Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area / Smith Creek Station
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About this property
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area / Smith Creek Station is located in Wilmington, NC, within the New Market Center area. The property sits just 5 minutes from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 9 minutes from Wrightsville Beach, making it convenient for both academic visitors and beach travelers. Wilmington International Airport is approximately 3.5 miles away. Guests consistently rate the location highly, with a 4.6 out of 5 rating based on nearly 1,000 reviews.
The hotel offers 125 guestrooms, including 9 suites, each equipped with a refrigerator and LCD television. Rooms feature complimentary wired and wireless internet access and cable programming for in-room entertainment. Private bathrooms include shower/tub combinations with complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Desks, complimentary weekday newspapers, and phones with free local calls round out room conveniences. Guests rated room comfort at 4.6 out of 5.
A complimentary buffet breakfast is served daily. The property features an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center for guest recreation. A bar/lounge is available for evening refreshment. Additional amenities include concierge services, a business center, conference space for meetings, and a television in the common area. Free self parking is provided, and a 24-hour front desk is staffed to assist guests. The property is wheelchair accessible throughout, with accessible parking, pathways, registration desk, pool, and fitness center.
Check-in runs from 3:00 PM to midnight, with check-out at 11:00 AM. Pets are welcome—dogs and cats are allowed, with a maximum of two pets per room. The hotel maintains a 4.5 out of 5 overall rating, with 94.2% of guests indicating they would recommend the property.
Location & nearby attractions
University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 2.5 km / 1.6 mi
Trask Coliseum - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Mayfaire Town Center - 3.9 km / 2.4 mi
Regal Mayfaire - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Ogden Park - 4.6 km / 2.9 mi
Airlie Gardens - 5.2 km / 3.2 mi
New Hanover County Arboretum - 6 km / 3.7 mi
Long Leaf Park - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Wrightsville Beach Museum of History - 6.8 km / 4.2 mi
Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery - 7.5 km / 4.6 mi
Wrightsville SUP - 7.6 km / 4.7 mi
Cape Fear Museum - 7.7 km / 4.8 mi
Carolina Heights - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 7.9 km / 4.9 mi
Screen Gems Studios - 8 km / 5 mi
The preferred airport for Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 8.7 km / 5.4 mi
Rooms
Dining
Complimentary breakfast.
Amenities & features
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Check-in & check-out
- 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
Pet policy
- Pets allowed
- Only dogs and cats are allowed
- Maximum number of pets per room 2
- Service animals are allowed
- Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
- Service animals complying with ADA Title lll regulations are allowed.
Fees & policies
- Pet fee: USD 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
- Service animals are exempt from fees
- Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay
Know before you go
- 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.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).