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Our top choices for Wilmington Historic District hotels

A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

2. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
4.0 star property
Wilmington Historic District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,699 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
A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

3. Dreamers BNB

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

4. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Wilmington Historic District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,118 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
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

5. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

6. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

7. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
3.0 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

8. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

9. Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Wilmington Historic District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is Rp3.067.899
Rp4.537.600 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Sept - 24 Sept
Water Street Retreats
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

10. The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Wilmington Historic 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
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!
3.5 star property
Wilmington Historic District
The price is Rp2.805.764
Rp5.625.379 total
includes taxes & fees
4 Oct - 5 Oct
Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

12. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
2.5 star property
6.9 km from Wilmington Historic District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (506 reviews)
"breakfast was great, property is located in a excellent spot"
United States
Peter
The price is Rp1.732.826
Rp1.919.103 total
includes taxes & fees
5 Oct - 6 Oct
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

13. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
2.5 star property
7 km from Wilmington Historic District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 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
A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
4.6 km from Wilmington Historic District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
maurice
The price is Rp1.991.725
Rp2.250.649 total
includes taxes & fees
27 Sept - 28 Sept
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

15. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7 km from Wilmington Historic 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
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

16. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6 km from Wilmington Historic 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
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

17. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6.3 km from Wilmington Historic District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 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
An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

18. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
4.7 km from Wilmington Historic District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"We had a clean room. Comfortable bed. Nice breakfast. Helpful staff. What more could you II want. Would stay here again."
United States
Jeff
The price is Rp1.887.856
Rp2.133.277 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

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

Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
3.0 star property
7.9 km from Wilmington Historic District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,007 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
A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'STUDIORES BY MARRIOTT' sign, featuring a modern architectural design with large windows and a parking lot in front.

20. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington
3.0 star property
11 km from Wilmington Historic 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
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Compare popular hotels in Wilmington Historic 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
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Where to stay in Wilmington Historic District

Find the best Wilmington Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Open Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com

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 boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.
Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com
Open Photo by Photo courtesy of VisitNC.com

Riverfront District

If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College 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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.

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

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.

Top Wilmington Historic District Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent
"Great location-friendly staff-excellent breakfast"
Heather 2-night trip
Posted less than an hour ago
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Frequently asked questions

What is Wilmington Historic District like?
Wilmington Historic District is an historic neighbourhood known for its stunning river views and array of dining options. Are you looking for Wilmington Historic District travel tips? Make sure that you visit Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best place to stay in Wilmington Historic District?
Based on our traveller data, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Wilmington Historic District. This hotel is steps from Riverwalk, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.
How many hotels should I expect to find in Wilmington Historic District?
Expedia has 333 hotels and other accommodation options in Wilmington Historic 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 Wilmington Historic District, will I receive a refund?
Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are fully refundable if cancelled before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and get a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Wilmington Historic District.
What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?
You might want to spend some time browsing the exhibits at Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Bellamy Mansion Museum or Wilmington Railroad Museum during your stay in Wilmington Historic District. Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Burgwin-Wright House and City Stage Theatre are just a few of the places to visit in and around Wilmington Historic District. When you're sightseeing in Wilmington, The Cotton Exchange and Latimer House are also worth a stop.