Wrightsville Sound Travel Guide
Wilmington
Visit Wrightsville Sound
Stay near popular Wrightsville Sound attractions
Top hotels in Wrightsville Sound
Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach
"Great staff and nice location!"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"The staff was excellent. However, the room was disappointing. The furniture was very old and dirty and the rugs on the floor were filthy. The outdoor furniture was very cheap and uncomfortable. There was no place to plug a phone in near the bed because the outlet was behind the headboard and not ..."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
"We loved the pool, but thought house keeping could be improved in the rooms and in shared restroom areas. The rooms would be much improved with a mini fridge."
Reviewed on 27 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
"Housekeeping quit cleaning my room halfway through my stay."
Reviewed on 26 Jun 2026
Sleep Inn Wilmington near University
"Bathrooms door wasn’t working"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Spark by Hilton Wilmington
"The outside was ok the inside rooms were updated but not bathroom which needs updating. Not super clean but was not filthy. Wouldn’t rate an 8.2"
Reviewed on 25 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Wrightsville Sound
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 Beach Museum of History.
The Bottom
While The Bottom may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Bellamy Mansion Museum and Cape Fear Museum.
