The Best Hotels Closest to The Cotton Exchange in Wilmington for 2026

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A hammock chair in a room with a wooden floor, a small trash bin, and a view of a house through an arched window.

A two-story house with a porch, surrounded by various types of vegetation.

A room with a large window, a door leading to another room, and a potted plant on the windowsill.

A modern interior with a plush velvet armchair, a large mirror, and a potted plant.

1. Dreamers BNB

Riverfront District, 0.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Tara

AED 713

AED 878 total

includes taxes & fees

26 Oct - 27 Oct

A modern two-story building with a white facade and black trim. There is a small garden with red and white flowers in front of the building.

A restaurant with brick walls, large windows, and bar stools.

A bar area with a rustic counter, green walls, and a framed painting of sailboats.

A two-story building with a white facade and black trim. It has a storefront with a sign reading "FOOD & SPIRIT" and a plaque indicating "77° 56' 49" W". There are two potted plants in front of the entrance.

2. ARRIVE Wilmington

Downtown Wilmington, 0.6 km from The Cotton Exchange

Sarah

AED 459

AED 519 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious lobby with a reception desk, seating area, and a central decorative feature.

A hotel corridor with a patterned carpet, wooden paneling, and a large spherical chandelier.

A spacious indoor area with a seating arrangement, large windows, and a view of greenery outside.

A waterfront property with a dock, a sports field, and modern buildings.

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

Downtown Wilmington, 0.4 km from The Cotton Exchange

Ashlee

AED 479

AED 541 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A waterfront hotel with a brick facade, a dock, and a reflection of lights on the water.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a seating area with a sofa and a glass table, and a large window overlooking a brick building.

A restaurant with a bar area, wooden cabinets, and a clock on the wall.

A living room with a brown sofa, patterned armchair, and a wooden staircase.

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Cynthia

AED 372

AED 420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An indoor swimming pool with clear blue water, surrounded by white lounge chairs and a tiled floor.

A modern hotel lobby with a bar area, seating arrangements, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A lobby with a large black and white photograph of a bridge, a blue sofa with cushions, and a bookshelf with various items.

An outdoor patio with brick walls, large windows, and metal tables and chairs.

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Jan

AED 419

AED 473 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

An outdoor patio with wicker furniture, a fire pit, and a pool in the background.

A bar area with a long counter, multiple stools, a coffee machine, and shelves stocked with bottles.

A lounge area with wicker chairs and red cushions, a central fire pit, and a view of a fire through large windows.

A modern bar area with a menu board, bar stools, and a seating area with chairs and a round table.

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Glenn

AED 434

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A modern living room with a leather sofa, a round dining table, and a kitchen in the background.

A modern living room with a brick wall, a sofa, a coffee table, and a dining table.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a built-in oven.

A wooden deck with two hanging chairs and a small table with plants.

7. The Hive

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Kaseem

AED 786

AED 1,295 total

includes taxes & fees

5 Nov - 6 Nov

An outdoor lounge area with seating, a fire feature, and a covered seating area with string lights.

A restaurant interior with a blue wall featuring the text 'BOARD & BARREL ESTD A COASTAL KITCHEN 2018' and a seating area with tables and chairs.

A pier extending into the sea with a sunset in the background.

A waterfront hotel with multiple floors, a dock with boats, and a reflective water surface.

8. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington, 0.2 km from The Cotton Exchange

Lee

AED 437

AED 494 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Nov - 23 Nov

A balcony with metal chairs, a view of a river, and a distant ship.

A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a bar area with stools.

A balcony with a table and two chairs, overlooking a body of water and a distant ship.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, a round coffee table, and a fireplace. There is a dining area with a table and chairs in the background.

9. Water Street Retreats

Downtown Wilmington, 0.3 km from The Cotton Exchange

Matthew

AED 479

AED 762 total

includes taxes & fees

12 Nov - 13 Nov

A swimming pool with lounge chairs and a gazebo.

A lifeguard tower with the number 12 on a beach with the ocean in the background.

A multi-story building with a central entrance, surrounded by a grassy area and small bushes.

A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, white cabinetry, and a dining area with a marble countertop and four chairs.

10. Surf Suites

14.1 km from The Cotton Exchange

Megan

AED 426

AED 565 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern outdoor seating area with blue Adirondack chairs, a round table, and a bar area with string lights.

A hotel room with a large flat-screen TV, a bed, a vanity with a mirror, and a walk-in closet.

A pier extending into the water at sunset with a cloudy sky.

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

New Market Center, 7.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Paula

AED 371

AED 419 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Nov - 19 Nov

A modern hotel building with a prominent 'tru by Hilton' sign, multiple floors, and a well-lit entrance.

A modern lounge area with a sectional sofa, two tables, and ottomans.

A modern cafe with a central seating area, a snack display, and a coffee machine.

