The Bottom Travel Guide
Wilmington
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Top hotels in The Bottom
Shell Island Resort - All Oceanfront Suites
"Resort was nice and staff very friendly. Housekeeping could have done a better job. Found a dead moth on the floor and the extra blanket looks like it was used. It was crumpled up in the closet."
Reviewed on 15 Jul 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington West - Medical Park by IHG
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
DoubleTree by Hilton Wilmington, NC
Red Roof Inn Wilmington, NC
"Great staff"
Reviewed on 12 Jul 2026
Tru by Hilton Wilmington
Where to stay in The Bottom
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 Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College and Live Oak Bank Pavilion, 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 SUP.
Wrightsville Sound
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Wrightsville Sound and surrounding area, you can visit New Hanover County Arboretum and Mayfaire Town Center.
