Hotels in Riverfront District, Wilmington

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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15 reviews)
"Perfect"
United States
Paul
The price is CA $220
CA $401 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
The Hive

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, (1,455 reviews)
"Great stay."
United States
DONNA
The price is CA $156
CA $176 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (827 reviews)
"Check in was smooth, the room was perfect and I loved the location! "
United States
Kristine
ARRIVE Wilmington

Front Street Inn

Front Street Inn
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (138 reviews)
"Great location, very clean, smooth entry transactions. Would definitely return."
United States
Joyce
Front Street Inn

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (532 reviews)
"Pet Friendly, clean rooms, location is perfect. Staff very friendly and accommodating. "
United States
Brian
The price is CA $208
CA $235 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,005 reviews)
"Room was clean, great location and great staff. "
United States
Alexis
The price is CA $142
CA $160 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 9 - Mar 10
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,003 reviews)
"Great room, friendly staff, and an excellent location "
United States
Charles
The price is CA $190
CA $214 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 15 - Mar 16
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (905 reviews)
"Clean room and pleasant staff"
United States
Tracy
The price is CA $161
CA $182 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 8 - Mar 9
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Dreamers BNB

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (344 reviews)
"Staff were wonderful. Room was clean. In general, the bedroom & bathroom would benefit from a refresh. "
United States
Gillian
The price is CA $262
CA $322 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Dreamers BNB

Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (244 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is CA $201
CA $309 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 5 - Mar 6
Water Street Retreats

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, (971 reviews)
"Room was clean and staff courteous."
Canada
Paul
The price is CA $177
CA $200 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Oceaneer

Oceaneer
2.0 star property
25.6 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (69 reviews)
"It was a great place, I’m going to stay there next time "
United States
Michael
The price is CA $163
CA $184 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 24 - Mar 25
Oceaneer

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach

Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach
2.0 star property
27.3 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (261 reviews)
"Room was clean, everything we needed was provided and they even let us check out an hour late since it wasn't busy and didn't charge anything. It was a little too cold for beach activities, but honestly it's in a perfect walkable area when the season is right. The bed was SUPER comfortable and we got a fantastic night's sleep! "
United States
Elizabeth
Seabirds Motel At Kure Beach

Boardwalk Inn

Boardwalk Inn
2.0 star property
23.4 km from Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (120 reviews)
"Clean room, everything worked, simple check-in, great staff and great food/drinks just across the street!"
United States
dominic
The price is CA $136
CA $208 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 27 - Feb 28
Boardwalk Inn

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Riverfront District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,549 reviews)
"Beautiful view. Great getaway"
United States
Charles
The price is CA $152
CA $209 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
3.0 star property
15.1 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,002 reviews)
"Room was spotless and beds were super comfortable. Everything about our stay was excellent."
United States
Linda
The price is CA $176
CA $223 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 25 - Feb 26
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

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, (504 reviews)
"Very clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Lyndell
The price is CA $153
CA $173 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 1 - Mar 2
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (501 reviews)
"Great location, very nice rooms with a great view!"
United States
Nicole
The price is CA $176
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
Surf Suites

Silver Gull Motel

Silver Gull Motel
2.0 star property
14.9 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Pleasant stay"
United States
Carrie
The price is CA $176
CA $199 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 28 - Mar 1
Silver Gull Motel

0601 Seaclusion by Atlantic Towers

0601 Seaclusion by Atlantic Towers
3.0 star property
25.5 km from Riverfront District
The price is CA $331
CA $528 total
includes taxes & fees
Feb 24 - Feb 25
0601 Seaclusion by Atlantic Towers
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Compare popular hotels in Riverfront District

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
Coffee shop
ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
827 reviews
View
Exterior
Front Street Inn
3.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
138 reviews
View
Porch
Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
9.4
Exceptional
344 reviews
View
Rooftop bar
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,003 reviews
View
Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,005 reviews
View

Where to stay in Riverfront District

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

Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River.

Wilmington Historic District

Discover a national historic district featuring 875 contributing buildings, Queen Anne and Bungalow/American Craftsman style architecture, and notable landmarks like Bellamy Mansion and St. James Episcopal Church.

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

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Long Leaf Park are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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Frequently asked questions

What is Riverfront District like?
Travelers to the Riverfront District neighborhood in Wilmington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Be sure to check out Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion as part of your Riverfront District travel plans.
What's a favorite place to stay in Riverfront District?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Riverfront District. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private yards. Other favorite options in the area include Front Street Inn and Dreamers BNB.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Riverfront District area?
Expedia has 244 hotels and other accommodations 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 room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it may still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the top deals on offer in Riverfront District.
What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighborhood?
Explore Riverfront District's landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, City Stage Theatre, and Burgwin-Wright House and learn about the local history. Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are also a couple of places to visit in the neighborhood. The Cotton Exchange, Wilmington Railroad Museum, 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, Bellamy Mansion Museum and Battleship North Carolina are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.

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