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Wilmington

Stay near popular The Bottom attractions

Cape Fear Museum

8.2/10 (61 reviews)
You can browse the exhibits at Cape Fear Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

Rp2.143.080
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

Rp892.950
per adult
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

Rp428.616
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour

Rp355.394
per adult
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour

Rp355.394
per adult
Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour
Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Sunset Cruise with Live Music

Rp803.655
per adult
Sunset Cruise with Live Music
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Top hotels in The Bottom

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 Rp5.909.827 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp5.909.827
Rp7.158.614 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,624 reviews)
"Room VIEWS and balcony were great. I’d stay again. Nice to have a Pool bar, restaurant and your own kitchen. Bring beach towels. (Sundry was limited to kid sized and they are stingy with “pool” towels. Renting beach chairs was convenient but needs to stay open past 4:30. 714 Decor was eclectic (beachfront ..."

Reviewed on 4 Jul 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
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 Rp3.035.747 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp3.035.747
Rp3.430.394 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,602 reviews)
"They Lost my car keys. Late to my reservation. Charged for things did not had. And no apologies given"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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 Rp2.389.079 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp2.389.079
Rp2.699.659 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
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. ...
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.621.161 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
Rp1.621.161
Rp1.832.046 total
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,144 reviews)
"La baerd exellente servicio y el personal super atentos"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp2.143.345 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.143.345
Rp2.421.981 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (419 reviews)
"Great place"

Reviewed on 5 Jul 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC

Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC

2 out of 5
5107 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is Rp1.796.120 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
Rp1.796.120
Rp2.029.616 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
6.6/10 (1,004 reviews)
"I didn't like that they allow pets because of allergies."

Reviewed on 1 Jul 2026

Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC
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Where to stay in The Bottom

Find the best The Bottom 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 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.

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 Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.

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 Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, 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.

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 New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.

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