HOTEL DU PONT
42 W 11th St, Wilmington, DE 19801, Delaware City, United States
4-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.3 / 5
Overview
HOTEL DU PONT is a 4-star, 1913 downtown landmark in Wilmington, set across the street from Rodney Square. It’s known for stately, traditional styling and dramatic architecture paired with modern comforts. The hotel holds a strong public reputation, rated 4.3/5 from 1,605 reviews.
Rooms & Suites
Rooms are elegant and traditional with modern touches, featuring free Wi‑Fi and flat-screen TVs with streaming services. Bathrooms include soaking tubs, and guests often highlight the comfort of the beds. Suites add full living and dining areas for more space to spread out.
Dining & Bar Options
On-site dining includes a refined French restaurant/bar with opulent décor, plus a lobby lounge and a plush bar. Room service is available. Reviews frequently call out the quality of the dining and breakfast, while also noting that breakfast can be pricey.
Amenities & On-site Features
The hotel offers a fitness center with Peloton bikes, a spa, and an on-site historic performing arts theater. Practical amenities include an elevator and free Wi‑Fi throughout the property. Downtown transportation can be arranged for guests.
Location & Nearby Places
Set in central Wilmington, the hotel is close to The Grand Opera House (about 298 m) and The Delaware Contemporary (about 1.39 km). Family and outdoor options nearby include Brandywine Zoo (about 1.07 km), Delaware Children's Museum (about 1.72 km), and Brandywine Creek (about 2.14 km). It’s also a convenient base for area museums and estates such as Delaware Art Museum (about 2.56 km), Nemours Estate (about 3.47 km), Hagley Museum (about 4.07 km), and Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (about 8.22 km).
Best for
This hotel best suits travelers who want a classic, historic downtown stay with a polished, full-service feel—especially those who value architecture, upscale dining, and attentive service. It’s also a strong pick for culture-focused visits, with The Grand Opera House a short walk away and multiple museums and gardens within an easy drive. Fitness-minded guests will appreciate the on-site gym equipped with Peloton bikes.
Travel tips
If you’re arriving by train, the hotel is about 1 mile from the Amtrak station, making rail-to-hotel transfers straightforward. Plan your entertainment around the immediate downtown core—The Grand Opera House is nearby, and the hotel also has a historic theater on-site. Budget for on-site breakfast if you plan to dine in the hotel, as reviews note it can be expensive.
What guests say
Guests frequently praise the hotel’s professional, attentive service across roles from arrival through dining. The central downtown location and the property’s old-world architecture and charm come up repeatedly as highlights. Room comfort is a common positive theme, including comfortable beds and overall room quality. Food and breakfast receive strong compliments, but reviewers also mention that breakfast can be expensive.
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