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

2.5 star property
Guests start their day with a delicious breakfast before relaxing by the seasonal outdoor pool or energizing at the 24-hour fitness center

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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
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking (MOBILITY)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(31 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, Non Smoking

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

Standard Room, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(40 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial)

Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Non Smoking (Imperial) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, in-room safe, desk

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
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Located in New Market Center, a neighborhood in Wilmington, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG is near the airport and near the beach. Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Cape Fear Museum are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Mayfaire Town Center and The Cotton Exchange. Traveling with kids? Consider Carolina Heights and Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, parasailing, and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
Map
160 Van Campen Blvd, Wilmington, NC, 28403

What's nearby

  • FFHFRM The University of North Carolina at Wilmington campus, North Carolina, USA
    University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Aerial panorama view of Wilmington North Carolina historic district along the Cape Fear river, with the North Carolina battleship with cloudy sky
    Riverwalk
    9 min drive - 6.4 miles
  • Wilmington_WilmingtonConventionCenter_6127710_0004
    Wilmington Convention Center
    9 min drive - 6.6 miles
  • Trask Coliseum
    2 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion
    9 min drive - 6.2 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Dunkin'
    13 min walk
  • Carolina Ale House
    10 min walk
  • Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House
    9 min walk
  • Cracker Barrel
    7 min walk
  • Golden Corral
    9 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
  • Luggage storage, a TV in the lobby, and coffee/tea in the lobby
  • A front-desk safe, a banquet hall, and meeting rooms
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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.

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?

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

7.6

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 426 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 141 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 104 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 84 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rosario

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly people, good service, clean area and good food
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. The staff were super helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

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

bobby

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was clean, staff very friendly, breakfast was great…..
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

stacey

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms ok location good.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kaela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the cleanest hotel I have stayed in and the breakfast was delicious!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DIANE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were traveling up from Miami and got there very late 3 AM in the morning and Kyle was amazing at the front desk. He had all of our paperwork ready and knew we were coming told us where to park with our RV so the check-in was quick so that we can get to bed ASAP hit breakfast in the morning and be out the door. The AM staff was pretty awesome as well.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The breakfast was good, and the location was in a good area.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vicki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front office nice and beds were super comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jaime

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent service, very good attention, good location and above all very comfortable and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Pawan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Good location with free breakfast

Good location and clean room. Breakfast was good. Check in was a breeze.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daryl

Liked: Cleanliness
Smooth check in and the coffee is really good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 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

8/10 Good

Victoria

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms, nice lobby, helpful staff and breakfast was good!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick check in and clean rooms.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I absolutely loved the hotel and the staff was amazing. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was pleasant. King bed was super comfy. Very clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

Janet

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was decent but cleaning could have been better. Breakfast was good and rooms were quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 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

Gregory

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very quick check in and clean
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie

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

Good stay

We only had a one night stay but no complaints. Front desk was very friendly and the breakfast was good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We were in town for a college tour. Our stay at was great. Clean room, comfortable beds and nice breakfast spread.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mabel Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The property was in the middle of everything we wanted to see which was great. Unfortunately, the pool was closed during our stay which we did not know until check in. Beds were extremely comfy, however, a huge plus when staying in a hotel!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025