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MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

Property class: 2.5
Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington

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A modern dining area with wooden flooring, multiple tables and chairs, a white counter with stools, and a large flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
A hotel room with a large bed, two bedside tables, a TV, and a window with curtains.
A lobby with a 'welcome' sign, a reception desk, a blue sofa, and a potted plant.
An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a wooden table with chairs, and a pergola with a hanging light.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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5229 Market St, Hwy 132 & Us 17, Wilmington, NC, 28405
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, 1 Room Efficiency, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a wooden headboard, a nightstand with a lamp, and a poster on the wall.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(57 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a nightstand, a lamp, a painting on the wall, and a window with curtains.

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(55 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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About the area

Wilmington

City center stay.Your stay at this North College hotel places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Mayfaire Town Center. Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts and Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 2 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 7 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 8 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Might As Well Bar & Grill - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬7 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington
MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers its guests a fitness center and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business center on site. Free breakfast is served daily. Barbecue grills, a vending machine, and gift shops/newsstands are also featured at the business-friendly MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Wilmington hotel.

  • 63 guestrooms or units
  • Continental breakfast (free)
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Front-desk safe
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations have separate sitting areas and are furnished with double sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable television is provided. Kitchens offer full-sized refrigerators/freezers, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room sofa bed
  • Laundry facilities
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • Separate in-room dining area

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • Gym
  • Personal motorized watercraft
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Pool hoist on site
  • Portable shower seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Double sofa bed
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Separate dining area
  • Stovetop

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 18 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 50 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice)
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice).

We should mention

  • The seasonal pool will open in June and close in October.
  • Pool access available from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.
  • Children 18 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to the airport?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is 4.6 mi (7-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

As of Oct 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area on Nov 29, 2026 start from CA $107, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area.

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to the beach?

This hotel is 5.9 mi (16-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 17 mi (27-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offer free breakfast?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers free continental breakfast every day from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

What time is check-in at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have a pool?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area features a seasonal outdoor pool. Guests can enjoy pool access from 9:00 AM to 10 PM.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area to downtown Wilmington?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is 4.2 mi away from Wilmington.

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 477 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 259 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 65 out of 1000 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was super helpful. The hotel was fairly clean and nice to stay at.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

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It was perfect for last minute trip to Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great check in, clean room, breakfast was great.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Was an amazing
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was great!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean room. Nice location between the downtown area and beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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It was a great place to stay. Everyone was super friendly. The breakfast was good. Our room was pretty big and we didn’t feel on top of each other.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Hotel staff friendly hotel was clean in perfect location eoom wasvery spacious and nice will definitely stay here again
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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For the breakfast can you add like sausage, eggs or potatoes like that
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The room was clean and had everything we needed. I was even able to purchase UNO from the front desk so inside the hotel wasn’t just watching TV. I would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Very clean, smelled clean, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, breakfast was good! Only complaint is the hallways smelled like cigarettes. Also good to know the pool is at their next door sister property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Affordable! Staff were amazingly helpful. Breakfast was tasty. 15 minutes from the beach. Saved money by using the room’s kitchenette to feed our brood of children. A win all around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was clean and nice i would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was fine; the maid was friendly and provided toilet paper and towels. I would definitely return and recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly and helpful staff. Great size of the room and amenities for longer stays. Great and convenient location. Breakfast options a little lacking for adults but kids loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Good staff!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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I appreciated the extra living space in the room but the couch was stained and I’m not a fan of carpet in hotel rooms. But the rest of the room was clean. Breakfast was okay. Typical hotel breakfast items. Pool and ice maker are at the hotel next door. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Friendly staff, very clean hotel, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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The Customer Service at check-in made me feel welcomed. The young lady went out of her way to help me with all aspects of my stay. Thank you all Main Stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was fresh wish they’re was a breakfast meat option… the location of the pool should be mentioned… overall we enjoyed & would stay again 7/10
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was clean, only stayed one night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Entire Staff were friendly and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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An older hotel but also very affordable. Very convenient in and out. Breakfast was adequate, good waffles. Were greeted by every staff we met. Very comfy beds and clean bathroom. Suite was nice to spread out in. Will book again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026