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MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

2.5 star property
Hotel near University of North Carolina at Wilmington in Wilmington

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Free daily continental breakfast
Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels
Property amenity
Lobby
Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Pet friendly
  • 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, Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Battleship North Carolina
    ‪11 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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

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

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

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 WiFi

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Private kitchen

Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(50 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes

Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking

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

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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 - 7.9 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
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Jax 5th Avenue Deli & Ale House - ‬16 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.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

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 Jun 15, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area on Jul 14, 2026 start from CA $161, 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. 456 out of 974 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 263 out of 974 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 128 out of 974 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 69 out of 974 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 58 out of 974 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay great service room was clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Erik

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was very clean. Breakfast was good and the staff was pleasant and professional. I would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Danielle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My room was very clean, staff was helpful and polite. The breakfast bar was great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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8/10 Good

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pet friendly. 2nd time staying here. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Larry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Dwain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was great, clean and spacious. Staff was great also and it’s right in the middle of everything Wilmington has to offer I recommend a 10 out of 10
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Amanda

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nothing
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious and very nice. Had a suite and kitchen. Had dishes and full size fridge. Everything was clean. Breakfast was nice they had waffle makers and danishes donuts, hard boiled eggs, McGriddles fresh fruit, yogurt. And more. The place felt cozy. Definitely will be back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Patricia

Good however
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Did the purpose have a variety it was very easy and staff very nice..
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Johanna

Liked: Cleanliness
Conveniently located
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Asmaaa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I enjoyed my stay here. I will definitely be returning back every time I come to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Luis

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was smelling queer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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2/10 Terrible

Jennifer

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was pretty terrible. Extremely dirty.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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6/10 Okay

Meredith

Easy, quick check in
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

RACHEL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Convenient to shopping
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was super clean. The common areas were all well maintained and clean as well. Location was perfect for my needs.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

lacie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our stay was comfortable and enjoyable. The reception was eager to help, breakfast was great, and the room was convenient and nice!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
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8/10 Good

Austin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, quiet room.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025