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Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

2.5 star property
Pet-friendly Wilmington hotel connected to the convention center, steps from Cape Fear Community College

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Reception
Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Free daily buffet breakfast
Exterior
Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | View from room
Best Western Plus Coastline Inn sits in the heart of Wilmington, offering a convenient retreat with full breakfast and free in-room WiFi. Travelers can explore the nearby Wilmington Railroad Museum or unwind on the terrace after using the gym.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Laundry

Room options

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Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Sofa bed - double
Rainfall showerhead
  • 46 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(67 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(58 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • 33 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed) | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking (with Sofabed)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (View)

Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible (View)

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • River view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

View from room

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Walk-in Shower)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
Hair dryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
503 Nutt St, Wilmington, NC, 28401

What's nearby

  • Cape Fear Community College - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riverwalk - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Battleship North Carolina - 4 min drive - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Bonita Latin Fusion - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cape Fear Wine And Beer - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Drift Coffee & Kitchen - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn

Hotel near Cape Fear Community College
Located close to Wilmington Railroad Museum and Wilmington Convention Center, Best Western Plus Coastline Inn provides free full breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and dry cleaning/laundry services. In addition to a gym and a 24-hour business center, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps.
Other perks include:
  • Self parking (surcharge), express check-out, and luggage storage
  • A front-desk safe, a vending machine, and a 24-hour front desk
  • An elevator and smoke-free premises
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All 53 rooms feature comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews speak well of the clean rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with rainfall showers and free toiletries
  • 39-inch TVs with premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, separate sitting areas, and refrigerators

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 15 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • On a river

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator (36 inch wide door)
  • Handrails in stairways (34 inches high)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (38 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per night, plus a deposit of USD 150 per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 176 lbs per pet)
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

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
Rollaway/extra beds are not available
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 15.00 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Pet deposit: USD 150 per stay
  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards and cash
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Care Clean (Best Western)
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Best Western Plus Coastline Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 176 lbs per pet. There's a deposit of USD 150 per stay and a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Coastline Inn?

Self parking is available for USD 15.00 per day. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Coastline Inn?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Coastline Inn?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Best Western Plus Coastline Inn located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this hotel is steps from Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington Railroad Museum, and Wilmington Convention Center. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Cape Fear Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

Best Western Plus Coastline Inn Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

8.8

Cleanliness

10

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.6

Eco-friendliness

8.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 621 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 243 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 89 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 33 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 19 out of 1005 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Deloise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, good breakfast, location, friendly staff
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff was very kind when we checked in. The breakfast was excellent and the staff member was friendly and very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dawn

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

10/10 Excellent

Stanley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time and we'll be back
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
loved the view of the riverfront walkway and easy access to concert venue. would definitely stay again!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

BETH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
clean rooms/great breakfast options/location perfect. Needs to have some room updates or repairs.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice facility, friendly staff. Plenty of parking. Good breakfast options. Close walking distance to downtown area. A bar/restaurant option on site would be a nice addition. Overall excellent stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

heath

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved being able to walk everywhere we needed to go
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved this location. Can walk to everywhere. Wake up to a view of the river. Breakfast was eh but everything else was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Sonia

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The breakfast menu was fresh and fine. The parking lot was fine also. The mattress was lopsided, but the room was clean. The staff at the front desk were helpful and courteous.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though we only stayed one night, everything was top notch! Friendly staff, nice rooms and the breakfast was very good!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Galina

Average hotel in an excellent location. Our room was with the river view, which was absolutely fantastic view. All other was very average. I would not stay in this hotel for more than one night.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hotel had great view of the water way. Very convenient to things downtown.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Open areas for views of different parts of the downtown area, direct view of the river, access to river walk! Close to Live Oak Pavillion for events! Clean, open and airy feel! Sitting spaces, fitness area, breakfast room with a wonderful attendant! We have enjoyed our time here!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Katherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was great and room was clean but small. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, well kept and convenient to the concert we were attending
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Juliane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was uniquely constructed in such that access to rooms was outdoors but covered. Breakfast was on the third floor, indoors or outdoors. ( Indoor space a bit small though). Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

RALPH

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love the location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
staff was very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is in a great location. We were able to walk to dinner at Front Street Brewery and walk to Live Oak Bank Pavillion. Highly recommend, especially if you get a room with a river view!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Beverly

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The hotel was ok... The room was not there cleanest but ok for a 2 day stay. The front desk staff were very nice, helpful, and professional
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Love my stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful staff and a great location on the river.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

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