Wilmington is a historical city, and many of its attractions allow guests to learn more about its colorful past. Its most popular offering is Battleship North Carolina, which was one of the 10 battleships of the USA to be sent out in World War II. Kids and adults alike will enjoy exploring the ship’s features. Visitors in Wilmington can also go on a trolley tour to explore the city’s downtown area, where they can see other historical spots and filming locations. If you prefer to do your exploring on foot, you can visit Airlie Gardens. New Hanover County Arboretum is also another attraction you can visit if you want to surround yourself with beautifully landscaped greenery.
There’s so much to do and explore in Wilmington. So scroll down to find your base and begin a beautiful trip from one of the top luxury hotels in Wilmington, North Carolina.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to luxury services and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 14, 2024.
1. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton (from USD 160)
This hotel makes a lot of effort to make guests feel welcome. The property has been equipped with accessibility features to make it easy for guests with mobility issues to get around the property. The establishment also includes two on-site dining options, so you don’t need to leave the property to get a bite to eat. Bars are also available if you want to get a drink to relax. In addition, the hotel has an outdoor pool with sun loungers, so you have a place to catch some sun.
Rooms in this hotel are furnished with premium bedding. And if required, cribs can be requested for no additional fee. Additionally, free roundtrip airport shuttle services are offered to guests here to make their travel convenient to and from the airport.
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Address: 301 N Water St
7.2 km (4.5 mi) from Long Leaf Park
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the only thing i didn’t like was the bathroom sinkCleanliness:
the hotel was very nice and clean the rooms ampere spacious and the view was greatHost:
loved the location and the staff was terrificRead more reviewsLocation:
love the location in downtown wilmington on the rivereasy to walk to great restaurants bars breweries and shoppingbut it was very comfortable and a great price considering the locationthe poolside ba area was a great place to relax after a long dayEarn OneKeyCash for every dollar spent on eligible hotels, vacation rentals, flights, car rentals, and more when you book across our family of brands.
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2. Sea Pines (from USD 557)
This home offers luxury and privacy to guests. Included in its amenities are an in-ground pool and a hot tub, both of which you are welcome to use throughout your stay. If you love cooking, you can use the indoor and outdoor kitchens to prepare your favorite meals. It includes an authentic Italian brick pizza oven if you want to try your hand at baking a pizza.
The bedrooms are spacious. The master bedroom comes with a king bed, while the others have been furnished with queen beds. Plenty of closet space is available, so you don’t have to worry about leaving your things lying around.
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there is a ceiling fan but it can still get warm in therethere's tons of space in the house and our kids loved having a pool in the back yardall of the outdoor and indoor seating is very comfortablewe had a great stay thoroughly enjoyed the entire house yard and poolHost:
host was great to communicate withjohn was easy to reach and shared lots of helpful informationit was plenty of room and the host is amazingthe outdoor area was relaxing and john was a very thoughtful hostreally nice house with john being extremely responsive via text and callRead more reviewsLocation:
beautiful house and convenient locationgreat location to many sights and restaurantsawesome property in a great locationgreat place to stay and great locationthe neighborhood is close to several stores and the area seems very safe
3. Pool Haus (from USD 288)
Pool Haus, as its name suggests, features a large swimming pool as its crowning glory. This pet-friendly property also has a spacious fenced yard where your kids and furry family members can run around. The house also has a games area, which has been furnished with amenities such as a cornhole, a foosball table, and board games.
A crib, a high chair, kids’ dinnerware, and some toys may also be provided for guests with babies. The property also includes a well-equipped kitchen if you want to cook your own food.
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the house was spacious an amazing pool well-stocked kitchen pool tools/toys bikes and indoor gameswe loved the pool which was also well cared forCleanliness:
very clean and as picturedvery clean and spacioushouse was very clean and updatedthe pool was very clean and good sizethe home was really clean and as describedHost:
kelly was a great hostkelly was very responsive to our questions when we needed herthe host kelly is wonderful and so attentivehost was delightful and very helpfulshe was very accommodating and responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and surroundingsthe location is right beside uncw so there are plenty of dining and entertainment options nearbykelly's place was perfect for our family trip for our son's weddingthis was a great place for a trip to wilmingtongreat house great communication and the perfect location for us
4. Bradley Creek Hideaway (from USD 314)
Bradley Creek Hideaway is a centrally located property that puts you just a short drive away from downtown Wilmington and the closest beaches. The spacious home has been updated with modern decor and appliances. In addition, bedrooms are equipped with memory foam mattresses and blackout curtains so that guests can enjoy a good night’s rest.
You are also welcome to hang out by the fire pit and have a cookout. The kitchen is also well-equipped if you want to do more extensive cooking. The property also has a water dispenser, so you don’t have to worry about buying bottled water to stay hydrated.
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this place is stunning yet welcoming and the beds were super comfortableCleanliness:
the house was very clean comfortable and relaxingthe place was amazing comfortable clean and as describedit is extremely clean and has all the ammenties that one would needHost:
the hosts are responsive and helpful as neededvery responsive host before and during our staywe had a great time and erin was very responsive throughout our stayerin was a fantastic host and i would rent here again without hesitationRead more reviewsLocation:
great location very clean and super well maintained
5. Copa Cabana (from USD 328)
This spacious home has been tastefully decorated to have a relaxing atmosphere. It is well-appointed and includes a modern kitchen and laundry facilities, which is great, especially if you’re planning to extend your stay in Wilmington.
The house comes with an outdoor saltwater pool, which you can use between 7am and 10pm. The house is also well-located and puts you just a short drive away from Wrightsville Beach and Carolina Beach. Downtown Wilmington is also accessible if you need to pick up supplies or go sightseeing.
