ARRIVE Wilmington

- No coffee in the room but has extortion prices on garbage drinks and snacks supplied in a cheap fridge. - One chair in room for two people - A package of ear plugs supplied in bathroom area, I guess letting us know it gets noisy - Have to pay for parking, even the hotel parking. Have fun dragging your luggage through gravel and sand, next to shipping containers. Terrible site… - Receptionist made it sound like common knowledge that I needed my license plate number at check-in. - Room does not look like what I reserved. - No elevator, with 3 floors - Thermostat right below air conditioner at the window. It’s somewhat cool in the spot but the rest of the room is humid and warm even when temp is set to lowest setting. Definitely wasn’t 68, more like 78. - You can hear everything the people on the sides and top are doing, especially footsteps - There was a sticky substance all along the bed frame rail - They won’t tell you until you see it on your credit card, but the incidental charge is $100.

Schöne und ästhetische Einrichtung, Lage der Einrichtung

kostenpflichtiger Parkplatz, Zimmer wurde nicht gereinigt und Handtücher nicht gewechselt, kein Safe im Zimmer

Excellent location

Was very disappointed that they just did not have a coffee pot. That’s when the most basic things to put in a overnight stay. The room was nice, but it would have been nice to have had more comfortable seating in the TV area. It was like sitting on a cement block.

Location was excellent, close to all the main sights, restaurants and activities. Loved the outside spaces: the garden bar, the seating dotted around the garden and the rocker seats on the porches outside each room. Also, I ate an evening meal in the restaurant and that was delicious. Bar and restaurant staff were very nice.

Reception staff were pretty grumpy both on my arrival and exit. The car parking situation is really annoying. Not only do you have to pay $25 a day for parking, it's across the street, it's not clear from the instructions before you arrive where to park so I had some confusion working out where to go before I checked in, which meant I got a parking fine. The rooms are surface-level stylish. The quality of the decor/painting/furniture is pretty shabby. There's no coffee machine, no ice, a sizeable fridge that's stacked with things to pay for.

The location is exceptional. Although traveling for pleasure, my wife had to make a work video call earlier than our check in time. We called the day prior to inquire about an early check in and were accommodated graciously.

Absolutely no complaints. A most wonderful stay. We were celebrating our 37th anniversary and all of our favorite Wilmington restaurants were within easy walking distance of the hotel. We have been here before and will definitely repeat in the future.

There were so many cute and thoughtful touches

This is not a place to stay long term as it doesn’t have any dressers or things like that. But they do have nice gold hangers and a bar to hang some clothes and a rack for a suitcase

Did not have breakfast there. Location was excellent.

The property was way overly curated, affected and pretentious. Its a middle range hotel. The affectation was very offputting.

You had breakfast? If so, I didn't hear about that. But there were plenty of coffee shops and diners nearby.

No much. It was really convenient for our purposes which was primarily a little relaxing and some genealogical research around the Savage family who dominated the 100 block of 3rd Street in the 1800s.

The loction was great close to everything. Relaxing in the courtyard with firepit & chairs.

Breakfast wasn't available because staff did not show up. Had business associates show up for breakfast meeting only to see a paper sign in the windows about being unexpectedly closed.

Beautiful and peaceful, the property boasts flowers and quiet spots to read or just to enjoy the weather. The gazebo bar and Dram restaurant is excellent!

Quaint, beautiful outdoor spaces, great location.

Rooms were dark. Restaurant wasn’t open very often

Spent two nights here while exploring city for possible relocation in future. Ambiance is lovely. Restaurant and garden very nice and food is good. Service at restaurant is excellent. We did not give more stars due to housekeeping. They left very few and incomplete towel sets. They do not know how to make a bed. The flat sheets are just draped over the mattress and not properly tucked in and are slipping and sliding and bunching up all night. They only do housekeeping after three nights or on request. Which is fine if they tell you but they do not. No sign or mention at check in. We were hot and as I said the bed was a mess and the top sheet had some dirt so we put them on the floor thinking we would get new bedding but they put the old bedding back on and poorly made again. Then the towels. We left our used towels on the floor since they have no place to hang them. We left $5 and asked for extra towels. They gave us a few and left all the dirty towels on the floor, the full trash and the dirty dishes from the night before in the room. All because I did not request housekeeping. We will not be back. I get that I now know we need to request. But they need to learn how to make a bed and use common sense when bedding is on the floor.

