Located in New Market Center, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr offers a warm welcome with free breakfast, a cozy lobby fireplace and dry cleaning/laundry services. Enjoy the seasonal outdoor pool with sun loungers or unwind at the 24-hour gym. Previous guests rave about the delicious breakfast and helpful staff.
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Trask Coliseum - 2 min drive - 2.6 km
Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 9 min drive - 10.0 km
Riverwalk - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive - 12.9 km
Getting around
Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 12 min drive
Restaurants
Dunkin' - 13 min walk
Chick-fil-A - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 9 min walk
Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - 9 min walk
Golden Corral - 9 min walk
About this property
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG puts you within a 10-minute drive of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Riverwalk. For a workout, you can visit the 24-hour fitness center or go for a morning swim at the seasonal outdoor pool. Also, this hotel is within a short drive of Wrightsville Beach. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and breakfast.
At a glance
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Hotel size
131 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 21
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Children
Children (18 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking on site
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Free self-serve breakfast each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
Coffee/tea in a common area
Barbecue grills
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
What to do
Beach nearby
Free use of nearby fitness center
Bicycle rentals nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Kayaking nearby
Surfing/body boarding nearby
Scooter/moped rentals nearby
Segway rentals/tours nearby
Working away
24-hour business center
Meeting rooms
Computer station
Conference space (1400 square feet)
Services
24-hour front desk
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Pool loungers
Facilities
1 building/tower
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Picnic area
Terrace
Fireplace in lobby
Television in common areas
24-hour fitness center
Seasonal outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Braille/raised signage
Wheelchair-accessible parking
4 on-site accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices available
Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
Wheelchair-accessible van parking
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible business center
Wheelchair-accessible lounge
Visual alarms in hallways
Front entrance ramp
Closed captioned TV
Well-lit path to entrance
Stair-free path to entrance
Pool hoist on site
Room amenities
Be entertained
Video-game console
32-inch LCD TV
Premium cable channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Blackout drapes/curtains
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Free crib/infant bed
Free rollaway/extra bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi and wired internet
Free local calls
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Fees & policies
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM
The seasonal pool is open from May 31 to October 01
Policies
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 does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, Carte Blanche
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.
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 offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?
Yes, there's a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 9:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
Are pets allowed at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times 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. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
What is there to do at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG and nearby?
Have fun with activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking, and practice your swing at the nearby golf course. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy amenities like a seasonal outdoor pool, a 24-hour fitness center, and a picnic area.
What's the area around Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG like?
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG is in New Market Center, a short 17-minute walk from University of North Carolina at Wilmington.
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Reviews
Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Wilmington-University Ctr by IHG Reviews
7.8
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7.8
Cleanliness
8.2
Location
8.2
Staff & service
7.6
Property conditions & facilities
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 8, 2026
On a business trip, room clean, quiet location.
Martti
Martti, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Feb 14, 2026
breakfast is better. Staff is pleasant.
Lovena J
Lovena J, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 15, 2025
Friendly people, good service, clean area and good food
Rosario
Rosario, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 13, 2025
Great hotel. The staff were super helpful
Shannon
Shannon, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2025
Well kept room with good amenities, comfortable bed and good location
Kathryn
Kathryn, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Dec 13, 2025
Room was very clean
Emilio
Emilio, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Hotel was clean, staff very friendly, breakfast was great…..
bobby
bobby, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2025
This was the cleanest hotel I have stayed in and the breakfast was delicious!
Kaela
Kaela, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jul 3, 2025
Rooms ok location good.
stacey
stacey, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 30, 2025
The breakfast was good, and the location was in a good area.
Robert
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 21, 2025
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.
Josefina
Josefina, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 29, 2025
Clean rooms, nice lobby, helpful staff and breakfast was good!
Victoria
Victoria, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 16, 2025
Front office nice and beds were super comfortable.
Vicki
Vicki, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 11, 2025
Smooth check in and the coffee is really good.
Daryl
Daryl, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Mar 12, 2025
I absolutely loved the hotel and the staff was amazing. Would definitely stay again.
Jessica
Jessica, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Jun 19, 2025
Excellent service, very good attention, good location and above all very comfortable and clean.
Jaime
Jaime, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 28, 2025
Comfortable bed and soft pillows. Short distance to food outlets. Good choice of breakfasts. Enjoyed making my own pancakes. Reception staff were pretty helpful.
Vivienne
Vivienne, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Mar 5, 2025
Friendly staff, room was clean. Overall nice place to stay.
Tyler
Tyler, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Jul 7, 2025
Good location with free breakfast
Good location and clean room. Breakfast was good. Check in was a breeze.
Pawan
Pawan, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
May 29, 2025
Very quick check in and clean rooms.
Gregory
Gregory, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Sep 24, 2025
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.
DIANE
DIANE, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 15, 2025
Staff was very helpful and friendly.
Vincent
Vincent, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good
Apr 27, 2025
Hotel was decent but cleaning could have been better. Breakfast was good and rooms were quiet.
Janet
Janet, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good
Dec 7, 2024
Good hotel, friendly staff and clean room.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Apr 5, 2025
We were in town for a college tour. Our stay at was great. Clean room, comfortable beds and nice breakfast spread.