Riverfront Hotel offering gorgeous ceremony views The Hotel Ballast is a beautiful, newly renovated hotel overlooking the Cape Fear River in Wilmington, North Carolina. Their brides and grooms get the option to have their wedding outside with a view of the historic USS North Carolina Battleship or inside with an elegant touch. We are an all-inclusive wedding venue that takes away the stress of wedding planning. From our delicious food to our amazing vendors, Hotel Ballast can make your dream wedding a reality. We can accommodate weddings up to 500 guests. Contact us or call Hotel Ballast for inquires!