Charming property in the perfect location in downtown Wilmington.

Great location, very friendly staff, super cute rooms and grounds.

It was loud at night. It’s an older building so you can hear other guests walking around, and it’s close to the street so you can hear cars and emergency vehicles. Ear plugs will come in handy!

The grounds and location are amazing.

The rooms are on the smaller side. Our A/C unit wasn't working and instead of offering us a different room, they brought us a fan.

Super awesome decorations. Great location. Comfortable beds. Would stay there again.

nothing!

Clean motel great location great bartender

Everything was great

Great location, wonderful staff, spacious quiet rooms and convenient parking.

No coffee maker in rooms but they do have a restaurant on premises.

provided bed and bowls for my dog, ...but for the extra 50 bucks :(

walk up tird floor. no breakfast. paid parking

Quaint atmosphere . Laid back . Beautiful courtyard and very peaceful. Close to many restaurants and the water. Very nice atmosphere.

Poor housekeeping. Small room . No closet . coffee pot etc in small room. No pool or exercise facility. Need to get suite if you want a little space.

Hotel was adorable, great location and beautiful room. Beautiful courtyard restaurant and bar.

The only improvement I would ask for is having a coffeemaker in the room.

Property was quaint

This was vastly overpriced.

Booked a King room and they gave it away upon arrival. AC did not go below 73 and room was HOT and extremely stuffy

Booked a King room and they gave it away upon arrival. AC did not go below 73 and room was HOT and extremely stuffy

Location is perfect for walking to everything in the downtown area. Just a couple blocks and you are on the riverfront boardwalk. Sits right in the historic downtown. Very cool inner courtyard area with outdoor bar. Their on-site restaurant is as good as any you find in town.

This was an unusual property with several unfriendly quirks. First is parking. It is done across the street in a third party lot. You have to go through a ridiculous procedure to register your car. The hotel should make this easier. Next the room. We stayed in room #35. The front door is 90% clear glass. In order to gain some privacy, you have to pull a drape completely across another glass panel and the door. In the room there is a money making minibar situation with snacks and yet no coffee machine and no access to coffee other than the adjacent restaurant when it is open. Also there is no ice machine. How can you not have an ice machine available for your guest? And why not have one of those automatic coffee machines in the 24-hour open lobby? Very disappointed in this hotel and will not be staying here in the future.

Clean, quiet and friendly

Air conditioner was not working correctly and woke up sweating. Seem like it never cooled

We stayed here one night. The grounds are very nice with an outdoor bar in the garden as well as several fire pits. The rooms are in several different buildings. Our room which was on the first floor…though there are a couple of steps….was a small bedroom with a queen sized bed, two nightstands, and a rod from the wall which was the “closet”, the bathroom was on the small side but had a nice sized living room area. There were cupboards with shelves in the hallway which could be used for clothes storage. The hotel was well maintained and the furniture was retro modern. Though there are outlets around the rooms there was nothing bedside to charge electronics. When we returned from dinner though we had turned on the AC, the room had not cooled down and the vent was blowing warm air, so we sought the assistance of the receptionist. He tried very hard but acknowledged that it was an old system and the AC was not working properly. He returned shortly thereafter and offered a standing fan. It made it comfortable to sleep. He certainly went above and beyond to make us comfortable. In the morning the AC was working fine. The TV listed a bunch of stations but NBC, ABC and CBS did not show those stations. Very strange. The restaurant was closed for breakfast since they were down a cook but offered free coffee and pastries. The hotel is definitely different and unique.

Nice layout and character rooms

The hotel has a nice courtyard and outdoor bar - when staffed, which it often wasn't when it was supposed to be. We found service in general to be an issue at the Arrive. The receptionist didn't return my smile when I arrived and was curt and not very nice when telling me I couldn't check in since the reservation was in my husband's name and he had to be the one checking in. My husband wasn't with me at the time because he was staying with the car on the street since there wasn't a designated place to park for new arrivals, which was also annoying. Our third floor room (no elevator) was small - all bed. The shower was good though. The day we checked out, we went to another place down the street for breakfast and when we came back to our room, at 9:00AM, housekeeping had stripped the bed and taken all the towels, but no one was in the room. Check out time was 11:00AM. When we checked out about 5 minutes later (since it seemed we had to), we told reception about it and the person seemed very defensive about our experience, like it was our fault for leaving the room with our suitcases to put in the car, and then having the nerve to return to the room two hours before checkout time. How did they know we were gone and why did they think we were gone for good? Strange. We have family in the area and will be returning to Wilmington, but we won't be staying again at the Arrive.

