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MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

2.5 star property

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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.
An outdoor kitchen with a grill, a wooden table with chairs, and a pergola with a hanging light.
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.
A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a yellow armchair, a round coffee table, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
The current price is AU$151
includes taxes & fees
16 Aug - 17 Aug

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, Mayfaire Town Center
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪7 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, 1 Room Efficiency, Non Smoking

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
(12 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Sofa Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking

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 Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, Efficiency, Suite, Nonsmoking

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

1 King Bed, Efficiency, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a stove, and a built-in desk with a chair.

Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking

Premium bedding, desk, laptop workspace, blackout curtains

1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, Suite, Nonsmoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed with Kitchen, Non Smoking

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
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds with Kitchen, Non Smoking

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(53 reviews)
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About the area

Wilmington

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area puts you in the centre of Wilmington, 2.3 km (1.4 mi) from University of North Carolina at Wilmington and 5 km (3.1 mi) from Mayfaire Town Center. Highlights at this hotel include free continental breakfast, free self-parking and a 24-hour business centre. .Enjoy the gym and seasonal outdoor swimming pool. Additionally, you'll find free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning free breakfast is served. There's also the convenience of RV/bus/truck parking. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this North College hotel include Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts.

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, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.) - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chick-fil-A - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Texas Roadhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Golden Corral - ‬17 min walk

About this property

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers its guests a fitness centre and a seasonal outdoor pool. WiFi is free in public spaces. You'll find a 24-hour business centre 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 centre (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
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers 63 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. This accommodation has separate sitting areas and is furnished with double sofa beds. Beds feature premium bedding. Premium cable televisions are provided. Kitchens offer full-sized fridge/freezers, stovetops, microwaves and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries.

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. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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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

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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 motorised watercraft
  • Seasonal outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room cot
  • 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

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

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
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Lever door handles
  • Lift
  • 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 centre
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

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

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 and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out

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 cots (infant beds)!

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 all accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of Commitment to Clean (Choice) guidelines.

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 aged 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

What is the cancellation policy at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

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

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area on 16 Aug 2026 start from AU$151, 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 MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

Yep, MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

The closest beach to MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is Wrightsville Beach (8.7 km).

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area have a pool?

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area has a seasonal outdoor pool. The pool is open 9:00 AM to 10 PM (Seasonal outdoor pool open from June to October).

Is MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area is a hit with families.

Does MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary continental breakfast is available daily from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

No, MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area?

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

MainStay Suites Wilmington - University Area Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 473 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 71 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 61 out of 1001 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, smelled clean, and the breakfast was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ebony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was clean and nice i would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, very clean hotel, spacious room
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shevon

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean, only stayed one night
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Entire Staff were friendly and professional.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Rowena

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly, and helpful staff. They offer late check out (12noon). Also, breakfast varietiey.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Bryan

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great spot close to the college, which was perfect for a college tour. Beds were soft and comfortable with good linen. Towels were a little thin, but the room was nice and clean and there was plenty of room even with two dogs three kids and two adults we missed being able to go to the pool because it was too cold and then it rained and although it says it’s open in the beginning of April, it wasn’t
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Larry

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

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
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Jennifer

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Brown smears on the wall and breakfast was lacking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephanie

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
Breakfast was bagels, waffles and muffins only. Fine. Dining area was not very clean. Coffee very weak
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jamie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean room. Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

waheed

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was good only had a little wait before I could get my room which brings me to 4 pm which check in was 3 pm otherwise it was ok Low on wash cloth, I ask for some day after I got there on a 2 night stay but none was available also they ran out of some stuff for breakfast ( according to staff)
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vladimir

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

6/10 Okay

Susana

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Should consider replacing rugs throughout hotel as I see many grossly stained areas and smelly! Plus, this hotel welcomes pets which gives off odors in hotel. Sofas should be leather and not fabric as I see stains as well and it would be easier for housekeeping to clean. Will not stay at this hotel in future.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

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

2/10 Terrible

Nancy

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dirty
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Ingrid

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Cleanliness
Staff was friendly and the hotel is nearby a lot of good areas, however when you walk in, the carpet is super dirty. We got a king bed and had a portable AC with a hose that was blue taped all over the window. Looked very ghetto. No actual breakfast just basic cereal, muffins, bagels, and waffles. I was expecting eggs, sausage, or bacon the very least!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026

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