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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

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Located close to Riverwalk and Cape Fear Community College, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton provides a free roundtrip airport shuttle, a terrace, and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Board & Barrel, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, and pool views. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, with speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.

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8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Room, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(83 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a view of a landscape through the window.

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(87 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

Room, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(78 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a view of a landscape through the window.

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(45 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

Suite, 1 King Bed, River View

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • River view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A room with a champagne bottle, glasses, a plate with chocolate and strawberries, and a dress on a mannequin.

Suite, 1 King Bed (Bridal)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV, and a dresser.

Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds, City View (Historic View)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a TV, and a window with a city view.

Suite, 1 King Bed, City View (Historic View)

  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV, and a dresser.

Suite, 2 Double Beds, Mobility Accessible (Mobility)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible (Mobility)

  • City view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a chair, a small table, and a view of a landscape through the window.

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

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(13 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the outdoors.

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

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • River view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A modern living room with a sofa, a glass coffee table, a TV, and a dresser.

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

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Located on the waterfront, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is in Downtown Wilmington, a walkable area in Wilmington with great shopping. Shoppers can check out Mayfaire Town Center, while everyone can enjoy the natural beauty of Cape Fear River and Wrightsville Beach. Cape Fear Community College and Riverwalk are two other places to visit that come recommended. Discover the area's water adventures with boat tours nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
Map
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401

What's nearby

  • A river winding through a city with industrial areas and green spaces.
    Riverwalk
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A waterfront promenade with a metal pier, trees, and a building with a red roof.
    Wilmington Convention Center
    6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • A large white building with columns and arched windows.
    Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion
    16 min walk - 0.9 miles

Getting around

  • Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM)
    7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Hell's Kitchen
    6 min walk
  • Java Dog Coffee House
    4 min walk
  • Copper Penny
    4 min walk
  • Manna
    6 min walk
  • Beer Barrio
    5 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 25+ Mbps
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free roundtrip airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
  • Uncovered self parking on site (USD 24 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Weekend full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM for a fee: USD 5 to 60 per person
  • A bar/lounge
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Board & Barrel
  • Buffalo Bayou

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Outdoor pool
  • TV in common areas

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Outdoor pool
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM
  • Gift shop/newsstand
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 15 meeting rooms
  • 20,000 square feet of conference space
  • Business center

Outdoors

  • On a river
  • On the boardwalk/promenade
  • 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.
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Elevator
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Null
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 9 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1970
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Free crib
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

This property offers transfers from the airport; to arrange pick-up, guests must contact the property on arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per stay
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Diners Club
  • Discover
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 60 per person
  • Uncovered self parking fee: USD 24 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Uncovered valet parking fee: USD 30 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per stay

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

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, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
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

We should mention

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
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is available for USD 24 per day. Valet parking is available for USD 30 per day.

What time is check-in at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs 5:00 AM–11:00 PM on request.

Where is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton located?

Located in Downtown Wilmington, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Cape Fear Community College, Cape Fear River, and Wilmington Convention Center. Riverwalk and Battleship North Carolina are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

8.6

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 880 out of 1732 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 371 out of 1732 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 252 out of 1732 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 132 out of 1732 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 97 out of 1732 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the location with so many things to do walking, or 5mins drive, and bed was super comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
our view was awesome
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location. Hotel old and overpriced.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice. Very good service at the resturants. Great river view. Convenient to downtown Wilmington.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful location. Close to shopping and dining options.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Sugo Restaurant - fab!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The hotel was okay. Location was great, and view was amazing. However the hotel needs some updating. Lots of small maintenance things need to be done, to make the hotel worth the cost. The staff at the front desk was very nice and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved everything! And the restaurants were great!! Great view & very clean!! Will stay again!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast and bar seemed small for the size of the hotel and no room service available. Had to go offsite to
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This was our second time staying here. We have been overly impressed both times. Walking distance to alot of things, clean rooms and friendly staff. We love this place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved how helpful the staff was and how extremely kind they were
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, amazing view, conveniently located downtown. Lots of restaurants and shops within walking distance
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location, spotless pool, clean room and excellent service!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room and great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The rooms were rather small but they were very clean. The staff at the front desk was very helpful. The toilet ran all night long which I had to tell them about in the morning and we had to have maintenance come upstairs to unstop the sink. Also the heat did not work at all.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The furniture and rugs throughout need to be replaced. Things seemed worn out. The hotels location is amazing!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very good quite nice customer service a bit pricey but overall pretty awesome!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

The rooms and amenities are very dated They need to be updated for sure Bathrooms in rooms need the most work - no mini refrigerators either , bummer Location of hotel is great !
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Pros: airport shuttle, walking distance to surrounding restaurants and river walk. Friendly/helpful staff. On sight restaurant as well as upscale restaurants Cons: no microwave or refrigerator in the “standard” rooms. Trouble with the heating/ac in the room.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice spot right in the heart of downtown Wilmington. One of the best valets I’ve ever experienced and all staff was so friendly. I would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Hotel is a little run down. Pillows were terrible but can’t beat the location and views and great pool area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always nice to be in Wilmington. Good hotel with the best view (Battleship). Love wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The overall stay was okay. The rooms and hotel over all need a huge upgrade. The property is close to all the shops and restaurants are with in a walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is amazing. Victoria was very kind and helpful at all times. We had a great stay. Location is also perfect. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The pool was nice and the location was central to the downtown area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026