Travel Inn
232 S Dupont Hwy, New Castle, DE 19720, Delaware City, United States
3-star hotel
Guest rating: 3.2 / 5
Overview
Travel Inn is a modest, 3-star hotel set off Highway 40 in the Delaware City/New Castle area. It’s positioned for quick road access, with New Castle Airport about 1.8 miles away and the Delaware River roughly 3 miles away. The hotel holds a public rating of 3.2/5 based on 233 reviews.
Rooms
Rooms are relaxed in style and include free Wi‑Fi, premium cable TV, and coffeemakers. Some rooms add minifridges and microwaves, while suites provide extra space with whirlpool tubs or kitchenettes. Guest feedback is mixed on comfort, with some mentions of hard beds and limited pillows.
Breakfast & Parking
A continental breakfast is included with the stay. Complimentary parking is also provided, which can be convenient for travelers arriving by car or moving between New Castle and Wilmington-area attractions.
On-site Services
Guest laundry facilities are available for a fee, helpful for longer stays or road trips. Additional amenities are not documented beyond what is listed in the hotel’s public description.
Nearby Attractions
Travel Inn sits within reach of major regional points of interest, including First State National Historical Park (about 4.5 km away) and Fort Delaware State Park (about 8.7 km away). Wilmington-area museums and cultural spots are also accessible by car, such as the Delaware Children’s Museum (about 10.1 km), The Delaware Contemporary (about 10.5 km), and The Grand Opera House (about 11.5 km). Further afield are gardens and estates including Nemours Estate (about 14.5 km) and Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library (about 17.1 km).
Best for
This hotel is best suited to budget-minded drivers who want simple lodging with free parking, included continental breakfast, and quick Highway 40 access. It can also work for travelers flying in or out of nearby New Castle Airport (about 1.8 miles away). Guests seeking consistently high service levels or premium comfort may want to weigh the mixed review themes about staff interactions and bed comfort.
Travel tips
If you’re planning to explore the region, a car is useful: many top attractions listed (museums, parks, estates) are 4.5–17 km away. If you rely on an in-room fridge or microwave, confirm your room type in advance since only some rooms include them and reviews mention occasional issues with refrigeration. For light sleepers, consider that reviews mention noise and disruptions tied to on-property activity and staff.
What guests say
Reviews frequently mention that some rooms feel clean and presentable, with at least some signs of renovation in flooring and bathrooms. Experiences with staff are inconsistent, with multiple comments pointing to unhelpful or unfriendly interactions at the front desk and disruptive behavior. Comfort is a recurring issue for some guests, particularly around hard beds and limited pillows. A few reviews raise maintenance/condition concerns, including problems with in-room refrigeration and signs of damage or wear.
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