What's it like in Downtown Wilmington?

Downtown Wilmington is a welcoming neighborhood that travelers like for its theater scene and opera houses. Be sure to check out Grand Opera House and World Cafe Live at the Queen as part of your Downtown Wilmington travel plans.

Where is the best place to stay in Downtown Wilmington?

Based on our traveler 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 center. Other good choices for your stay in the neighborhood include Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG and Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown .

How many hotels will I find 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 accommodations 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 bookings are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which in most cases is within 24 or 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add your dates and click on "Search", then filter by "fully refundable" to view the best deals available in Downtown Wilmington.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to Downtown Wilmington?

For more information about picking new dates or cancelling your trip to Downtown Wilmington, click here .

What is there to do around this Wilmington neighborhood?

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 neighborhood. 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).

Top Downtown Wilmington Hotels

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

1. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Regina

￥20,949 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

2. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

Downtown Wilmington

Carol

￥22,321 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A grand, marble staircase with ornate iron railings and a central handrail, leading to a door with a chandelier above.

3. Hotel Du Pont

Downtown Wilmington

Joshua

￥71,507 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

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

4. The Quoin Hotel

Downtown Wilmington

Randy

￥52,552 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A spacious lobby with a modern design, featuring a central seating area with sofas and a coffee table, a decorative rug, and a large wall art piece.

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

Downtown Wilmington

Linda

￥22,259 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Catherine

￥20,765 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Robert

￥20,738 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

8. Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

South Wilmington, 1.2 km from Downtown Wilmington

Vanessa

￥15,642 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A multi-story hotel with a modern design, featuring a prominent 'Hyatt Place' sign on the facade.

9. Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Zhane

￥25,327 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

Sharron

￥23,752 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern restaurant with a bar area, seating with high backs, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.

11. The Westin Wilmington

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Zana

￥30,474 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel reception area with a curved reception desk, a digital display, and a geometric light fixture.

12. DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wilmington

8.5 km from Downtown Wilmington

James

￥20,954 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, and large windows.

13. Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle

5 km from Downtown Wilmington

Brandi

￥18,759 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A lobby area with seating, a reception desk, and a refrigerator stocked with beverages.

14. Holiday Inn Express Wilmington North - Brandywine by IHG

8.3 km from Downtown Wilmington

JANICE M

￥18,635 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 29 - Nov 30

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

15. Hilton Wilmington/Christiana

11.3 km from Downtown Wilmington

Patricia

￥20,200 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 25 - Nov 26

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

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Newark - Wilmington

13.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Kyle

￥16,952 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

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

Jossue

￥21,275 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A large building with a symmetrical facade, a well-maintained garden with tulips, and a clear sky.

18. The Inn at Montchanin Village, a Historic Hotel of America

6.2 km from Downtown Wilmington

Jule

￥40,421 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 15 - Nov 16

A Courtyard by Marriott hotel with a covered entrance, multiple balconies, and a landscaped area.

19. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Brandywine

8.4 km from Downtown Wilmington

Carol

￥23,256 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 13 - Dec 14

A spacious living area with a stone fireplace, blue armchairs, a white coffee table, and a kitchen in the background.

20. Brandywine River Hotel

14.9 km from Downtown Wilmington

Michele

￥20,215 total

includes taxes & fees

Dec 6 - Dec 7

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Compare popular hotels in Downtown Wilmington

Property	Star rating	Guest rating
Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG	3.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 1,009 reviews	View
The Quoin Hotel	4.0 star property	9.4 Exceptional 177 reviews	View
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown	3.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 1,000 reviews	View
Hotel Du Pont	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 685 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 637 reviews	View

Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

Find the best Downtown Wilmington areas and neighborhoods 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

When in Hilltop, you can plan a visit to World Cafe Live at the Queen and Grand Opera House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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Highlands

While visiting Highlands, you might make a stop by sights like Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Creek.

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Trolley Square

While Trolley Square might not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Delaware Art Museum and The Playhouse on Rodney Square.

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Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia International Airport

10/10 Excellent

"Very comfortable and clean nice Breakfast was nice staff nice room clean"

Philadelphia Airport Marriott

10/10 Excellent

"The staff at check in were wonderful ... smiling, friendly, and above all, helpful with any of my questions. The room was very neat and clean. Most of all we were ALWAYS thrilled how quiet the room was. In all of our stays, we have never experienced loud talking or noise from other rooms or the hall. By staying with you, we never worry about our drive into the city, especially for a very early flight. We thank you."

Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

10/10 Excellent

"This was one of the cleanest hotels I’ve ever stayed at. The room itself and common areas were spotless. The kitchen was well stocked. There were a ton of options included in the breakfast and the social hour food was also really good. The staff was courteous and check-in and check out were quick and efficient."

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1. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

2. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

3. Hotel Du Pont

4. The Quoin Hotel

5. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

6. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

7. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

8. Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

9. Hyatt Place 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. Hilton Wilmington/Christiana

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Newark - Wilmington

17. Best Western Plus Concordville Hotel

18. The Inn at Montchanin Village, a Historic Hotel of America

19. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Brandywine

20. Brandywine River Hotel

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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Hampton Inn by Hilton Philadelphia International Airport

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