Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown
820 Justison St, Wilmington, DE 19801, Wilmington, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.1 / 5
Overview
Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown is a modern, 3-star, all-suite hotel set along the Christina River in Wilmington, Delaware. The property is positioned for easy access to downtown attractions and the riverfront, with some upgraded units offering river views. Public ratings are 4.1/5 based on 492 reviews.
Suites & In-room features
Accommodations are studios and suites designed for longer or more self-sufficient stays. Studios feature Wi‑Fi, flat-screen TVs, kitchenettes, and sofabeds, while suites add separate living rooms and extra TVs. Select upgraded units provide river-view outlooks.
On-site amenities & social spaces
Documented on-site features include a fitness center and a relaxed lounge area. Breakfast is available, and the hotel also offers regular evening socials. Parking is available.
Location & nearby places
The hotel is about a 12-minute walk from The Delaware Contemporary and roughly 457 m from the Delaware Children’s Museum, placing riverfront and family-oriented attractions close by. It is about 1 mile from Wilmington train station and provides quick access toward regional highlights including the Brandywine Zoo (~3.0 km), Delaware Art Museum (~3.9 km), Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (~9.2 km), and Longwood Gardens (~18.6 km). The Grand Opera House is around 1.9 km away.
Best for
Best suited to travelers who want an all-suite setup with kitchenettes for a more flexible, extended-stay style visit near Wilmington’s riverfront. It also fits guests planning to explore nearby cultural venues (The Delaware Contemporary, The Grand Opera House) and family stops like the Delaware Children’s Museum, with a train station about a mile away for regional connections.
Travel tips
If you plan to use rail, Wilmington train station is about a mile from the hotel, making it practical for trips into the broader region without driving. The riverfront setting and proximity to The Delaware Contemporary (~884 m) make it easy to build a walkable itinerary, while longer day trips like Longwood Gardens (~18.6 km) are better done by car. Parking is available on-site; confirm current pricing and procedures directly with the property.
What guests say
Guests frequently highlight the convenient location near the riverfront, restaurants, and access toward I‑95, along with suite-style rooms and value. Positive comments also mention friendly staff and that breakfast is included/available. Critical feedback centers on cleanliness and upkeep (including odors in hallways, sticky floors, and unclean common areas) and inconsistent housekeeping follow-through. A few reviews also note operational issues such as intermittent Wi‑Fi, power-related disruptions, and uneven breakfast execution.
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