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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1. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Jamel

￥20,650 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

2. Hotel Du Pont

Downtown Wilmington

alison

￥68,291 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a small table, and large windows with curtains.

3. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

Downtown Wilmington

Erika

￥22,001 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 19 - Nov 20

A rooftop terrace with outdoor seating, a fireplace, and a view of the city skyline.

4. The Quoin Hotel

Downtown Wilmington

Randy

￥41,080 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A modern hotel lobby with a large flat-screen TV displaying a football stadium, comfortable seating areas, and large windows providing natural light.

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Beverly

￥20,467 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

Downtown Wilmington

Robert

￥20,507 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.

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

Downtown Wilmington

Johanna

￥22,010 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

Cherteria

￥15,419 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 4 - Nov 5

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

9. Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Anthony

￥24,947 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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

10. The Westin Wilmington

Riverfront, 1.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Zana

￥30,040 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

Riverfront, 1.8 km from Downtown Wilmington

Sharron

￥22,037 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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

￥22,140 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 12 - Nov 13

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

￥17,831 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 1 - Nov 2

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

￥19,929 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

A courtyard with a gazebo, brick buildings, and well-maintained hedges.

15. Hilton Wilmington/Christiana

11.3 km from Downtown Wilmington

Patricia

￥19,911 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 24 - Nov 25

A spacious lobby with a fireplace, leather sofas, a coffee table, and a large window providing a view.

16. Comfort Inn & Suites Newark - Wilmington

13.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Anna

￥17,683 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 26 - Nov 27

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

Arnoldo

￥20,972 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

An outdoor seating area with a fire feature, cushioned seating, and a glass-enclosed dining area.

18. Home2 Suites by Hilton Glen Mills Chadds Ford, PA

15.1 km from Downtown Wilmington

Virgen

￥21,426 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

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

19. Courtyard By Marriott New Castle

5.4 km from Downtown Wilmington

Sybil

￥20,138 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 22 - Nov 23

A hotel room with a bed, desk, chair, TV, and large windows.

20. Hotel Warner

24.7 km from Downtown Wilmington

Beth Ann

￥21,078 total

includes taxes & fees

Nov 8 - Nov 9

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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 1,007 reviews	View
The Quoin Hotel	4.0 star property	9.6 Exceptional 173 reviews	View
Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown	3.5 star property	8.6 Excellent 1,010 reviews	View
Hotel Du Pont	4.5 star property	8.8 Excellent 684 reviews	View
Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown	3.0 star property	8.2 Very good 635 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

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

10/10 Excellent

"This hotel is very close to the airport. My flight came in very late and they picked me up in less than 10 minutes. They were very helpful."

Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

8/10 Good

"The hotel is conveniently located near the airport and offers a shuttle service, which is a nice perk. Check-in took about ten minutes, as there was only one guest service agent working. The hallways felt a bit dated, and the carpeting could definitely use an update. The room itself was clean and comfortable, although certainly true to the “micro” concept! Overall, a decent option for a quick overnight stay when convenience and proximity to the airport are the priority."

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Our top choices for Downtown Wilmington hotels

1. Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown

2. Hotel Du Pont

3. Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG

4. The Quoin Hotel

5. Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

6. Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown

7. DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District

8. Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

9. Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

10. The Westin Wilmington

11. Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown

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. Home2 Suites by Hilton Glen Mills Chadds Ford, PA

19. Courtyard By Marriott New Castle

20. Hotel Warner

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Where to stay in Downtown Wilmington

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Top Downtown Wilmington Hotel Reviews

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Philadelphia Airport

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