L’emplacement très bien. L’établissement etait très propre et le personnel agréable

Rien

On the positive side the staff is very friendly and helpful. This hotel is in a very good location with easy access to a lot of downtown restaurants, stores, etc. The courtyard is very nice and affords you the opportunity to unwind and relax. The rooms were clean as well. These are some things to consider before you book a room here. There is no elevator so we had to drag our luggage upstairs to the room. There is no onsite parking. There is limited parking across the street. The registration is awkward as you may have to park illegally to register. My bill contained a $15.00 destination fee charge per night ($45.00 total) which "Includes 10% off F&B and a Welcome Drink, a discount to local fitness, and also a reduction of Pet Fee to $50+ Tax." We did not use any of this, so we felt like we were just charged by the hotel as a way to generate more revenue. If you are paying $300 per night for a room, it seems like you would not be charged for something like this. I can understand it if you use it, but not being given the option to decline it is beyond disappointing.

We stayed for 4 nights at Arrive Wilmington to celebrate our granddaughter's 21st birthday. Great location in the historic downtown district, charming courtyard, fire-pits, restaurant, cute gazebo bar, friendly staff. But I came away with feeling like it's rather money grubbing. Refrigerator full of trendy non alcohol drinks, lots of junk food, all with inflated prices. No coffee maker and no coffee in the lobby unless the restaurant is not open in the morning (one morning out of 4).No valet parking, so toting luggage down stairs from the paid parking lot. Our room was a "suite" but actually smaller than a King room. I guess it depends on what one expects in a supposed high-end hotel.

I visited Arrive Wilmington for my cousin’s wedding in April of 2026. I was expecting an average hotel experience, with some local charm. I was blown away by how wrong I was. From the moment I stepped foot in the reception desk I was greeted by amazing staff, beautiful accommodations, unique relaxation in the heart of a busy downtown, and excellent food. Upon arrival I checked in with Olivia who had everything prepared and ready for my families staggered arrival. Immediately, I was impressed by her welcoming nature and attention to details. Throughout my first afternoon and night, Olivia was the “go to” person for questions about the surrounding area and provided excellent recommendations. She also was attentive to concerns regarding the peace of other guests and the enforcement of hotel policies. As someone with asthma, I always worry about enforcement of smoking policies, but I didn’t have to say anything when a guest decided to break the “no smoking” rule. Olivia respectfully reminded them of the rule and offered potential solutions. She truly was a joy to meet and enhanced the trip. The next morning, we had the fortune of meeting Christina who was, at the time, working in the excellent Dram Yard. The restaurant offered a wonderful ambience and AMAZING food that made it hard to go anywhere else when considering meals. But the real gem of the Dram Yard experience was Christina who quickly demonstrated skill in bartending and as a barista. I recommend the Honey Vanilla Latte! Throughout our stay, we interacted with Christina frequently who always offered kindness, humor, and a warm welcome. We continued to be impressed with her knowledge of the area, her skill and aptitude in her work at the Dram Yard, and her dedication to enhancing the experiences of guests and patrons. The rooms at Arrive Wilmington are unique and exciting. With nautical theming and unique room layouts, they make an experience feel glamorous and exciting. I love the layout of the bathroom and the stylistic choices that accented an already luxurious space. The rooms and linens were spotless. If you’re looking for excellent lighting and mirrors, you won’t be disappointed, adding to that feel of luxury and glamour. The property was comfortable, cozy, upscale, and catered to so many different types of families/parties. As wonderful as the accommodations were, nothing compared to the friendliness of the staff. Another staff member, Kevin, was kind and helpful when I couldn’t figure out how best to plan the rest of my day. In addition to his own numerous tasks, he helped me figure out how to achieve the goals that I had a limited time to enjoy. The staff is truly the pièce de résistance of Arrive Wilmington and take the wonderful experience to an entirely new level. They embody the concept of “southern hospitality” and made me feel at home away from mine.

