Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
Riverfront hotel with outdoor pool, near Cape Fear Community College

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Lobby
Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe
Along the scenic Riverwalk, Hotel Ballast Wilmington offers a warm welcome with an outdoor pool and sun loungers. With breakfast, lunch, and dinner at Board & Barrel restaurant, coffee from the on-site cafe, free WiFi to stay connected and dry cleaning services for convenience. Previous guests praised the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Airport transfer
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk

Main amenities (12)

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Outdoor pool
  • Breakfast available
  • Free airport shuttle
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Valet parking
  • Self parking
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Business center
  • 15 meeting rooms

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Terrace
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is CNY714
CNY807 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1

Why we love this property

Art deco delight
Pool-side dining awaits at this Art Deco hotel on the river. Located in the historical district, it offers views of the city center from its boardwalk.
Dining with pool views
Experience pool-view dining at this hotel's restaurant or visit the cafe for lighter fare. Guests can also enjoy a full breakfast or unwind at the bar.
Premium sleep experience
Hypo-allergenic premium bedding and a pillowtop mattress await in each room. Blackout drapes and down comforters ensure a night of pure bliss.

Room options

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Room, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(59 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(56 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(38 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bridal)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, City View (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, City View (Mobility)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View (Mobility, Roll-in Shower)

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, River View (Mobility & Hearing, Roll-in Shower)

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Pillowtop bed
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Accessible, Bathtub (Mobility & Hearing)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Cape Fear Community College - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive
  • Free airport shuttle

Restaurants

  • ‪Copper Penny - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cape Fear Wine And Beer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Drift Coffee & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The German Cafe - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Wilmington - Downtown - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is just 3.9 mi (6.3 km) from the airport and offers a free shuttle (available 24 hours). Guests can take a dip in the outdoor pool or grab a bite to eat at Board & Barrel, which serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. A bar/lounge, a 24-hour fitness center, and a snack bar/deli are other highlights at this Art Deco hotel. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 272 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Express check-out available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 21
    • Check-out time is 11 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
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Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 21
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite self parking (USD 22 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Onsite valet parking (USD 27 per day; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
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Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) on weekend mornings 7:00 AM–11:00 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rentals/tours nearby

Working away

  • Business center
  • 15 meeting rooms
  • Computer station
  • Conference space (20000 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Pool loungers

Facilities

  • Built in 1970
  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Terrace
  • Television in common areas
  • 24-hour fitness center
  • An outdoor pool
  • Banquet hall
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 2 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Closed captioned TV
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Stair-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium cable channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Down comforter
  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Phone

More

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • In-room safe (laptop compatible)
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Board & Barrel - Overlooking the pool, this restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
Buffalo Bayou - This coffee shop serves light fare only. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately USD 5 to 60 per person

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for USD 10.0 per night

Parking

  • Self parking costs USD 22 per day with in/out privileges
  • Valet parking costs USD 27 per day with in/out privileges

Policies

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards on site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.

Also known as

Hilton Riverside Hotel Wilmington
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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Hotel

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Is there a pool at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes, there's an outdoor pool.

Are pets allowed at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes. Self parking costs USD 22 per day. Valet parking costs USD 27 per day.

Is airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes, a free airport shuttle is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 11 AM. Express check-out and contactless check-in and check-out are available.

What is there to do at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton and nearby?

Have fun with nearby activities like cycling, boat tours, and hiking. Additional recreation nearby includes segway rentals. Enjoy a swim in the outdoor pool or use the hotel's other amenities, which include a 24-hour fitness center.

Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes, Board & Barrel offers pool views.

What's the area around Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton like?

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is in Downtown Wilmington, a short 7-minute drive from Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) and 4 minutes' walk from Riverwalk. The local area is walkable and popular for its beaches.

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Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

4.0

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.2

Property conditions & facilities

What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant served really good food with excellent service and there were plenty of dining options nearby. (15 reviews)
  • The pool area was clean, tidy, and comfortable with some reviewers enjoying the live music and great views. (21 reviews)
  • Breakfast was excellent with great selection and quality, with many guests praising the buffet and menu options. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Clean room and very nice atmosphere
Hannah, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel, great view from river side, and friendly staff.
Amy, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Great location but could use some upgrades. That said, bed was comfy and shower was great. Pool loungers and access to waterfront was a plus!
Stefanie, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel! Had a great stay! Amazing service.
John, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The place was comfortable and they accommodated our late checkout request, which was very helpful. One of us had an event nearby that ran late, and we were able to hang out inside and outside in comfortable areas while we waited. The mattresses are lacking a bit - not the worst but not the best. The bathroom was wonderfully spacious and very clean. Thank you, Hotel Ballast!
Alisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Amazing water views and friendly staff. Room was comfortable but the hotel is in need of some love. A lot of room features are quite old and dirty.
Ben, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

We enjoyed the ocean view from our room.
Ronald, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel Ballast will continue to be our choice of stay for future trips. Great experience all around.
Rob, 2-night trip

6/10 Good

Very noisy at check in
Harry, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice hotel. Check in was super quick
david, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Staff was very helpful and pleasant. Our grandson loved the view of the battleship North Carolina. Pool was very nice would deffinetly stay here again.
Joseph, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Clean and simple hotel just what we were looking for for two nights.
Shey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked how easy it was to park, and get to my room. Staff was very kind, and generous. I would stay here again.
Nathanael, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, excellent staff, lots to offer
Chad, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

everything was great
Darlene, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent property and staff. Right on the River Walk. Minutes from Market Street.
David, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

We were able to check in early. The receptionist Jeanette was fantastic and she sent us champagne and chocolate covered strawberries for our anniversary.
Kevin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything was fantastic! The staff were super friendly and helpful. The room was great! The bed was comfortable. The hotel was within walking distance of lots of points of interest. We would definitely return.
George, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice spot

Hotel let us check in early. Was very clean and nice! Great location
Alexandra, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The staff, as always are top tier! I love that the River Walk and downtown businesses are right near the hotel.
Starr, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was quaint with a lot of character. Great staff
Luis, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Such a great place to stay!

We loved the hotel and location. Our room was nice and clean with a wonderful view. Our stay was perfect. The only thing we could have asked for would have been room service from the restaurant but that’s not a deal breaker.
Melissa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great location hotel needs some updates around the property
Helen, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Erica at the front desk was amazing. Thank you for your help!
Lauren, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Front desk is very nice they have a great restaurant there
Lisa, 2-night trip