Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

2.5 star property

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Exterior
Lobby sitting area
Banquet hall
Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial) | Bathroom
Free daily self-service breakfast

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym

Explore the area

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160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC, 28403
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Trask Coliseum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(13 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

7.0 out of 10
Good
(7 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(43 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG

This smoke-free hotel features a 24-hour fitness center, a 24-hour business center, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self-serve breakfast, free WiFi in public areas, and free self parking are also provided. Additionally, a seasonal outdoor pool, a business center, and conference space are onsite.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offers 131 accommodations with video-game consoles and safes. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary weekday newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

The free breakfast at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you'll be within walking distance of University of North Carolina at Wilmington. You'll find features like free WiFi in public areas and free self parking, plus a 24-hour gym.
  • Free self-serve breakfast served daily
  • Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Free self parking
  • Take a swim in the seasonal outdoor pool
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, tour or ticket assistance, and luggage storage
  • Onsite recreation includes a 24-hour gym
  • Guests have great things to say about the breakfast and the helpful staff
  • Just a 2-minute drive from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 10 minutes from Wrightsville Beach
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG offers its guests a 24-hour fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces. Business amenities include a 24-hour business center and meeting rooms. Free breakfast is available daily. Event space at this hotel measures 1400 square feet (130 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, barbecue grills, and a vending machine are also featured at the family-friendly Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG. Free self parking is available.

This Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

Guests are served free self-serve breakfast daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free self-serve breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • In-room cot
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 1,400 square feet of conference space
  • 24-hour business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Front entrance ramp
  • No lift
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free cot
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels
  • Pay films
  • Video game console

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Only bookings from non-local guests are accepted; guests whose residence is within 50 mi (80 km) of the property will not be allowed to check in
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Clean Promise (IHG)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open May 31 and close October 01.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Holiday Inn Express Hotel Wilmington-University Ctr
Holiday Inn Express Wilmington-University Ctr
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Wilmington University Ctr

Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 425 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 242 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 144 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 105 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 86 out of 1002 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
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8/10 Good

TAMIKA

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the room. Clean and service was good as well. I would stay again for sure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Lovena J

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
breakfast is better. Staff is pleasant.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026
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6/10 Okay

Tammy

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
Room, amenities and room service
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people, good service, clean area and good food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The staff were super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Well kept room with good amenities, comfortable bed and good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

ÖMER

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emilio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was very clean
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Marlys

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, staff very friendly, breakfast was great…..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Nicholas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property in close proximity to UNCW
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay! The hotel was under construction so there were always workers around and working, but overall it was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cleanest hotel I have stayed in and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
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8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was good, and the location was in a good area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Stephen F

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

Good hotel

Good stay. A decent comfortable place to stay in Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms ok location good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Jeanmarie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Our room was spacious and clean. We really enjoyed the sitting area and large tv. The bedroom having a separate door from rest of room made it cozy. The “kitchen” area was clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Leo

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We loved the staff and that amazing breakfast!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
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8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice lobby, helpful staff and breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Josefina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The the moment you come inside it smells clean the hotel is very well taken care out side and inside the bed is comfortable the pillows to I give it a 5 star clean comfortable nice.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front office nice and beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect if you're just going to stay for a couple of days extremely helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Smooth check in and the coffee is really good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025