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Hotel Du Pont

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near The Playhouse on Rodney Square

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Lobby
Indoor wedding
2 restaurants, breakfast, lunch, dinner served; French cuisine
Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed
Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, soundproofing

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Spa
  • Breakfast available

Explore the area

Map
42 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801
  • Grand Opera House
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Wilmington Riverwalk
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Nemours Mansion and Gardens
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed | View from room

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

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Exterior

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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The price is CA $297
per night
CA $327 total
includes taxes & fees
21 Mar - 22 Mar
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About the area

Wilmington

City center stay.A stay at this Downtown Wilmington hotel places you steps from The Playhouse on Rodney Square and within a 5-minute walk of Grand Opera House. Also, Delaware Art Museum is within 3 miles (5 km) and Nemours Mansion and Gardens is within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • The Playhouse on Rodney Square - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Grand Opera House - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilmington Riverwalk - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chase Center on the Riverfront - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Nemours Mansion and Gardens - 7 min drive - 5.2 km

Getting around

  • Wilmington, DE (ZWI-Wilmington Train Station) - 16 min walk
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Washington Street Ale House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Wilma's - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Chelsea Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Le Cavalier - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Spark'd Creative Pastry - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Hotel Du Pont

4.5-star luxury hotel near The Playhouse on Rodney Square
Hotel Du Pont offers its guests a full-service spa and a 24-hour health club. There are 2 restaurants on site, as well as a coffee shop/café and a snack bar/deli. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Public spaces have free WiFi and wired Internet.

Business amenities include a 24-hour business center, 22 meeting rooms, and limo/town car service. Event space at this hotel measures 25000 square feet (2323 square meters) and includes a conference center. Spa services, gift shops/newsstands, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury Hotel Du Pont. For a fee, parking is available.

This 4.5-star Wilmington hotel is smoke free.

  • 217 guestrooms or units
  • 12 levels
  • 2 dining venues
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • 25000 sq ft of conference space
  • 2323 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1913
  • Deli
  • Business center (24 hours)
  • Conference center
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Car service
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • ATM
  • Onsite shopping
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
Hotel Du Pont offers 217 air-conditioned accommodations with espresso makers and safes. Beds feature premium bedding. Flat-screen televisions come with premium cable channels and pay movies. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries.

This Wilmington hotel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones. Additionally, rooms include complimentary bottled water and coffee/tea makers. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Currie has 1 treatment room. Services include massages. The spa is open select days.

Awards and affiliations

The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Free rollaway/extra beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired Internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired Internet

Parking and transportation

  • Covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Limo/town car service

Food and drink

  • To-go breakfast available for a fee daily 7:00 AM–10:00 AM: USD 6-175 per person
  • 2 restaurants and 1 coffee shop/cafe
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Room service available

Things to do

  • 24-hour fitness center
  • Full-service spa
  • Private picnics
  • Shopping

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Braille signage
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Cable channels
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Pay movies
  • Premium channels

Bedroom

  • Air conditioning
  • Bed sheets
  • Free rollaway beds
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Espresso maker
  • Free bottled water

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Slippers
  • Soundproofing

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before noon
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 100 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 40 lbs per pet)
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Free rollaway/extra beds!

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for to-go breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 175 per person
  • Covered valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, Diners Club, JCB International, and Carte Blanche. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit, and window guards in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Reservations are needed for massage services and spa treatments. For reservations, contact the hotel before arrival using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Certain facilities might have restricted access. For details, you can contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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Hotel Du Pont Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 376 out of 608 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 121 out of 608 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 56 out of 608 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 26 out of 608 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 29 out of 608 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic staff and dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Riyaz

Dated rooms dated bathrooms needs to be updated. Breakfast area was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Phillip

Travelled with partner, Travelled with group
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The property was outdated for being a 5 star hotel. Wallpaper was peeling off, dirt on the floor, tub wouldn’t drain - rooms were nothing special. We stayed here for a wedding. The ballroom and common areas were fabulous, so much history. If you look past all that if you are staying at the hotel, it isn’t great. They are charging far too much for what you get!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an upscale old hotel with a great restaurant and bar. Love staying at the DuPont while in Wilmington.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Arkady

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Travelled with family
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Eric

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pirooz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexander, Bronx

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was rude and unprofessional. Even wedding bartenders were rude. My room was disgusting and I had to switch rooms. Second room was better but price doesn’t match property.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Deborah

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
There was no hot water in tub at night and no hot water in sink in the morning. Room was too cold and when I raised the thermostat to 75, it when down again to 68.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Sosi

Travelled with group
Liked: Staff & service
Inconsistent service and amenities. We had 3 rooms. Each room had things missing. One room didn’t have towels, other room was missing a shade, shampoo and conditioner. One room had a welcome gift but it wasn’t for us. After we let them know, they actually came and took it away. The bathrooms were dated and whoever caulked the bathtub didn’t know what they were doing! For the price we paid, we should have had excellent amenities. This is supposed to be the DuPont Hotel, where US Presidents and other famous people have stayed.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo ann

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Reggie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a beautiful old hotel. The room was spacious and comfortable. The staff at the front door and front desk were very good. The hotel is pricy. The only issue I had was that my water and coffee were not replenished. I called down and they said they would send some right up but it took a long time so I was gone when it arrived - no coffee just lots of milk
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Robert

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Elegance. Thoughtful staff. Brad was informative, professional and interesting to talk with.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Assad

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
They had roaches. So I got moved to another room with promises made that were never kept
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pietro

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Susan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel itself is beautiful and the staff was friendly. The room was very comfortable. It was about a 20 minute walk through mostly empty streets to the riverfront. Water kettle and tea bags were available upon request. There was obvious mold in the shower and the wall between rooms was not soundproof as advertised.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

John

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very rundown
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024