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River Hotel of Southport

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Southport hotel

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Terrace/patio
1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated
Exterior
Pool
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
704 E Moore St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Southport Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(15 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(67 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(46 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Studio

Economy Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Southport

On the beach.Within a 10-minute walk of the hotel, you'll find Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. The Clubs at St. James and Waterfront Park are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Old Brunswick County Jail Museum - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Clubs at St. James - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Franklin Square Gallery - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Southport Marina - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jersey Mike's Subs - ‬6 min drive

About this property

River Hotel of Southport

Enjoy the free WiFi at this beachfront Southport hotel
A private beach is featured. As a guest of River Hotel of Southport, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Southport hotel is smoke free.

  • 44 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 2019
  • Beach lounge chairs
  • Towels for the beach
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
River Hotel of Southport offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Southport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Pool

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests arriving after 8PM will receive an email with specific instructions to access our lockboxes or establish a digital key to your smart phone.

Renovations and closures

The property will be renovating from June 30 2025 to July 1 2025 (completion date subject to change). The following areas are affected:
  • Exterior
Renovation work will only be conducted during business hours. Every effort will be made to minimize noise and disturbance.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed. Guests can access their rooms with a mobile device.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM.
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

River Hotel of Southport Hotel
River Hotel of Southport Southport
River Hotel of Southport Hotel Southport

River Hotel of Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 787 out of 950 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 137 out of 950 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 18 out of 950 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 950 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 950 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Spence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Quaint and convenient. Helpful and welcoming staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great view of the ships coming in
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donald

Clean! Good proximity to down town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Gretchen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Folks at Riverport were very helpful and friendly. The room was clean and for the most part quiet as this was not high season. We would definitely want to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We were quite pleased with the location and the room. It was very nice and comfortable and housing keeping was very pleasant too.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frankie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

quiet and feels remote

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very nice Hotel

Great location with a private pool and beach. Easy walk to downtown. Very nice staff. Very clean.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The property was very clean and loved the view.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele, Oak Island

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was clean and comfortable. It was close to the Southport restaurants and shops. The parking was convenient also. Just a nice get away!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Skylar

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quaint town, well-appointed room, elevator made baggage easy! Great restraints & shops in area. Interesting marina in town. Only complaint, a cold shower 3/4 way through.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, good access to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Rocky

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Bed not comfy

Room was very clean, beds were not so comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret, North Easton

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great except lot next door is looking very dirty. Might be construction coming there soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ralee

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
10/10 would stay here again! Super close to everything, super clean, and nice staff. The only complicated part was figuring out the tv channels lol.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Southport,NC

Very nice updated. Perfect location. Beautiful view. Bed too soft.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean rooms, friendly staff, the beds and pillows are amazing! I was able to find the pillows online and bought them for home!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Amenities
The room is super clean and bright!!! The perfect little view of the water. Close to everything but tucked away for privacy! Such a nice place! Virginia is so helpful and such a sweetie!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fred

Liked: Property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Worth the money.

We were very happy with our stay. The rooms and property were very clean. We didn't have a great view of the water, but didn't mind very much. We will stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025