Econo Lodge Airport
232 S Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720, New Castle, United States
Guest rating: 4.4 / 5
Overview
Econo Lodge Airport is a budget-oriented hotel in New Castle, Delaware, with a public rating of 4.4/5 from 8 reviews. Guest feedback highlights it as a strong value choice, emphasizing cleanliness, a sense of safety, and friendly service.
Location
The hotel is located at 232 S Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720, providing convenient road access for travelers moving through the New Castle/Wilmington area. Nearby points of interest include First State National Historical Park (about 4.5 km away) and Fort Delaware State Park (about 8.7 km away).
Nearby attractions
For museums and arts, guests are within reach of the Delaware Children's Museum (about 10.1 km), The Delaware Contemporary (about 10.5 km), The Grand Opera House (about 11.5 km), and the Delaware Art Museum (about 13.1 km). Outdoor and garden destinations in the wider area include Brandywine Zoo (about 12.7 km), Lums Pond State Park (about 13.7 km), Nemours Estate (about 14.5 km), Hagley Museum (about 13.8 km), Mt. Cuba Center (about 15.1 km), Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (about 17.1 km), and Brandywine Creek State Park (about 17.3 km).
Rooms
Specific room features are not documented, but guest comments indicate the property offers smoking rooms. Review excerpts also consistently mention clean accommodations and good value for the price.
Best for
This hotel best suits budget-minded travelers who prioritize basic comfort, cleanliness, and value, based on recurring guest feedback. It can also work well for guests who specifically prefer smoking rooms, as reviews note their availability. Travelers wanting an easy base for Wilmington-area museums, parks, and estates may appreciate the short driving distances to multiple attractions.
Travel tips
Plan on using a car or rideshare: the hotel’s Dupont Highway address makes it straightforward for driving to Wilmington-area attractions such as the Delaware Children's Museum (~10.1 km) and The Grand Opera House (~11.5 km). If you plan to visit major estates and gardens (e.g., Nemours Estate ~14.5 km; Winterthur ~17.1 km), bundle them into a single day to reduce back-and-forth travel. If you have a strong preference for smoking or non-smoking accommodations, confirm availability with the property before arrival since only smoking rooms are specifically mentioned in reviews.
What guests say
Reviews consistently frame the hotel as a good value, with guests focusing on price-to-quality. Cleanliness comes up repeatedly as a positive point, along with a feeling of safety. Staff demeanor is also highlighted, with guests describing the people as friendly and nice. One specific feature mentioned is the availability of smoking rooms; beyond that, detailed amenity feedback is limited in the provided excerpts.
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