River Hotel of Southport

Hotels
9.4 (1012 reviews)
704 East Moore Street , Southport , us

Free
Children allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Lift / Elevator
Facilities for disabled guests
Non-smoking throughout
Private check-in/check-out
Wheelchair accessible
Outdoor furniture
See all facilities

Review Highlights

Pros:
Clean and tidy rooms
Great location and views
Friendly and helpful staff
Comfortable beds and well-updated accommodations
Cons:
Cleanliness issues reported in some rooms
Missing amenities such as breakfast
Inconsistent appliance functionality

Categories

Cleanliness
8.64
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues with dirt and hair in the room.
Service
10
Numerous guests praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
10
Many guests highlighted the perfect location near downtown Southport and river views.
Room Quality
9.64
Guests often remarked on the comfortable beds and well-updated rooms.
Amenities
8.64
Some amenities were lacking, such as breakfast and functioning appliances.
Value for Money
9.64
Generally viewed as a good value for the quality of stay.
Food and Beverage
8.64
No breakfast offerings were noted, limiting food options at the hotel.
Overall Experience
10
Most guests reported a wonderful experience overall.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-06 01:14

Property Description

Private Beach Area for Ultimate Relaxation

Experience a tranquil getaway at River Hotel of Southport, nestled in the charming town of Southport, North Carolina. Unwind on our private beach area, perfect for soaking up the sun and enjoying the serene coastal views.

Comfortable Rooms with Kitchenettes

Our hotel offers cozy rooms equipped with convenient kitchenettes, complete with a fridge, dishwasher, and microwave. Whether you're staying for a weekend retreat or a longer vacation, enjoy the flexibility and ease of preparing your own meals in the comfort of your room.

Convenient Location for Exploring

Located just a short distance from popular attractions such as USS North Carolina and Thalian Hall, River Hotel of Southport provides easy access to the best of the region. Explore nearby landmarks like the Bellamy Mansion Museum of History and Design Arts before returning to relax at our waterfront retreat.

Book your stay at River Hotel of Southport and indulge in a coastal escape like no other.

Important information:

Please note the property is constructing another building. Noise disturbances will be limited to working hours. Contact property for details.Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.
Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 17 years old stay for free when using an existing bed.
    You haven't added any cots.
    You haven't added any extra beds.

  • Pets

    Pets are not allowed.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.4
Based on 1012 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.64
Service: 10
Location: 10
Room Quality: 9.64
Amenities: 8.64
Value for Money: 9.64
Food and Beverage: 8.64
Overall Experience: 10
J
Jeffery couple us
9
Super place to stay
Pros:

It was very close to downtown and restaurants! It is so tranquil and have there own private beach. And the rooms with the balcony's are just amazing. Not to mention the full size refrigerator! So nice and super clean.

Cons:

All positive here. There is nothing to dislike about the River Hotel of South port

2026-02-10 via Nuitee
C
Christopher solo_traveller us
10
2026-02-09 via Nuitee
C
Charlie solo_traveller us
8
2026-02-08 via Nuitee
D
Deborah couple us
10
Beautiful site and comfortable setting
Pros:

That it was on the water and close to downtown

Cons:

The scent of laundry products on the bedding was too strong for us.

2026-01-30 via Nuitee
J
Jennifer extended_group us
10
Pros:

Beautiful views of the water. Clean accommodations. Convenient access to downtown.

2026-01-29 via Nuitee
M
Maureen couple us
10
Pros:

Nice view, quiet.

2026-01-23 via Nuitee
G
Gidget couple us
8
Nice getaway
Pros:

Location

Cons:

Na

2026-01-21 via Nuitee
Z
Zoe couple us
10
Perfect.
Pros:

Beautiful property on the waterfront. Excellent and friendly staff, clean rooms and perfect location to walk into town

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
D
Dott couple us
10
Pros:

Room had everything you need

Cons:

Toilet was too low

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
S
Sara Judith solo_traveller mx
9
Excelente hotel
Pros:

La ubicación

2026-01-20 via Nuitee
C
Cathy couple us
6
Cons:

Our view

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
E
Ean couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
H
Heidi couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
T
Tricia family_with_children us
10
WE CANNOT WAIT GO GO BACK! This is our favorite place to stay now!
Pros:

We loved being waterfront, the modern decor of the rooms, that the staff had it nice and cool upon arrival, full size fridge with a full ice maker, spacious shower with PURE by Gloss products. Convenient covered parking... elevators!

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
J
Jeannette couple us
10
We absolutely loved the whole vacation and we will be returning soon.
Pros:

I loved the cleanliness of the rooms and location however according the the photos on the website I was expecting to be closer to oceanside. I was expecting to be able to hear the ocean from my room. Also the location was close to everything we needed to pick up for our trip.

Cons:

I didn't like the alligator signs lol it made me a little nervous but I was thankful for the warning lol I thought the area would have be larger but with the signs I understood.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
C
Candido family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
G
Georgia couple us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
Diana family_with_children us
10
I enjoyed my stay at River Hotel of Southport. The rooms were clean and comfortable.
Pros:

This place was very clean and the location was excellent. Convenient to downtown Southport and very close to the ferry marina.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee
D
Derek family_with_children us
10
2026-01-19 via Nuitee
A
Ashley family_with_children us
10
Perfect getaway with the kids.
Pros:

We love the location, a pool next to the waterfront, my husband enjoyed fishing off the pier.

2026-01-19 via Nuitee