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A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

A bar area with a rustic counter, green walls, and a framed painting of sailboats.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim. It has a storefront with a sign reading "FOOD & SPIRIT" and a plaque indicating "77° 56' 49" W". There are two potted plants in front of the entrance.

A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and bar stools.

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

jeff

£154

includes taxes & fees

3 Nov - 4 Nov

A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A room with a large window, a door leading to another room, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by various types of vegetation.

A bedroom with a bed, bedside table, chair, and a view of a balcony.

2. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District, 0.4 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Tara

£181

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

A banquet hall with round tables set for dining, chandeliers, and floral centerpieces.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden doors, and a large chandelier.

A restaurant with large windows offering views of a body of water and trees. Tables are set with chairs and dining ware.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Downtown Wilmington, 0.4 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Mallory

£111

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a desk with a chair, and a large window with curtains.

A gym with treadmills, elliptical machines, and a weight bench area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a glass table, and a large window overlooking a brick building.

A living room with a brown sofa, patterned armchair, and a wooden staircase.

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Timothy

£89

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor deck with wooden tables and chairs, overlooking a body of water and a docked ship.

A bar area with stools, a bar counter, and a staircase leading to a dining area with tables and chairs.

A spacious banquet hall with round tables set for dining, featuring exposed brick walls and large windows.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a view of a cityscape, and a colorful striped rug.

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

JEFFREY C.

£123

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A bedroom with a large bed, a nightstand, a desk, and a chair. There is a large window and a painting on the wall.

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs and a small table with plants.

6. The Hive

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Jennifer

£263

includes taxes & fees

14 Oct - 15 Oct

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, large windows, and metal tables and chairs.

A hotel reception area with a wooden reception desk, a computer, and a large window. There are red ottomans and a blue sofa in the seating area.

A lobby with a large black and white photograph of a bridge, a blue sofa with cushions, and a bookshelf with various items.

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington, < 0.1 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Shawn

£104

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

A modern hotel lobby with a large meeting table, blue chairs, a decorative tree, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles.

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Downtown Wilmington, < 0.1 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Gabriel Armando

£108

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

An outdoor patio area with seating arrangements, a fire feature, and a covered section with string lights.

A water park with multiple slides and pools.

A pier extending into the sea with a sunset in the background.

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock, and a reflection in the water.

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Lee

£104

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

A U.S. Coast Guard ship docked at a pier with a clear view of the surrounding greenery and water.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant ship.

10. Water Street Retreats

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Matthew

£157

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a central island with bar stools.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a bar area.

A modern kitchen with a central island, wooden flooring, and a dining area with red chairs.

A modern kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, wooden flooring, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a wall-mounted shelf with dishes.

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

Brooklyn Arts District, 0.4 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

£239

includes taxes & fees

13 Oct - 14 Oct

A dining area with a dark wood table, grey upholstered chairs, a chandelier, and a view of a laundry room through an open door.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a built-in oven, a dishwasher, and a washing machine.

An outdoor seating area with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and string lights.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and a marble countertop.

12. Larry's Love

1.2 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

£848

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A spacious indoor area with multiple seating arrangements including sofas, chairs, and tables.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 4.7 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Paula

£93

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A multi-story building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy area and small bushes.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a beach with a path and dunes.

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

14. Surf Suites

8.7 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Jennifer

£116

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two tables, and ottomans.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

15. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

6.9 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

James

£87

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'Palomas', and a 'LELA' sign.

An outdoor patio area with tables and chairs, a bar, and a fireplace.

16. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

3.6 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Margaret

£86

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with a glass enclosure, and overhead pendant lighting.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a flagpole.

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire, 6.6 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Diego

£92

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher, and a sink.

A modern kitchen with a coffee station, a seating area with chairs, and a large window.

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A modern living room with a sofa, two side tables, a coffee table, a grey armchair, a patterned rug, and a wall-mounted smart vending machine.

18. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

7 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Victoria

£73

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, hanging pendant lights, and a display of framed items.

A modern lounge area with large windows, blue patterned chairs, and a mix of sofas and tables.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

19. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire, 6.8 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Elizabeth

£141

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

A hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a reception desk.

A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside lamps, a wooden headboard, a small bedside table, a bench, a large window, and a view of the bathroom and kitchen.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and free weights.

