Title: Visit The Bottom: Best of The Bottom, Wilmington Travel 2026 | Expedia Tourism - Expedia.ca [Hotels in The Bottom](https://expedia.ca/The-Bottom-Hotels.d981673674492874752.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Wilmington](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Flights)[The Bottom Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-The-Bottom.d981673674492874752.Car-Rental-Guide)[The Bottom Vacations](https://expedia.ca/The-Bottom.d981673674492874752.Destination-Travel-Guides) # The Bottom ## Wilmington ## Visit The Bottom Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Wilmington travel guide](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington.dx1587) --- ### Popular places to visit ![FFHFRM The University of North Carolina at Wilmington campus, North Carolina, USA](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066247/569d1cc6-a700-40ad-a8bd-5c24f1738d73.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### University of North Carolina at Wilmington Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of North Carolina at Wilmington as part of your travels around Wilmington. Amble around the area's beautiful beaches or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.ca/University-Of-North-Carolina-At-Wilmington-Wilmington.d6066247.Vacation-Attraction) ![Aerial panorama view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river, with the North Carolina battleship with cloudy sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339294/9a14c8aa-bfa6-4bba-bebe-55fab4bfb570.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Riverwalk After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals. [](https://expedia.ca/Riverwalk.d6339294.Destination-Travel-Guides) ![Battleship North Carolina which includes heritage elements as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6066249/77d0c183-8e40-4f52-9bb0-8968bd6ef7bb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Battleship North Carolina Take a tour of the lead ship of North Carolina-class battleships and learn about U.S. Navy history in a unique and adventurous way. [](https://expedia.ca/Battleship-North-Carolina-North-Carolina.d6066249.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wilmington_WilmingtonConventionCenter_6127710_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6127710/a154c312-43d2-44cd-a31e-b079fc71e9c2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Convention Center Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Convention-Center-Wilmington.d6127710.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wilmington_MayfaireTownCenter_6247544_0006](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247544/5b43321a-e595-4eb8-bd20-ee9f71a04e8b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mayfaire Town Center You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mayfaire Town Center during your visit to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Mayfaire-Town-Center-Mayfaire.d6247544.Vacation-Attraction) ![Wilmington_JungleRapidsFamilyFunPark_6186100_0004](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6186100/af752da5-c8b7-4c1a-acf1-8134911c9f6b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park Enjoy the thrill rides with your kiddos at Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park during your visit to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and seaside in the area. [](https://expedia.ca/Jungle-Rapids-Family-Fun-Park-Wilmington.d6186100.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48018951/3691dfce-de89-4bfa-8b26-c5eaca5866fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour CA $44 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a48018951.activity-details) ![Picture 2 for Activity Wilmington History and Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47914993/02ec7c11-0062-47be-8730-6b63048946a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington History and Architecture Tour CA $35 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-history-and-architecture-tour.a47914993.activity-details) ![Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49481787/582f7c2b-de1f-4c3c-8df2-dfbf2de59681.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wilmington Coup and Massacre Historic Tour CA $28 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wilmington-coup-and-massacre-historic-tour.a49481787.activity-details) ![Wilmington Ghosts: Phantoms of Pirates and Patriots Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46090777/1df9a9be-ea72-4c4e-bd54-7ef655950f71.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour CA $44 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/wraiths-wicked-whispers-wilmington-ghost-tour.a46090777.activity-details) ![5 Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Adventure Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46032090/54206269-2aa7-4d51-bf17-1ab3c5f325ed.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 5-Hour Wilmington River to Sea E-Bike Self-Guided Adventure Tour CA $116 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/5-hour-wilmington-river-to-sea-e-bike-self-guided-adventure-tour.a46032090.activity-details) ![Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Beach, Cape Canaveral](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/688776/8f4e9306-21d9-40c0-98c0-323a727d623c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Two- Hour Group Surfing Lesson in Cocoa Wrightsville Beach, NC CA $153 per adult [](https://expedia.ca/things-to-do/two-hour-group-surfing-lesson-in-cocoa-wrightsville-beach.a688776.activity-details) [See all activities in Wilmington](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Wilmington.d1587.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## The Bottom Hotel Deals ![Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13800/13731/28fdfbf0_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 301 N Water St Wilmington NC CA $187 CA $212 total Feb 8 - Feb 9 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,446 reviews) Perfect stay Reviewed on Jan 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=08%2F02%2F2026&endDate=09%2F02%2F2026&selected=13731&PinnedHotelID=13731&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=981673674492874752) ![DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/14500/14430/w3836h2559x4y0-2a3360e9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC 5032 Market St Wilmington NC CA $110 CA $125 total Feb 15 - Feb 16 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (180 reviews) Clean room, nice hotel, great staff Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=14430&PinnedHotelID=14430&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=981673674492874752) ![Sleep Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/42800/42717/87da506d_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sleep Inn 5225 Market St Wilmington NC CA $94 CA $107 total Feb 26 - Feb 27 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 7.8/10 Good! (1,059 reviews) Pluses -- clean room, friendly front desk and cleaning person, etc Minuses -- no TV channel sheet/guide in the rooms. In this day and age, with 100 or more channels on hotel TVs, trying to use the channel guide on a TV screen is tedious, slow, and often wrong. Each hotel needs a sheet of the channels ... Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F02%2F2026&endDate=27%2F02%2F2026&selected=42717&PinnedHotelID=42717&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=981673674492874752) ![Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17800/17732/70bf1e41_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites 2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC CA $159 CA $217 total Feb 10 - Feb 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,562 reviews) Beautiful view. Great getaway Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F02%2F2026&endDate=11%2F02%2F2026&selected=17732&PinnedHotelID=17732&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=981673674492874752) ![Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/15400/15394/31df05f3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG 1706 N Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC CA $168 CA $213 total Feb 25 - Feb 26 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews) Room was spotless and beds were super comfortable. Everything about our stay was excellent. Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=15394&PinnedHotelID=15394&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=981673674492874752) ![Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19660000/19656400/19656385/18557d91_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront 9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC CA $167 CA $189 total Feb 19 - Feb 20 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Staff was exceptional! 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check The Bottom hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05)[Feb 4 - Feb 5](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=2026-02-04&endDate=2026-02-05) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06)[Feb 5 - Feb 6](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=2026-02-05&endDate=2026-02-06) [This weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 6 - Feb 8](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=06%2F02%2F2026&endDate=08%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[Feb 13 - Feb 15](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=981673674492874752&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around The Bottom ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Soda Pop District If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Soda Pop District and surrounding area, you can visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Soda-Pop-District.dx981673437974188032) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dry Pond While Dry Pond might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Cape Fear Museum and Bellamy Mansion Museum. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Dry-Pond.dx981673795071049728) ![Aerial panorama view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river, with the North Carolina battleship with cloudy sky](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6339292/0ce0a666-045a-482f-bb5b-75859cc73171.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Wilmington Historic District 5/5(4 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-Wilmington-Historic-District.dx6339292) ![Eating dinner and watching the sunset on the Boardwalk in Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Riverfront District While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-River-District.dx553248635976470514) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### South Front District South Front District might not have many top sights, but Greenfield Lake Park and Gardens and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Wilmington-South-Front-District.dx981667330564538368) ![Eating dinner and watching the sunset on the Boardwalk in Wilmington, NC](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/1587/877eb890-6577-454e-9f28-28a7594855fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. 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