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Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

Property class: 2.5

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$142
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec

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124 Old Eastwood Rd, Wilmington, NC, 28403
  • Place, University of North Carolina at Wilmington
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a microwave, and a window.

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility and Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There are two lamps on either side of the sofa.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Microwave

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, a lamp, and a couch.

Studio, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Accessible, Microwave (Mobility and Hearing)

  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible (Mobility and Hearing)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(18 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a small cabinet.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed, Hearing Accessible, Microwave

  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

Room, 1 King Bed, Hearing Accessible

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a television, a desk, and a window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Hearing Accessible

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, and a window with a view.

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Microwave

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(43 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a computer, a chair, a TV, and a microwave.

Room, 1 King Bed, Microwave

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a bed, a desk with a chair, a television, a microwave, and a small cabinet.

Room, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a sofa. There are two lamps on either side of the sofa.

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed with Sofa bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free wired internet

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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 Mayfaire Town Center and Johnnie Mercer's Pier.

What's nearby

  • University of North Carolina at Wilmington - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Mayfaire Town Center - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
  • Riverwalk - 9 min drive - 11.9 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 9 min drive - 12.2 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 11 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Might As Well Bar & Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station

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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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
  • Stereo
  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • 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 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
Hampton Inn Wilmington University Area/Smith Creek Station
Hampton Inn University Area/Smith Creek Station
Hampton University AreaSmith

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 8 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station on 4 Dec 2026 start from AU$142, 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 (7.8 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.

Hampton Inn Wilmington - University Area/Smith Creek Station Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 664 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 253 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 55 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1001 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service
Good breakfast and location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Amazing service and very welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Place was clean and very nice. Perfect for the short weekend trip we took.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room, friendly staff, overall a great stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was great, parking was super easy and the rooms were comfortable. The pool was a bonus. I’d def stay here again. Great location for our needs. And only about 15m from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Breakfast was great! The staff was very kind and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice, clean, good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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We stay in Wilmington frequently. This was the best hotel we’ve stayed in so far. Convenient, clean, modern, safe. Staff were very friendly. Breakfast was good (basic with hot and cold selections). We will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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All was great
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very clean. Staff was friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very pleased with our stay. The staff was very helpful and friendly. Our room was clean and comfortable. We will definitely stay here again when we’re in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, quiet place.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room and staff were top notch.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed here for 3 nights and everything was perfect!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean rooms. Super friendly staff. And the pool was delightful. Thank you very much!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Nice easy check in, clean room comfortable beds and a solid breakfast with good coffee.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

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Everything was clean and fresh! Loved the outside sitting area. Breakfast was a large variety of goodness. Definitely will stay again
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great location, noce rooms, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Can’t think of anything not to like about this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
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8/10 Good

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Very nice stay. Only thing I would critique was the ac vent was dirty. No hand soap in the bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Everything was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The front desk was very welcoming, the rooms were clean, and the hotel was very quiet.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Very clean and hospitable
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Great hotel, just off the interstate close to restaurants. About a 10 minute ride down to the river walk along the Cape fear river. The hotel is clean. The rooms are clean. We enjoyed our stay immensely. The full complementarybreakfast in the morning has everything you need and then some. All of the staff are friendly and attentive. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great find. Well located with easy parking. A very friendly and helpful staff. Obviously a well maintained facility with a great breakfast. Really couldn’t ask for more. We will be back on our next trip to Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026

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