A snack kiosk with a variety of packaged snacks and a refrigerated display.

12. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

11.3 km from The Cotton Exchange

Amy

AED 349

AED 395 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

A modern hotel with a swimming pool, lounge areas, and a well-lit exterior.

A modern lounge area with a bar, seating arrangements, and a large screen.

A hotel entrance with a covered walkway, a sign for 'Palomas', and a 'LELA' sign.

A hotel reception area with a reception desk, a wall-mounted sign, and a shelf with amenities.

13. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

6 km from The Cotton Exchange

Margaret

AED 372

AED 420 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with wooden tables and chairs, a ceiling fan, and a view of a swimming pool and palm trees.

A modern bar area with a stone countertop, wooden chairs, pendant lighting, and a television.

A hotel courtyard with a swimming pool, lounge chairs, and a covered seating area.

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance with a covered area and a flagpole.

14. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

Mayfaire, 10.8 km from The Cotton Exchange

Isabelle

AED 386

AED 436 total

includes taxes & fees

8 Nov - 9 Nov

An outdoor patio with a stone fireplace, grey chairs, and umbrellas.

A modern lounge area with large windows, blue patterned chairs, and a mix of sofas and tables.

A modern bar area with a brick wall, shelves with bottles, and a seating area with sofas and chairs.

A modern reception area with a marble counter, hanging pendant lights, and a display of framed items.

15. Element by Marriott Wilmington

Mayfaire, 11.1 km from The Cotton Exchange

Elizabeth

AED 481

AED 544 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern hotel with a sign reading 'STUDIOS BY MARRIOTT' and a parking lot with marked spaces.

A reception desk with a computer, a wall-mounted sign labeled 'Deliveries', and a shelving unit with plants.

A compact kitchen with a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, a sink, and a built-in oven.

A laundry facility with multiple washing machines and dryers, a tiled floor, and a wall with the text 'Wash. Dry. Fold. Repeat.'

16. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

11.4 km from The Cotton Exchange

Louis

AED 283

AED 320 total

includes taxes & fees

15 Nov - 16 Nov

A balcony with a view of a beach and pier.

A modern multi-story hotel with balconies and a beach view.

A beach with a wooden pier extending into the ocean, a lifeguard stand, and a white fence.

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a dresser, and a television on the wall.

17. Silver Gull Motel

14.9 km from The Cotton Exchange

David M

AED 528

AED 596 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A modern hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a sofa, and two armchairs.

A modern kitchen with a yogurt dispenser, eggs, and milk station, a breakfast bar, and a chalkboard menu.

A hotel room with a minibar, a refrigerator stocked with beverages, and a wooden partition.

18. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

16 km from The Cotton Exchange

Stephanie

AED 433

AED 490 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

A rooftop lounge area with wicker furniture, a pool table, and a view of the building's exterior.

A modern lounge area with blue seating, purple armchairs, and a central round table.

A modern indoor seating area with hanging chairs and red cushioned chairs, a patterned carpet, and a view through large windows.

19. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

6 km from The Cotton Exchange

Hubert

AED 328

AED 371 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with string lights, tables, and chairs.

A gym with various exercise equipment, including treadmills, stationary bikes, and free weights.

A hotel lobby with a reception desk, a coffee station, and a reception area.

A hotel lobby with a central bar, seating areas, and a reception desk.

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

New Market Center, 7.7 km from The Cotton Exchange

Deborah

AED 343

AED 388 total

includes taxes & fees

23 Nov - 24 Nov

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Property	Property class	Guest rating
Dreamers BNB	9.6 Exceptional 408 reviews	View
ARRIVE Wilmington	9.6 Exceptional 963 reviews	View
Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront	9.2 Wonderful 1,128 reviews	View
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn	9.0 Wonderful 1,001 reviews	View
Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown	8.8 Excellent 977 reviews	View

Top The Cotton Exchange Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and the bed comfortable.. but the hallway and elevator area showed age… not an issue. Restaurant was delicious!!"

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

10/10 Excellent

"Ok so first… the elevator was broken but we knew that going in that we would have to take the heel toe express up the stairs. BUT we had to bring our dog at the last minute and they accommodated us with zero issues. They comped our parking to make up for it. I LOVE staying at this property. The breakfast was not great because of being in the lobby but that’s not usually the case. The people are so nice! Highly recommend."

5-Star Downtown Riverview Condo w/Parking

8/10 Good

"Location...Location....Location!! This condo is in a great location! We could walk everywhere that we wanted to go. The condo is very cute and just right for 2 people. It is clean and the pictures are accurate. Our host was very accommodating and easy to connect with. We really liked the little balcony. The only call out I would have is there is a closet in the bedroom but was locked so I am assuming it is being used for supplies. I would stay here again and definitely in this area of Wilmington."

