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

    2. Dry Dock Inn

    A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

    3. Admiral's Quarter

    A wooden boardwalk leading to the beach with a sign indicating a surf zone.

    4. Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

    A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

    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 covered outdoor area with a staircase, seating area, and a potted plant.

    8. Captain's Cove Motel

    A swimming pool with lane ropes, surrounded by outdoor seating and a fence.

    9. The Inn at Southport

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

    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 spacious lobby with a herringbone wood floor, large windows, and modern furniture.

    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 bar area with a stone wall, wooden bar counter, and multiple stools. There are various bottles and glasses on the counter, and a large beer tap.

    16. Topsail Shores Inn

    A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence and lounge chairs.

    17. Seaview Pier and Motel

    A wooden staircase leading to a beach with a wooden boardwalk and a view of the ocean.

    18. BUDGET INN

    A reception area with a check-in counter, a private door, a tiled floor, and a dark brown rug.

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

    Sea Vista Motel

    A wooden deck with turquoise chairs overlooking a beach.

    Topsail Shores Inn

    A swimming pool with a metal ladder, surrounded by a fence and lounge chairs.

    The Inn at Southport

    A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a microwave, an oven, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs.

    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

    A covered balcony with a pool, overlooking a residential area with houses and a clear sky.

    Admiral's Quarter

    A wooden boardwalk leading to the beach with a sign indicating a surf zone.

    Carolina Beach Motel

    A covered outdoor area with a staircase, seating area, and a potted plant.

    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 staircase leading to a beach with a wooden boardwalk and a view of the ocean.

    Motel 6 Jacksonville, NC

    A spacious lobby with a herringbone wood floor, large windows, and modern furniture.

    Captain's Cove Motel

    A swimming pool with lane ropes, surrounded by outdoor seating and a fence.

    Coastal Inn & Suites - Wilmington, NC

    A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables with lamps, a nightstand, and a wall-mounted picture.

    BUDGET INN

    A reception area with a check-in counter, a private door, a tiled floor, and a dark brown rug.

    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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