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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1007)
"Great Stay"
United States
Carolyn
The price is ₩121,145
₩136,894 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

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, (1421)
"Friendly staff, clean, and quiet. "
United States
Amy
The price is ₩154,787
₩174,910 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

ARRIVE Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (811)
"Super cute boutique hotel!"
United States
Jamie
The price is ₩207,304
₩258,486 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
ARRIVE Wilmington

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Love the accommodations "
United States
Darryl
The price is ₩174,678
₩197,387 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 8 - Jan 9, 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (520)
"Pet Friendly, clean rooms, location is perfect. Staff very friendly and accommodating. "
United States
Brian
The price is ₩168,702
₩190,633 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Aloft Wilmington at Coastline Center

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
2.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (889)
"Room was spotless, and staff was very courteous."
United States
SHIRLEY
The price is ₩158,734
₩179,369 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

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, (957)
"Was a very nice hotel and shopping location "
United States
Kim
The price is ₩147,706
₩166,908 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Water Street Retreats

Water Street Retreats
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, (243)
"Excellent location and very nice apartment."
United States
David
The price is ₩211,626
₩325,515 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 22 - Jan 23, 2026
Water Street Retreats

The Hive

The Hive
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (15)
"Perfect"
United States
Paul
The price is ₩241,451
₩431,163 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
The Hive

Dreamers BNB

Dreamers BNB
3.5 star property
Riverfront District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (343)
"Very cozy and friendly stacf"
United States
Sylvia
The price is ₩266,301
₩328,003 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 15 - Jan 16, 2026
Dreamers BNB

Front Street Inn

Front Street Inn
3.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (137)
"Great location, very clean, smooth entry transactions. Would definitely return."
United States
Joyce
Front Street Inn

Graystone Inn

Graystone Inn
4.0 star property
Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (182)
"Excellent place to stay, we’ll definitely be back!"
United States
Christopher
Graystone Inn

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront
3.5 star property
23.5 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1001)
"Great ocean view and excellent breakfast buffet! "
United States
Monica
The price is ₩162,955
₩184,139 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 3 - Jan 4, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Element Wilmington

Element Wilmington
3.0 star property
Mayfaire, 11 km from Riverfront District
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (47)
"Room spotless staff great!!"
United States
leonard
The price is ₩182,329
₩206,031 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Element Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington
2.5 star property
New Market Center, 6.5 km from Riverfront District
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (1002)
"Just a great experience. Clean rooms, friendly staff. The breakfast buffet was good."
United States
Timothy
The price is ₩124,816
₩141,041 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 18 - Jan 19, 2026
Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
3.5 star property
15.7 km from Riverfront District
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, (1571)
" Room was very clean, amazing view, helpful staff and location is peaceful. "
United States
Namita
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

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
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1000)
"Clean room, nice amenities and great location "
United States
Shannon
The price is ₩162,678
₩208,228 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 25 - Jan 26, 2026
Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy
4.0 star property
14.4 km from Riverfront District
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (246)
"Excellent stay and place to see the flotilla and Alex was great and all the staff "
United States
Michelle
The price is ₩185,858
₩271,410 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Trailborn Surf and Sound, Outdoor Collection by Marriott Bonvoy

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG
2.5 star property
15.9 km from Riverfront District
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (494)
"Very clean rooms and friendly staff "
United States
Lyndell
The price is ₩127,242
₩143,782 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

Surf Suites

Surf Suites
2.5 star property
14.1 km from Riverfront District
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (479)
"Clean rooms, friendly staff, amazing ocean views! Best bargain on Wrightsville Beach!"
United States
Anthony
The price is ₩170,132
₩192,249 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 11 - Jan 12, 2026
Surf Suites
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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.

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.

Pineywoods

Pineywoods might not have many top sights, but Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Seagate South

While Seagate South isn't home to many top sights, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Screen Gems Studios are some notable places to visit nearby.

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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 Expedia customer reviews, ARRIVE Wilmington is the highest ranked property in Riverfront District. This hotel is a short 4-minute walk from Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and private yards. Other favorite options in the area include Front Street Inn and Dreamers BNB.
How many hotels can I expect to find in the Riverfront District area?
Expedia has 232 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?
To find more details about updating your trip to Riverfront District or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.
What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighborhood?
Explore Riverfront District's landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, City Stage Theatre, and Burgwin-Wright House 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, Wilmington Railroad Museum, and Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews are just a few of the places to visit in and around Riverfront District. While you're out sightseeing, Bellamy Mansion Museum and Battleship North Carolina are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.