Travelers savor French cuisine at two on-site restaurants and unwind with massages at Currie spa, all while enjoying the convenience of free in-room WiFi
Hotel Du Pont in Wilmington offers a luxurious retreat near Grand Opera House. Enjoy fine French dining at two restaurants, relax at Currie spa, or browse on-site shopping. Two bars are perfect for evening drinks, and the nearby Delaware Art Museum awaits exploration.
Located in Downtown Wilmington, a neighbourhood in Wilmington, Hotel Du Pont is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Nemours Mansion and Gardens and Mt. Cuba Center, while The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House are cultural highlights. Delaware Art Museum and Hagley Museum and Library are two other places to visit that come recommended. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including winery tours. Visit our Wilmington travel guide
42 West 11th Street, Wilmington, DE, 19801
What's nearby
Grand Opera House
5 min walk - 0.4 km
Brandywine Park
6 min walk - 0.6 km
Wilmington Riverwalk
16 min walk - 1.3 km
The Playhouse on Rodney Square
3 min walk - 0.3 km
World Cafe Live at the Queen
9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
Wilmington, DE (ZWI-Wilmington Train Station)
16 min walk
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
28 min drive
Restaurants
Brew Ha-Ha!
3 min walk
Wilma’s
4 min walk
DE.CO Food Hall
2 min walk
Jimmy John's
5 min walk
Chelsea Tavern
4 min walk
About this property
Hotel Du Pont
Luxury historic hotel near Grand Opera House
Located close to The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Delaware Art Museum, Hotel Du Pont provides shopping on-site, a coffee shop/cafe and dry cleaning/laundry services. Indulge in a massage, aromatherapy and a manicure/pedicure at the on-site spa. At the two on-site restaurants, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and French cuisine. In addition to 2 bars and a 24-hour health club, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
Limo/town car service, full breakfast (surcharge) and valet parking (surcharge)
A ballroom, smoke-free property and meeting rooms
A 24-hour front desk, a water dispenser and free newspapers
Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 217 rooms feature comforts, such as premium bedding and laptop-compatible safes, as well as perks, such as air conditioning and bathrobes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
Designer toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with premium channels
LED light bulbs, free extra beds and coffee/tea makers
Awards and affiliations
The property is a member of Preferred Hotels & Resorts and Historic Hotels of America.
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi and wired internet
Parking and transport
Limo/town car service
Covered valet parking on site (USD 45 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Limited on-site valet parking
Wheelchair-accessible parking available
Food and drink
Daily full breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: USD 6 to 175 per person
2 bars/lounges
2 restaurants
A coffee shop/cafe
Couples/private dining
Private picnics
Snack bar/deli
Restaurants on site
The Green Room
The Lobby Lounge
Things to do
24-hour health club
Full-service spa
Shopping
Family friendly
Free rollaway/extra bed
Laundry facilities
Snack bar/deli
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
ATM
Free newspapers in lobby
Gift shop/newsstand
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Water dispenser
Guest services
Concierge services
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Housekeeping (daily)
Proposal/romance packages
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
19 meeting rooms
Conference centre (25,000 square foot of space)
Coworking space
Outdoors
In a nature reserve
Full-service spa
Aromatherapy
Facials
Manicures/pedicures
Massage
Sauna
Spa open select days
Treatment room
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
Braille/raised signage
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
Wheelchair-accessible parking
More
12 floors
Ballroom
Banquet hall
Built in 1913
Reception hall
Smoke-free property
Vegan dining options
Vegetarian breakfast available
Vegetarian dining options
Water dispenser usage encouraged
Room amenities
Bedroom
Blackout drapes
Free rollaway/extra bed
Premium bedding
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Dressing gowns
Hair dryer
Slippers
Towels provided
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
Pay films
Food and drink
Champagne service
Coffee/tea maker
Free bottled water
Limited room service
More
Air conditioning
Connecting rooms available
Desk
Electrical adapters
Free daily newspapers
Heating
Laptop-compatible safe
LED lighting
Phone
Soundproofed rooms
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
Special check-in instructions
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of USD 100 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 18 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Food and water bowls are available
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Free rollaway/extra beds!
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Fee for full breakfast: approximately USD 6 to 175 per person
Valet parking fee: USD 45 per night (in/out privileges)
Pet fee: USD 100 per pet, per night
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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
We should mention
Reservations are required for massage services and spa treatments; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Some facilities may have restricted access; guests can contact the property for details using the contact information on the booking confirmation
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)
Property is also known as
Hotel Pont Wilmington
Hotel Pont
Pont Wilmington
Du Pont Wilmington
Du Pont Hotel
HOTEL DU PONT Hotel
HOTEL DU PONT Wilmington
HOTEL DU PONT Hotel Wilmington
Frequently asked questions
Is Hotel Du Pont pet-friendly?
Yes, Hotel Du Pont allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 18 kg per pet. There's a fee of USD 100 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Hotel Du Pont?
Valet parking is available for USD 45 per night.
What time is check-in at Hotel Du Pont?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime.
What time is check-out at Hotel Du Pont?
Checkout is at noon.
Where is Hotel Du Pont located?
Located in Downtown Wilmington, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House. Delaware Art Museum and Nemours Mansion and Gardens are also within 6 mi (10 km). Wilmington, DE (ZWI-Wilmington Train Station) is 16 minutes by foot and Wilmington Station is 17 minutes.
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Reviews
Hotel Du Pont Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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Wonderful experience! The Hotel DuPont is a lovely hotel that harkens back to the Gilded Age! Very well maintained with a friendly and helpful staff. The restaurant is very good (and elegant) and it is walking distance to all the fun bars and restaurants on Market Street.
Amazing stay! Exceptionally clean! Very comfortable beds, very friendly and courteous staff. We were there for my nephews wedding, after party and brunch on Sunday. All of our meals were absolutely fabulous.
Great hotel building. We were upgraded to a very large suite as a nice surprise. Dinner in le cavalier was a treat. So was breakfast the following morning.
Mary Augusta
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
Stephanie
18 Jul 2024
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff was outstanding. The room needs some upgrades.
We had a very nice stay. The hotel was clean and service was good. We were given an impressive tour by a security guard who knew the history and decor of the building which helped us to notice the thematic patters throughout the hotel.
The Le Cavalier restaurant was very nice, service excellent and food was outstanding.
Hotel is beautiful, full of character. Built in 1913?
Very comfortable bed and pillows. Nice little living area.
Only complaint was the water pressure, or lack of.
Great night in Wilmington. Had Dinner at a local Italian restaurant and a night at Longwood Gardens, it’s about 20 minutes drive from the hotel. Beautiful lobby and bar/restaurant. Highly recommended
The Hotel DuPont is such a lovely and beautiful hotel. It was good to see it come back to full life post-COVID. The service is wonderful and gracious. Both the bar and the bar at Le Cav are wonderful spots to unwind and get a bite to eat. The bartenders - Molly, Greg and Kristen - are wonderful! Thank you for a great stay!
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.
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
There wasn’t any water in the room for to drink. Room service works limited time. When I needed they aren’t working. And toilet flush works constantly.
The hotel looks so historical and beautiful.