River Hotel of Southport

2.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Full-sized fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, cookware/dishes/utensils
Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, individually decorated
Terrace/patio
Reception

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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704 E Moore St, Southport, NC, 28461
  • Place, Waterfront Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, The Clubs at St. James
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Southport Marina
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪47 min drive‬

Room options

Deluxe Studio, 1 Bedroom, Balcony, River View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(70 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Large Single Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Deluxe Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Balcony, River View

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(68 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Panoramic Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(19 reviews)
  • River view
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Studio, 1 Bedroom, Kitchenette, Pool View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(41 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Standard Double Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(36 reviews)
  • 35 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Economy Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

River Hotel of Southport

This smoke-free hotel features a private beach, express check-out and a picnic area. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Change of towels is available on request
River Hotel of Southport offers 44 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 32-inch LED televisions come with premium cable channels. Kitchenettes offer full-sized fridge/freezers, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils. Bathrooms include baths or showers and complimentary toiletries.

This Southport hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Hypo-allergenic bedding and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a private beach.
River Hotel of Southport's great beach location gets high marks from our customers. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from Old Brunswick County Jail Museum. Enjoy features like free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include a lift and a terrace
  • On-site recreation includes a private beach
  • Guests really like the accommodation for the cleanliness and comfy beds
  • Within a 10-minute walk of Old Brunswick County Jail Museum and North Carolina Maritime Museum at Southport
A private beach is featured. As a guest of River Hotel of Southport, you'll find a terrace, a picnic area, and express check-out. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

This Colonial Southport hotel is smoke free.


Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a carport

Things to do

  • Concerts/live shows
  • Evening entertainment
  • Games
  • Pool

Family friendly

  • In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels
  • On a private beach
  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Pool loungers
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 2019
  • Colonial architecture
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch LED TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Mobile key entry
  • Phone
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
You will be asked to provide the property with a copy of your government-issued photo ID after booking
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests arriving after 8PM will receive an email with specific instructions to access our lockboxes or establish a digital key to your smart phone.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: USD 100 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival. Guests arriving after 8:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in information and lockbox information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 9:00 PM
  • Guests may experience noise disturbance due to nearby construction work.

Property is also known as

River Hotel of Southport Hotel
River Hotel of Southport Southport
River Hotel of Southport Hotel Southport

River Hotel of Southport Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 847 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 126 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 19 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 11 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 1007 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Patsy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We only stayed one night but will definitely stay here any time we return to Southport!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location, love the pool and little beach, very clean and has great amenities!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Perfect long weekend stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in a great location. We were just passing through and it was perfect! Reasonable price and quick check in.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Matthew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel walking distance to everything
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location - we walked to most of our destinations. The room was very clean and had everything we needed.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing weekend at this hotel. Wonderful staff in the office, loved the private beach, dock, and pool. Will stay again☀️
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

April

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful property. We really enjoyed the beach area and pier. Clean room, Quiet and quaint, highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anita

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love this place
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
River Hotel is a quaint and beautiful hotel in a scenic area of the historic town of Southport. Staff was friendly, the room was clean and the entire experience was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rosanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean, anything you need in the kitchen, and great amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly check in beautiful view quiet room and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice place
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a very nice hotel. The room we had was in excellent shape. We really enjoyed their pier and being able to walk to downtown Southport.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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8/10 Good

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel. Clean rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Kitchen was great and loved having a full size fridge! Big bathroom and nice thick towels!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Diane

Yes room was lovely,and all the staff was very friendly and helpful
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a very quaint and unique place. We loved it and really enjoyed our stay. The staff was super helpful and friendly. Very clean and comfortable! Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean and they make check in so easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
very clean room, staff very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was clean and totally comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Emily

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff and great room. Really clean and comfy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very accommodating staff, comfortable room.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Yvonne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Our room was spotless, bright and inviting!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Terri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very nice hotel with all needed amenities. We checked in late and the process was very easy. Beautiful view of the river from our balcony. Would come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026