What is Riverfront District like?

Travellers to the Riverfront District neighbourhood in Wilmington will be sure to enjoy their stay. Make sure that you visit Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion as part of your Riverfront District travel plans.

What's a favourite hotel to stay in Riverfront District?

Based on our traveller 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 accommodation options 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 hotel room reservations are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your arrival date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it may still be possible to cancel it and get a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review the top deals on offer in Riverfront District.

What can I see and do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?

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 neighbourhood. 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.

Riverfront District hotels, Wilmington, United States of America: Wilmington Hotel Guide

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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

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1. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Riverfront District

Timothy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Riverfront District

Mallory

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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.

3. ARRIVE Wilmington

Riverfront District

Christopher

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Riverfront District

Shawn

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Riverfront 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.

6. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Riverfront District

JEFFREY C.

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

7. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Riverfront District

Lee

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 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

Riverfront District

Meredith

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

9. The Hive

Riverfront District

Jennifer

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

10. Water Street Retreats

Riverfront District

Matthew

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

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

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Riverfront District

includes taxes & fees

6 Oct - 7 Oct

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

12. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

5.9 km from Riverfront District

Hubert

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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

13. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

New Market Center, 6.5 km from Riverfront District

Kathy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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

14. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

5.1 km from Riverfront District

Sara

includes taxes & fees

12 Oct - 13 Oct

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

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

5 km from Riverfront District

maurice

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

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

16. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

7.1 km from Riverfront District

Caireen

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

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

17. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

5.7 km from Riverfront District

Louis

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern office space with a large window, green and yellow chairs, a wooden table, and a yellow cabinet.

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

7.3 km from Riverfront District

Amy

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

19. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

5.9 km from Riverfront District

Margaret

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a decorative rug.

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

8.1 km from Riverfront District

Eduardo

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

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Compare popular hotels in Riverfront District

Property	Property class	Guest rating
ARRIVE Wilmington	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 958 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	3.5 star property	9.6 Exceptional 405 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	3.5 star property	9.2 Wonderful 1,116 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	2.5 star property	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	3.0 star property	9.0 Wonderful 645 reviews	View

Where to stay in Riverfront District

Find the best Riverfront District areas for the activities you enjoy most.

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Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

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Wilmington Historic District

Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.

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

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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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Top Riverfront District Hotel Reviews

Dreamers BNB

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, friendly staff, and very peaceful!"

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8/10 Good

"We enjoyed our stay the the Hotel Ballast Wilmington. We were in town for a One Tree Hill convention and this was the most convenient hotel we could have chose. The first day was a little hectic. I checked- in through the app, and my key was still not ready when we arrived. When we got to the hotel, I waited in a long line while ONE poor girl ran the front desk. Where was her help when all these people were checking in? We also didn't have room service for one day, but other than that great hospitality. We were able to walk to the convention center on the riverwalk. Super close to restaurants too. Our room we selected was the river view and it was gorgeous! There was some normal wear and tear in the hotel, a few things that could be updated. Our toilet roll dispenser was falling off the wall, and the toilet ran randomly. We used the gym on site and were able to get a great workout in. We had dinner at Sugo Italian Steakhouse and it was so delicious!! I definitely will be staying here again."

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Our top choices for Riverfront District hotels

1. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3. ARRIVE Wilmington

4. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

6. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

7. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

8. Dreamers BNB

9. The Hive

10. Water Street Retreats

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

13. Wingate by Wyndham - Wilmington

14. Hampton Inn Wilmington-Medical Park

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

16. Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

17. Spark by Hilton Wilmington

18. Home2 Suites By Hilton Wilmington Medical Park Downtown

19. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

20. Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott 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

Dreamers BNB

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