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River Hotel of Southport

2.5 star property
Beachfront hotel for sun and fun

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Terrace/patio
Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View
Full-sized fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher
Reception
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is AU$164
includes taxes & fees
10 Feb - 11 Feb

Explore the area

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704 E Moore St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Place, North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Southport Marina
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Room options

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(55 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Panoramic Studio

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Panoramic Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Standard Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(34 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Economy Studio

Economy Studio

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Economy Double Room

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated

Economy Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the area

Southport

At River Hotel of Southport you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport. Highlights at this beachfront hotel include a private beach, and in-room kitchenettes and free WiFi. .This beach hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a picnic area. Additionally, you'll find express check-out and a lift. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions in proximity to this Southport hotel include Carolina Beach Boardwalk and Carolina Beach.

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 - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Subway - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Tengu Japanese Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Bojangles' Famous Chicken 'n Biscuits - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Locals Family Diner - ‬16 min walk

About this property

River Hotel of Southport

Beachfront hotel for sun and fun
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
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
River Hotel of Southport offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. 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 fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

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

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  • Parking included
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includes taxes & fees
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

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

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2019
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

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

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
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 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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.

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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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 and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that 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

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at River Hotel of Southport?

River Hotel of Southport offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at River Hotel of Southport?

As of 9 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at River Hotel of Southport on 10 Feb 2026 start from AU$164.24, including 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.

Is parking available at River Hotel of Southport?

Yep, River Hotel of Southport has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to River Hotel of Southport?

The closest beach to River Hotel of Southport is Carolina Beach (19.5 km).

What makes River Hotel of Southport a romantic place to stay?

A private beach, plus pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at River Hotel of Southport.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at River Hotel of Southport?

No, River Hotel of Southport does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at River Hotel of Southport?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at River Hotel of Southport?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at River Hotel of Southport?

There isn't one on site, but The Clubs at St. James is a short 11-minute walk away.

River Hotel of Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 832 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 138 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1001 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua Joel

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent the weekend there with my girlfriend and had and amazing experience! Very clean and maintained rooms. Had to get my key out of a lockbox because we had to check in after hours but it was explained very well by management and they made it very easy to get my keys and find my room. Beautiful view of the ocean with a private beach and pier! Definitely going to be staying there again for future trips. 10/10 experience!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
As always, nice, clean, and quiet. Ill be back soon.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kimberly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room was clean and spacious. The bed was a little soft for my liking, but still comfortable. The area of Southport was nice. The check in lady was helpful and gave us a list of local food spots to try (which we did!). All rooms are accessed by stairs since elevator was not working which was inconvenient. I am not sure how people who rely on the elevator would do. We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Room is clean and receptionist friendly. The room was advertised as “river view”. Not true. The view is of bushes and dirty pipes. If you stand on the small balcony you can see a small bit of the river. A powerful light keeps the room bright throughout the night. Block out blinds are needed.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Norm, middle river

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location fun town
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
I booked this from Sunday to Wednesday the first time, liked it so much, i went home one night and rebooked Friday through Monday! Wonderful place, friendly people, quiet, clean, and close to everything. Spectacular views. I will definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

teresa

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Autumn

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya L, Clear Brook

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

john

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Everything was Excellent. Very nice and quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved this hotel. We will be back for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Karen, Castle Hayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, comfortable bed, friendly staff. The elevator to our unit was out of order so had to use stairs. The second floor rooms river view was partially blocked by trees on the neighboring property, third floor would have been a good view.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean, comfortable condo! The kitchen was equipped with sufficient supplies to get through a few days stay. The bed was decent and the room was cleaned, restocked daily. There was an odor upon first entering the condo. We kept the main and balcony doors open a few minutes and that helped. The elevator in the unit we stayed in was not working but we were may with that. Loved the outside area, beach, dock. Great for sunrises and just relaxing. We will return!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

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

10/10 Excellent

Bob

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Judson

I wanted to love this place and hate leaving a negative review. If not for one giant issue this would be a 5-star review. But that issue is a deal breaker (at least for us) -- as soon as you walk in the room, you are overwhelmed by a terrible smell. It's a moldy, musty smell. And there's no way to make it go away -- it's so strong that our clothes smelled like mold when we left the room. The staff was very nice -- I explained the issue, they had me check several other available rooms in case they were better. But sadly the other 5 rooms I checked (different floors, different buildings) all had the same smell. It's really sad because these buildings look new, I don't know what is causing it or how it could even be fixed. But, it's a bad smell. Like black mold bad. There are positives. If you don't mind smells (or aren't sensitive to that) -- the buildings are new. The room itself was 100% spotless -- the cleaning crew is doing a great job (the smell must be coming from inside the walls or under the floor, or maybe the AC units). The view of the river from our room and little porch was absolutely beautiful. The location was close enough to downtown that we walked home after dinner at Moore Street Oyster Bar. And it's a really close location to the ferry, which was why we stayed there. Parking under the building was a nice perk and very convenient. So this would be a 5-star review, if not for the moldy smell. I hope the hotel owner can figure out the mold issue and fix it!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice covered parking, well kept property. Comfortable room. Conveniently located close to town and waterfront.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The entire place was,beautifully maintained,incredible view .Our room was immaculate and the bed was so comfortable.We definetly will be returning
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Janice

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front office and maintenance were very helpful with an issue that was reported and corrected.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
All good
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, has a nice outdoor patio,fishing pier,beach and pool but didn't use it.Had full kitchen true queen size beds.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025