MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

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Main Stay Suites
7.9 (564 reviews)
5229 Market Street , Wilmington , us

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Offsite parking discounted rates available
Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Family rooms
Pets allowed
BBQ facilities
Lift / Elevator
Fax/photocopying
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Cons:
Odor issues
Breakfast limitations

Categories

Cleanliness
7.65
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness positively, while others reported unpleasant odors.
Service
8.65
General sentiment was positive regarding staff friendliness, despite some isolated service issues.
Location
8.65
Multiple reviews praised the convenient location.
Room Quality
7.65
Room quality varied, with some issues such as damaged furniture reported.
Amenities
7.15
Amenities were described as lacking, with complaints about breakfast options.
Value for Money
8.15
Overall value was viewed positively, considering the location and cleanliness.
Food and Beverage
7.15
Breakfast options were criticized; many reviews mentioned it being carb-heavy.
Overall Experience
8.15
General sentiment was positive; many guests expressed willingness to return.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 07:57

Property Description

Convenient Location and Nearby Attractions
The MainStay Suites hotel in Wilmington, NC, nestled between the beach and downtown, offers easy access to local attractions like the Cape Fear Museum and Wrightsville Beach.

Full-Service Amenities
Enjoy fully equipped kitchens, complimentary deluxe continental breakfast, premium cable TV, high-speed Internet, outdoor pool, fitness center, and manager's reception every Wednesday.

Spacious Suites with Home-like Comforts
Relax in suites featuring full kitchens, living rooms, and convenient amenities like coffee makers, dishwashers, and ironing boards.

Experience comfort and convenience at MainStay Suites Wilmington. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Guests must be 21 years of age or older to make a reservation.

Upon check-in photo identification and credit card is required. All special requests are subject to availability upon check-in. Special requests cannot be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 12:00 PM
Airport code: ILM

Property Policies

  • Parking

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

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • 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 allowed. Charges may be applicable.

Location

Guest Reviews

7.9
Based on 564 reviews
Cleanliness: 7.65
Service: 8.65
Location: 8.65
Room Quality: 7.65
Amenities: 7.15
Value for Money: 8.15
Food and Beverage: 7.15
Overall Experience: 8.15
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Portia • solo_traveller • us
10
2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Pamela • solo_traveller • us
8
2026-04-20 • via Nuitee
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Christina • extended_group • us
1
Absolutely disgusting and very disappointing
Pros:

Absolutely nothing

Cons:

No doors worked, facility was dirty, booked specifically for kitchen- no utensils non working stove top. AC in room was barely working. The grounds outside were full of cigarette stubs and dog shit. Will never stay here again

2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Lamangalie • family_with_children • us
1
2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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Edmond • solo_traveller • us
8
Pros:

The room had a total kitchen and split off for privacy.

Cons:

When I got off the elevator I thought I was going to gag and pass because of the weed smell.. The towels had stains in them. I alerted the desk clerk but she looked at me as if I was clearly wasting her time(verbally she wasn't rude)..

2026-04-15 • via Nuitee
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Hope • family_with_children • us
10
It was immaculate
Pros:

everything was amazing staff breakfast breakfast attended front desk rooms wer very clean n cozy kitchen n bathroom was very clean i’ll most definitely b back

Cons:

nothing!!!!!

2026-04-12 • via Nuitee
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Mercedes • family_with_children • us
8
Cons:

Hair was on the couch,towels, and bed

2026-03-27 • via Nuitee
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Adrienne • couple • us
8
2026-03-18 • via Nuitee
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Leiminger • couple • us
3
It was not clean, but thank you to the kind staff.
Pros:

The bed and pillows were comfortable. Location is good and central. The staff was amazing and extremely friendly.

Cons:

The floors in our room were nasty, dirt and black marks on the walls, hair in the sink, overall dirty. The breakfast was literally non-existent.

2026-03-10 • via Nuitee
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Tschekunow • family_with_children • us
6
2026-03-07 • via Nuitee
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Williams • family_with_children • us
10
Cons:

I have been going here for the past couple of years never had a problem most of all,but the only thing I dnt like about the rooms are they need to upgrade the furniture.

2026-03-05 • via Nuitee
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Sequanna • couple • us
10
2026-02-23 • via Nuitee
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Angeleyes9747 • extended_group • us
7
2026-01-27 • via Nuitee
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Tiffany • family_with_children • us
8
It was good and I would stay here again. Breakfast was pretty carb forward so if you have dietary needs be prepared to b
Pros:

It was clean and staff were friendly.

Cons:

The cleaning agents used for pet friendly rooms were overpowering.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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James • couple • us
10
Overall was excellent
Pros:

Size of room was spacious , beds were comfortable and the room was very clean.

Cons:

Breakfast could have included scrambled eggs.

2026-01-20 • via Nuitee
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Maria • family_with_children • us
2
Pros:

Location

Cons:

It was a weird smell. Very old place.
Needs some renovations.
Front desk person wasn’t too nice.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Julie • family_with_children • us
10
Pros:

Everything

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Edward • couple • us
9
2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • extended_group • us
8
i'd stay here again.
Pros:

the bed was pretty comfy and the suite as a whole was not too bad. front desk was helpful.

Cons:

the breakfast was very lacking. Very few options and not a lot of it at all. stains on the furniture.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee
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Vivian • couple • us
5
Fair
Pros:

Breakfast was good! And rooms clean.

Cons:

Updates inside facilities. Carpets hallway and rooms all furniture etc.

2026-01-19 • via Nuitee