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

New Market Center, 4.7 mi from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Deborah

£81

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

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ARRIVE Wilmington	9.6 Exceptional 961 reviews	View
Dreamers BNB	9.6 Exceptional 405 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,124 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,002 reviews	View
Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center	9.0 Wonderful 648 reviews	View

Top Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Hotel Reviews

Dreamers BNB

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, friendly staff, and very peaceful!"

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

10/10 Excellent

"The room was perfect. The hotel was conveniently located."

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfy bed and wonderful little amenities! Had a cute snack basket, along with bathroom extras (hair ties, cotton swabs and q-tips) that were a great touch! It’s close enough to downtown that everything is easily walkable but not so close it’s too loud. Host was very easy to communicate with and so helpful when needed!"

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

10/10 Excellent

"The property is very nice and clean. The directions for the parking garage are a little confusing. A little more detail on where it is located would be helpful."

The Hive

8/10 Good

"Parking wasn’t free, I had to pay 30.00 a day to park! I parked on the gravel it was tough getting my luggage through the gravels. No elevators."

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

8/10 Good

"Great location and quiet neighborhood. Unit was perfect size and well furnished. Host communicated well."

Riverview Penthouse on Water Street! Stunning views and sunsets!

10/10 Excellent

"This is an amazing property. The views are stunning, and so close to everything, right in downtown Wilmington on the River walk. The rooms were so clean that I felt like I was at home. Mr. Curt was extremely engaged and although we had zero issues, I believe he was sincerely concerned as to our needs and comfort. I would highly recommend d this property without reservation."

Heart of Downtown Wilmington ILM - Sleeps 12! Sauna, walking distance to a lot.

10/10 Excellent

"Such a great location. Walkable to almost everything in downtown and river. If you are a “OTH” or “summer I turned pretty” very close by serval filming locations of both shows. Would be great for a girls weekend or weekend getaway! We have stayed here several times and will be back."

Historic Downtown Wilmington 6BR/4BA Luxury Penthouse | Sleeps 20

10/10 Excellent

"Great stay for large groups. Right in the middle of downtown Wilmington."

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A large white building with columns and arched windows.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Cotton Exchange

8.8/10 (142 reviews)

During your visit to Wilmington, you can search for that perfect souvenir at The Cotton Exchange. Wander through the beautiful beaches and riverfront in this family-friendly area.

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A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.

Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)

After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.

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A historic train station with a large steam locomotive, a brick building labeled "Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road," and a covered waiting area.

Wilmington Railroad Museum

9.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Eagle's Dare

After visiting The Eagle's Dare, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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City Stage Theatre

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at City Stage Theatre, a popular theatre in Wilmington. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Burgwin-Wright House

6.8/10 (3 reviews)

Learn about the local history of Wilmington when you spend time at Burgwin-Wright House. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews

Take the family on an outing to Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews during your trip to Wilmington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science is located in a historic area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches and sporting events. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 460 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

Where is the best place to stay near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Adjacent to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Expedia has 460 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from Cape Fear Museum of History and Science.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel room reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to view the top deals on offer near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science.

What can I see and do near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science?

Study the collections at Battleship North Carolina, Wilmington Railroad Museum or Bellamy Mansion Museum. Explore landmarks like Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Legion Stadium and City Stage Theatre. You can catch a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for Cape Fear Museum of History and Science hotels

1. ARRIVE Wilmington

2. Dreamers BNB

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

5. Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

6. The Hive

7. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

8. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

9. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10. Water Street Retreats

11. Your 2BD Wilmington Spring Break Retreat!

12. Larry's Love

13. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

14. Surf Suites

15. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

16. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

17. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

18. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

19. Element by Marriott Wilmington

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

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Top Cape Fear Museum of History and Science Hotel Reviews

Dreamers BNB

Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

Chic Downtown Loft - Parking - Central New

The Hive

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

Riverview Penthouse on Water Street! Stunning views and sunsets!

Heart of Downtown Wilmington ILM - Sleeps 12! Sauna, walking distance to a lot.

Historic Downtown Wilmington 6BR/4BA Luxury Penthouse | Sleeps 20

Other attractions near Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

The Cotton Exchange

Riverwalk

Wilmington Railroad Museum

The Eagle's Dare

City Stage Theatre

Burgwin-Wright House

Brooklyn Arts Center at St. Andrews

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