Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Brandywine
115 Innovation Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19805, Wilmington, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Brandywine is a 3-star extended-stay style hotel in Wilmington, Delaware, located at 115 Innovation Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19805. It has a very high public rating of 4.9/5 based on 13 reviews. Guest feedback indicates it is a newer property in the Chestnut Run area.
Suites & In-Room Setup
Guest reviews highlight suite-style rooms with a fully equipped kitchen plus separate living and dining areas. Some suites are noted as having two TVs, supporting longer stays and in-room routines. A few guests mention smart light switches with a learning curve.
Breakfast & Service
Reviews describe complimentary breakfast as available, though sometimes with limited options (noted during a low-occupancy period). Staff are repeatedly described as friendly and professional. A few minor early-opening glitches were mentioned but did not disrupt stays.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The hotel sits near a cluster of museums, gardens, and family attractions in and around Wilmington. Nearby points of interest include Wilmington & Western Railroad (2.5 km), Hagley Museum (3.6 km), Delaware Art Museum (4.0 km), The Delaware Contemporary (4.4 km), Delaware Children’s Museum (4.5 km), and The Grand Opera House (5.2 km). Longer excursions include Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (6.2 km), Brandywine Creek State Park (6.7 km), and Longwood Gardens (14.6 km).
Best for
This property suits extended-stay travelers and guests who value suite-style space, since reviews emphasize fully equipped kitchens and distinct living/dining areas (often with two TVs). It also fits visitors targeting the Chestnut Run/Hockessin side of Wilmington while remaining within a short drive of major cultural sites like Hagley Museum and the Delaware Art Museum.
Travel tips
Because search engines may confuse this property with the older Residence Inn downtown, confirm you’re navigating to 115 Innovation Blvd, Wilmington, DE 19805 before setting off. Some guests reported audible road and neighboring-room noise, so light sleepers may want to plan accordingly. The hotel’s industrial-park setting has been described as still under construction, which can affect the immediate ambiance even though attractions are close by.
What guests say
Guests consistently describe suite-style rooms with fully equipped kitchens and separate living and dining areas, sometimes noting two TVs as a practical perk. The hotel is frequently characterized as new, with friendly, professional staff and generally smooth stays despite a few early minor glitches. Location near Chestnut Run is repeatedly cited as a key advantage for family gatherings and work trips, with easy access to Wilmington-area attractions. Reported downsides include some road and neighbor noise, a learning curve with smart light switches, and inconsistent experiences with irons; breakfast is described as complimentary but sometimes limited in selection. A few travelers also note online listings can mistakenly route searches to the older downtown Residence Inn.
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