Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Overview
301 North Water St., Wilmington, NC 28401 United States
near Exit 420b a on I-40 (~5.4mi)
Near Riverwalk
Call to book 1-800-219-2797 by Res.ai
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The cool thing about Hotel Ballast Wilmington Tapestry Collection by Hilton is its prime location in the heart of Wilmington, within walking distance to Cape Fear Community College, Wilmington Convention Center, and the Riverwalk.

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Highlights
Free WiFi
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Wheelchair accessible parking
24-hour fitness facilities
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4.0
20-Oct-2026
"Beautiful place "

Beautiful hotel. Rooms are very clean and well kept. I requested an airport shuttle that never showed up but it was a very busy day in town so I understood. Overall I would definitely return here. Nice downtown area good shopping and good restaurants.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Oct 17 to Tue Oct 20 2026 at a $244.54 average nightly rate.
4.0
08-Jul-2026
"One Night for the Books"

The hotel was very clean, my room was nice with all of the amenities.

(Group coordinator, booked 2 rooms)
Verified Review, stayed from Tue Jun 30 to Wed Jul 01 2026 at a $169.00 average nightly rate.
4.0
19-Apr-2026
"Great Location"

Very nice hotel. Perfect location for the river walk. Walking distance to anywhere downtown Wilmington.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 18 to Sun Apr 19 2026 at a $221.53 average nightly rate.
4.0
19-Apr-2026
"Great Location"

Very nice hotel. Perfect location for the river walk. Walking distance to anywhere downtown Wilmington.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Sat Apr 18 to Sun Apr 19 2026 at a $221.53 average nightly rate.
5.0
22-Dec-2025
"The best support team Ronnie and Marie"

Your management corrected any problems.

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Fri Dec 19 to Sun Dec 21 2025 at a $151.99 average nightly rate.
5.0
14-Jul-2025
"Very Welcoming"

Just walking in the front doors is a pleasure. It smells wonderful. The staff is well trained in hospitality and make you feel valued as a patron there. The beds are so comfy and our favorite server is THE best (thank you Alicia).

(Individual traveler, booked 1 room)
Verified Review, stayed from Thu Jul 10 to Mon Jul 14 2025 at a $224.40 average nightly rate.
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Check-In 4:00 PM - midnight

Check-Out 11:00 AM

Year of Last Renovation: 2018

Floors: 9

Rooms: 272

Corridors: All Rooms Have Interior Hallways

Non Smoking Rooms: 272

Handicap Rooms: 14

Suites: 26

Room Windows: Windows Don't Open

Cleaning Frequency: Daily

Meeting Rooms: 17

Dist. to Food/Bars: On-site

Dist. to 24hr Restaurant: 15.0 Mi

Dist. to Nearest Gym: On-site

Nightly Parking: 24.0

Total Taxes: 13.00%

Total Misc Fees: $12.00 USD

Cancellation: 72 hours for Individual reservations within the group block

Check-In Instructions:

  • 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
  • 24-hour fitness facilities
  • 24-hour front desk
  • ATM/banking
  • Accessible airport shuttle
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet hall
  • Beach nearby
  • Bicycle rentals nearby
  • Boat tours nearby
  • Braille or raised signage
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Business center
  • Check In: 4:00 PM - midnight
  • Check Out: 11:00 AM
  • Conference space
  • Conference space size (feet) - 20000
  • Conference space size (meters) - 1858
  • Elevator
  • Express check-out
  • Free WiFi
  • Free airport transportation
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Gift shops or newsstand
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Health or beauty spa nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Housekeeping on request
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • Luggage storage
  • Multilingual staff
  • No accessible shuttle
  • Number of accessible parking spaces - 2
  • Number of bars/lounges - 1
  • Number of coffee shops/cafes - 1
  • Number of meeting rooms - 15
  • Number of outdoor pools - 1
  • Number of restaurants - 1
  • Pets not allowed
  • Pool sun loungers
  • Professional property host/manager
  • Scooter/moped rentals nearby
  • Segway rental/tour nearby
  • Self parking (surcharge)
  • Smoke-free property
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Television in common areas
  • Terrace
  • Uncovered parking
  • Uncovered parking
  • Valet parking (surcharge)
  • Vending machine
  • Wedding services
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible meeting spaces/business center
  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

breakfast hours to "07:00-10:00 on weekdays and 07:00-11:00 on weekends".

