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Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

2.5 star property
Family-friendly stay near University of North Carolina at Wilmington

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Exterior
Free daily self-serve breakfast
BBQ/picnic area
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Reception

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC, 28403
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(30 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Oceanside stay.Your stay at this New Market Center hotel places you within 2 miles (3 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Trask Coliseum. Also, Long Leaf Park is within 3 miles (5 km) and Mayfaire Town Center is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 6 min drive - 4.2 miles
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 7 min drive - 2.8 miles
  • Riverwalk - 10 min drive - 5.2 miles
  • Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina Ale House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

Family-friendly stay near University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1400 square feet (130 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 131 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Meeting rooms
  • 1400 sq ft of conference space
  • 130 sq m of conference space
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Television in lobby
  • No smoking on site
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offers 131 accommodations with video-game consoles and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay movies
  • Video game console

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted. Guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Wilmington-University Ctr
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington-University Ctr
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Wilmington University Ctr

Frequently asked questions

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG to the airport?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG is 6 mi (12-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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

As of Nov 9, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG on Dec 7, 2025 start from $88.0, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG to the beach?

This hotel is 5.9 mi (12-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 16.4 mi (31-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offer free breakfast?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offers free self-serve breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG have a pool?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG to downtown Wilmington?

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG is 4.3 mi away from Wilmington.

Reviews

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG Reviews

7.8

Good

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 430 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 142 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1001 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Eileen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For the most part our stay was great. Front desk staff was great but we did get a call at 10:30 pm to confirm our late checkout. Zzzzzzzz. On another note loved the pool but it would have been nice to have cushions on chairs. Also we came down to use pool next more and pool was not open due to cleaning. I would say over an hour and half beyond when it was supposed to open. Cleaning techniques looked thorough but hindered the fact that the attendant lite cigarette after cigarette while vacuuming pool. Ummmm? No wonder it took so long. If you're posting an open time then cleaning should be done long before 9.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen F

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

Good hotel

Good stay. A decent comfortable place to stay in Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Lorenzo

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

It was ok

Stayed at alot of hotels in my lifetime. 1st time Iv ever been denied a late check out when Ive requested in advance. Good stay though, and good breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Beth

Disliked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Johann

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

2/10 Terrible

Farrah

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

Not bad for a night or two.

Decent place for a one night stay while in town for a concert or event. Nothing too fancy but the price was reasonable and it suited our needs well.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shenna

Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The hotel was under construction so there were always workers around and working, but overall it was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Logan

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susanah

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
The room was renovated however not all new items were installed just yet. The water pressure of the shower, toilet and sink was very low.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Koon Allen

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
The old furniture is a eye sore
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Cindy, Lincolnton

Traveled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs work. Shower head was placed on the wrong wall so when you turn on it shoots the water out to the floor causing flooding every time. Checked in Friday checked out Sunday no house keeping services provided during this time. Pull out sofa mattress is wrapped in plastic makes for an uncomfortable sleep. The wood board at the bottom of the bed would creak anytime you moved. One of the remotes to the tv did not work. Manager was rude to guest when telling them the pull was closed due to storm. When I called to request more towels I was told that they only had 5 left for the rest of the night and I needed to come down to get them. The whole experience was disappointing especially for an IHG hotel. There was only one employee that was very helpful and caring that’s the gentlemen that cleans up around the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Pawan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location with free breakfast

Good location and clean room. Breakfast was good. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Alicia

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Not worth it

It was a okay hotel. The breakfast was good and the room was nice but the service was poor and housekeeping disnt never come clean the room so the trash was bad. They kept closing the pool when it would drizzle with no lighting or thunder. The toilet seat was broken and clogged up the 1st night. When we reported it they just handed us a plunger to unclog it ourselves. Will not book there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annetta

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Christa

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms ok location good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Not a bad place to stay - just needs TLC

Bed was comfortable and room was fairly clean. New furniture...easy to see they are trying to update their spaces. Whoever is doing the renovations isn't taking rime to glue down carpet in places, or make even cuts. Our closet carpet wasn't glued down, the nightstands on either side of the bed were loose (just a little weight and they will come off the wall), and there was mildew on the shower floor. The drain in the shower was backed up, but they immediately fixes it. Breakfast was good - cheese omelets, sausage, biscuits and gravy, etc. Close enough to walk to restaurants and Walmart. Friendly and helpful staff, a list of nearby restaurants beyond walking distance, location all made for a positive experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Mabel Grace

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was in the middle of everything we wanted to see which was great. Unfortunately, the pool was closed during our stay which we did not know until check in. Beds were extremely comfy, however, a huge plus when staying in a hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025