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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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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

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

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
$144 nightly
The total price is $162
Jul 7 - Jul 8
Total includes taxes and fees

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

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

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Connecting rooms available
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Hypo-allergenic bedding
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  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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

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Room, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

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

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bridal)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Highlights

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • River view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Highlights

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
HDTV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Down duvet
  • City view
  • 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
  • Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Battleship North Carolina - 4 min drive - 0.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Front Street Brewery - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Mellow Mushroom Wilmington - Downtown - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Cape Fear Wine and Beer - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Beer Barrio - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hell's Kitchen - ‬6 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.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 272 rooms
    • Arranged over 9 floors
DONE

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
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
DONE

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
DONE

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
DONE

Transfers

    • Free airport shuttle (available 24 hours)
DONE

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

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

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What guests liked

  • The property's restaurant served really good food with excellent service and there are plenty of places to eat and drink nearby. (12 reviews)
  • The pool area was great, nice, tidy, and comfortable with live music and a lovely seating area. (15 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10

Awesone experience.
2-night trip

10/10

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.
1-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel on the water, close walk to a lot of places.
2-night trip

10/10

Great stay, definitely going there again.
3-night trip

10/10

Great place!
1-night trip

10/10

nice hotel with bar and restaurant onsite
2-night trip

10/10

Our updated 6th floor riverview room was relaxing. I wish there had been a small refrigerator to handle leftovers, fruit, and medicine. Our 3day parking pass was a blessing, since parking downtown is difficult. This hotel is central to the Riverwalk experience. The pool area was clean and relaxing with live music. We enjoyed our stay and would recommend this hotel...just be prepared to add many dollars to your credit card.
The USS NC Battleship taken from our clean window
Rental sailboat in front of hotel
Sunset over the bridge
Sunset behind the battleship
3-night trip

10/10

Great location. Walkable city.
3-night trip

10/10

Beautiful hotel and room. All the staff was friendly and helpful when we had questions. Room was very clean and spacious. Loved our stay there.
2-night trip

10/10

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

10/10

Wilmington is a charming little town. I was on their own business. The ballast hotel did not disappoint! It was probably the best possible place you can stay in Wilmington.
3-night trip

10/10

Hotel Tapestry was awesome and very close to popular Wilmington locations.
2-night trip

10/10

Very friendly people and great location. Would stay there again. Cheers!
3-night trip

2/10

The Staff was rude. Tyler the front desk Manager was rude and not accommodating. When asked to speak with someone else he responded as if he was the only option. The rooms where hot and humid. The hot water did not get hot. I will NEVER stay here again!
4-night trip

10/10

Can’t wait to stay again!!
2-night trip

10/10

The staff was courteous, professional, and exceptionally friendly. The room was well-maintained, and the hotel’s proximity to various attractions in Wilmington is highly advantageous.
1-night trip

10/10

Staff was friendly, hotel is very clean and centrally located.
3-night trip

6/10

Over priced for what you get
4-night trip

10/10

We always love staying here!
3-night trip

6/10

Older hotel that has made updates. View of USS NC Battleship was a huge plus. Wi-Fi worked good. Air, TV, and bathroom good. The hvac was noisy but good with noise at night. Restaurant breakfast is definitely on beach time…very slow. Parking on site or valet.
2-night trip

10/10

Great staff and facility
2-night trip

10/10

Staff was very nice and helpful
2-night trip

10/10

Very comfortable hotel with excellent location on the river. Miss Ericka at the front desk was extremely helpful and knowledgeable — ensured I was able to find a taxi for my pre-dawn ride to the airport which was before the Hotel’s airport shuttle started running.
1-night trip

10/10

We had a great time. Was everything it was said to be.
2-night trip

6/10

nice and clean hotel. But if you have to pay 5 dollars for a drip coffee in the lobby is a little crazy in my opinion. i do stay a lot in hotels and drip coffee is normally free.
2-night trip