Self parking (USD 24 per night, on site, with in/out privileges) Valet parking (USD 30 per night, on site, with in/out privileges) Parking Fees Set By Hotel Access Gate Secured parking In Out Privilege Accessible van parking

Complimentary Wi-Fi in guestrooms and public spaces

Contactless check-in is available

Contactless check-out is available

Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitization guidelines CleanStay (Hilton)

Essential workers only - NO

Bed & Breakfast Packages for two at select locations

Have serenity beds made by Serta and Peter Thomas Roth hair & skincare bath amenities

Pre-arrival planning services

Pet Friendly Program

The Hilton Hotels and Resorts highlights above are subject to change without notice.

Day 1

Breakfast Bitty & Beau's Coffee - Start your day with a cup of coffee and support a great cause at this inclusive coffee shop located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Front Street Brewery - Grab a bite to eat and try some locally brewed beer at this historic brewery located 0.2 miles from the hotel.
Dinner The George on the Riverwalk - Enjoy delicious seafood and waterfront views at this popular restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Activity Wilmington Riverwalk - Take a leisurely stroll along the scenic Riverwalk, located just steps away from the hotel.

Day 2

Breakfast The Basics - Enjoy a hearty Southern breakfast at this popular spot located 0.6 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Slice of Life Pizzeria - Grab a slice of delicious pizza at this local favorite located 0.3 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Caprice Bistro - Indulge in French cuisine and a cozy atmosphere at this charming bistro located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Activity Bellamy Mansion Museum - Explore the beautifully preserved historic mansion and gardens, located 0.7 miles from the hotel.

Day 3

Breakfast Sweet n Savory Cafe - Start your day with a delicious breakfast or brunch at this popular cafe located 0.8 miles from the hotel.
Lunch Copper Penny - Enjoy a casual lunch and a wide selection of sandwiches and burgers at this lively pub located 0.4 miles from the hotel.
Dinner Dock Street Oyster Bar - Savor fresh seafood and oysters at this iconic seafood restaurant located 0.5 miles from the hotel.
Activity Airlie Gardens - Explore the stunning gardens and walking trails at this picturesque attraction located 5.2 miles from the hotel.

FAQs about Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

What time is check in?

Check in time is 4:00 PM - midnight based on the hotel's local time. Early check in may be available if requested at the front desk on the day of check-in.

What time is check out?

Check out time is 11:00 AM based on the hotel's local time. Late check out may be available if requested at the front desk during your stay.

How many rooms does Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton have?

There are 272 rooms in the property.

Is there any meeting space at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Yes, they have 17 meeting rooms that can support various table layouts.

What kind of breakfast is at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

breakfast hours to "07:00-10:00 on weekdays and 07:00-11:00 on weekends".

What parking is available at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

Self parking (USD 24 per night, on site, with in/out privileges) Valet parking (USD 30 per night, on site, with in/out privileges) Parking Fees Set By Hotel Access Gate Secured parking In Out Privilege Accessible van parking

How much does internet cost?

Complimentary Wi-Fi in guestrooms and public spaces

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

Yes, there is a gym/fitness area available on-site at the property.

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

Yes, there is a pool on-site at the property. Outdoor pool

Is there shuttle service at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton?

ILM Airport (10 minutes away) 7 miles

Meeting Rooms and Banquet Rooms at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Below are the meeting, banquet, conference and event spaces at Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton.

Feel free to use the Hotel Ballast Wilmington, Tapestry Collection by Hilton meeting space capacities chart below to help in your event planning. Hotel Planner specializes in Wilmington event planning for sleeping rooms and meeting space for corporate events, weddings, parties, conventions, negotiated rates and trade shows.

