Embassy Suites By Hilton Wilmington Riverfront

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Embassy Suites Hotels
8.7 (901 reviews)
9 Estell Lee Place , Wilmington , us

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Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

Fitness facilities (surcharge)
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Swimming pool
Restaurant
Room service
Pets allowed
Lift / Elevator
Luggage storage
Express check-in/check-out
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Great breakfast
Friendly staff
Good location
Clean rooms
Beautiful ambiance
Cons:
Room size issues
Parking fees
Limited restaurant hours

Categories

Cleanliness
8.65
Most reviews mention clean facilities, though some had concerns about specific room odors.
Service
9.02
Many reviews highlighted friendly and accommodating staff, enhancing the overall experience.
Location
8.96
Consistently praised for being central and convenient, close to nightlife and attractions.
Room Quality
8.3
Some reviews noted issues with room size and amenities, but overall quality was appreciated.
Amenities
8.54
Good comments on breakfast and facilities, but parking fees and restaurant hours received some negative feedback.
Value for Money
8.6
General positive sentiment, balanced by some concerns regarding prices for services.
Food and Beverage
8.75
Excellent breakfast praised in several reviews, although some desire more menu variety.
Overall Experience
8.81
Mostly positive experiences overall, reflecting satisfaction despite some minor issues.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 05:17

Property Description

Luxurious Stay by the Riverfront

River View Rooms and Indoor Pool
Experience the serenity of a river view room at Embassy Suites By Hilton Wilmington Riverfront, complete with a flat-screen TV and cozy bedding. Relax by the indoor pool for a refreshing break during your stay.

Convenient Location and Dining Options
Situated just a stone's throw away from USS North Carolina and Thalian Hall, this hotel offers easy access to top attractions. Indulge in delicious meals at the on-site restaurant and unwind with a drink at the bar.

Entertainment and 24-Hour Service
Enjoy evening entertainment and round-the-clock service at the 24-hour front desk. With amenities like free WiFi and private parking, your comfort is our priority at Embassy Suites By Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.

Book your stay now for a memorable experience at Embassy Suites By Hilton Wilmington Riverfront.

Important information:

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: 11:30 AM
Airport code: ILM

Property Policies

  • 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.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 9 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Parking

    Private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed) and costs USD 30 per day.

Location

Guest Reviews

8.7
Based on 901 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.65
Service: 9.02
Location: 8.96
Room Quality: 8.3
Amenities: 8.54
Value for Money: 8.6
Food and Beverage: 8.75
Overall Experience: 8.81
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Dana • solo_traveller • us
10
Wonderful hotel centrally located
Pros:

Location is central in Wilmington. Located near the Riverwalk, Live Oak Pavillion many restaurants and downtown. Pretty much everything is walking distance. The staff was very friendly and professional. The hotel was exceptionally clean. The room was spacious and had all items needed, like in room fridge, iron, blow dryer. Valet parking is available. There is also a rooftop bar and restaurants. While there, ate at the 2nd floor restaurant the food was amazing and the drinks were very good.

Cons:

Nothing. Loved everything.

2026-04-25 • via Nuitee
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Kriston • couple • us
10
Perfect size room perfect location
Pros:

Beautiful spacious rooms.

Cons:

All of the extra touches

2026-04-24 • via Nuitee
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ING_T • couple • us
9
Exceptional View at a Beautiful Hotel
Pros:

The hotel and the view are both wonderful. The restaurant and on-site bar are both very spacious with excellent service. The breakfast offered was one of the best we have ever had while on vacation! The convenience to the Riverwalk, shops and restaurants were also added benefits of the hotels location!

Cons:

There was some areas of the bathroom that could have been cleaned better - and the bed and pillows were not that comfortable. The bed I would rate higher than the pillows, but overall neither great for restful sleep.

2026-04-21 • via Nuitee
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OnAir47709730864 • Family
10
Wonderful stay
Pros:

Wonderful weekend spot for the family. From arrival and consistent cheerful greeting from the valet Leo to the amazing breakfast and views, we felt personally welcomed and appreciated over a busy weekend (weddingw and proms both nights). Would love to stay here again.

2026-04-19 • via Tripadvisor
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113marleyh • Family
10
Great help at embassy suites
Pros:

Leo was a great help at the valet, definitely give him a raise😁

2026-04-19 • via Tripadvisor
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Dennis • couple • us
10
N/A
Pros:

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Cons:

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2026-04-16 • via Nuitee
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O3302GPtylers • Family
10
Easy stay at Embassy Suites Wilmington
Pros:

Very convenient, good breakfast, nice staff, ok gym, and indoor pool that the kids loved. Leo at the valet stand is a gem and elevated our stay from good to great. Thanks!

