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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
Exterior
Pool
Full-size fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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704 E Moore St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Place, Old Brunswick County Jail Museum
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪54 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

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

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

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

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Studio

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

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

Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

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

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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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Economy Studio

Economy Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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. Fort Johnston-Southport Museum & Visitors' Center and The Clubs at St. James 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
  • Waterfront Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • The Clubs at St. James - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Southport Marina - 3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Fishy Fishy Cafe - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Pub Of Southport - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Locals Family Diner - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Oliver's on the Cape Fear - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Frying Pan - ‬18 min walk

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.

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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.

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

Reviews

River Hotel of Southport Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 837 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 143 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 1009 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 1009 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sheila

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great location, convenient to restaurants. Very quiet and well-equipped for all of our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Anne

We enjoy our stay. Lovely condo. Used the pool & sat on the beach. Would like to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest

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

10/10 Excellent

Deb

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

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

10/10 Excellent

Charlene, Hawley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a great place to stay. Quiet which is just what I needed. The office staff was very nice especially Heather.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Such a great location - close to restaurants and shopping and it looks like a lovely beach cottage!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great! Very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Dava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place. Nice view of the river and outdoor seating. Issues with the elevator, but only 2 floors so not a major drawback unless climbing stairs is an issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

William

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean! The beds are so comfortable. Loved all the restaurants and shops nearby we actually walked to all of them from the hotel. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

dawn b

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daisy

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

I will be back!

Super amazing staff, great views of Cape, fear, friendly, and relaxing atmosphere
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Devin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and friendly staff. Nice pool and big walk out dock
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed our visit to the area. The River Hotel was perfect for our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirby

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Jeff

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

Close to downtown

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

John

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has a pool and beach area on the river. There is a pier you can walk out on. We had a kitchenette in our room. The air conditioning unit was very noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Great place , clean very well maintained beautiful view and very quiet Great location ,we will be back This place made our visit to Southport great very nice place would recommend it to all my family and friends
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

D. Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanna

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

8/10 Good

Kristine

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025