Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington

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Terrace/patio
Minibar
Outdoor pool
Lobby
Exterior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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124 Old Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28403
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, One King and One Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

One King Bed, Non-Smoking, Roll In Shower (Mobile Hearing Accessories)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 400 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Two Queen Beds

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King and One Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking (Study)

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King Bed, Non-Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

  • 325 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

New Market Center stay.Your stay at this New Market Center hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Trask Coliseum. Mayfaire Town Center and Regal Mayfaire are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 3 min drive - 1.0 mile
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 6 min drive - 2.3 miles
  • Airlie Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 7 min drive - 4.7 miles
  • Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 5.7 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Crumbl Cookies - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬13 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business center, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station. Free self parking is available.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Elevator
  • Bar or lounge
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers 125 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Refrigerators and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

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

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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, 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • 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

Area/Smith
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek Hotel
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek Hotel Wilmington-University Station
Hampton Inn Wilmington-University Area/Smith Creek Station
Hampton Inn Wilmington University Area/Smith Creek Station Hotel
Hampton Inn University Area/Smith Creek Station Hotel
Hampton Inn Wilmington University Area/Smith Creek Station
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station to the airport?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station is 5.4 mi (8-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 Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

As of May 31, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station on Jun 23, 2025 start from $171.9, 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 Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station.

How close is Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station to the beach?

This hotel is 5.1 mi (9-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 17.5 mi (28-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offer free breakfast?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers free buffet breakfast every day.

Is there a casino at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station have a pool?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station features an outdoor pool.

Does Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station to downtown Wilmington?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station is 4.8 mi away from Wilmington.

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 651 out of 988 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 257 out of 988 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 49 out of 988 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 15 out of 988 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 988 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Screaming fight in the middle of the night in nearby room. Dirty bathroom w moldy ceiling.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The stay was just fine. I do wish it had been a little updated. It was a little over-priced for the condition. It was mostly clean, however. Probably could've been a little cleaner. Otherwise the staff was nice and the location was good. The breakfast was also REALLY good. I stayed two days, and it was slightly different each day, which was cool. Coffee bar was good, too.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was long but the hotel was conveniently located.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Solid hotel with proximity to UNCW.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Liked friendly staff, cleanness of hotel, breakfast excellent (well stocked and delicious)
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Winston-salem

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith, Winston-salem

Traveled with group, Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Front desk was great. Good breakfast. Clean and comfy room. No problems except slow elevator
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Melissa

Traveled with family
Our room smelled like a sweaty sock and there was hair stuck to the bathroom walls that clearly was not ours. The first night there was a drunken irate man shocking obscenities at the top of his lungs for HOURS and staff did nothing. I called the front desk multiple times with no answer and later we were told they couldn’t do anything for us bc we booked through Expedia. So I paid money for somewhere to sleep and couldn’t actually sleep. On top of that my children were woken up to F bombs being thrown. Ridiculous.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Brittany

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very friendly, hotel was clean
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eddie

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

10/10 Excellent

eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Extremely friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great breakfast and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Johanna

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was my third time staying at this property. I paid the three night stay in advance on 1/15/25 $362.66 via credit card. Due to the snow storm on 1/19/2024 in NOVA I checked out early on 1/18/2025 and did not spend 1/18/2025 on property. Imagine my surprise to receive a charge of $200.80 on 1/19/2025. I will address this directly with the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was fine. However Hotels.com neglected to send the confirmation number to me and the hotel so they didn’t have our reservation information when we arrived. Fortunately the manager was very nice and gave us the room while he contacted hotels.com to get our reservation number.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Taylor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Judith

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

Hampton on Old Eastwood

We had a terrific stay while we visited with family. Check-in was seamless. Room was clean. Quiet halls. Housekeeping every day. Delicious breakfasts with different egg and bacon / sausage options, waffle machine with plain and flavors. Issue with rooom handled promptly.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gerald

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dean

Traveled with family

Christmas in wilmington

The entire stay was made by the front desk lady. I have to say I have stayed in hundreds of hotels and she was the nicest, most professional, and helpful of any person I have dealt with. This lady deserves a big promotion. She is what every employer wants in an employee that deals with the public.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Carl

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

ABIGAIL, Forest City

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I love Hamptons
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024