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Hotel Overview

5229 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28405

Mainstay Suites Wilmington - University Area, extended-stay hotel with full kitchens near Cape Fear Museum

Located 7 minutes from Jungle Rapids Family Fun Park and 10 km from Wilmington International Airport. The hotel offers a seasonal outdoor pool, fitness center, and courtyard with barbecue grills. Guests have access to a business center with computers, free deluxe continental breakfast, free premium cable television, and free high-speed Internet access. Nearby attractions include the Cape Fear Museum, Wrightsville Beach, and the USS North Carolina Battleship Memorial.

Additional perks of the hotel

Weekly housekeeping service

Free local calls

Complimentary wireless Internet access

Gift shops/newsstands

Television in a common area

Manager's reception each Wednesday

Picnic area

24-hour front desk

Complimentary newspapers in the lobby

Spacious suites

All 63 air-conditioned suites include full kitchens with refrigerators, microwaves, coffee makers, sinks with disposals, dishwashers, cookware, dishes, and utensils. Each suite has a living room with a sofa sleeper, a private bathroom with a bath or shower, premium bedding, and a laptop-friendly workspace. Some suites feature a separate sitting area.

Other conveniences

Hair dryers, irons, and ironing boards

Flat-screen TV with movie channels

Air conditioning

Carpeted floor

Free toiletries

AM/FM alarm clock

Window guards

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Our listed hotels offer a variety of room types—double rooms, family suites, or deluxe options—all with features like breakfast, flexible cancellation policies, and exclusive deals.

King Suite Non-Smoking

Max:

4 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

Heating

Air conditioning

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Queen Suite Non-Smoking

Max:

6 persons

360 sq. feet

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Air conditioning

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Standard Queen Suite Two Queen Beds Non-Smoking

Max:

6 persons

Bed options:

2 King Size Beds

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Transportation Tips

Transportation Options

City Centre

Wilmington 2.4 mi

Airports

Wilmington International (ILM) 4.7 mi

Albert J. Ellis (OAJ) 53.7 mi

Amenities

Thoughtful hotel amenities for a comfortable stay

Wi-Fi

Free parking

Luggage storage

24-hour services

24-hour reception

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
24-hour reception
Pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Security
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Services

Housekeeping

Business

Business centre
Fax/Photocopying

Spa & Leisure

Seasonal outdoor pool
Garden area
BBQ facilities

Room features

Air conditioning
Heating
Sitting area
Garden furniture
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Cookware/ Kitchen utensils

Media

AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Hotel Location

5229 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28405

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5229 Market Street, Wilmington, North Carolina, United States, 28405

City landmarks

Landmark

Eclipse Artisan Boutique

3900 ft

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Bethel Holiness Church

2500 ft

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Break Time Billiards and Sports

2700 ft

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Rack'm Pub and Billiard

3900 ft

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AMC CLASSIC Wilmington 16

5300 ft

Church

Church of the Servant

4500 ft

Landmark

MR David's School of Hair Dsgn

5000 ft

Landmark

New Covenant Full Gospel Church

5200 ft

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Cape Fear Christian Church

1.0 mi

Landmark

DefyGravity Wilmington Trampoline Park

2.0 mi

Church

Freedom Baptist Church

1.1 mi

Church

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints

1.1 mi

Landmark

Kenan Auditorium

1.1 mi

Landmark

Inland Greens

1.4 mi

Landmark

Believers Destiny Church

1.1 mi

Landmark

University of North Carolina Wilmington

1.3 mi

Landmark

Trask Coliseum

1.4 mi

Church

Pearsall Memorial Presbyterian Church

1.3 mi

Church

Saint Nicholas Greek Orthodox Church

1.3 mi

Landmark

Anne McCrary Park

1.4 mi

Landmark

Maides Park

1.5 mi

Church

Saint Matthews Evangelical Lutheran Church

1.4 mi

Church

Macedonia Missionary Baptist Church

1.4 mi

Landmark

Bluethenthal Wildflower Preserve

1.5 mi

Landmark

Mount Hermon Missionary Baptist Church

1.6 mi

Church

Grace Baptist Church

1.6 mi

Church

Windermere Presbyterian Church

1.6 mi

Church

Emmanuel Associate Reformed Presbyterian Church

1.7 mi

Park

Hugh MacRae Park

2.6 mi

Park

Empie Park

2.3 mi

Nearby

203 Racine Dr

Eclipse Artisan Boutique

3900 ft

Restaurants

Chopstix

600 ft

5214 Market St Ste 104

Bitty & Beau's Coffee

2300 ft

4949 New Centre Dr

Dunkin'

1400 ft

5111 Market St

Guest Reviews & Ratings

What Guests Are Saying?

William

United States, March 2024

7.8/10

The hotel has everything we could need, with a full kitchen, living room, bedroom, and a dishwasher. However, there were some room issues like a ripped sofa arm and a rustic refrigerator. The AC made the suite hot.

Rooms

7.0

Service

9.0

The staff was exceptionally nice and friendly, making our stay comfortable.

Location

8.0

The location was central to many activities in town, but could have used some more seating options in the room.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were sufficient but could have included more variety in warm options.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel's facilities were adequate for our needs.

Great location

Room maintenance

John

United States, October 2023

8.4/10

The hotel offers very spacious rooms with a full working kitchen, although breakfast options were limited but still delicious. The cleanliness of the rooms was impeccable, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were large, spacious, and well laid out with a full working kitchen.

Service

8.0

The staff working the evening shift that night was friendly, attentive, and very accommodating to our needs.

Location

9.0

The location was very convenient, being central to many attractions like the beach, school, and downtown area.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was simple but delicious, although it could have offered a few more warm options.

Facilities

9.0

The hotel provides all the necessary facilities for a comfortable and enjoyable stay.

Charlotte

United States, October 2023

8.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at this hotel for one night. The location was excellent, and the room was comfortable, clean, and very quiet. It felt like a home away from home with a full refrigerator available. The service was friendly and welcoming, and the staff even shared local information about downtown shops. The dining options were satisfactory, and the facilities provided a good experience overall.

Rooms

8.0

The room was very cozy and felt like home, with a full refrigerator available. Neat and clean, just like the rest of the hotel.

Service

9.0

The service was very friendly and welcoming. The staff was understanding and accommodating, even giving local tips about the area.

Location

9.0

The location was great, very convenient to the school, beach, and downtown area. Easy access to UNCW and other attractions in Wilmington.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was satisfactory, with good choices and cleanliness. I enjoyed the takeaway Jimmy Dean breakfast sandwiches.