South Front District

Wilmington

A large cruise ship docked at a port with a bridge in the background.

Stay near popular South Front District attractions

Waterline Brewing Co.

After visiting Waterline Brewing Co., make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington.
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Things to do

Wilmington: Wrightsville Beach Afternoon Sailboat Cruise

Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour

P7,502
per adult
Intracoastal Waterway: Eco Tour
Sunset Location on Banks Channel Perfect Photograph Shot

Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise

P3,126
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Wrightsville Beach Sunset Cruise
Picture 4 for Activity Wilmington: Ghosts of the Port City Haunted Walking Tour

Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour

P1,500
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
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Top hotels in South Front District

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites

3.5 out of 5
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
The price is P8,738 per night from Oct 18 to Oct 19
P8,738
P11,553 total
Oct 18 - Oct 19
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,754 reviews)
"Staff were super nice. Loved the balcony overlooking the ocean- that’s really why we chose this hotel. But bed wasn’t very comfortable, scratchy sheets that smelled over chlorinated. Having a bath and a half was nice. And needed to buy bottled water as the tap water tasted awful."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

Sleep Inn Wilmington near University

2.5 out of 5
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
Fully refundable
The price is P4,802 per night from Oct 14 to Oct 15
P4,802
P5,426 total
Oct 14 - Oct 15
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
Comfort Inn University

Comfort Inn University

2.5 out of 5
151 S College Road Wilmington NC
The price is P5,095 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P5,095
P5,757 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,562 reviews)
"We only stayed one night, we were happy with our room. The breakfast was good."

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

Comfort Inn University
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
The price is P7,005 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P7,005
P7,916 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Breakfast was very good"

Reviewed on Sep 20, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC

3 out of 5
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is P5,970 per night from Sep 27 to Sep 28
P5,970
P6,746 total
Sep 27 - Sep 28
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (559 reviews)
"Didn’t like the slowest elevators in the state"

Reviewed on Sep 21, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4 out of 5
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is P8,699 per night from Sep 29 to Sep 30
P8,699
P9,829 total
Sep 29 - Sep 30
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,694 reviews)
"B"

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
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Where to stay in South Front District

Find the best South Front District areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A ship silhouette against a sunset.
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Downtown Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington is beloved for its stunning river views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

A historic brick building with a sign reading "The Cotton Exchange".

Wilmington Historic District

A noteworthy feature of Wilmington Historic District is its stunning river views. While you're in town, be sure to stop and check out Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

A boat docked at a pier with a building in the background.
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Riverfront District

While visiting Riverfront District, you might make a stop by sights like Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College.

Landfall

While there might not be top attractions in Landfall, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayfaire Town Center and Wrightsville SUP.

The Bottom

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in The Bottom and surrounding area, you can visit Cape Fear Museum of History and Science and Bellamy Mansion Museum.

South Front District