Sutton Inn

405 E Pulaski Hwy, Elkton, MD 21921, Delaware City, United States

3-star hotel

Guest rating: 4.5 / 5

Overview

Sutton Inn is a family-run, 3-star lodging set in a 1950s low-rise building just off Highway 40 in the Delaware City/Elkton area. It’s positioned for practical road access while still being close to local shops and downtown Elkton. The property holds a strong public rating of 4.5/5 from 122 reviews.

Rooms

Rooms are simply furnished and include free WiFi and cable TV. Some rooms add a microwave and a mini-fridge for basic in-room convenience. Suites sleep up to four guests and provide extra living space.

Breakfast & Parking

A complimentary cooked breakfast is served in a functional dining room. Free parking is available on-site, supporting easy arrivals for drivers and road-trippers.

Location & Nearby Things To Do

The inn is about a 10-minute walk from the Big Elk Mall Shopping Center and roughly 1.4 miles from downtown Elkton. Outdoor recreation is within a short drive, including Lums Pond State Park (~7.9 km) and White Clay Creek State Park (~15.8 km). Other nearby options include Iron Hill Park and the Iron Hill Museum & Science Center (~6.0 km), Sky Zone Trampoline Park (~5.9 km), Delaware Park Casino (~17.1 km), and seasonal attractions like Milburn Orchards (~7.9 km) and Frightland (~16.3 km).

Best for

This inn is best for travelers who want a straightforward, well-kept place near Highway 40 with free parking and a cooked breakfast included. It also suits budget-minded families or small groups who can use suites that sleep up to four and, in some rooms, the added microwave and mini-fridge. Guests looking for a small, owner-involved property with hands-on hospitality may especially appreciate the experience.

Travel tips

If you want in-room food storage or quick meals, consider confirming a room that includes a microwave and mini-fridge. The property’s Highway 40 location makes day trips easy—plan short drives to Lums Pond State Park (~7.9 km) or Iron Hill Park (~6.0 km) for outdoor time. For quick errands and shopping, Big Elk Mall Shopping Center is about a 10-minute walk away.

What guests say

Reviews emphasize the owner’s welcoming, personal hospitality and a level of service that stands out for a small inn. Cleanliness and upkeep are recurring positives, with guests noting very clean rooms and updated-feeling bathroom fixtures, along with comfortable beds and good towels. The property is often described as a small, well-maintained motel-style stay. A minor drawback mentioned is occasional odor (described as musky or smoky) despite the rooms being reported as very clean.

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