Located close to Riverwalk and Cape Fear Community College, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton provides a free return 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 a speed of 25+ Mbps, and guests can find other amenities, such as a bar and a 24-hour gym.
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 visit 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 nearby boat tours, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
301 N Water St, Wilmington, NC, 28401
What's nearby
Riverwalk
1 min walk - 0.1 km
Wilmington Convention Center
6 min walk - 0.5 km
Cape Fear Community College
3 min walk - 0.3 km
Cape Fear Museum of History and Science
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Wilson Center at Cape Fear Community College
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Wilmington, NC (ILM-Wilmington Intl.)
7 min drive
Restaurants
Burger King
3 min drive
Kilwin's
6 min walk
Anne Bonny's Bar and Grill
7 min walk
Hidden Grounds Coffee
8 min walk
Slice of Life
7 min walk
About this property
Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton
Upscale hotel near Cape Fear Community College
Located close to Riverwalk and Wilmington Convention Center, Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton provides a free return airport shuttle, a terrace and a coffee shop/cafe. The on-site restaurant, Board & Barrel, offers breakfast, lunch, dinner and pool views. Free in-room WiFi, with a speed of 25+ Mbps, is available to all guests, along with a bar and a 24-hour gym.
Other perks at this hotel include:
An outdoor pool, along with sunloungers
Full breakfast (surcharge), valet parking (surcharge) and express check-out
Smoke-free property, 15 meeting rooms and a ballroom
Luggage storage, multilingual staff and a lift
Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff and proximity to shopping
Room features
All 272 rooms have comforts such as laptop-compatible safes and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches such as free WiFi and air conditioning. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness rooms at the property.
Other amenities include:
Hypo-allergenic bedding, down duvets and free cots/infant beds
Bathrooms with baths or showers and free toiletries
Free return airport shuttle from 5:00 AM to 11:00 PM on request
Uncovered parking on site (USD 24 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Uncovered valet parking on site (USD 30 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet and self parking
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 cot
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 centre
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
Accessible airport shuttle
Assistive listening devices
Braille/raised signage
Front entrance ramp
Handrails in stairways
Lift
Well-lit path to entrance
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible business centre
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
Wheelchair-accessible pool
Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
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
Bedsheets provided
Blackout drapes
Down comforter
Free cot
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 and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 21
Check-out
Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out
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 cots are available on request at the property
Payment types at the property
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)
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.
How much does it cost to stay at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?
As of 20 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton on 23 Aug 2026 start from ฿4,005, 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.
Is Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?
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?
Checkout 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 from 5:00 AM to 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 selected 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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