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MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

855-229-5934
5229 Market St, Wilmington, NC, US
4.0Very Good
Hotel amenities
Gym
Laundry
Free Breakfast
Pool
Parking

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About this property

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is located in Wilmington, NC, just a 3-minute drive from the University of North Carolina at Wilmington. The property sits 3.3 miles from Mayfaire Town Center and 4.3 miles from Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts. Wilmington International Airport is 4 miles away, making the hotel convenient for both business and leisure travelers. Guests rate the location highly at 4.4 out of 5 stars.

All 63 rooms are suites equipped with full kitchens featuring full-sized refrigerators, freezers, and stovetops. Each room includes premium bedding, a double sofa bed, a desk, and a separate sitting area. Cable programming and complimentary wired and wireless internet keep guests connected, while free local calling is available. Guest comfort ratings average 4.2 out of 5 stars.

The property offers a complimentary continental breakfast served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Recreation amenities include a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Free WiFi is available throughout the property, along with a business center, gift shop, and common area television. Nearby activities include golfing, hiking, biking, kayaking, sailing, water skiing, and rafting. The hotel is wheelchair accessible and welcomes pets, with designated smoking areas available.

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM with flexible late arrivals available. Standard check-out is at 12:00 PM. The hotel features 24-hour front desk service, free self-parking, and a safe-deposit box. With an overall guest rating of 4 out of 5 stars and 82.8% recommending the property, MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers reliable accommodations in the heart of Wilmington.

Location & nearby attractions

A stay at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area places you in the heart of Wilmington, a 3-minute drive from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 7 minutes from Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park. This hotel is 3.3 mi (5.3 km) from Mayfaire Town Center and 4.3 mi (7 km) from Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.
Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.

University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 2.3 km / 1.4 mi
Trask Coliseum - 3.3 km / 2 mi
Mayfaire Town Center - 5 km / 3.1 mi
Regal Mayfaire - 5.7 km / 3.5 mi
Long Leaf Park - 5.7 km / 3.6 mi
Ogden Park - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Wilmington Oakdale Cemetery - 5.9 km / 3.7 mi
Cape Fear Museum - 6.1 km / 3.8 mi
Carolina Heights - 6.3 km / 3.9 mi
Bellamy Mansion Museum - 6.4 km / 4 mi
Airlie Gardens - 6.5 km / 4 mi
Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts - 7 km / 4.3 mi
Stanley Rehder Carnivorous Plant Garden - 7 km / 4.3 mi
Burgwin-Wright House - 7 km / 4.3 mi
City Stage Theatre - 7 km / 4.4 mi

The preferred airport for MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7.4 km / 4.6 mi

Rooms

Make yourself at home in one of the 63 air-conditioned rooms featuring kitchens with full-sized refrigerators/freezers and stovetops. Your bed comes with premium bedding, and all rooms are furnished with double sofa beds. Complimentary wired and wireless internet access keeps you connected, and cable programming provides entertainment. Conveniences include desks and separate sitting areas, as well as phones with free local calls.

Dining

Complimentary breakfast.

A complimentary continental breakfast is served daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Amenities & features

Take advantage of recreation opportunities including a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. Additional features at this hotel include complimentary wireless internet access, gift shops/newsstands, and a television in a common area.
Featured amenities include a 24-hour business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and a 24-hour front desk. Free self parking is available onsite.

Getting here

4 Miles to Wilmington International Airport
Sorry, no airport shuttle available.
Free Parking. Truck and bus parking available.

Check-in & check-out

Check-in 3:00 PM - anytime
Check-out 12:00 PM
  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Contactless check-in is available
Contactless check-out is available

Pet policy

  • Pets allowed
  • 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 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Know before you go

  • The seasonal pool will be open from June to October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
  • Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.