Delaware

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• Best places to stay in Wilmington
• Best places to stay in Delaware

Only Rhode Island covers a smaller area than Delaware, and very few other states lack a big city, but don’t let the small scale of this state - also one of the oldest in the union – lead you to overlook it. There is a lot of history, heritage and a breathtaking variety of landscapes packed into an area scarcely one hundred miles long and 40 miles wide. We’ve picked what we think are the best places to stay in Delaware, and from there, the whole state is within easy reach

Less than an hour away from Philadelphia, PA, this maritime state offers visitors gorgeous estates like the stunning Nemours Mansion and Garden, historic sites, museums and pristine white-sand beaches to be enjoyed by romantic couples or families with kids. If you follow the state’s history trail, you'll get acquainted with famous figures from Delaware's past, from the early pioneers to the creative minds driving America's Industrial Revolution.

Our pick of the best places to stay in Delaware include options whether you're looking for a luxury beach break or more conventional city stay.

For weekend breakers

• The Hotel Du Pont is a smart hotel located in the heart of Wilmington, the lively and attractive state capital. The hotel features classical interiors fusing contemporary and traditional styles. Magnificent dining and banquet rooms serve food from the award-wining French restaurant The Green Room.
• Formed out of 11 historic houses the Inn and Spa at Montchanin Village is a beautifully restored hotel with the attraction of four poster beds, lovely gardens, and an excellent spa.

For beach bunnies

• The Bellmoor is a luxury spa and resort in the heart of the coastal town of Rehoboth Beach. A short walk from the long beach with its famous boardwalk, rooms are decorated in a nostalgic seaside style with antique beds, and painted seascapes.

Still undecided? Browse through our list of the best places to stay in Delaware, expand your search to include our recommendations in Pennsylvania or Maryland, or contact one of our friendly gurus for advice.