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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.

A bar area with a brick wall, hanging pendant lights, and bar stools.

A bar area with a rustic counter, green walls, and a framed painting of sailboats.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim. It has a storefront with a sign reading "FOOD & SPIRIT" and a plaque indicating "77° 56' 49" W". There are two potted plants in front of the entrance.

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington, 0.5 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Sarah

CA $177

CA $200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by various types of vegetation.

A modern interior with a plush velvet armchair, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

A room with a large window, a door leading to another room, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

2. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District, 0.6 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Tara

CA $274

CA $338 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

A modern breakfast bar with multiple food stations, including a hot buffet area.

A conference room with a long table, blue chairs, a large mirror, and a patterned carpet.

A multi-story hotel with a prominent 'E' on the top, a well-lit entrance, and a parking area.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Downtown Wilmington, 0.6 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Mallory

CA $184

CA $208 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

A living room with a brown sofa, patterned armchair, and a wooden staircase.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a glass table, and a large window overlooking a brick building.

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Downtown Wilmington, 0.4 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Timothy

CA $155

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 2 - Nov 3

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a colorful striped rug.

An indoor venue with rows of chairs arranged for an event, brick walls, large windows, and string lights.

A spacious banquet hall with round tables set for dining, featuring exposed brick walls and large windows.

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Downtown Wilmington, 0.5 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

JEFFREY C.

CA $179

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, large windows, and metal tables and chairs.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a large window. There are red ottomans and a blue sofa in the seating area.

A lobby with a large black and white photograph of a bridge, a blue sofa with cushions, and a bookshelf with various items.

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington, < 0.1 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Shawn

CA $173

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a painting on the wall.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a built-in oven.

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs and a small table with plants.

7. The Hive

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Kaseem

CA $296

CA $491 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

A lounge area with wicker chairs and red cushions, a central fire pit, and a view of a fire through large windows.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Downtown Wilmington, < 0.1 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Gabriel Armando

CA $179

CA $202 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

A spacious lobby with a staircase, seating areas, and artwork.

A pier extending into the sea with a sunset in the background.

A water park with multiple slides and pools.

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Lee

CA $173

CA $195 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 26 - Oct 27

A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

A U.S. Coast Guard ship docked at a pier with a clear view of the surrounding greenery and water.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.

10. Water Street Retreats

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Matthew

CA $185

CA $293 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a wall-mounted shelf with dishes.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with red chairs.

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Brooklyn Arts District, 0.6 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

CA $223

CA $448 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 20 - Oct 21

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 7.6 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Paula

CA $155

CA $175 total

includes taxes & fees

Oct 25 - Oct 26

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a marble countertop and four chairs.

A multi-story building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy area and small bushes.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.

13. Surf Suites

13.9 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Jennifer

CA $164

CA $217 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

14. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

5.8 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Margaret

CA $143

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two tables, and ottomans.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

15. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11.1 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Amy

CA $144

CA $162 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

A modern hotel with a sign reading 'STUDIOS BY MARRIOTT' and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a built-in oven.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, a seating area with chairs, and a large window.

16. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

11.3 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Victoria

CA $113

CA $128 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a glass enclosure, and overhead pendant lighting.

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire, 10.6 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Diego

CA $148

CA $168 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating, and a large window.

A modern lounge area with large windows, blue patterned chairs, and a mix of sofas and tables.

18. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire, 10.9 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Elizabeth

CA $222

CA $251 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A modern hotel lobby with a curved reception desk, seating areas, and pendant lighting.

A modern lounge area with blue seating, purple armchairs, and a central round table.

A rooftop lounge area with wicker furniture, a pool table, and a view of the building's exterior.

19. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

5.8 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Hubert

CA $126

CA $143 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and free weights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a reception area.

A hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a reception desk.

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

New Market Center, 7.5 km from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Deborah

CA $133

CA $151 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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Compare popular hotels close to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	9.6 Exceptional 963 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	9.6 Exceptional 408 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,129 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	9.0 Wonderful 649 reviews	View

Top Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Great location with beautiful view! Staff were outstanding and quick to assist and do whatever possible to make stay comfortable! I highly recommend this hotel!"

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

10/10 Excellent

"Loved everything about our stay"

ARRIVE Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute hotel with a fantastic restaurant and courtyard."

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and organized well. Bed was comfortable. Parking was convenient and affordable as we just used the parking garage across the street. Bathroom was kinda open lift style so unless you are very comfortable listening to your guest use the bathroom, the room is best for single guests. Cafe and restaurants on the premise. Centrally located. Would book again if I was alone on a business trip."

Chic Downtown Studio: A Hideaway Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"This little loft was exactly what we needed! It was super clean and in such a great location. The host thought of so many little details that made the stay so much easier. Would definitely stay again!"

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfy bed and wonderful little amenities! Had a cute snack basket, along with bathroom extras (hair ties, cotton swabs and q-tips) that were a great touch! It’s close enough to downtown that everything is easily walkable but not so close it’s too loud. Host was very easy to communicate with and so helpful when needed!"

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, secure, cozy"

The Hive

8/10 Good

"Parking wasn’t free, I had to pay 30.00 a day to park! I parked on the gravel it was tough getting my luggage through the gravels. No elevators."

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

8/10 Good

"Great location and quiet neighborhood. Unit was perfect size and well furnished. Host communicated well."

Other attractions near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

A large white building with columns and arched windows.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Cotton Exchange

8.8/10 (142 reviews)

During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.

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A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.

Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)

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.

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A historic train station with a large steam locomotive, a brick building labeled "Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road," and a covered waiting area.

Wilmington Railroad Museum

9.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Eagle's Dare

After visiting The Eagle's Dare, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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City Stage Theatre

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at City Stage Theatre, a storied theater in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Burgwin-Wright House

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Find out about the history of Wilmington with a stop at Burgwin-Wright House. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews

Take the family on an outing to Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is located in a historic area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 460 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Adjacent to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.

How many hotels will I find close to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Expedia has 460 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel room reservations are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the best deals near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science.

What can I see and do near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Study the collections at Battleship North Carolina, Wilmington Railroad Museum, or Bellamy Mansion Museum. Explore landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Legion Stadium, and City Stage Theatre. You can catch a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Live Oak Bank Pavilion, and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for Cape Fear Museum of History and Science hotels

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

2. Dreamers BNB

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

6. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

7. The Hive

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Water Street Retreats

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

13. Surf Suites

14. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

15. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

16. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

18. Element by Marriott Wilmington

19. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

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

Compare popular hotels close to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Top Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Hotel Reviews

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

ARRIVE Wilmington

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Chic Downtown Studio: A Hideaway Oasis

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

The Hive

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

Other attractions near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

The Cotton Exchange

Riverwalk

Wilmington Railroad Museum

The Eagle's Dare

City Stage Theatre

Burgwin-Wright House

Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews

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