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ARRIVE Wilmington, 101 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, NC -(888) 323-5826
Area: Wilmington Central
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HOTEL RATING: 
WONDERFUL
4.5 out of 5 (362 Ratings)
1.3 miles Live Oak Bank Pavilion Wilmington
v5 mins driving
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The Spotlight on ARRIVE Wilmington

Boutique Charm Just Steps from Wilmington’s Music and Culture

Modern, artsy, and full of character, ARRIVE Wilmington is a stylish 4-star boutique hotel nestled in the heart of downtown. Just a short walk from Thalian Hall and close to the city’s buzzing riverfront, this hotel blends Southern hospitality with a fresh, contemporary vibe. With a lush garden courtyard, onsite dining, and chic design touches, it’s a relaxing base between shows.

Guests can enjoy free WiFi, room service, and even rooms with kitchenettes—ideal for extended stays or low-key pre-concert meals.

Why Concert-goers love it

ARRIVE Wilmington puts you in the middle of the action, just a 4-minute walk to Thalian Hall and a quick ride to other popular venues. The neighborhood is lively but not rowdy, so you’ll get a good night’s sleep after the encore. Flexible check-in from 3:00 PM and a reasonable check-out at 11:00 AM give you time to ease into the day after a late night. Private parking and walkable streets make it easy to come and go—even if you're catching a rideshare after the show.

Who this Hotel is great for

- Groups of friends looking for a central, stylish stay
- Solo travelers chasing a bucket-list concert
- Couples planning a romantic weekend with live music
- Fans needing a quiet, cozy space to recharge
- Budget-conscious music lovers who still want boutique quality

Food and Drink Options

ARRIVE Wilmington features a trendy onsite restaurant and bar with American and vegetarian options, plus an à la carte breakfast that’s perfect for late risers. While 24/7 room service isn’t available, the in-room minibar and walkable downtown location mean late-night bites are never far away. Some rooms even offer kitchenettes with a fridge and microwave—great for snacks after the show.

Nightlife Options

The hotel bar offers a classy, laid-back vibe with craft cocktails and is a short stroll from numerous local bars, pubs, and lounges. Whether you’re into live music spots or low-key wine bars, downtown Wilmington has options just steps away.

What People Say

Reviewers rave about the hotel’s beautiful design, friendly service, and excellent location. Many mention how easy it is to walk to restaurants, shops, and music venues. Guests love the peaceful courtyard area and say it offers a retreat-like feel in the middle of the city.

Areas for Improvement

Some guests mention the parking is limited and not included, so plan for an added fee. While most rooms are spacious, a few travelers found the layout a bit quirky—but that’s part of the boutique charm. Also, if you need total silence, bring earplugs—this is downtown, after all.

The Bottom Line

ARRIVE Wilmington is a stylish, centrally located gem that hits all the right notes for concert-goers looking for comfort, convenience, and a touch of flair.
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Non Smoking
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Pets Allowed
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Free Breakfast
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Free Parking
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Swimming Pool
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Fitness Center
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Business Center
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Airport Shuttle
Other Amenities
` Garden
` Room Service
` Safety Deposit Box
` Air Conditioning
` Bar
` Express Check-In/Check-Out
` Coffee shop
` Heating
` Wheelchair accessible
` On-site parking
` Accessible parking
` Free Wi-Fi
` Picnic Area
` Restaurant(s)
` Sun Deck
` Daily Housekeeping
` Non-Smoking Rooms Available
` Wine/champagne
` Pet bowls
` Outdoor furniture
` Outdoor fireplace
` Smoke alarms
` Fire extinguishers
` Guests can opt-out of daily cleaning service
` Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities
` Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed
` First aid kit available
` Cashless payment available
` Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines
` Invoices
` All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
` Food delivery
` Electronic room key
` CCTV security in common areas
` Daily disinfection
` Facilities for disabled guests available
` Luggage storage & lockers
` Non-smoking property
` Accessible toilet
` Pets allowed (charges may apply)
` Parking available (charges may apply)
` Valet parking (charges may apply)

ARRIVE Wilmington Guest Reviews

Overall Average Score: 
Wonderful (4.5 out of 5)

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5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Susan Fri, 15 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Lissa Wed, 13 August 2025

Great experience!

Liked: Loved the outside sitting areas and gazebo bar! The room was spacious and I loved the tile in the bathroom!Loved the bartender John at the gazebo bar! So pleasant to talk to and he made great cocktails!Leo our valet attendant was so helpful with our car check in and taking our bags to our room.
Disliked: The attendant at the front desk wasn’t professional when we checked in. She seemed like she was uninterested in giving us information about our stay. It would have been nice to have some bottled water that we didn’t have to pay for in our room.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Andres Tue, 12 August 2025

Exceptional

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Aaron Sun, 10 August 2025

Good

Disliked: Parking situation could be improved. Don't make hotel guests pay for valet parking.

3.5

Good - 3.5 out of 5

Corey Sun, 10 August 2025

Nice stay in downtown Wilmington

Liked: Nice visit to Wilmington. Comfortable hotel room. Good brunch at the restaurant onsite.
Disliked: A little overpriced for the overall hotel quality, could offset with complimentary parking, complimentary water/snacks.

1.5

Poor - 1.5 out of 5

Kellie Fri, 8 August 2025

I was disappointed compared to...

Liked: Great location, comfortable beds.
Disliked: Not clean on arrival. Dust bunnies on floor and random hairs on clean sheets. King bed but barely enough room for 2 people.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Gannon Mon, 4 August 2025

Exceptional

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Anonymous Fri, 25 July 2025

THE NIGHT CREW WAS GREAT

Liked: IT WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE IF WE HAD A COFFEE MAKER IN OUR ROOM. I DID NOT MIND GOING TO THE RESTURANT BUT I NEED IT TO GET STARTED FOR THE DAY
Disliked: NEED A COFFEE MAKER TO START MY DAY

4.5

Wonderful - 4.5 out of 5

Jessie Mon, 14 July 2025

Superb

Liked: Loved the bathroom/shower set up. The gold accents were everything!
Disliked: The size of the room was quite petite for me with my dogs. Nonetheless, it was pet friendly which was the most important thing for me.

5

Exceptional - 5.0 out of 5

Smith Thu, 10 July 2025

Exceptional

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ARRIVE Wilmington 101 South 2nd Street, Wilmington, NC