Wilmington Beach Hotels
Looking for a place to stay in Wilmington NC? Well in our opinion the closer you can stay to the beach the better. Below is a list of some quality hotels near the ocean in Wilmington. We have them listed by proximity to the beach with a couple of hotels we especially recommend. Just click on the links to check prices and availability. Here are some additional maps and pictures of Wilmington and the surrounding area as well.
Recommended Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holiday Inn Resort WILMINGTON E-WRIGHTSVILLE BCH | 0 | Reservations |
Other Hotels
| Hotel | Miles From Beach | Rating | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Courtyard by Marriott Carolina Beach | 0 | Reservations | |
| Microtel Inn And Suites Carolina Beach | 0 | Reservations | |
| Beacon House | 0 | Reservations | |
| Blockade Runner Beach Resort | 0 | Reservations | |
| Shell Island Oceanfront Suites | 0 | Reservations | |
About Wilmington NC
We get this from the Wilmington wiki:
“Wilmington is a city in and the county seat of New Hanover County, North Carolina. A July 1, 2009 United States Census Bureau estimate placed the population at 101,350. Wilmington is the principal city of the Wilmington Metropolitan Statistical Area, a metropolitan area that covers New Hanover, Brunswick, and Pender counties in southeastern North Carolina, which had an estimated population of 354,525 as of July 1, 2009. It was named in honor of Spencer Compton, the Earl of Wilmington, who was Prime Minister under King George II.
Wilmington was settled on the Cape Fear River. It offers an historic downtown with a one-mile-long Riverwalk as a main tourist attraction. It is minutes away from nearby beaches. The National Trust for Historic Preservation named Wilmington, North Carolina one of its 2008 Dozen Distinctive Destinations. City residents have the advantage of living between the river and the ocean, with Wrightsville Beach a short 20-minute drive from downtown. …
Climate
* Winters are generally mild with January highs in the mid 50s °F and lows in the mid 30s °F. Snowfall occurs only on some years, and is generally light.
* Spring is reasonably lengthy, beginning in late February and lasting to early May. The presence of abundant dense vegetation in the area causes significant pollen dusting in the springtime that tends to turn rooftops and cars yellow.
* Summer brings high humidity with temperatures frequently in the upper 80s – lower 90s °F. Heat indices can easily break the 100 °F mark, though highs normally do not. Due to the proximity of warm Atlantic Ocean waters, the area may be hit by a tropical cyclone during the summer, at an average of once every seven years.
* Autumn is also generally humid at the beginning, with the same tropical threats as the summer. Some of the deciduous trees may lose their leaves; however most trees in the area are evergreens and therefore remain green year-round.”
Things to do in Wilmington
The Wilmington visitors bureau site has this to say:
“From riverboats to battleships, screen gems to civil war scenes, riverwalks to ghost walks, Wilmington NC is a city full of surprises and delights. You never have to look far to find things to do in Wilmington. Close by the Cape Fear Coast beach communities, Wilmington has a charm and style all its own – befitting an historic port city with roots that go back almost three centuries and the energy of a thriving destination.
Every corner you turn reveals something unexpected: a WWII battleship, a thriving movie production studio, cobblestone streets with horse-drawn carriages, and elegant restaurants. Wilmington is home to splendid gardens, unique crafts and shops, music festivals, theatrical performances, art galleries, history museums, welcoming nightspots… Well, we won’t spoil all the fun. You’ll want to discover Wilmington’s amazing variety of activities for yourself! (There are plenty of themed tours you can take – by foot, boat and even trolley – to make sure you don’t miss a thing.)”
Local businesses of interest
