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A coastal residential area with a beach, marina, and a pier extending into the water.

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    Our top choices for Wilmington motels

    1. Surf Suites

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

    2. Dry Dock Inn

    An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

    3. Admiral's Quarter

    A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

    4. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

    A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

    5. Sea Vista Motel

    A wooden deck with turquoise chairs overlooking a beach.

    6. Carolina Beach Inn

    A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

    7. Carolina Beach Motel

    A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

    8. Captain's Cove Motel

    A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

    9. The Inn at Southport

    A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting coastal scenes.

    10. Ocean Crest Motel

    A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

    11. Best Rest Inn

    A reception area with a clock, a framed floral painting, a vase with flowers, a coffee machine, and a sign detailing check-in times and policies.

    12. Anchor Inn Motel

    A beach with a clear sky, waves, and beachgoers. There are houses along the shore.

    13. Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

    14. Coastal Motel

    A hotel reception area with a marble counter, a door with a security lock, a framed certificate on the wall, and a small framed map.

    15. Days Inn by Wyndham Jacksonville NC

    A hotel room with a large bed, a nightstand, a wall-mounted lamp, and a painting of palm trees.

    16. Topsail Shores Inn

    A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a balcony and stairs.

    17. Seaview Pier and Motel

    A wooden boardwalk leading to a pier extending into the ocean, with a sandy beach and grassy areas in the foreground.

    18. BUDGET INN

    A reception desk with a black marble top, surrounded by informational signs including "No Smoking" and "No Pets Allowed".

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    Wilmington and related destinations

    Stroll the historic riverfront boardwalk where boutiques and seafood restaurants line the Cape Fear River. Visit the meticulously preserved USS North Carolina battleship or explore nearby beaches where sea turtles nest during summer months.

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    A coastal residential area with a beach, marina, and a pier extending into the water.

    Top reviews in Wilmington

    Surf Suites

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

    Sea Vista Motel

    A wooden deck with turquoise chairs overlooking a beach.

    Topsail Shores Inn

    A poolside area with two lounge chairs, a pool, and a building with a balcony and stairs.

    The Inn at Southport

    A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand with a lamp, and three wall-mounted paintings depicting coastal scenes.

    Carolina Beach Inn

    A narrow hallway with wooden flooring, white walls, and doors leading to a bedroom and a kitchen area.

    Ocean Crest Motel

    A sandy beach with a fence and a sign that reads "TAY OFF DUNES."

    Dry Dock Inn

    An outdoor patio area with wooden seating, a fire pit, hanging plants, and string lights.

    Admiral's Quarter

    A room with a view of the ocean, a balcony with a pool, and a potted plant.

    Carolina Beach Motel

    A porch with two wicker chairs, a door labeled "No 3", and a blue railing.

    Best Rest Inn

    A reception area with a clock, a framed floral painting, a vase with flowers, a coffee machine, and a sign detailing check-in times and policies.

    Seaview Pier and Motel

    A wooden boardwalk leading to a pier extending into the ocean, with a sandy beach and grassy areas in the foreground.

    Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

    A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a television mounted on the wall.

    Captain's Cove Motel

    A pool area with lounge chairs, a small fountain, and a dining area with outdoor seating.

    BUDGET INN

    A reception desk with a black marble top, surrounded by informational signs including "No Smoking" and "No Pets Allowed".

    Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

    A hotel room with two beds, each with a patterned bedspread, a nightstand with a lamp, and a small drawer.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What are the best Wilmington motels, based on reviews?

    Coastal Inn & Suites in Wilmington, NC is a solid choice for travelers seeking comfortable accommodations with attentive service. With a great rating of 7.2, this motel shines in areas such as cleanliness and a friendly front desk staff, ensuring your stay is seamless and enjoyable. Families will appreciate thoughtful amenities like free cribs and a microwave in the room, making meal prep and settling in a breeze. Daily housekeeping adds an extra layer of convenience, allowing you to focus on creating memories rather than worrying about the little things.

    What is the nightly rate for a motel in Wilmington?

    You can find a great deal from $51 on Wilmington motels with Expedia. Typically, prices are higher during popular times – like weekends and holidays – while staying midweek is often cheaper. To find the best nightly rates on Wilmington motels, try to be flexible with travel dates, and sort search results by price from low to high.

    Is it better to stay in a Wilmington motel or hotel?

    Motels and Hotels have different perks. When you stay at a motel, you’re likely to find free parking and an outdoor pool. Staying overnight at a motel, can be handy when requiring easy road access. You’ll often have access to your room from outside, and directly from the parking lot. Hotels generally have room access from inside the building. Motels are also often less expensive than hotels. The word “motel” was coined in 1925 by the owner of the Milestone Mo-Tel in San Luis Obispo, California.

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