Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Art Deco hotel with airport shuttle service and a 24-hour fitness center

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Dates

June 2025

July 2025

Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Very good

Popular amenities

24/7 front desk
Free airport shuttle
Bar
Parking available

Explore the area

301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401

Riverwalk
‪1 min walk‬
Wilmington Convention Center
‪6 min walk‬
Battleship North Carolina
‪4 min drive‬
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
‪8 min drive‬

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Room options

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

Excellent

River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

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

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

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

Excellent

River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

Very good

City view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

City view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

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

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bridal)

City view
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

Wonderful

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

Excellent

River view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

Suite, 1 Bedroom

Very good

River view
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

Excellent

River view
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed

Room, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

Excellent

City view
Sleeps 4
2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

Wilmington

Located in Downtown Wilmington, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is adjacent to Riverwalk and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Cape Fear Community College. This 272-room, 4-star hotel welcomes guests with a restaurant, an outdoor pool, and a 24-hour gym.

What's nearby

Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
Cape Fear Community College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
Live Oak Bank Pavilion - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
Battleship North Carolina - 4 min drive - 0.2 miles

Getting around

Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) - 7 min drive

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

Art Deco hotel with airport shuttle service and a 24-hour fitness center

At Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, guests enjoy an outdoor pool, a 24-hour gym, and free WiFi in public areas. Parking is USD 22 per day (USD 27 per day for valet parking)—but if you prefer not to drive, catch a ride in the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Multilingual staff at the 24-hour front desk can assist with luggage storage, dry cleaning/laundry, and tours or tickets. Additional amenities include conference space, a business center, and a computer station.

Flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding and down comforters ensure a restful night. Other amenities include coffee makers, laptop-compatible safes, and phones. Housekeeping is available on request.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

Languages

English

Similar properties

Pool
Breakfast included
Pet friendly
Free WiFi

$143 nightly

Jun 30 - Jul 1

Total includes taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet

Parking and transportation

24-hour free roundtrip airport shuttle at scheduled times
Self parking on site (USD 22 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Valet parking on site (USD 27 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
Laundry facilities
Outdoor pool
Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

24-hour front desk
ATM
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Vending machine

Guest services

Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (on request)
Multilingual staff
Tour and ticket assistance
Wedding services

Business services

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

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.
2 accessible parking spaces
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Elevator
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways
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

9 floors
Art Deco architecture
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1970
Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

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

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

Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night
Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 5 to 60 per person
Self parking fee: USD 22 per day (in/out privileges)
Valet parking fee: USD 27 per day (in/out privileges)
Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per night

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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, a first aid kit, and window guards

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

Check-in: 4 PM—-midnight
Check-out: 11 AM
Minimum check-in age: 21

The front desk is open 24 hours a day, and checking out is easy with express services. For convenient arrivals and departures, you can take advantage of the free airport shuttle (available 24 hours). Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton provides free cancellation on some room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

As of Jun 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on Jul 3, 2025 start from $254.15, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What's there to see within easy reach of Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

This hotel is situated in Downtown Wilmington, just steps from Riverwalk and The Cotton Exchange, and within a short walk of Cape Fear River. You'll also find Live Oak Bank Pavilion and Thalian Hall Center for the Performing Arts less than a mile away.

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

Yes, valet parking is offered for USD 27 per day with in/out privileges. Accessible parking is also available for guests.

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a casino on the premises?

No, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

No, this hotel doesn't have an indoor pool; however, there is an outdoor pool.

Is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton a good place to stay for couples?

This riverfront hotel offers plenty of amenities for couples including an outdoor pool, a bar, and a restaurant.

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

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton serves a full breakfast for a surcharge on weekend mornings at Board & Barrel.

Will Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

Are there connecting rooms at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

How far is the airport from Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

The closest major airport to Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM), which is 3.9 mi away (7 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have a wedding venue on site?

There are wedding services available at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton if that's in your vacation plans.

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton 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

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Jun 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

The staff was amazing it was the day after our wedding and they were welcoming and amazing

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Helen

Business traveler, Traveled with family

Jun 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities

Great location hotel needs some updates around the property

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Traveled with group

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nakita

Traveled with family

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful hotel on the water, close walk to a lot of places.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Xander

Business traveler

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Disliked: Staff & service

clean but expensive

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.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathrine

Mar 23, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Scott

Mar 22, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

Not a great visit this time

Hotel in itself is nice enough. Last time we stayed we didnt have any real issues. This time, the TV barely worked, the bed was basically like sleeping on the floor ot was so hard and we got river view to enjoy the river and had to keep our curtains closed due to people on scaffolding. Very disappointed this trip. If it had been for more than one night I would have taken it all to management.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy

Traveled with partner

Mar 21, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Very nice staff, very nice rooms

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Breanna

Mar 20, 2025

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

There was a bit of noticeable hair on the floor in our room. I also experienced a large rat but i wasn’t too surprised with the proximity to the water. Overall beautiful hotel

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Barbara

Mar 17, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alicia

Traveled with partner

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

The hotel was very nice. When we arrived there were not enough towels in our room. That was really the only complaint I have about hotel. It is centrally located to all shopping, dining and boardwalk.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Yolanda

Mar 16, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

It was a nice hotel.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Staci

Traveled with group

Mar 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful hotel. Great staff!

Everything was excellent and the staff was wonderful. My only suggestion is that most of the regular size rooms did not have mini-fridges. If these had been available, the experience would have been perfect!

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

Traveled with partner

Mar 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

amazing

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gloria

Traveled with family

Mar 10, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Excellent location, very clean and employees were exceptional!! I’ll stay here again anytime.

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Guna

Mar 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location. Walkable city.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christopher, Charlotte

Mar 9, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brittany

Mar 9, 2025

Loved this property! Very clean! We had an issue with our AC/heat & maintenance fixed it within an hour!

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dante

Mar 7, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

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.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann Meade

Mar 6, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Traveled with family

Mar 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Staff was very helpful and friendly. Room very comfortable. I didn’t know how to operate the blinds. Might be nice to provide some instructions!

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Siddharth

Mar 3, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

LaToyna

Mar 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Christin

Traveled with family

Mar 2, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

Dirty shower and messed up sink

I had to clean the shower it was dirty , the bathroom sink was messed up and black mold was coming up . Had to use the shower to brush teeth and wash face. Couldn’t receive new room the hotel was booked. I was not offered a discount or anything.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025