What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is a welcoming neighbourhood that travellers like for its theatre scene and opera houses. Make sure that you visit Grand Opera House and World Cafe Live at the Queen as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

Where is the best hotel for a stay in Downtown Wilmington?

Based on our traveller data, DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District is one of the top choices for your stay in Downtown Wilmington. This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from Wilmington Riverwalk, and it offers a restaurant and a 24-hour fitness centre. Other good choices for your stay in the neighbourhood include Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG and Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown .

How many hotels are there in the Downtown Wilmington area?

If you're searching for places to stay in Wilmington, Expedia has something to meet your needs with 35 Downtown Wilmington hotels and other accommodation options to choose from.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Downtown Wilmington, will I receive a refund?

Yes, you'll find most hotel reservations are refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which often is within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to review top deals in Downtown Wilmington.

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighbourhood?

Spend some time exploring the great outdoors at Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park, Brandywine Park and Christina Park. Grand Opera House and World Cafe Live at the Queen are also a couple of places to visit in the neighbourhood. A few places to visit in the area around Downtown Wilmington include The Playhouse on Rodney Square, Delaware Theater Company and Delaware Theatre Company. While you're out sightseeing, Kalmar Nyckel Museum and Shipyard and Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts are a couple of additional sights to visit in Wilmington.

How can I get around Downtown Wilmington and the greater Wilmington area?

If you want to venture out of town, Wilmington Station is the closest train station. You can also catch a ride at Wilmington, DE (ZWI-Wilmington Train Station).

The Best Hotels in Downtown Wilmington, Wilmington - 2026 Updated Prices

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A spacious lobby with a grand chandelier, large arched windows, and a classic wooden reception desk.

1. Hotel Du Pont

Downtown Wilmington

alison

₹38,635 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern kitchen with a large island, wine bottles, and glasses on shelves.

2. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

Downtown Wilmington

Erika

₹13,878 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

A modern living room with a sofa, armchairs, ottomans, and a coffee table.

3. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Cassidy

₹13,474 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A cozy bar area with wooden tables and benches, a fireplace, and a view of the street.

4. The Quoin Hotel

Downtown Wilmington

Randy

₹38,039 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A bar area with a counter, bar stools, and tables. There are shelves with bottles and glasses, and a menu board above the counter.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Beverly

₹12,515 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A hotel room with a large bed, two nightstands, a chair, and a wall-mounted TV.

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

Downtown Wilmington

Johanna

₹14,858 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A modern bar area with a counter, bar stools, and a television screen.

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Kevin

₹14,300 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel entrance with a modern design, featuring a glass facade and a covered entrance area.

8. Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Ansley

₹15,254 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A hotel with a stone facade, a flat roof, and a sign reading "WOODS SPRING SUITES".

9. Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

South Wilmington, 1.2 km from Downtown Wilmington

Vanessa

₹9,958 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor dining area with tables and chairs, a grill, and a view of the interior through large windows.

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Riverfront, 1.8 km from Downtown Wilmington

Carrie

₹15,217 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A close-up of white bedding with a smooth texture and a subtle ribbed pattern.

11. The Westin Wilmington

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Zana

₹18,818 total

includes taxes & fees

30 Oct - 31 Oct

A DoubleTree by Hilton hotel with a brick facade, large windows, and a covered entrance area.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wilmington

8.5 km from Downtown Wilmington

ROBIN

₹12,629 total

includes taxes & fees

25 Oct - 26 Oct

A Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent entrance, a covered parking area, and well-maintained landscaping.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle

5 km from Downtown Wilmington

Kunal

₹10,870 total

includes taxes & fees

11 Oct - 12 Oct

A modern bathroom with a microwave, coffee maker, and sink.

14. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington North - Brandywine by IHG

8.3 km from Downtown Wilmington

JANICE M

₹11,652 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Oct - 19 Oct

An outdoor patio with two barbecue grills, a pergola with string lights, and a brick wall.

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington-Brandywine Valley

8.4 km from Downtown Wilmington

Mark

₹16,627 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A spacious dining area with high ceilings and large windows, featuring multiple tables and bar stools.

16. Hilton Wilmington/Christiana

11.3 km from Downtown Wilmington

Leslie

₹14,902 total

includes taxes & fees

29 Oct - 30 Oct

A multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance and a landscaped garden area.

17. Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel

15.9 km from Downtown Wilmington

Christina

₹13,619 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A Comfort Inn & Suites hotel with a prominent sign, parking lot, and surrounding trees.

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Newark - Wilmington

13.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Jarrod

₹9,586 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

A large, multi-story hotel with a prominent entrance, a flag, and a sign indicating it is a lodging facility.

19. Inn at Mendenhall, WorldHotels Crafted

14.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Robert

₹12,290 total

includes taxes & fees

1 Nov - 2 Nov

An outdoor patio with fire pits, seating, and a view of a modern building.

20. Courtyard By Marriott New Castle

5.4 km from Downtown Wilmington

Sybil

₹15,811 total

includes taxes & fees

2 Nov - 3 Nov

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,002 reviews	View
The Quoin Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 170 reviews	View
Hotel Du Pont	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 683 reviews	View
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,003 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 630 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Downtown Wilmington

A riverside walkway with a black metal railing, a street lamp, and a building labeled 'River House' across the water.

Riverfront

Unique features of Riverfront include the restaurants and river views. Make a stop by Daniel S. Frawley Stadium or Delaware Theater Company while you're exploring the area.

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South Wilmington

If you're spending some time in South Wilmington, Eden Park and Chase Fieldhouse are top sights worth seeing.

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A street intersection with a traffic light, a clock tower, and a church in the background.

Hilltop

While Hilltop may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House.

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Trolley Square

Trolley Square might not have many top sights, but Delaware Art Museum and The Playhouse on Rodney Square are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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A city street with a historic building labeled 'City Hall,' a clock tower, and a church spire.

Cool Spring

While there might not be top attractions in Cool Spring, you can explore the larger area and discover places like The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House.

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Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

8/10 Good

"We asked to change towels twice but communication was not made to cleaning staff."

Delta Hotel Philadelphia Airport

10/10 Excellent

"A great hotel! We stayed one night in order to be closer to the airport for our fly out date. The shuttle was so convenient when we dropped the rental car off a day early. It took us back to the hotel then back to the airport the next day seamlessly. The hotel is so well decorated and classy. The staff was great and the room was very clean with everything we needed. Loved it !"

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Our top choices for Downtown Wilmington hotels

1. Hotel Du Pont

2. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

3. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

4. The Quoin Hotel

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

6. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

8. Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

9. Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

10. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

11. The Westin Wilmington

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wilmington

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle

14. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington North - Brandywine by IHG

15. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington-Brandywine Valley

16. Hilton Wilmington/Christiana

17. Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel

18. Comfort Inn & Suites Newark - Wilmington

19. Inn at Mendenhall, WorldHotels Crafted

20. Courtyard By Marriott New Castle

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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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Cool Spring

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Sonesta Select Philadelphia Airport

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