ARRIVE Wilmington

10/10 Excellent

"Super cute hotel with a fantastic restaurant and courtyard."

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

10/10 Excellent

"The room was clean and organized well. Bed was comfortable. Parking was convenient and affordable as we just used the parking garage across the street. Bathroom was kinda open lift style so unless you are very comfortable listening to your guest use the bathroom, the room is best for single guests. Cafe and restaurants on the premise. Centrally located. Would book again if I was alone on a business trip."

Chic Downtown Studio: A Hideaway Oasis

10/10 Excellent

"This little loft was exactly what we needed! It was super clean and in such a great location. The host thought of so many little details that made the stay so much easier. Would definitely stay again!"

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

10/10 Excellent

"Great location, comfy bed and wonderful little amenities! Had a cute snack basket, along with bathroom extras (hair ties, cotton swabs and q-tips) that were a great touch! It’s close enough to downtown that everything is easily walkable but not so close it’s too loud. Host was very easy to communicate with and so helpful when needed!"

The Hive

8/10 Good

"Parking wasn’t free, I had to pay 30.00 a day to park! I parked on the gravel it was tough getting my luggage through the gravels. No elevators."

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

8/10 Good

"Great location and quiet neighborhood. Unit was perfect size and well furnished. Host communicated well."

Other attractions near The Cotton Exchange

A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.

Riverwalk

9.2/10 (225 reviews)

After visiting Riverwalk, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Amble around the area's riverfront or experience its festivals.

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A historic train station with a large steam locomotive, a brick building labeled "Atlantic Coast Line Rail Road," and a covered waiting area.

Wilmington Railroad Museum

9.2/10 (38 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Wilmington Railroad Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.

Wilmington Convention Center

8.4/10 (425 reviews)

Learn about the events happening at Wilmington Convention Center during your trip to Wilmington. Stroll along the seaside or attend a sporting event in the area.

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A large white building with columns and arched windows.

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

8.2/10 (76 reviews)

Enjoy an outing to Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts during your stay in Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

8.2/10 (61 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Wilmington. Wander the beautiful beaches and riverfront in the area.

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The Eagle's Dare

After visiting The Eagle's Dare, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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City Stage Theatre

7.2/10 (7 reviews)

Get tickets for a show at City Stage Theatre, a storied theater in Wilmington. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.

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Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

5.8/10 (7 reviews)

You can get tickets for a performance at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College during your trip to Wilmington. While you're in the area, stroll along the riverfront.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Cotton Exchange?

The Cotton Exchange is located in a family-friendly area of Wilmington known for its beautiful beaches and array of dining options. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, check out the 448 hotels and other accommodations you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The Cotton Exchange?

Adjacent to The Cotton Exchange, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveler data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and an outdoor pool. Other good options within a short distance include Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront and Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center.

How many hotels are there near The Cotton Exchange?

Expedia has 448 hotels and other accommodations within a mile from The Cotton Exchange.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Cotton Exchange, will I receive a refund?

Yes, most hotel reservations are fully refundable if you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of your check-in date. If you have a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Plug in your dates, click on "Search", then you can filter by "fully refundable" to view the top deals on offer near The Cotton Exchange.

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What can I see and do near The Cotton Exchange?

Study the collections at Battleship North Carolina, Cape Fear Museum of History and Science, or Wilmington Railroad Museum. While you're exploring, swing by Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, Bellamy Mansion Museum, and Legion Stadium to learn a bit about the area. You can catch a show at Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College, Live Oak Bank Pavilion, and Greenfield Lake Amphitheater.

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Our top choices for The Cotton Exchange hotels

1. Dreamers BNB

2. ARRIVE Wilmington

3. Embassy Suites by Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

4. Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

5. Hampton Inn by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

7. The Hive

8. Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

9. Water Street Retreats

10. Surf Suites

11. Home2 Suites by Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

12. Tru By Hilton Wilmington Wrightsville Beach

13. Hotel Lela Wilmington, Tapestry Collection By Hilton

14. Homewood Suites Wilmington/Mayfaire

15. Element by Marriott Wilmington

16. StudioRes by Marriott Wilmington

17. Silver Gull Motel

18. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington Porters Neck by IHG

19. Tru by Hilton Wilmington

20. Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

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Top The Cotton Exchange Hotel Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

5-Star Downtown Riverview Condo w/Parking

ARRIVE Wilmington

Aloft by Marriott Wilmington at Coastline Center

Chic Downtown Studio: A Hideaway Oasis

Catalina Crib~ Experience Downtown Wilmington Nightlife, Walk to Concerts

The Hive

Battleship Sunset on Water Street! River View! Free parking!!

Other attractions near The Cotton Exchange

Riverwalk

Wilmington Railroad Museum

Wilmington Convention Center

Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts

Cape Fear Museum of History and Science

The Eagle's Dare

City Stage Theatre

Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College

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