New Hotel in Wilmington, North Carolina Welcome to the brand new Holiday Inn Express Wilmington - Porters Neck. We are located minutes away from Wrightsville Beach and just a short drive from the Wilmington International Airport. Our hotel is located on the North end of Wilmington, a straight shot up to Jacksonville off of Highway 17! We welcome travelers who need a place to stay near the airport or who are driving into the area from Highway 17 and beachgoers who want to enjoy the great Wrightsville Beach area! Are you a perspective student or a parent of a current student at the University of North Carolina Wilmington (UNCW)? Our hotel is conveniently located just minutes away from UNCW's beautiful campus! Beach lovers can also enjoy walking down Johnny Mercer's Pier or surfing the waves of the Atlantic Ocean, the beach is just a short drive away! Our new hotel is also minutes away from the GE Hitachi Nuclear location and other corporations. Our hotel exudes a contemporary look with exceptional service and amenities for both the business and leisure traveler. Our accommodations offer free Wi-Fi, parking, and hot breakfast. Maintain your workout routine with our 24-hour fitness center or take a swim in our indoor pool. Each room is equipped with a microwave, mini-refrigerator, coffee maker, television, numerous plug outlets, and an in-room safe.