Exceptional ambience of gardens.

A unique hotel and our favorite place to stay in Wilmington. The staff are always friendly and helpful. Check in was seamless. The rooms are clean and well appointed bedding was excellent. The location is very walkable and perfect for exploring the Riverwalk and Historic Downtown. The grounds and courtyard are well groomed and beautiful, very relaxing space. The outdoor fireplaces, firepits and gazebo/bar are an added bonus. We will definitely be back.

Quaint, clean, and lovely courtyard!

Nothing

We stayed for two nights and thought the room and the whole property were excellent. The staff is great. The food at the restaurant and bar Dram Yard was also top notch. We didn’t want to leave!

We had an incredible stay at ARRIVE! A delightful hotel with clean, comfortable rooms. We loved the charming enclosed courtyard garden with fire pits and a gazebo bar. A very cozy feeling while in the midst of the city. We had both breakfast and dinner at the on-site restaurant, Dram Yard. TY was our breakfast barista. Amanda, our server and Emily the bartender took care of us at dinner. All provided exceptional service! Great food and craft cocktails (best flounder I have ever tasted.) Olivia was our go to for all room needs! The hotel/ restaurant staff and administrators were friendly and accommodating. Easy walking distance to nightlife, historic homes and Riverwalk. We will definitely be staying at ARRIVE on our next visit to Wilmington!”

Had some issues with our stay. There is no valet and parking was an issue bc we payed for parking through the hotel but they did not register our vehicle until we got a parking violation warning. I would recommend registering your car yourself after you park it in the designated lots they have available. Second, there is no 600 count luxury Italian bedding. This was a false advertisement. The bedding in this hotel is like any other chain hotel you would stay at. Third, there is no ice or water available and the water you can buy in your room is $13 per bottle. I was charged $5.35 for a mini fridge Diet Coke. Very disappointing to be overcharged for one can of soda. Fourth, and this is a big one, on our second night of stay we were awoken to a strong smell of raw sewage that permeated our room on the third floor. It lingered until check out at 11am that morning and as a result we had a very poor nights sleep. When I brought this to the attention of the front desk staff, it was handled very poorly. Something more should have been done for us. Maybe comping the $5.35 coke charge would have been a good start. Keep in mind if you stay here, many boutique amenities that are advertised like valet and luxurious bedding do not come with your stay and you will get a parking ticket if you don’t register your car yourself. I gave this property 3 stars (which was generous) bc it was in a great location for walking to downtown, it had a beautiful outdoor common area, and the bar staff at the restaurant was very nice and accommodating.

We very much enjoyed our stay. Kevin was very helpful in assisting us when we needed various things like conditioner, trash bags, etc. He was kind to visit with us every night we were there this weekend! We shared all the fun details of our trip when we came in to the hotel and were always excited to see him! This was a wonderful hotel experience for the both of us. We are big fans of “The Summer I Turned Pretty,” so it was an honor to stay at the hotel where they filmed for season 3. The location of the hotel was perfect to many different things that we wanted to see in Wilmington! We enjoyed the fire pits outside at the hotel and the restaurant/bar inside! We can’t wait to come back! - Lauren & Emily from Louisiana☺️

We recently completed a three-night stay at ARRIVE and had a very pleasant experience overall. While we enjoyed the King Room, we would recommend the suite to future guests, as our room had limited space for luggage and shoes. We requested light housekeeping service, but we had to call the front desk each afternoon to request fresh towels. I would like to highlight the exceptional service we received from Ashley at the front desk. She was wonderful and provided a level of customer service that is rare to find. On one evening, I asked her about a cocktail that was not on the menu; she personally went to the bar and delivered it to me. We were incredibly impressed by her helpfulness and great personality! :)

Arrive was great! Carelessly, I had booked for the wrong night, but we were fortunate that the hotel was able to accommodate us anyway. Our room was handsome, clean, comfortable. The fixtures and linens were lovely. The enclosed courtyard was well-designed, with several seating areas around fireplaces and firepits. We ate dinner and breakfast in the hotel's restaurant Dram Yard. Both meals were delicious and provided by friendly, professional staff. We hope to return!