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my family was very comfortable in this home and we would definitely rent it againCleanliness:
the pool was large and cleanRead more reviewsLocation:
and the outdoor spaces were great since wilmington is a relatively small town everything was closewhat a fantastic place to stay
6. Eden Oasis
This spacious home is as well-appointed inside as it is outside. Indoor, you can find amenities such as fully equipped and custom kitchen and laundry facilities. Two of the bedrooms are ensuites, and the family room includes a gaming console to help keep you entertained.
Meanwhile, you can also find a pool at the property, available for use 24/7 and includes pool toys for added fun. There’s also outdoor seating and dining if you want to enjoy your meals al fresco or simply relax outside. A grill is provided as well.
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
852 meters (0.6 ft) from Long Leaf ParkAccommodates: 10
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the pool and hot tub were terrific with a nice private backyard areaCleanliness:
clean quiet kids liked the pool and pac-man gameawesome stay at a friendly area beautiful house and pool very clean and well put togetherperfect girls trip beautiful clean homebut apparently green and cloudy is clean to themHost:
a great place to stay and the owners were very responsivedee was extremely responsive throughout the weekenddee was extremely friendly and quick to respondoverall it was a very nice and newly renovated home and dee was very helpfulit would be helpful to plan ahead and bring what you think you’ll needRead more reviewsLocation:
peaceful neighborhood and great locationwe enjoyed our stay amazing location so close to my son at uncwit's in a great location close to wrightsville beach and downtown wilmingtonbeautiful home and such a convenient location to everythingthe nearby park was a lovely place to walk around
7. Port of Call (from USD 350)
Port of Call is a ranch-style house that sits in a quiet neighborhood. The property is just a short drive from the beach, but you don’t have to leave the rental to go swimming because it comes with its own saltwater pool. Beach towels have been provided by the hosts for guests’ convenience. There’s also seating and a grill in the outdoor space.
Laundry facilities are available, and the hosts have thoughtfully provided detergent and cleaning supplies for guests’ use. They are also welcome to use the kitchen to cook their favorite dishes.
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otherwise we were satisfied with the property and the pool was niceCleanliness:
the house was neat and cleanHost:
great house and great hostit was a wonderful stay the hosts had a personal touch in making sure our stay was comfortableRead more reviewsLocation:
we loved our stay everything was easy to find and the location was great
8. The Lookout (from USD 371)
This newly built property can be found in Historic Downtown Wilmington, making this an ideal location for guests who want to explore this area as well as the nearby attractions. Some of the top restaurants in the city are within walking distance from the property as well. On the other hand, you can also opt to cook your own food using the kitchen.
The property has been designed to look modern while still carrying the historical touches that Wilmington is known for. It is beautifully decorated with local art and features tall ceilings to make the rental feel even more spacious. The porch includes a dining area.
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the beds were very comfortableall of the rooms were very comfortable and had their own bathrooms which made the stay greata great airbnb set up one full bathroom for every bedroom very large bedrooms (easily shared) stunning downstairs areaCleanliness:
it was also exceptionally cleanthe property was clean and contemporarythe house was gorgeous and spotlessit was spotless roomy well laid-out and very nice beds & linensamazing place so nice spacious and cleanHost:
jared our host was amazingjared & lauren are great hostsvery kind helpful and responsive with the questions we hadthanks for being exceptional hoststhey were helpful professional and always available to answer any and all questionsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and easy to walk everywhere from the housevery safe and close to restaurantsthe location is perfect- quick walk to downtown but no noise and very peacefulwe highly recommend this locationwe enjoyed staying in the historic district close to downtown
9. The Playhouse
The property is a historical home that has been renovated with modern conveniences, including a saltwater pool and a hot tub which are available for use during summer. The beach, as well as shops and restaurants are easily accessible from this property.
The house comes with a large chef’s kitchen, perfect for guests who love to cook. Laundry facilities are also installed, so you don’t need to find the closest laundromat. The host provides a starter kit, which includes laundry pods, toilet paper, and paper towels.
Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
5.27 km (3.3 mi) from Long Leaf ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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great house with an amazing backyard space and pooland the pool and hot tub are even more gorgeous than the photosthe pool and hot tub are amazinggreat house for a family vacation lots of room to spread outthe pool and hot tub are definitely the best partCleanliness:
the place is beautifully decorated and very cleanthe house was very clean and combined old world charm with all the modern amenitieswe had a great stay the house is spacious and well-appointedHost:
rachel was a very nice hosthost is very responsive and quickrachel was a fantastic host and extremely quick to respond would highly recommendRead more reviewsLocation:
i would recommend this location to anyone looking for a wonderful family vacationwe had an amazing stay the location was wonderfulgreat house nice quiet location the pool was awesomelocation was great in relation to the downtown wilmingtonthe neighborhood is peaceful and is walking distance to a coffee shop
10. Casa Verde (from USD 593)
Casa Verde is composed of three separate condos, making this a great option for large families or a group of friends who want to travel together yet still retain their privacy. Each unit is well-equipped with the amenities of a home, including a kitchen and two bedrooms. Laundry facilities and child-friendly amenities are available here as well.
Guests are also welcome to use the backyard, which is spacious and comes with a barbecue area. Additionally, a hammock has been installed where you can snooze.
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beautiful home within walking distance to downtown wilmington
Experience luxury and history in Wilmington
Wilmington may be known for its history, but it doesn’t mean that the attractions you have to choose from are outdated. Take your pick from these luxury hotels so you can treat yourself to creature comforts during your holiday in this North Carolina city.
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