2026-04-13 • via Tripadvisor
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Crane • family_with_children • us
5
Pros:

i liked being able to park and walk downtown to everything we wanted to do. The breakfast was pretty good. Just the fact that they had many items to choose from was nice.

Cons:

when i originally booked the room it was for the 10-12th of April. I contacted the property about adding another day. I was told to book it again for the 9th thru the 10th. I was told i could merge the bookings. Before arrival i contacted the front desk since no one contacted me back. Spoke to them and i could merge for a fee due to it being a river view but would have an upcharge for the two nights. I choose to stay in the regular room but was not given a credit back for the one night i down graded.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Crane • family_with_children • us
7
Pros:

The breakfast was good and the room was clean.

Cons:

I didnt like the fact that on Saturday i made contact with the front desk about the smell of Mary Jane in the Hall and my room 510 was very strong. It was so bad that it gave me a migrain headache and it was all i could do to sleep. The room still smelled as it came thru the room vents and the odor was bad. When i went to check out on Sunday i made sure to tell the gentalman about it again and that i made contact the night before. He said thank you for letting him know and that the account was not noted. I told him i didnt want to pay for something i did not do.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Kim • extended_group • us
10
2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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Kenneth • couple • us
10
??????
Pros:

Cleaned and the location

Cons:

Charging to park and the front desk staff. Gould use more luggage carts.

2026-04-13 • via Nuitee
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collitheaa • Couples
10
Great place to stay in Wilmington NC
Pros:

Great stay especially the Valet service, Leo was very professional and made our experience in Wilmington NC very special. Can’t wait to visit again

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Napolean31 • Couples
10
Great experience, especially the valet services..
Pros:

Great experience I will stay here again the next time I visit Wilmington NC. The Valet service was awesome... Thank you Leo for being very professional and helpful. See you the next time...

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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krystalf793 • Family
10
Awesome stay
Pros:

Just a quick one night stay in Wilmington, very nice stay love the rooftop bar. Our valet Leo was awesome! So friendly and made our experience so much better meeting him!

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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aikodog • Family
10
Great Hotel!
Pros:

We loved this hotel! Great location and hotel. The room was clean and nice! Leo from Valet parking was great!

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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erinsB6133QR • Family
10
Leo!
Pros:

Leo at the valet was there when we checked in and out and he could not be more kind!

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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christiangK9332VR • Couples
10
Wilmington visit
Pros:

Leo the valet was very helpful when we first arrived and left! Very quick with getting our car. Very nice hotel we will be staying again!

2026-04-12 • via Tripadvisor
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Brindle • couple • us
10
The hilton went out to the Lil Jon guests!!!🎉
Pros:

River view

Cons:

N/A

2026-04-11 • via Nuitee
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X3123HRjoannep • Family • Chester, Virginia
6
Better hotels in the area....
Pros:

We visited for a college tour with our daughter and stayed at this hotel due to its great location, which is within walking distance to downtown and along the river. The employees were polite, and check-in was easy. However, the parking situation was less than ideal due to ongoing construction and line painting in the evenings. While there were signs in the hotel lobby regarding the out-of-service elevator to the parking garage, there were no signs outside to inform patrons of this issue.

As Hilton Honors Members who frequently stay at Embassy Suites, we found the breakfast to be disappointing. There was only one gentleman making omelets for a large number of guests, and he mentioned that he works six days a week and was tired. The bacon and sausage were kept behind glass, requiring him to pause making omelets to serve those items, which frustrated some guests. Additionally, at least two of the lids on the chafing dishes were broken. Unlike other Embassy Suites locations, there was no 24-hour hot coffee station available.

The reception offerings were also unsatisfactory compared to our recent experience at the Embassy Suites in Orlando. While they provided pretzels and carrots with hummus, many drink items were available only at an additional cost. On a positive note, the hotel lobby and hallways were very clean, and the rooms were spacious. However, the mattresses need to be replaced; our daughter found the sleeper sofa uncomfortable, and the king-size mattress in the bedroom had definitely seen better days.

Overall, our stay was acceptable for a few days, but there are nicer hotels in the area that we would consider for our next trip.

2026-04-07 • via Tripadvisor
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Liyah • couple • us
10
2026-04-07 • via Nuitee