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Chestnut Hostel

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a black refrigerator, and a granite countertop. - Chestnut Hostel (Wilmington)
A living room with two sofas, a ceiling fan, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall. - Chestnut Hostel (Wilmington)
A set of grey metal lockers with numbers 1 to 9, arranged in two columns, in a narrow hallway with wooden flooring and white walls. - Chestnut Hostel (Wilmington)
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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a window with blinds. - Chestnut Hostel (Wilmington)
Close to Riverwalk, Chestnut Hostel has plenty to offer. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

6.0 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

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Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a kitchen with white cabinets, and a window with blinds.

Basic Shared Dormitory

  • 21 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bunk Bed

Basic Shared Dormitory, Non Smoking, Air conditioning

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 6 Twin Bunk Beds

About the neighborhood

Located in Northside, a neighborhood in Wilmington, Chestnut Hostel is near the airport. Children's Museum of Wilmington and Riverfront Park are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit The Cotton Exchange and Independence Mall. Ready for a night out? Consider Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard - Wilmington and The Eagle's Dare. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
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1009 Chestnut St, Wilmington, NC, 28401

What's nearby

  • A large white building with columns and arched windows.
    Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
    14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.
    Riverwalk
    19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.
    Wilmington Convention Center
    2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • On Thyme
    16 min walk
  • Hell's Kitchen
    15 min walk
  • Crofton's Pretzels
    13 min walk
  • Slice of Life
    16 min walk
  • Hidden Grounds Coffee
    17 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Lockers
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 4 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

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  • Communal living room
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shared bathroom (in-room sink)
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Shared kitchen access
  • Stovetop

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  • Air conditioning
  • Heating
  • Shared accommodations

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight

Early check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Late check-out subject to availability

A late check-out fee will be charged

Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property

Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and an access code; access will be through a private entrance

Prior to arrival, you must complete online registration via a secure link

If you are planning to arrive after midnight please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Access code, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Late check-out is available for a fee (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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Chestnut Hostel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Chestnut Hostel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Chestnut Hostel?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Chestnut Hostel located?

Located in Northside, this hostel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Bowstring Pizza and Brewyard - Wilmington and Riverwalk. Bellamy Mansion Museum and Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery are also within 15 minutes.

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Reviews

Chestnut Hostel Reviews

6.0

2.0

Cleanliness

2.0

Amenities

2.0

Staff & service

2.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 2 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Mustafa

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026