ARRIVE Wilmington

4.0 star property
Riverside hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant

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Exterior
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Reception
Front of property
Dinner served, local and international cuisine, garden views

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$315
includes taxes & fees
13 Jan - 14 Jan

Explore the area

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101 S. Second St., Wilmington, NC, 28401
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

Standard Suite, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View (Suite)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (Accessible Queen Room With Roll-In Sh)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Loft, 1 King Bed (The Loft)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
Dining table
  • 55 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed (King Room)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(66 reviews)

Highlights

Garden
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Renovated in 2023
Pillow-top bed
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Courtyard View

Highlights

Garden
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the area

Wilmington

ARRIVE Wilmington puts you in the heart of Wilmington, within just a 10-minute stroll of Riverwalk and Cape Fear Community College. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant and in-room free WiFi. .The fine-dining restaurant, Dram Yard, serves local and international cuisine and is open for dinner. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour front desk and a library. Cooked-to-order breakfast is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Places within a 30-minute walk of this 4-property class Downtown Wilmington hotel include Wilmington Convention Center and Live Oak Bank Pavilion.

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 2 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Hidden Grounds Coffee - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Coglin's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dram Yard - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪New Anthem Beer P - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪tarantellis - ‬1 min walk

About this property

ARRIVE Wilmington

Riverside hotel with 24-hour front desk and restaurant
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. ARRIVE Wilmington also features a library, a garden, and a picnic area. Parking is available for a fee. A complete renovation of ARRIVE Wilmington was completed in January 2023.

This 4-star Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

  • 34 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Library
  • Garden
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
ARRIVE Wilmington offers 34 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature minibars and complimentary bathrobes. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature Frette Italian sheets and premium bedding. 40-inch LCD televisions come with cable channels and Netflix.

Bathrooms include a shower, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries. This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access, with a speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices). Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Secured, uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site valet parking

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM on weekends; USD 7 to 22 for adults and USD 7 to 22 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Dram Yard

Things to do

  • Library

Family friendly

  • Mini-fridge
  • Separate bedroom

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in room
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Grab bar near toilet (84 centimetre high)
  • Handrails in stairways (91 centimetre high)
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Renovated entire property - January 2023
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Frette Italian sheets
  • Pillowtop mattress

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch LCD TV with cable channels
  • Netflix

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Mini-fridge
  • Minibar

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Resort fee: USD 16.95 per accommodation, per night
The resort fee includes:
  • Additional inclusions

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately USD 7 to 22 for adults and USD 7 to 22 for children
  • Valet parking fee: USD 30 per day
  • Pet fee: USD 113 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Hotel Wilmingtonian
Wilmingtonian
The Wilmingtonian Hotel Wilmington
Wilmingtonian Hotel Wilmington
ARRIVE Wilmington Hotel
ARRIVE Hotel
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ARRIVE Wilmington Wilmington
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at ARRIVE Wilmington?

ARRIVE Wilmington offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at ARRIVE Wilmington?

As of 12 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at ARRIVE Wilmington on 13 Jan 2026 start from NZ$285.85, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Yep, ARRIVE Wilmington has secured uncovered valet parking for USD 30 per day.

Are there any beaches close to ARRIVE Wilmington?

The closest beach to ARRIVE Wilmington is Wrightsville Beach (13.5 km).

What makes ARRIVE Wilmington a romantic place to stay?

Garden-view dining and a champagne service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at ARRIVE Wilmington.

Does ARRIVE Wilmington serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is available on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM and on weekends between 10:00 AM and 1:00 PM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at ARRIVE Wilmington?

No, ARRIVE Wilmington does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local and international cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.

Are pets allowed at ARRIVE Wilmington?

Dogs are welcome at ARRIVE Wilmington, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of one pet, with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

ARRIVE Wilmington Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 672 out of 814 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 87 out of 814 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 814 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 814 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 14 out of 814 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.2/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My only complaint was the sheets were a little scratchy! All in all, I absolutely loved my stay here. Would recommend it to anyone and definitely go again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Al very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noelle, bellport

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely beautiful. Came with my two children for the night . The room was beautiful and well prepared. The outside area is very peaceful both at nighttime and in the morning. Convenient store across street if need anything last minutes . Overall the service and hospitality was top tier. And I will stay at any ARRIVE hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Suite was great location and dining tables, rocking chairs, outside bar and fire places were wonderful hanging places.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sloan, Pine Knoll Shores

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy to walk to river front for dining and shopping. Courtyard is lovely
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mari

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Makeda

Business traveller, Travelled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful property. Very friendly, helpful staff. The restaurant makes a mean breakfast burrito. This property is very dog friendly. The only problem I had was the person above me was very heavy footed and had a dog and I could hear them walking around all night so try to get a room on the third floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Another great stay!

Repeat visit celebrating our anniversary and Arrive once again did not disappoint! Fantastic location downtown Wilmington and within walking distance of the best shopping and dining. We once again used the bar/ restaurant and the staff is consistently friendly and helpful. The valet service is convenient and fast with as many in and outs as one desires. We will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you want to enjoy the water front area of Wilmington, you'd be hard pressed to beat the location and amenities of this hotel. Everything from the rooms to the service to the outside bar was excellent. Did I mention the outside bar? Excellent! It's within walking distance of everything on the waterfront.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wilmingtons best hotel

This is a go to location!!! Bar, restaurant, near everything!!! Staff was amazing!!!! Perfect for our mini moon! You are going to want to stay here. I will see you soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very special place with beautiful courtyards. Our room was so cool and retro/modern!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

JENNIFER

Business traveller, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don't hesitate, book your stay!

First time to Wilmington and this hotel was amazing. The staff from check in, bartender at the Gazebo bar, to Mere in the restaurant made us feel like family. The room was comfortable, beautifully decorated and affordable. I didn't want to leave. I extended my stay another day to just hang out in the hotel. My meal in the restaurant was delicious I ate there 3 times in my 2 day stay.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Really nice property. Our room was small but had a comfy bed and large bathroom. Just what we needed
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenni

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place… rooms are really clean. Easy walk into town!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Boutique so uniquely stylish and quirky. Beautiful grounds. Loud nearby guests at 2.30 anlm not so fun
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The best day that I've had this far can't wait to stay again soon
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025