The best hotel we stayed at during our 8 weeks in the USA. Staff were super friendly and helpful, beautiful exterior and interior of the hotel and room. The outside seating areas were so warm and cosy with the fire places. Walking distance to the main strip - so many amazing restaurants nearby. Will be back!

Nothing, everything was great.

Convenient to downtown, valet parking was reasonable and easy to use. Room was adorable, and I love the outdoor spaces and fireplaces available.

The hotel was flawed but it did its job for the location. Room was smaller than expected for a “suite” and the bedding portion felt empty, could have used a TV in there to drown out the noise from whoever stayed above. Probably my highlight of the stay was our valet service, Leo did an outstanding job with us helping us troubleshooting some technical difficulties and offering wonderful service, he earned his money. The fire pits in the courtyard were cozy too so that was a highlight. If you wanna stay downtown then Arrive certainly is a cozy place to achieve that. But it lacks a little.

We had an amazing time! The bar was great, the room was great, the courtyard was great, and the staff (especially Ashley and Olivia) were so welcoming and helpful. We'd love to come back again.

Our favorite place to stay in Wilmington! Great location & value with really chic rooms. The valet staff is incredible too - shout out to Leo!

Leo and Nick were awesome! Very fast to get the car and great customer communication. Each time we requested our car we got it fast and with a great smile. The Checkin team were also very helpful in trying to accommodate our baby situation. Thanks guys!

The hotel is nestled in the heart of downtown Wilmington. Beautiful courtyards with multiple fire pits and gazebo. The cocktails at the bar were the best and Leo the valet guy was hospitable when we arrived and prompt getting our car.

Outstanding service and excellent hotel. Leo is the best valet too, prompt, courteous, and very friendly. Would definitely recommend this hotel.

While Arrive Wilmington is a beautiful property, our experience working with the hotel to secure a wedding room block was extremely disappointing. We reached out more than a month in advance to request basic information and encountered consistent delays, minimal responses, and a clear lack of follow‑through from the sales team. Multiple emails went unanswered for days at a time, and when responses were received, they often failed to address all of our questions—resulting in unnecessary back‑and‑forth and additional delays. We were passed between multiple sales contacts and were told that senior leadership would follow up, but that communication never occurred. Ultimately, due to the lack of responsiveness and support, we were forced to secure accommodations with another hotel. As someone who works in the hospitality industry, I understand how critical timely communication and strong partnerships are, especially for weddings. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not recommend Arrive Wilmington for group accommodations, wedding room blocks, or standard transient stays.

The property and staff were fine. The outdoor gas fire pits were a plus. The location was good.

Beyond the stated cost for a stay, ARRIVE nickels and dimes you on everything once you're there. Absolutely everything. Also, we felt that ARRIVE advertising "private parking" was misleading. They should've stated "valet parking", which cost $30 per day. When we arrived, we found valet parking was really our only option. This was just one of a number of examples of being nickled and dimed. We didn't appreciate that aspect of our stay at all.

Great location in downtown Wilmington. They're very pet-friendly and I really appreciated that. The staff was incredibly nice and helpful!

IT WOULD HAVE BEEN NICE IF WE HAD A COFFEE MAKER IN OUR ROOM. I DID NOT MIND GOING TO THE RESTURANT BUT I NEED IT TO GET STARTED FOR THE DAY

NEED A COFFEE MAKER TO START MY DAY

I was a first-time guest at Arrive in Wilmington this week. I was absolutely charmed and delighted by the care and attention that went into the room furnishings, toiletries, and minibar! My room was clean and so comfortable. The best part of my stay was the staff. Every person I interacted with, from reception, to the valet, to the housekeeper, was friendly and helpful. 10/10 recommend this hotel.

The staff and management were amazing during our stay. My girlfriend got us a little get away trip and everyone was professional but also caring about our experience. We have been to the restaurant a few times over the last 6 months and the last time was the best. The server was amazing, The hotel manager stopped by and made sure everything was going great(he even remembered my name from the previous day). There are plenty of hotels in the area to choose from. Those are wrong. You need to stay here. Trust me it's better.

