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Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

3.5 out of 5
9 Estell Lee Place Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$155 nightly
The price is $175 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$175 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the free WiFi in public areas, laundry service, ...
"Wonderful last minute getaway!"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

Hampton Inn & Suites Carolina Beach Oceanfront

3.5 out of 5
1 Harper Avenue Carolina Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$171 nightly
The price is $194 total per night from Sep 30 to Oct 1
$194 total
Sep 30 - Oct 1
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a bar/lounge, a poolside bar, and an outdoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in ...
"This hotel is a great location. Our room was clean. The staff is friendly and the breakfast is awesome! Something different each morning along with fresh fruit, oatmeal, grits & yogurt & nice variety of cereals. Walking distance to restaurants and right on broadwalk. Tiki bar was really nice too! ..."

Reviewed on Aug 29, 2026

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Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

Holiday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG

3 out of 5
1706 N Lumina Ave Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundable
$216 nightly
The price is $244 total per night from Sep 23 to Sep 24
$244 total
Sep 23 - Sep 24
Total with taxes and fees
This resort features 2 bars/lounges, a poolside bar, and a restaurant. Dine at the beachfront restaurant and relax with beach umbrellas. Enjoy the outdoor pool ...
"The cost of one night for $850 did not match the experience. It was TERRIBLE. Staff was blah, room was just OK. No valets. Broken elevator so one elevator had terrible waits and overcrowded. Broken water machine. Ordered cappuccinos and then were out of milk. Couldn't issue refund but was told would ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

Opens in a new windowHoliday Inn Resort Lumina on Wrightsville Beach by IHG
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG

2.5 out of 5
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$99 nightly
The price is $112 total per night from Sep 10 to Sep 11
$112 total
Sep 10 - Sep 11
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an indoor pool and a gym. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests will ...
"I checked in around 9:45 PM. Room was not ready. Had to wait just over an hour while they cleaned the room after my arrival. Front desk blamed the issue on the third party booking agent which was hotels.com. Checking in that late at night with 3 children waiting in the truck to have a room not ready ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
$78 nightly
The price is $88 total per night from Oct 4 to Oct 5
$88 total
Oct 4 - Oct 5
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. There's no skimping on freebies - guests receive free breakfast, free WiFi, and free self parking. ...
"The front desk staff were amazing. The hotel was clean and in good condition. Minutes from the beach and lots of eateries nearby,"

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$184 nightly
The price is $208 total per night from Oct 7 to Oct 8
$208 total
Oct 7 - Oct 8
Total with taxes and fees
This resort features 2 bars/lounges, a beach bar, and a restaurant. You'll appreciate the outdoor pool, poolside bar, and laundry facilities.
""The hotel is very beautiful and everything in the room was excellent. The proximity to the ocean is great, but the parking garage ceiling is very low.""

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
$144 nightly
The price is $162 total per night from Sep 21 to Sep 22
$162 total
Sep 21 - Sep 22
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and a restaurant. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center, free WiFi in public areas, ...
"The hotel is in need of a refresh. The furniture in the room was a hodgepodge of worn, mismatched pieces and there was noticeable wear and tear throughout. The room air conditioner made a lot of noise. Housekeeping came unreasonably early (9:10am) and failed to make up the room on two separate days ..."

Reviewed on Sep 7, 2026

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Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
$82 nightly
The price is $92 total per night from Oct 5 to Oct 6
$92 total
Oct 5 - Oct 6
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a 24-hour gym and a seasonal outdoor pool. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the business center and free WiFi in public areas. Guests ...
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DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
$98 nightly
The price is $110 total per night from Sep 28 to Sep 29
$110 total
Sep 28 - Sep 29
Total with taxes and fees
This hotel features a restaurant, an indoor pool, and a bar/lounge. Traveling on business? Take advantage of the 24-hour business center and free WiFi in public ...
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Shell Island Hotel Guide

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Recent Shell Island hotel reviews by fellow wanderers

Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

5 out of 5
Posted less than an hour ago
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"The front desk staff were amazing. The hotel was clean and in good condition. Minutes from the beach and lots of eateries nearby,"
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Comfort Inn University

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