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Property	Property class	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 899 reviews	View
Front Street Inn	3.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 139 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	3.5 star property	9.4 Exceptional 362 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,045 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,013 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.

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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.

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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 Beach Museum of History.

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The Bottom

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

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The sun is setting and sky is almost clear of clouds at this Private dock in the Banks Channel near River To The Sea Bikeway bridge in Wrightsville Beach, North Carolina

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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Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"The staff was very nice and helpful. Beautiful rooms and great pool ."

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

6/10 Okay

"The location and the parking lot for guests was excellent. Our bed and pillows were great and I slept very well. The hotel was built in 1984 and it’s in need of major renovation and maintenance. There are no USB charging areas in the room and nowhere to charge our plug in hybrid. The decor is late 80’s, early 90’s. I didn’t think that it was worth the price for the lack of amenities in our room."

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

4/10 Poor

"My husband & I booked 2 King Corner Rooms w/ balconies & river views for our courthouse wedding day. My parents had traveled from out of town, & I specifically chose this hotel because of its location & the riverfront views. We wanted something special to celebrate the occasion. Earlier in the day, we finished our ceremony ahead of schedule & called to ask about an early check-in. The front desk told us our rooms were not ready but offered a room with a historic view instead. I specifically asked whether, if we waited until regular check-in time, we would still receive the 2 King Corner Rooms w/ balconies & river views that we had reserved. I was told yes, so we decided to wait. When we arrived around 4:30 PM, only one room matched our reservation. The 2nd room was a historic-view room. While staff noted that there was a view of the battleship from one side of the room, the balcony overlooked rooftops, HVAC equipment, & a parking area rather than the river. Since the river-view balcony was the primary reason I selected & paid for these rooms, this was extremely disappointing. The hotel did refund $90 for the difference in room category, which I appreciated. However, the refund did not change the fact that we did not receive the rooms we had reserved. I also found the overall value underwhelming. At roughly $350 per room, amenities were minimal. The coffee bar was an additional charge, each room included only one complimentary bottle of water & bedding/ pillows felt cheap."

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 our traveler data, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay in Riverfront District. This hotel is steps from Riverwalk, and offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options for your stay in the area include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.

How many hotels can I expect to find in the Riverfront District area?

Expedia has 250 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.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Riverfront District?

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What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighborhood?

Explore Riverfront District's landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Latimer House, and City Stage Theatre 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, The Eagle's Dare, and Wilmington Railroad Museum are just a few of the places to visit in and around Riverfront District. While you're out sightseeing, Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Burgwin-Wright House are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.

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Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

ARRIVE Wilmington

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Dreamers BNB

Water Street Retreats

Front Street Inn

The Hive

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Best Western Plus Westgate Inn & Suites

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Steps to Ocean! Family-friendly Carolina Beach Gem

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Beau Rivage Golf & Resort

Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott® Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach

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Where to stay in Riverfront District

Downtown Wilmington

Wilmington Historic District

Landfall

The Bottom

Wrightsville Sound

Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Tru by Hilton Wilmington

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