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River Hotel of Southport

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Southport hotel

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Terrace/patio
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Terrace/patio
Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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704 E Moore St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Place, Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Southport Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed
  • River view

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)
  • 375 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • River view

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • River view

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Economy Studio

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Southport

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center and The Clubs at St. James are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Waterfront Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • The Clubs at St. James - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Southport Marina - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive

About this property

River Hotel of Southport

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Southport hotel
A private beach is featured. As a guest of River Hotel of Southport, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Southport hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2019
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
River Hotel of Southport offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Southport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving after 8PM will receive an email with specific instructions to access our lockboxes or establish a digital key to your smart phone.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

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

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

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

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
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 cash deposit, credit card, or debit 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, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

River Hotel of Southport Hotel
River Hotel of Southport Southport
River Hotel of Southport Hotel Southport

Frequently asked questions

How close is River Hotel of Southport to the airport?

River Hotel of Southport is 33.4 mi (46-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does River Hotel of Southport have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at River Hotel of Southport.

How close is River Hotel of Southport to the beach?

This hotel is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does River Hotel of Southport offer free breakfast?

River Hotel of Southport does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at River Hotel of Southport?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at River Hotel of Southport?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

Is there free parking at River Hotel of Southport?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does River Hotel of Southport have a pool?

River Hotel of Southport does not have a pool.

Does River Hotel of Southport have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is River Hotel of Southport to downtown Southport?

River Hotel of Southport is 0.5 mi away from Southport.

River Hotel of Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 832 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Brian

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Judson

I wanted to love this place and hate leaving a negative review. If not for one giant issue this would be a 5-star review. But that issue is a deal breaker (at least for us) -- as soon as you walk in the room, you are overwhelmed by a terrible smell. It's a moldy, musty smell. And there's no way to make it go away -- it's so strong that our clothes smelled like mold when we left the room. The staff was very nice -- I explained the issue, they had me check several other available rooms in case they were better. But sadly the other 5 rooms I checked (different floors, different buildings) all had the same smell. It's really sad because these buildings look new, I don't know what is causing it or how it could even be fixed. But, it's a bad smell. Like black mold bad. There are positives. If you don't mind smells (or aren't sensitive to that) -- the buildings are new. The room itself was 100% spotless -- the cleaning crew is doing a great job (the smell must be coming from inside the walls or under the floor, or maybe the AC units). The view of the river from our room and little porch was absolutely beautiful. The location was close enough to downtown that we walked home after dinner at Moore Street Oyster Bar. And it's a really close location to the ferry, which was why we stayed there. Parking under the building was a nice perk and very convenient. So this would be a 5-star review, if not for the moldy smell. I hope the hotel owner can figure out the mold issue and fix it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice covered parking, well kept property. Comfortable room. Conveniently located close to town and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The entire place was,beautifully maintained,incredible view .Our room was immaculate and the bed was so comfortable.We definetly will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front office and maintenance were very helpful with an issue that was reported and corrected.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, has a nice outdoor patio,fishing pier,beach and pool but didn't use it.Had full kitchen true queen size beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

laren

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.... clean, good amenities, close to downtown and has character.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in the room with panoramic view , we loved watching the boats go by . The room was very clean. The outside deck was really nice. Plan to stay again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

STEVEN, raleigh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Traci

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved everything about it. Terrible with remembering names , the front desk lady was awesome. She was cheerful,talkative and polite! It was a very pleasant experience! Would definitely go back again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Staff was super friendly and helpful. Rooms spotless. View amazing. Great location. Will be back. Soon !!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Don

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only one night stay so did not use kitchen, but it had everything necessary for an extended stay.Parking seemed safe and easily accessible.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Full sized frig + microwave, dishwasher, cooktop and a reasonable assortment of cooking stuff. Room was great, beach/pool/new fishing pier area is really nice. Room had a mini balcony, also nice. If you wanted to you could walk to Southport downtown, if not a couple minutes drive. We were very happy with our choice. Complex is situated front to back on the river vs. Side to side FYI, but that wasnt a problem for us. Would defi itely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

tina

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The room was so nice and quiet. Area was prefect, charming little town with several dining options. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Manuel A

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Joan

Traveled with group
The problem was walking up the steps.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great as Usual.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We just stayed the night but it was very clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for our 25th Anniversary. It was very nice/clean. We enjoyed laying in the lounge chairs on the little sandy beach every evening. Perfect little getaway!!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025