Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, near University of North Carolina at Wilmington

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lobby
Minibar
Restaurant

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Gym
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$193
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct

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124 Old Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28403
  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, One King and One Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

One King Bed, Non-Smoking, Roll In Shower (Mobile Hearing Accessories)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Studio, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Two Queen Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King and One Sofa Bed, Non-Smoking (Study)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(16 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Bathrobes
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds

One King Bed, Non-Smoking

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(27 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Fridge
LCD TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Sofa bed
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Wilmington

At Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station you'll be 2.5 km (1.6 mi) from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 3.3 km (2 mi) from Trask Coliseum. Highlights at this hotel include free buffet breakfast, an outdoor swimming pool and free self-parking. .For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Business travelers can take advantage of a meeting room, conference space, and a business centre. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a 24-hour gym and coffee/tea in a common area. Each morning free breakfast is served. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this New Market Center hotel include Wrightsville Beach and Riverwalk.

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park - 7 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
  • Riverwalk - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 8 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Cracker Barrel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Olive Garden - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Might As Well Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Outback Steakhouse - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Hotel with free breakfast, near University of North Carolina at Wilmington
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness centre. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Free breakfast is served daily. WiFi is free in public spaces.

Business amenities include a business centre, a meeting room, and limo/town car service. A terrace, multilingual staff, and a picnic area are also featured at the business-friendly Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station. Free self parking is available.

  • 125 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • Built in 2008
  • Buffet breakfast (free)
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-in
  • Express check-out
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Car service
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Outdoor picnic space
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Television in lobby
  • Bellhop
  • Lift
  • Bar or lounge
Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers 125 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LCD televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Fridges and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free manager's reception (select days)

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Porter/bellhop

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

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
  • Lift
  • Phone accessibility kit
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible business centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • 5 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 2008
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LCD TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Express check-in available

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per stay.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

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 125.00 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per stay

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
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, Discover, Diners Club, Carte Blanche and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Area/Smith
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek Hotel
Hampton Inn Area/Smith Creek Hotel Wilmington-University Station
Hampton Inn Wilmington-University Area/Smith Creek Station
Hampton Inn Wilmington University Area/Smith Creek Station Hotel
Hampton Inn University Area/Smith Creek Station Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

As of 15 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station on 9 Oct 2025 start from AU$192.79, 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 Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

Yep, Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

The closest beach to Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station is Wrightsville Beach (8.2 km).

Does Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station have a pool?

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station has an outdoor pool.

What makes Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station.

Does Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary buffet brekkie is available daily.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

No, Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station?

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

Reviews

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 660 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 262 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 50 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1002 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 17 out of 1002 reviews

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Misty

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Okay for a basic family vacation. Nothing stood out good or bad.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacob

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was super friendly and professional. Breakfast was great the lounge area had a great ambiance and good setting. Didn't have enough tome to check out the pool area but did look around the corner and it looked just as good very clean and nice outdoor seating
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Megan

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and sage environment.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rickey

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

2/10 Terrible

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My water didn’t run hot, someone was banging on the wall constantly, I called the front desk to complain and the staff said there was nothing they could do and hung up. I am very disappointed in my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Very good

The bar was closed both nights due to not having staff show up to work…during the Memorial Day weekend. There was a dog that pooped on the carpet and the floor on the second floor. They were overbooked, however the customer service was outstanding and their rooms were very clean and updated. My bad experience was a one off… if it wasn’t for that it would have been a perfect stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

JESSICA, WINTERVILLE

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice; love that the shampoo/conditioner/body wash/lotion were all attached to the wall in dispenser. A much more environmentally friendly way of doing things. However, I was disappointed in that there weren’t phone/USB charging/outlets. Many other hotels have these and it’s really convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John Mick

Liked: Amenities
The property was just fine, very manicured, lawns and shrubbery. The front desk staff was very helpful and I visited the bar to find a bartender that was excellent. I had a great time and recommend her services with your company in the future. I will be back.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Franchesca

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noureddine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very nice look and good condition
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Regina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. First time staying here and I would for sure stay again. I used to stay at another hotel when in the area and they had a pest problem. That is why I changed to the Hampton Inn in Wilmington and I am very happy that I did.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

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

10/10 Excellent

Bradley R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Will stay here again on a return trip. Front desk was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Melvin

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

10/10 Excellent

Brandon

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lizbeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Easy, quick check in!! Bathroom could use some updating but clean and functional
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Candice

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

8/10 Good

Keith

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was the perfect location for us since we were taking a weekend class around the corner. Overall we had a great experience here!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacquelyn

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Mark

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Barriers in Wheelchair Accessible Room

Shelf for towels directly above grab bar, making it unusable. Light switches on most lamps unreachable. Coffee maker on top shelf of a cabinet and unreachable as well. Bed height was good - not too high. Had very few towels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Karen

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joaquin

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