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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

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

1. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,119 reviews)
"Great stay!"
United States
Mallory
The price is ₩191,610
₩216,519 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
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

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (956 reviews)
"Always a great time, staff, location and gazebo bar are always fantastic."
United States
Christopher
The price is ₩196,990
₩222,599 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
ARRIVE Wilmington
An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

3. 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, (1,708 reviews)
"NIce place, would stay there again for sure."
United States
Lee
The price is ₩199,408
₩225,331 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

4. 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, (1,004 reviews)
"Great customer service and rooms just like the pictures!"
United States
Gabriel Armando
The price is ₩189,382
₩214,002 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (645 reviews)
"Nice, modern hotel in prime location. I liked the layout of the room. I would stay here again."
United States
JEFFREY C.
The price is ₩218,251
₩246,623 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 11 - Oct 12
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

6. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Location was perfect"
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩170,906
₩193,124 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (971 reviews)
"Not the cleanest hotel but the staff was polite and friendly."
United States
Shawn
The price is ₩165,988
₩187,567 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
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

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (402 reviews)
"We had a wonderful stay"
United States
Meredith
The price is ₩272,389
₩335,507 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Dreamers BNB
A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

9. The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (22 reviews)
"I enjoy the eclectic decor, abundance of natural light, and overall layout of the room."
United States
Jennifer
The price is ₩298,694
₩487,475 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 7 - Oct 8
The Hive
A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

10. Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.0 out of 10, Very good, (250 reviews)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is ₩233,535
₩345,412 total
includes taxes & fees
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Water Street Retreats
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
The price is ₩213,943
₩428,942 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!
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

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
2.5 star property
5 km from Riverfront District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,007 reviews)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
maurice
The price is ₩151,614
₩171,327 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
A modern living room with a sectional sofa, a coffee table, and a framed artwork on the wall.

13. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
3.0 star property
New Market Center, 6.5 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,006 reviews)
"Great stay"
United States
Kathy
The price is ₩130,489
₩147,453 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
A spacious living room with a large window overlooking the sea, a balcony, and several pieces of furniture including sofas and a coffee table.

14. 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, (1,007 reviews)
"Great place"
United States
Ferdinand
The price is ₩279,861
₩362,298 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 30 - Oct 31
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
An indoor swimming pool with clear glass walls, a poolside seating area with chairs and tables, and a ceiling with blue accents.

15. DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
3.0 star property
6.2 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (579 reviews)
"Perfect stay"
United States
nicholas
The price is ₩125,883
₩142,247 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
A hotel room with a large balcony, two armchairs, a small table, and a lamp.

16. Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Riverfront District
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,781 reviews)
"Great location."
United States
JOHN
The price is ₩201,756
₩264,204 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 26 - Oct 27
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
An outdoor patio with seating, palm trees, and a brick building with a pool area in the background.

17. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
2.5 star property
5.1 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,004 reviews)
"Clean room, quiet area. On 1st floor and the noise was minimal. Breakfast was great and staff were super friendly. Will stay again!"
United States
Sara
The price is ₩143,707
₩162,389 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26
Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park
A breakfast area with a counter, stools, and a variety of food items.

18. Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington

Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
2.5 star property
6.8 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (508 reviews)
"breakfast was great, property is located in a excellent spot"
United States
Peter
The price is ₩132,130
₩146,335 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 12 - Oct 13
Tru By Hilton Leland Wilmington
Breakfast area

19. Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 7.1 km from Riverfront District
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (1,585 reviews)
"Very clean and the staff was great. Great hotel for family"
United States
Craig
The price is ₩113,072
₩127,772 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Comfort Inn University
A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

20. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
3.0 star property
7.3 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (717 reviews)
"Excelente"
United States
Sandra
The price is ₩132,567
₩149,801 total
includes taxes & fees
Oct 18 - Oct 19
Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown
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Compare popular hotels in Riverfront District

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet friendly
WiFi included
A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.
Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
402 reviews
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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.
ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
956 reviews
View
A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
9.2
Wonderful
1,119 reviews
View
An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
645 reviews
View
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,004 reviews
View

Where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
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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.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

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 Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

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.

Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

10/10 Excellent
"Great place to stay. Clean and beachfront. Close to boardwalk."
Niki 2-night trip
Posted 1 hour ago
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

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 247 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?
Wilmington Railroad Museum, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, and Children's Museum of Wilmington are fun stops for the whole family while you're in Riverfront District. 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 Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts 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 City Stage Theatre are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.