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 Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion 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 335 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.

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Our top choices for Wilmington Historic District hotels

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

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Wilmington Historic District

Mallory

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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.

2. ARRIVE Wilmington

Wilmington Historic District

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

3. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Wilmington Historic District

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

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

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Wilmington Historic District

Shawn

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

5. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Wilmington Historic District

Jessica

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Wilmington Historic District

Gabriel Armando

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

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

7. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Wilmington Historic District

Sally

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

8. Dreamers BNB

Wilmington Historic District

Amy

includes taxes & fees

28 Sept - 29 Sept

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

9. Water Street Retreats

Wilmington Historic District

David

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

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

10. The Hive

Wilmington Historic District

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Wilmington Historic District

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A Holiday Inn Express & Suites building with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with illuminated signage and a covered walkway.

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

4.6 km from Wilmington Historic District

maurice

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

13. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

4.7 km from Wilmington Historic District

Jeff

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A modern hotel lobby with wooden tables and chairs, large windows with white curtains, and multiple pendant lights.

14. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

5.6 km from Wilmington Historic District

Vicki

includes taxes & fees

19 Oct - 20 Oct

A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

15. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

New Market Center, 6.3 km from Wilmington Historic District

Kathy

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

16. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

4.2 km from Wilmington Historic District

Banessa

includes taxes & fees

4 Oct - 5 Oct

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

17. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

5.8 km from Wilmington Historic District

Cedric

includes taxes & fees

29 Sept - 30 Sept

A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

18. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

6.9 km from Wilmington Historic District

Peter

includes taxes & fees

1 Oct - 2 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

19. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

6 km from Wilmington Historic District

Wayne

includes taxes & fees

5 Oct - 6 Oct

A modern bar area with a central island, bar stools, and a stone accent wall.

20. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

7 km from Wilmington Historic District

SANDRA

includes taxes & fees

27 Sept - 28 Sept

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Compare popular hotels in Wilmington Historic District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 952 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 401 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,115 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,004 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 641 reviews	View

Where to stay in Wilmington Historic District

Find the best Wilmington Historic District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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.

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A boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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