Bellamy Room
24 x 27 x 8 • 513 sqft.
Banquet
40/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
20
Hollow Square Table Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Bellamy room is one of the other eight meeting room spaces located on the third floor of the Hilton Wilmington Riverside. It has a little corner area that is perfect for coffe and tea beverage stations or for a registration table of some sort. Whether you are having an all day conference meeting, or a rehersal dinner for your wedding the Bellamy room a long with the other rooms surrounding it is an ideal space for your event.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Power Outlets:5
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?Yes
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Grand Ballroom
98 x 61 x 18 • 5760 sqft.
Banquet
500/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
400
Classroom Meeting Layout
Hollow Square
200
Hollow Square Table Layout
Theater
750
Theater Layout
Reception
1000
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Hilton Wilmington Riverside's Grand Ballroom; located on the ground level of the hotel is a versataile space for anything from conferences to luncheons to wedding receptions. The Grand Ballroom can be divided in to four separate rooms with soundproof dividers. Our staff at the Hilton Wilmington Riverside can easily accomodate your group in many different ways from unique catered meals, to customized meeting space set up.
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:1
Windows:5
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Camellia and Dogwood
32 x 61 x 18 • 1920 sqft.
Classroom
100
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
10/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Azalea and Camellia
48 x 61 x 18 • 2880 sqft.
Classroom
175
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
65
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
350
Theater Layout
Reception
500
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Cape Fear Ballroom-Salon A
45 x 50 x 10 • 2287 sqft.
Classroom
125
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
15/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
225
Theater Layout
Reception
250
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Azalea Room
32 x 61 x 18 • 1920 sqft.
Classroom
100
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
10/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Cape Fear Ballroom-Salon B
45 x 53 x 10 • 2463 sqft.
Classroom
125
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
15/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
225
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Magnolia Room
32 x 61 x 18 • 1920 sqft.
Classroom
100
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
50
U Shape Meeting Layout
Convention
10/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
200
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Cape Fear Ballroom
103 x 45 x 10 • 4680 sqft.
Banquet
400/--
Banquet Space Layout
Classroom
250
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
500
Theater Layout
Reception
500
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Cape Fear Ballroom is a perfect spot for a formal event or a business conference. Whether you prefer theater or banquet style set-up the Cape Fear Ballroom can accomodate any of those needs. The Cape Fear Ballroom can be divided into two different salons; A and B to better suit a smaller group or event.
Room Type:Ballroom
Floor Level:2
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Latimer
24 x 26 x 8 • 577 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Dudley
24 x 28 x 8 • 508 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Dogwood Camellia Azalea
63 x 61 x 18 • 5273 sqft.
Classroom
200
Classroom Meeting Layout
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
400
Theater Layout
Reception
400
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Magnolia and Dogwood
48 x 61 x 18 • 1920 sqft.
Classroom
175
Classroom Meeting Layout
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
200
Theater Layout
Reception
500
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
McCrae
24 x 26 x 8 • 585 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
20
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Magnolia Dogwood Camellia
68 x 61 x 18 • 5662 sqft.
Classroom
210
Classroom Meeting Layout
Convention
20/--
Convention Booth Layout
Theater
260
Theater Layout
Reception
600
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Skinner
24 x 26 x 8 • 582 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
DeRosset
24 x 26 x 8 • 580 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
40
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Carolina/Tidewater Rooms
34 x 31 x 10 • 1054 sqft.
Classroom
45
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
24
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
80
Theater Layout
Reception
80
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Bellamy
25 x 33 x 8 • 455 sqft.
Classroom
24
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
20
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Garden Room
31 x 19 x 10 • 589 sqft.
Classroom
20
Classroom Meeting Layout
U-Shape
20
U Shape Meeting Layout
Theater
40
Theater Layout
Reception
25
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Camellia Room
16 x 61 x 18 • 960 sqft.
Classroom
35
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Carolina Room
31 x 15 x 10 • 465 sqft.
Classroom
10
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
25
Theater Layout
Reception
10
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Tidewater Room
19 x 31 x 10 • 589 sqft.
Classroom
10
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
25
Theater Layout
Reception
10
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Dogwood Room
16 x 61 x 18 • 960 sqft.
Classroom
35
Classroom Meeting Layout
Theater
60
Theater Layout
Reception
100
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Hospitality Room
28 x 27 x 8 • 544 sqft.
Reception
50
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
The Hospitality Room located on the third floor is a perfect room for a more informal socialization atmosphere. With its high cocktail table and plush couch it is an intimate space for anything from a bridal holding room, to an after conference cocktail reception. One other great aspect of the hospitality room is that it overlooks the beautiful capefear river with its two vast windows.
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Floor Level:3
Windows:2
Natural Light?:Yes
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?Yes
Board Room A
18 x 17 x 9 • 306 sqft.
Reception
12
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Board Room 328
27 x 13 x 8 • 268 sqft.
Reception
10
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
Board Room 330
27 x 13 x 8 • 268 sqft.
Reception
10
Reception Desk for Meeting
Room Details
Room Type:General Meeting Room
Natural Light?:No
Obstructions?No
Built In Screens?No
Built In Stage?No
Built In A/V?No
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