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HOTEL DU PONT - Wilmington, DE

Historic Wilmington hotel

WiFi Breakfast Gym Spa Laundry

Historic Wilmington Hotel with Award-Winning Restaurant in Downtown

Open since 1913, this 12-story Italian Renaissance Revival landmark in downtown Wilmington has hosted U.S. presidents across 217 guest rooms. The gold-accented lobby pairs century-old architecture with modern comforts: complimentary WiFi, a 24/7 fitness center, spa, and Le Cavalier brasserie.

What You Get

A stay at HOTEL DU PONT in downtown Wilmington, a 12-story 1913 landmark with a gold-accented lobby
Le Cavalier brasserie on site, winner of Food + Wine's 2023 Global Tastemakers Award for Best Hotels for Food
Complimentary WiFi throughout the property plus a 24/7 fitness center and spa on site
Evening lobby punch ritual complimentary seasonally inspired cocktails for hotel guests Monday through Thursday, 5:30 to 6:30 pm
Walk to the Grand Opera House (0.2 mi) and Rodney Square (0.1 mi), with the Wilmington Riverwalk close by

Plan Your Stay

Amenities

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Gym
Gym
On-site dining
On-site dining
  • WiFi: Complimentary throughout all areas
  • Breakfast: Continental, American, vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
  • Gym: 24/7 fitness center with Peloton bikes, treadmills, and free weights
  • On-site dining: Le Cavalier modern brasserie, Green Room Bar, and DE.CO Food Hall
  • Accessibility features: Accessible parking, roll-in shower room, and disability-access studio
  • Concierge: Dinner reservations and insider tips on exploring Wilmington

Room Details

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Luxury King Room
Luxury King Room
Classic King Room
Classic King Room
  • Luxury King Room

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests
      • 400 square feet
    • Room amenities: Soaking Tub, Pull-Out Sofa, Free WiFi, Workspace
  • Classic King Room

    • Occupancy: 1x King Bed
      • Sleeps 2 guests
      • 375 square feet
    • Room amenities: Free WiFi, Work Desk, Soundproofed, TV

Getting There

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  • Nearest Airport: Philadelphia International (PHL) — 18 miles away
  • Distance from Philadelphia: 25 miles

Location Highlights

Rodney Square
Rodney Square
Grand Opera House
Grand Opera House
Longwood Gardens
Longwood Gardens
Rockford Tower & Park
Rockford Tower & Park
Wilmington Riverwalk (Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park)
Wilmington Riverwalk (Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park)
Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church
Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church

Attractions Nearby

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Rodney Square (0.1 mi from hotel) — Wilmington's civic heart since 1916, centered on a bronze Caesar Rodney statue and listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2011.
Grand Opera House (0.2 mi from hotel) — An 1871 cast-iron landmark hosting 100-plus shows a year in a restored 1,208-seat rococo interior, a short walk from the hotel.
Longwood Gardens (10.9 mi from hotel) — A 1,100-acre horticultural landmark founded in 1906 by Pierre du Pont, with 10,000-plus plant species and choreographed fountain shows.

Hidden Gems

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Rockford Tower & Park (1.9 mi from hotel) — A 115-foot 1901 stone tower on Wilmington's highest point, built from local Brandywine Blue Rock with the city's best skyline views.
Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church (0.7 mi from hotel) — Consecrated in 1699, this National Historic Landmark is the oldest church in the U.S. still standing as originally built and in continuous use.
Wilmington Riverwalk — A 1.3-mile promenade along the Christina River with public art and more than 5,000 native trees, a quiet waterfront escape from downtown.

Trip Ideas

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Downtown Wilmington Historic Walk — A walkable half-day loop from the hotel through Rodney Square, the Grand Opera House, DE.CO Food Hall, and Holy Trinity Church.
Brandywine Valley Garden Day Trip — A full-day drive to Longwood Gardens for 10,000-plus plant species, a four-acre conservatory, and choreographed fountain shows.

How It Works

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3. Instant Confirmation — Your booking is instantly confirmed with the hotel, guaranteeing they have your details and are expecting your arrival.
Image credits
  • Rodney Square — McGhiever / CC BY-SA · source
  • Longwood Gardens — P. Hughes / CC BY-SA · source
  • Rockford Tower & Park — JoPod / CC BY-SA · source
  • Wilmington Riverwalk (Tubman-Garrett Riverfront Park) — likeaduck / CC BY · source
  • Holy Trinity (Old Swedes) Church — Zeete / CC BY-SA · source

Fine Print

  • Cancellation & Changes

    • A 48-hour cancellation notice is required prior to check-in; reservations cancelled within the cancellation window are non-refundable.
    • No-shows will be charged total Groupon rate.
    • No refunds will be processed by Groupon after check-in.

    Check-in & Check-out

    • Check-in after 3 PM.
    • Check-out before 12:00 PM.

    Eligibility & ID

    • Traveler name must match ID at time of check-in.
    • Guests must be 21+ to check in.
    • Credit card required at check-in.

    Fees & Charges

    • Pets: $100 per stay for one pet.
    • The price shown is the full price of your reservation, and only applicable taxes are added at checkout.

    Other

    • Smoking allowed.
    • Parking: Valet Parking available at daily rate.
    • Rates may vary by date and are subject to availability.

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