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ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
4-star hotel near Riverwalk

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Coffee shop
Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Dinner served, local and international cuisine, garden views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC, 28401
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View (Suite)

40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View (Suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 391 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible Queen Room With Roll-In Sh)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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40-inch LCD TV with cable channels, TV, Netflix

Loft, 1 King Bed (The Loft)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 603 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(64 reviews)
  • 213 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Frette Italian sheets, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View

  • 391 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

City center retreat .Within a 10-minute walk of this Downtown Wilmington hotel, you'll find Riverwalk and Cape Fear Community College. Wilmington Convention Center and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Battleship North Carolina - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Prost Biergarten - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dram Yard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪tarantellis - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Anthem Beer P - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ARRIVE Wilmington

4-star hotel near Riverwalk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. ARRIVE Wilmington also features a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of ARRIVE Wilmington was completed in January 2023.

This 4-star Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
ARRIVE Wilmington offers 34 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include showers, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate bedroom

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (USD 26 per day)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 7 to 22 for adults and USD 7 to 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Library

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (33 inches high)
  • Handrails in stairways (36 inches high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 22 for adults, and USD 7 to 22 for children
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 26 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Wilmingtonian
Wilmingtonian
The Wilmingtonian Hotel Wilmington
Wilmingtonian Hotel Wilmington
ARRIVE Wilmington Hotel
ARRIVE Hotel
ARRIVE Wilmington Hotel
ARRIVE Wilmington Wilmington
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Frequently asked questions

How close is ARRIVE Wilmington to the airport?

ARRIVE Wilmington is 4.2 mi (7-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at ARRIVE Wilmington?

As of Oct 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ARRIVE Wilmington on Nov 16, 2025 start from $148.0, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does ARRIVE Wilmington have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at ARRIVE Wilmington.

How close is ARRIVE Wilmington to the beach?

This hotel is 13 mi (21-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 16.6 mi (27-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does ARRIVE Wilmington offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at ARRIVE Wilmington, but cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 7 and 22 for adults, USD 7 and 22 for children. It's available on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM and weekends from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM.

Is there a casino at ARRIVE Wilmington?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Valet parking is available for USD 26 per day.

Does ARRIVE Wilmington have a pool?

ARRIVE Wilmington does not have a pool.

Does ARRIVE Wilmington have a restaurant?

ARRIVE Wilmington is home to Dram Yard, which features local and international cuisine, garden views, and light fare.

Does ARRIVE Wilmington have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is ARRIVE Wilmington to downtown Wilmington?

ARRIVE Wilmington is 0.1 mi away from Wilmington.

Reviews

ARRIVE Wilmington Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 645 out of 784 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 784 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 30 out of 784 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 784 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 784 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well located near downtown...parking was tight but offered parking service. Great little bar and court yard.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
AC broke during our stay. Hotel gave us a fan when I requested
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Traveled with partner, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the location and the setup of the courtyard. The courtyard made you unaware you were in a busy area of town. The staff were great to us and our dog.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, New York

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here 8 mos ago & fell in love with this place. Its got so much character! The courtyard is gorgeous! Lush andscaping with cozy fiepit groupings & cornhole. Onsite restaurant with unique offerings (I recommend the Aussie Waygu). The tiki bar was manned by John, bartender extraordinaire in addition to being a delightful conversationalist. The room was comfortable, clean & stocked with goodies. When I'm in Wilmington, I won't stay anywhere else !
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steffanie

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was my second time staying here. It was a great stay. Clean room. Comfortable bed.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Dan

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a charming boutique hotel in a great part of Wilmington. There are a ton of restaurants within walking distance and the gazebo bar on property offered unique ,refreshing summer cocktails. There is a restaurant on site, but we opted to eat at a place a couple blocks away. I would definitely recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

John eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place wonderful location
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great boutique hotel
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

BETH A

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Well Placed Gem

This newly appointed hotel has stylish rooms with quality finishes. The bathroom design is cheerful with sink area outside. The star of the show is the lovely courtyard grounds. This outside space offsets the smaller footprint of the room with muliple seating areas and fireplaces. The cheerful garden bar and bartender are set closer to the restaurant and so don't intrude. Dram Yard was excellent we had a dinner and breakfast and were impressed by both. The valet service was much more than parking. These staff were diligent and very helpful. It was more of a watchful doorman which served to make us feel very safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, upscale stay in downtown Wilmington. We really liked being able to walk to the riverfront and attractions: they also have one of the best restaurants in downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Olivia and the rest of the staff were lovely!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A must stay

Great location, great room, great service
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megumi

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Arrive is the cutest boutique hotel. Cozy, decorated beautifully. Convenient to everything. The only con is, you don’t want to leave the hotel. They have a great restaurant Dram Yard, and an outdoor Gazebo Bar. After all day exploring, it was a great place to wind down and enjoy where we were.
Sorry I’m not a photographer. The cute courtyard, there is a few outdoor fireplace to gather around.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Carlos

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Overall, we were a bit disappointed, We bought a breakfast package and they did not serve breakfast, there was no coffee maker or phone in the room, (communication with the front desk was by text only), and the bed felt a bit like an overstuffed fouton. We are an older couple and when we checked in we were helped by a very sweet women Valet, Liz, who helped us bring our luggage in. We found out at checkin that we were on the 2nd floor and there are no elevators. The young lady at the desk was kind enough to upgrade us to a ground floor suite which was very nice of her.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sherri

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful grounds and accommodations. Staff were very helpful and friendly! Definitely will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Man

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super cute, staff is lovely.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025