All vacationers know that a good hotel makes the experience far better. You can be in a beautiful place, but if your accommodation is not what you expected — or paid for — a beautiful holiday can turn into a full-on nightmare. Luckily, we can advise you on the best hotels in Wilmington, at a very convenient price and a great location. Read on, and have a marvellous vacation staying in the right place.
Rm 1Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront
Starting on the high side: the Hilton's riverfront property is one of the best hotels in the area — a luxurious space of the kind only Hilton can create. It offers complimentary breakfast and an evening reception, both taken in a marvellous atrium. Most suites overlook the river or downtown Wilmington, which makes for a great way of starting the day. If you're looking for a high-end hotel and have a budget to spend, go to the Embassy Suites and enjoy.
Breakfast in the atrium — luxury the way Hilton does it.
Rm 2Best Western Plus Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
With four and a half stars on TripAdvisor after 617 reviews, this is a hotel to keep in mind. It sits halfway between the beach and the historic part of Wilmington and is famous for its Southern hospitality. Among the many things it offers guests: free breakfast, a huge pool with a barbecue section, a fitness center, and a microwave beside the fridge in every room. At almost half the Hilton's price, this is a great choice.
Rm 3Holiday Inn Express & Suites — University Center
This is a new, remodelled hotel working its way to the top by working hard and offering great features at a great price. It is very popular with corporate travellers, thanks to a free commute to many in-town corporations and a 1,600-square-metre meeting area. For leisure visitors, the hotel offers a pool, breakfast, a wellness center and easy access to some unique attractions — like the USS North Carolina battleship.
Rm 4Courtyard Wilmington / Wrightsville Beach
One of the most beautiful low-key hotels in the area: a magic, fun place whose outside matches its inside, sitting very close to perfection at 4.5 stars out of five on TripAdvisor. The pool and outdoor area are great before — or even after — a day at Wrightsville Beach. And sitting outside is not all you can do here: they serve Starbucks drinks and keep a private bistro with an extensive, eclectic menu. If you're after a mid-priced hotel that's convenient, this is a great choice.
Conclusion
To turn a wonderful vacation into a magic one, the hotel you choose has to be up to the rest of it. And if you're a corporate traveller, staying in a great place lets you tackle business in a better mood and better shape. Follow our selection, go to Wilmington, and have a great time — guaranteed!