Forest Hills
Wilmington
Visit Forest Hills
Things to do
Downtown Wilmington Historian-Guided Walking Tour
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
History and Architecture Walking Tour
Top hotels in Forest Hills
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"We enjoyed our time here. I did ask for towels multiple times at the end of our stay and never got them to our room. That was my only caveat."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Comfort Inn University
"The staff was great here, probably the most courteous and helpful staff I’ve experienced recently. The hotel is freshly remodeled and the room was clean and comfortable."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
"Convenient location. Breakfast was excellent. Clean but not spotless. Front desk staff was a little terse."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"The rooms were clean. The bathrooms were clean. There was no water pressure though in the shower. The carpet in the spiraling staircase downstairs was worn. The drinks at the bar were great. The food at breakfast was excellent. And the location can’t be beat."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"It’s a very noisy place to stay, or at least it was when we stayed. I complained about a clicking sound that was supposed to get checked out but didn’t so my second night was not very restful."
Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026
Where to stay in Forest Hills
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.
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.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
