Vacation packages
Stays
Cars
Flights
Support
AARP Member Savings
My Trips
AARP.org
Join
Renew

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of North Carolina at Wilmington

Choose dates to view prices

Photo gallery for Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Exterior
Lobby
Business center
Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board
BBQ/picnic area
Located in North College, Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach offers a full breakfast, convenience store, seasonal pool, laundry facilities, and reliable WiFi. Guests frequently praise the exceptionally helpful staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking included

Room options

Available filters for rooms
Showing 16 of 16 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(40 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Pet Friendly)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only;Pet Friendly)

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only;Pet Friendly)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Bathtub

7.6 out of 10
Good
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave (Shower Only)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Refrigerator & Microwave

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
Smart TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

1 King Bed, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 2

Accessible-1 King, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Roll in Shower, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for 2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Bathtub

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, iron/ironing board

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave and Refrigerator, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

Accessible-2 Queen, Mobility Accessible, Communication Assistance, Bathtub, Non-Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Communication Accessible / Wifi Microwave Refrigerator Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Pet Friendly Room, Microwave and Refrigerator, Bathtub

  • Sleeps 4

2 Queen Beds, Non-Smoking, Microwave And Refrigerator, Shower Only

  • Sleeps 4

You may also like

Ad
Terrace/patio

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown Wilmington
  • Pool
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.2 out of 10, Very Good, 1,368 reviews
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

About the neighborhood

Map
5345 Market St, Wilmington, NC, 28405

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 7 min drive - 4.4 miles
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 7 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Riverwalk - 9 min drive - 4.9 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 9 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 11 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach

Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Take advantage of free full breakfast, a grocery/convenience store, and laundry facilities at Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices), and guests can find other amenities such as a gym and a 24-hour business center.
Other perks at this hotel include:
  • A seasonal outdoor pool along with sun loungers
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, outdoor furniture, and an elevator
  • A 24-hour front desk, coffee/tea in the lobby, and multilingual staff
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast and helpful staff
Room features
All 92 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to perks like free WiFi and desk chairs. Guest reviews give good marks for the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Free infant beds and free extra beds
  • Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations and free toiletries
  • 55-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
  • Wardrobes/closets, refrigerators, and microwaves

Similar properties

Lobby

Sleep Inn

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
8.0 out of 10, Very Good, 1,012 reviews
Sleep Inn

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Pool gate
  • Seasonal outdoor pool

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • Computer station

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Smooth flooring in room
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • 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 registration desk

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Free rollaway/extra bed
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 55-inch smart TV with premium cable channels
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 30
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 30 per accommodation, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Specific rooms only, restrictions apply; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 30 per accommodation, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 30 (subject to availability)

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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and window guards
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

We should mention

The seasonal pool will be open from May to September
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

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Hotel Wilmington
Best Western Plus University Inn Wilmington
Best Western Plus University Wilmington
Best Western Plus University
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Hotel
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Wilmington
Plus Wilmington Wrightsville
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Hotel
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Wilmington
Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Hotel Wilmington

Frequently asked questions

Does Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach have a pool?

Yes, this property has a seasonal outdoor pool.

Is Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 30 per accommodation, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Early check-in is available for a fee of USD 30 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach?

Check-out is at noon.

Where is Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach located?

Located in North College, this hotel is within 3 mi (5 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington, Trask Coliseum, and Mayfaire Town Center. Regal Mayfaire is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Reviews

Best Western Plus Wilmington/Wrightsville Beach Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.2

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.8

Staff & service

8.2

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 523 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 250 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 110 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 64 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 56 out of 1003 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Modern decor and very clean and great beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly stuff, clean room, good breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room/hotel was clean and the staff was amazingly friendly and welcoming!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This property was fantastic. Friendly staff, great amenities and location in a nice part of town. Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place love everything about our first visit
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Crystal

Great place to stay. The beds are comfortable and room is spacious.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessa

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay. The staff were welcoming and helpful, the room was clean and comfortable, and the overall atmosphere was relaxing. It was perfect for our short vacation.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, friendly staff, good price, easy drive to the beach and to downtown.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Dianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Blair

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Helpful and ez staff tomwork with
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

william

Liked: Amenities
Yup all good
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Lori

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

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

Very welcoming and convenient to locations

Very friendly environment. Clean and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
i like the location
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Muhittin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place overall.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Fannie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel with great amenities. Great staff. Conveniently located in a quite area.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Debra

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The staff were great
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice room. Very clean. Great breakfast. Front desk and Buffett lady were very nice. Would love a dog walk area
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clifford

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was very clean and nice. Staff were especially friendly and helpful. Definitely recommend!!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Adam

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Hotel needs renovation
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room quite and a nice staff breakfast was also nice
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Willie

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

Relaxing stay

Very clean and accommodating concerned if there was anything that we needed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property staff were very nice and helpful. The room was clean and comfortable. Would staff there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathalia

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was very clean and organized, I definitely liked it a lot
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

  • † More information about the $50 gift card with flight package benefit may be found at: https://www.expedia-aarp.com/lp/b/vacationpackages50prepaid

  • English Copyright 1995 – 2025. All rights reserved. Use of this Web site constitutes acceptance of the Expedia User Agreement and Privacy Policy. Expedia pays a royalty fee to AARP for the use of AARP’s intellectual property. These fees are used for the general purpose of AARP. All goods or services and discounts offered via the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia ®, are provided by third-party suppliers. AARP and its affiliates do not endorse and are not responsible for the goods or services and discounts made available on this site. Offers are subject to change and may have restrictions. Please contact the AARP® Travel Center powered by Expedia® directly for full details. AARP and its affiliates are not insurers.