

Where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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.

Wrightsville Sound

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Riverfront District like?
Travellers to the Riverfront District neighbourhood in Wilmington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College as part of your Riverfront District travel plans.
What's a favourite hotel to stay in Riverfront District?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Riverfront District. This hotel is steps from Riverwalk, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Riverfront District area?
Expedia has 247 hotels and other accommodation options in Riverfront District to choose from, making this an ideal home base for exploring the greater Wilmington area.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Riverfront District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, the majority of hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Riverfront District.
What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Wilmington Railroad Museum and Children's Museum of Wilmington are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Riverfront District. Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. The Cotton Exchange, The Eagle's Dare and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are just a few of the places to visit in and around Riverfront District. While you're out sightseeing, City Stage Theatre and Burgwin-Wright House are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.