Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

3.0 star property

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Terrace/patio
Check-in/check-out kiosk
Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Restaurant

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

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229 North 2nd Street, Wilmington, NC, 28401
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(38 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)
  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Located in Downtown Wilmington, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District is adjacent to Cape Fear Community College and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Riverwalk. This 3-star hotel has 124 rooms and welcomes guests with a bar/lounge, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

  • Cape Fear Community College - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Riverwalk - 4 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Hell's Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beer Barrio - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪I Love NY Pizza - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Eagle's Dare - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District

At Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Valet parking is available for USD 33 per day. The front desk has multilingual staff standing by 24 hours a day to assist with securing valuables and luggage storage. Additional amenities include a conference center, a 24-hour business center, and a terrace.
37-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and free local calls are also standard. Change of towels is available on request.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered valet parking on site (USD 33 per day; includes in/out privileges)

Food and drink

  • On-the-go breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; USD 6.95 to 12.95 for adults and USD 3.95 to 6.95 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Bistro Breakfast
  • Bistro PM

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Multilingual staff

Business services

  • 24-hour business center
  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (1,884 square feet of space)

Outdoors

  • 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.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Height-adjustable showerhead
  • Lever door handles
  • Low-height electrical outlets in bathroom
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 6 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2013
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 37-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6.95 to 12.95 for adults, and USD 3.95 to 6.95 for children
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 33 per day (in/out privileges)

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott)
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM—-midnight
  • Check-out: noon
  • Minimum check-in age: 21
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers valet parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Marriott).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM.
  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Courtyard historic District Hotel Wilmington Downtown
Courtyard Wilmington Downtown historic District
Courtyard Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District Hotel
Courtyard Marriott Downtown/Historic District Hotel
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Courtyard Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District
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Courtyard Marriott Historic

Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District offers free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do close to Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Wilmington, just steps from The Cotton Exchange and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts, and within a short walk of Riverwalk. You'll also find Cape Fear River and Live Oak Bank Pavilion less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

Yes, secured valet parking is offered for USD 33 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District feature a casino at the property?

No, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access between 8:00 AM and 8:00 PM.

Is Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like free Internet access as well as a bar and an outdoor pool.

Are there hot tubs at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District serves to-go breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Bistro Breakfast.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District though service animals are welcome.

Does Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District have connecting rooms?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

What is the closest airport to Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

The closest major airport to Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 3.9 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District.

Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown/Historic District Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 529 out of 972 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 972 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 96 out of 972 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 54 out of 972 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 972 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bruce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very comfortable mattress in a unique room. Didn't feel very cookie-cutter.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim, Jacksonville

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a very nice hotel and shopping location
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Lory

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and comfortable in a handy location
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jermaine

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wished I didn’t pay to stay there
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tinesha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was ok
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff. Excellent location - walking distance to restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Esref

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Nathan

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just bad parking everything else was goos
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Myles

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Darryl

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

LINDA

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Close to the Riverwalk, entertainment and dining.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025