The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit The Bottom
Stay near popular The Bottom attractions
Things to do
Wraiths & Wicked Whispers: Wilmington Ghost Tour
£18
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Public Sunset Wilmington Boat Tour Downtown Experience
£57
per adult
Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
2700 N Lumina Avenue Wrightsville Beach NC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £288 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
£288
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Wrightsville Beach. Enjoy a beach locale, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,628 reviews)
"Very cute 100% recommended"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
301 N Water St Wilmington NC
The price is £147 per night from 26 Jul to 27 Jul
£147
26 Jul - 27 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,607 reviews)
"We stayed here two years ago and love it but I was honestly surprised how much this property had gone downhill since. The floor and baseboards were quite dirty. The bed and pillows were very uncomfortable. The toilet is mounted on the wall and it sunk and made noises when sitting on it. The wall ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
839 Medical Center Drive Wilmington NC
The price is £112 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£112
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
"All staff members did exceptionally well from the front desk receptionist to housekeeping even to Cook did a great job and making me feel very welcome. I would definitely recommend this day to anyone. Special things to Bri forever we clean up a misunderstanding made on my behalf. I will definitely ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Golden Sands Carolina Beach Oceanfront, Tapestry by Hilton
1211 Lake Park Blvd S Carolina Beach NC
The price is £240 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
£240
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Carolina Beach. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,126 reviews)
"Great start"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
5225 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is £76 per night from 12 Jul to 13 Jul
£76
12 Jul - 13 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8/10 Very good! (1,147 reviews)
"The location of the property is great. The breakfast was very disappointing. First morning, they did not have any eggs, when asked I was told that the truck didn’t deliver it. I thought that was a very strange answer. But the lady who served in the breakfast area . She is an African American, she ..."
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
5032 Market St Wilmington NC
The price is £95 per night from 28 Jul to 29 Jul
£95
28 Jul - 29 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Wilmington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (422 reviews)
"Excellent"
Reviewed on 6 Jul 2026
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Where to stay in The Bottom
Find the best The Bottom areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Wilmington
Downtown Wilmington is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Cape Fear River, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
Riverfront District
If you're spending some time in Riverfront District, Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion are top sights worth seeing.
Wilmington Historic District
Wilmington Historic District is known for its stunning river views, and with sights like Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Wilmington.
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.
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
