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

2.5 star property
Family-friendly hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour fitness center

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Exterior
Reception
Seasonal outdoor pool, open 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM, sun loungers
Free daily self-serve breakfast
BBQ/picnic area
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr in New Market Center offers a warm atmosphere with a lobby fireplace. Enjoy free breakfast, dry cleaning services, a seasonal outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included
The current price is AED 334
AED 378 total
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.2 out of 10
Good
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(29 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(39 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
HDTV
Sofa bed
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC, 28403

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 6 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 7 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Riverwalk - 10 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 12 min drive - 9.7 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Carolina Ale House - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬12 min walk

About this property

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

Family-friendly hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Consider a stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG and take advantage of free self-serve breakfast, a terrace, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as a fireplace in the lobby and a 24-hour gym.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Multilingual staff, meeting rooms, and barbecue grills
  • Smoke-free premises, a TV in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 131 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 32-inch HDTVs with premium channels
  • Refrigerators, microwaves, and video-game consoles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • 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 crib
  • 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 center
  • 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 elevator
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • 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 movies
  • 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Children up to the age of 18 years can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

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
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
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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The seasonal pool will be open from May 31 to October 01
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the 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

Frequently asked questions

Does Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool. Pool access is from 9:00 AM–9:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

As of 2 November 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG on 29 November 2025 start from $102.83, 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 Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG located?

This family-friendly Wilmington hotel is located near the airport, within 2 mi (3 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Trask Coliseum. Long Leaf Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away.

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Reviews

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

7.8

Good

7.8

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.8

Eco-friendliness

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 433 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 143 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 82 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Vivienne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable bed and soft pillows. Short distance to food outlets. Good choice of breakfasts. Enjoyed making my own pancakes. Reception staff were pretty helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful experience
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jason

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is definitely an older property, but it was very dirty. It was not clean the areas the hallways the rooms the bathrooms we’re just dirty unfortunately I didn’t have an option to stay somewhere else.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Camille

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, upgraded, spacious space, breakfast switched up while there 2 nights. Gym had freeweight rack and cardio equipment. Plenty of space to put my mat down and my own thing in gym.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful staff
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Johann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent choice!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, room was clean. Overall nice place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Vincent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Craig

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Property was good for the price.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was only there for a night but it was clean and beds were comfortable. Would stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Doug

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, friendly and easy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Larrylen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff are friendly and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

NC

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

Nice for UNCW stays

Nice breakfast set up. Front desk people are nice and accommodating. Beds are comfortable and thermostat works well. Walls are not paper thin, so you don't hear your neighbors.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Miguel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

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

Good experience

Excellent checkin room very clean good breakfast. Would reccoment
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eldred

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Slick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Staff was pleasant. Building was under renovation
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was an overall good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tameka

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One night was fine
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Unique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The stay there was great very relaxed and quiet.The only reason I gave 4 stars instead of five is because when booked and paid through Expedia but when we went to check in the hotel wanted to charge an additional $100 for "incidentals fee to be reimbursed after checking out ' I explained we didn't have an extra $100 on a card bc we had just gotten married and this hotel stay was our gift from a guest plus it's quite inconvenient to ask this when we've Already paid for our room, however the desk attendant was polite and accommodating so he charged a lesser amount for us,which was sent back to us once we checked out,but I still received an email saying they tried to charge my card the remaining $75 overnight but was declined.smh..other than that hiccup all was well
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exceptional Stay – Highly Recommend! I can confidently say it was a phenomenal experience from start to finish. The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, ensuring every detail of my stay was perfect. The room was spotless, spacious, and beautifully designed with all the amenities you could need. The hotel’s location was ideal
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

David

Disliked: Amenities
The staffs were very friendly. an off course renovation was going on. Generally it was okay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025