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MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

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

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BBQ/picnic area
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes
Free daily continental breakfast
Exterior

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym

Explore the area

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5229 Market St, Hwy 132 & Us 17, Wilmington, NC, 28405
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, 1 Room Efficiency, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

City center stay.Your stay at this North College hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Mayfaire Town Center. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 7 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College - 9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive - 7.8 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬3 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington
MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Wilmington hotel.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

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. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in April and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to the airport?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is 4.6 mi (7-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 MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

As of Dec 10, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area on Jan 8, 2026 start from $92.65, 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 MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area.

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to the beach?

This hotel is 6 mi (12-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 17 mi (27-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offer free breakfast?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

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

Is there free parking at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have a pool?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to downtown Wilmington?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is 4.2 mi away from Wilmington.

Reviews

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 893 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 248 out of 893 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 116 out of 893 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 63 out of 893 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 51 out of 893 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Billy

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

10/10 Excellent

CRISPIN

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very nice and clean place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Michael

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Thought the property was centrally located in the area which I didn't expect (and was definitely convenient). Little bit of an older building, could use a refresh but it got the job done - continental breakfast was meh (like most things are) but can't complain too much. It got the job done, wouldn't be above staying at this place again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noah

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melissa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lydell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Gladys

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service
The availability of coffee and other supplies was limited. Had a maintenance request which which was not done in time and the staff was not concerned at all about it; level of customer service was lacking.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyrone

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

evelyn

Liked: Staff & service
Nav
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Leidi

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room has a terrible dog’s smell, there were dog’s hair everywhere. I will never stay here again, I do have pets my self but it is disgusting to sleep in a bed smelling bad. My husband has allergies and he could not sleep.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lori

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

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

Terrible experience

Rooms had holes in furniture, pool was shared with a neighboring hotel, bed linens were dirty , food splattered on curtains,had to change rooms twice because of these issues
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew, Morganton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia, High Point

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was conveniently located for our needs, and as a suites-style we enjoyed having a private bedroom, sitting/living area, and kitchenette. This room was also pet-friendly on the 1st floor. We did have a problem with the exterior doors not properly opening with our key cards - multiple times, in fact. I reported this to the front desk. Also - their pet policy states no pets over 25 pounds.....but we encountered several MUCH larger dogs, which was a bit intimidating as we were walking out 15-pounder.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Brenna

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eliel

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

2/10 Terrible

Darik

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Needs a deep cleaning and maintenance.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

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

4/10 Poor

natoshia

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Franklin

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

4/10 Poor

Kelly

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was not well maintained and there were stains on the bed and the office chair was so filthy we had to ask for another. Light was broken in kitchen and it just felt old and dirty. They only had one very tiny shampoo bottle for a room that sleeps six and no conditioner. The pull out couch was disgusting when pulled out - literally impossible to sleep on so we had to buy an inflatable mattress. It was spacious and the lay out of the room was great, but needs deep cleaning, painting, carpet cleaning, and maintenance. Pool is not on site, it’s shared with hotel across the street.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

AMY

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
It was OK. Hallway carpets not the cleanest. Breakfast was OK. Couch smelled and the poor person who slept on it slept backwards.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025