I’ve been during all seasons of the year and it’s always a great time. The rooms are uniquely designed and we LOVE the outdoor seating area! The fire pits during the fall/winter add such a special touch. The hotel and restaurant teams were wonderful and made us feel beyond welcomed! Can’t wait to go back and try new menu items.

Loved the atmosphere and friendly environment! The property was absolutely beautiful and we will return next summer!.

I had a great experience staying at Arrive Wilmington. The location is perfect—right in the heart of downtown and within walking distance to great restaurants, bars, and the riverfront. The hotel itself has a really cool, modern vibe while still feeling comfortable and welcoming. The rooms were clean, well-designed, and thoughtfully laid out, with attention to detail that made the stay feel upscale. Staff were friendly, helpful, and made everything easy from check-in to check-out. The overall atmosphere felt relaxed but polished, which made it a great place to unwind.

We had an exceptional stay in every way at Arrive. The service was so friendly and attentive, the room was beautifully decorated, and the hotel location was perfect. Arrive hotel truly delivered an unforgettable and relaxing experience. I look forward to staying again!!

If I could leave a 6 star on my review I would. Excellent stay, accommodations were great. Location was a plus. Enjoyed interacting with Justin, general manager, he was exceptional in his recommendations as of things to do and see in Wilmington. John, another employee was also friendly and very nice.

The place is super nice, cozy. The restaurant below is a plus. And we’ve loved the location, walking distance to many key spots and cool restaurants.

We had a suite and the room and bathroom were smaller than expected. Also you listen your neighbours noises as if they were living with you. Cleaning is not daily, you have to ask for it, and when we did, we only received fresh towels. We thought it was a regular hotel and for the price we paid we expected something else. Valet parking is super expensive and you have to track the valet guy all over the place to get your car. There is a public parking in front of the hotel, save yourself the overexpense.

La chambre, les lieux communs, le restaurant et pdj! Le cocktail de bienvenue!!

RAS

Great property and the location was perfect. Ashley awesome! Made sure we had a great experience - got the fire pit started and shared some good ghost stories!

Arrive was wonderful and would stay again! Valet team, especially Leo, were a huge help during our stay. I would recommend this hotel to anyone looking for a weekend away.

Leo did a great job with valet parking and helping with luggage. He was courteous and very accommodating, always with a smile.

From check-in to check out, we had an amazing weekend trip in Wilmington, NC. ARRIVE Boutique Hotel was a lovely place to stay. We love the Gazebo Bar, as well as Dram Yard Restaurant, located on the property. Cozy courtyard and a huge shootout to Leo our valet. Fast friendly service when we needed our car. A huge thank you to entire staff at ARRIVE. It was a great birthday weekend for my partner.

ARRIVE Wilmington is one of our absolute favorites. Every visit—whether we’re staying overnight at the hotel or just stopping by at the bar/restaurant- reminds us why this place stands out. The entire staff is so friendly and welcoming, and you can feel the pride they take in creating such a warm, inviting atmosphere. Emily S., the bartender at the Gazebo Bar, is truly the heart of it all. Her cocktails are made completely from scratch—fresh ingredients, perfectly balanced flavors, and so much care behind every pour. Beyond her talent, she’s just the most welcoming and genuine person. We work in the hospitality industry, and it’s rare to find someone who remembers guests and greets them like old friends each time they return. Even when we’re not staying at the hotel, we make it a point to visit the bar just to see her. Ashley is another standout—so kind, professional, and dedicated. You can tell she truly loves this place and takes great pride in ensuring every guest feels at home. Her warmth and attention to detail make such a lasting impression. And let’s not forget the food—it’s incredible. Everything tastes fresh, locally sourced, and thoughtfully prepared. Pair that with the handcrafted drinks and relaxed coastal vibe, and it’s easily one of the best all-around experiences in Wilmington. If you’re visiting the area, do yourself a favor and stop by ARRIVE Wilmington or The Gazebo Bar. You’ll be welcomed like family—and probably find yourself planning your next visit before you even leave.

Absolutely beautiful. Came with my two children for the night . The room was beautiful and well prepared. The outside area is very peaceful both at nighttime and in the morning. Convenient store across street if need anything last minutes . Overall the service and hospitality was top tier. And I will stay at any ARRIVE hotel.

Al very nice!