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Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4.0 star property
4-star Art Deco hotel near Cape Fear Community College

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Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Free airport shuttle
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym

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301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401
  • Place, Riverwalk
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Cape Fear Community College
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Wilmington Convention Center
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Airport, Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

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

Room, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

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

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Room, 1 King Bed, River View | Premium bedding, down comforters, pillowtop beds, in-room safe

Room, 1 King Bed, River View

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

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

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Room, 2 Double Beds, River View

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom

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

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Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bridal) | Living area | Flat-screen TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom (Bridal)

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

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Lobby

Junior Suite, 2 Double Beds (Historic View)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed (Historic View)

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Lobby

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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

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

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

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

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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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Lobby

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

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

Wilmington

City center retreat .A stay at this Downtown Wilmington hotel places you steps from Riverwalk and within a 5-minute walk of Cape Fear Community College. Wilmington Convention Center and Cape Fear River are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Riverwalk - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Cape Fear Community College - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Cotton Exchange - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Wilmington Convention Center - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

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
  • ‪Pour Taproom - Wilmington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

4-star Art Deco hotel near Cape Fear Community College
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers its guests an outdoor pool and a 24-hour fitness center. Along with a restaurant and a coffee shop/cafe, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site, and both WiFi and wired Internet are free in public spaces.

A business center and 15 meeting rooms are available. Event space at this hotel measures 20000 square feet (1858 square meters) and includes conference space. A terrace, a vending machine, and multilingual staff are also featured at the business-friendly Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton. A roundtrip airport shuttle is free (available 24 hours). Parking is available for a fee.

This 4-star Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

  • 272 guestrooms or units
  • 9 levels
  • 20000 sq ft of conference space
  • 1858 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1970
  • Deli
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Terrace
  • Gift shop
  • Television in lobby
  • ATM
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers 272 air-conditioned accommodations with laptop-compatible safes and safes. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include coffee/tea makers and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is offered on request and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • Laundry facilities
  • Outdoor pool
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

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

Things to do

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

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels

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

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker

More

  • 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • 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 may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of CleanStay (Hilton).

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the 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

How close is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to the airport?

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is 3.9 mi (7-min drive) away from the Wilmington Intl. Airport (ILM) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jan 10, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on Feb 8, 2026 start from $146.36, 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.

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have an airport shuttle?

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offers a free airport shuttle, available 24 hours a day, at scheduled times.

How close is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to the beach?

This hotel is 11.6 mi (20-min drive) from Wrightsville Beach and 16.9 mi (28-min drive) from Carolina Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of between USD 5 and 60 per person.

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

No, there is no casino at this hotel.

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

Check-in start time: 4 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

Is there free parking at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for USD 22 per day, and valet parking for USD 27 per day.

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

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton features an outdoor pool.

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

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is home to Board & Barrel, which features pool views.

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

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton to downtown Wilmington?

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton is 0.3 mi away from Wilmington.

Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 732 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 317 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 206 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 101 out of 1435 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 79 out of 1435 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jeremy

Traveled with partner
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
When I booked I noted that I wanted a room with a bathtub. It was our 20th anniversary and I wanted my wife to be able to relax in a tub. Simple request. When I arrived the manager checking us in said our room was ready. I asked if it had a tub because I specifically wanted a room with a tub. She said, I see the comment requesting a room with a tub, but no, we only have 7 rooms in the entire hotel that have a tub and none of them are available. She said I should have called to verify when I booked. Why would I call if I had no reason to assume there was an issue? They would not refund my room because I booked using Travelocity. They "upgraded" us to a river view suite. When we went to the room it was even more disappointing. It looked nothing like the pictures in the advertising. This might as well have been a walk in closet. It was so tiny the bed took up most of the space. After returning to our room I found it to be cold and noticed the thermostat was off. I switched it to heat and made sure it was set to a nice temp. Woke up in the middle of the night to find the room was only 60 degrees and the HVAC apparently doesn't work. All night the toilet is running every 10 minutes. The sink is the size of a serving platter and just as deep. I could fit four fingers between the bottom of the sink and the faucet. To flush the toilet you had to hold the handle down. The shower wouldn't drain. Overall this was the worst hotel stay I've ever had.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

robert

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel had no fridge in the room and the walls were paper thin. It was noisy all night and our left overs from the restaurant were spoiled
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Christopher

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Maintenance
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rashun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Celebrated our anniversary
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Melinda

Liked: Amenities
Should not charge for parking
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location for walking around Wilmington and touring Cape Fear. Large hotel, well maintained, very accommodating and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Dale

Traveled with pets, Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
There was no ocean view in our supposed.Historic view was obstructed by a filthy window with film coming off all over it.And you could barely make out what was on the other side.It was disgusting. There was a large wedding and a conference going on.So I understand the staff being shorthanded ice machine on the ninth floor was not working.So you had to go down to the fourth floor not very convenient.Very disappointedThe amount of money we spent to stay here
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

PEGGY

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

REBECCA

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Hotel was a little musty smelling in hallways and room - surprised is rated 5 star. There is no refrigerator, microwave or coffee in the room. Breakfast is not included. In hindsight I’d stay at one of the chain hotels downtown for less money and get more for the money. Great location and view - worth that for one night. But not longer.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice hotel, great view from river side, and friendly staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jodie

Traveled with group
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is dated and room smelt very musty. Staff was super nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tevin, Aynor

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Larry

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I loved the indoor and outdoor sitting area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel with great views, need a river room for sure or just spend your time outside by the river 👍
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Douglas A

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

A good stay!

Nice stay with good service throughout the hotel. The location, on the water, is excellent with easy access to the bars & restaurants in downtown. WiFi and smart TVs were both very strong and prided great variety and access. Tge pool is really good overlooking the river.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Fantastic location in Wilmington. Was very close to concert we attended. Excellent restaurants nearby. View from the room of the Cape Fear River was Excellent. Hotel in need of some upgrades. Especially in bathroom. Lighting terrible. Room very clean. Would stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joyce

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean and well maintained. Excellent location. Food was adequate, not exceptional. The room and dining area was frigid.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ben

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Oliver, San Diego

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a reservation for a king size bed room and they did not have it, they gave me a double bed room that was a bit dirty and one of the mattresses was way past usabble life. It sagged and sinked in different areas
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025