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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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, Trask Coliseum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

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

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

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
(31 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
(40 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
  • Trask Coliseum - 2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Riverwalk - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 9 min drive - 6.6 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
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 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
  • Limited onsite self parking
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 Dec 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG on Jan 5, 2026 start from $83.0, 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.

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

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 429 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 103 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1000 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

ROBERT, Cary

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not great
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Pamela

Liked: Staff & service
Front desk was great! Facilities were run down with old furniture in the parking lot. Elevators were very grimy. Rooms were adequate.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mark, Apex

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This property has much improved since our last stay. Happy to see the elevator was fixed, the refresh of the rooms and hallways looks nice. The ONLY two complaints I have are 1) the smoking pole RIGHT AT THE ENTRANCE so we have to walk right past people smoking. Our kid has to walk through it, smell it, inhale it, get grossed out by it. Why is the entrance designated a smoking area. That is disgusting and unhealthy. 2) CNN blasting in the lobby breakfast area, divisive news programs, with the front desk attendant watching right in front of the TV letting anyone who passes by know their political leanings and opinions. Can't you just put sports on, the weather, ANYTHING ELSE?
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, upgraded, spacious space, breakfast switched up while there 2 nights. Gym had freeweight rack and cardio equipment. Plenty of space to put my mat down and my own thing in gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and soft pillows. Short distance to food outlets. Good choice of breakfasts. Enjoyed making my own pancakes. Reception staff were pretty helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were traveling up from Miami and got there very late 3 AM in the morning and Kyle was amazing at the front desk. He had all of our paperwork ready and knew we were coming told us where to park with our RV so the check-in was quick so that we can get to bed ASAP hit breakfast in the morning and be out the door. The AM staff was pretty awesome as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in close proximity to UNCW
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The staff were amazing...we had an emergency & they changed our room to fit more family & checked on us later .I really appreciated that. The breakfast is very nice!!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josefina, Charlotte

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The the moment you come inside it smells clean the hotel is very well taken care out side and inside the bed is comfortable the pillows to I give it a 5 star clean comfortable nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Unique

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay there was great very relaxed and quiet.The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of five is because when booked and paid through Expedia but when we went to check in the hotel wanted to charge an additional $100 for "incidentals fee to be reimbursed after checking out ' I explained we didn't have an extra $100 on a card bc we had just gotten married and this hotel stay was our gift from a guest plus it's quite inconvenient to ask this when we've Already paid for our room, however the desk attendant was polite and accommodating so he charged a lesser amount for us,which was sent back to us once we checked out,but I still received an email saying they tried to charge my card the remaining $75 overnight but was declined.smh..other than that hiccup all was well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Omar

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Old
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Derek

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

4/10 Poor

Louise

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were put in a dirty room. Steven at the front desk sorted out the issue and ungraded our room. The water in the shower was lukewarm and the flow was weak. The next night our room key wouldnt work. Steven sorted this out too. Holiday Inn hotels used to be impressive. Great breakfast, clean.cotton sheets and clean rooms. This is no longer the case. We will not be using this brand again. I wish every employee was like Steven.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

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