About Delaware

Compact yet full of character, Delaware is the East Coast’s hidden gem, offering Atlantic views, charming towns, and a mix of lively cities and sandy beach escapes. Hotels here cater to every traveller: sleek design stays and luxury pads in Wilmington suit culture lovers, while Rehoboth Beach tempts families with seaside resorts and budget-friendly inns just steps from the boardwalk. For something slower, historic towns serve up cosy B&Bs. Wherever you stay, Delaware delivers coastal charm with ease.

Just an hour from Philadelphia, Wilmington makes a great starting point for exploring Delaware’s cultural gems, from its history and art museums to the stunning Longwood Gardens, Winterthur Museum, and Nemours Estate. Beyond the city, the Brandywine Valley offers charming wineries, while history lovers can step back in time at Fort Delaware State Park or wander through First State Heritage Park in Dover. If it’s sand and sea you’re after, Delaware’s Atlantic Coast delivers with wide white-sand beaches, sailing, fishing, and swimming. Cape Henlopen State Park is a favourite for walking and cycling, while the Delaware River invites kayaking and canoeing. For quieter outdoor escapes, White Clay Creek State Park is perfect for hiking, birdwatching, or casting a line, while Rehoboth Beach offers lively seaside energy. Just remember — summer is peak season, so book ahead to snag the best spots to stay!

The Best Places to Stay in Delaware

For an Intimate B&B

  • Mansion Farm Inn is a charming B&B with just five rooms, a few miles from Delaware's eastern shore beaches. Pick this place for its rich history, friendly innkeepers and wonderfully relaxed, tranquil countryside feel. Perfect for couples.
  • Miller-Dunham House B&B sits on three acres of land in the quaint town of Odessa, promising a soothing stay for history and culture buffs. Expect four appealing guestrooms and homemade breakfasts in a quaint, family-run inn.
  • Rehoboth Guest House sits just two blocks from the beach. Elegant bedrooms are wonderful for couples or friends, and the atmosphere is very sociable — there's a shared kitchen and sundeck for guests, and some rooms share bathrooms. Laid-back and affordable.
  • Canalside Inn is a contemporary, owner-run B&B with fresh rooms featuring bursts of bright blue and green. Large rooms can accommodate groups of friends or families, and dogs are welcome in some spaces. The outdoor pool, hot tub and private balconies all add to the appeal. Great for a Rehoboth Beach holiday.

For a Luxury Beach Break

  • The Rehoboth is an attractive luxury hotel in downtown Rehoboth Beach. Unwind in bright, airy rooms with buttery yellow and warm blue hues, before heading to the heated swimming pool, piano lounge or Italian restaurant. For couples, friends or families.
  • The Bellmoor is a chic hotel offering 78 rooms and suites, some of which have private balconies and full kitchens. Brilliant for couples, friends or families, this indulgent property offers two swimming pools, a spa and regular shuttles to the Rehoboth Beach Boardwalk. A design-led favourite.

For a Grand City Hotel

  • Hotel du Pont is a luxurious property in the heart of Wilmington, just 10 minutes' walk from the Grand Opera House, the University and the DuPont Theatre. Book one of more than two hundred elegant guestrooms and savour fabulous French fare at the hotel's award-winning restaurant, The Green Room. Lavish opulence for couples, business travellers or families in the centre of the city.

For a Heritage Retreat

  • The Inn & Spa at Montchanin Village is a cluster of 11 beautifully restored historic houses featuring 28 indulgent rooms and suites in the Brandywine Valley. Choose this spot for period charm and absolute tranquility, with a superb spa, lovely gardens and top-notch food. Great for a romantic getaway, striking wedding or group golfing trip.

For a Boutique Stay

  • The Quoin is a boutique hideaway in historic Downtown. Expect vintage glamour, leafy courtyards, and rooftop cocktails. A sultry basement lounge, elegant rooms, and a restaurant serving French-Italian classics make it perfect for stylish escapes and grown-up indulgence.

For an apartment or holiday cottage

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel information

  • Most international travellers will find it easiest to fly to Philadelphia International Airport, and to continue to their Delaware destination by car, bus or train. Salibury Regional Airport is well-placed for those visiting Rehoboth Beach.
  • Alternatively, contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Expect hot summers, with temperatures reaching 30°C and above in June, July and August. For slightly cooler weather, come during the spring (April - May) or autumn (September - October), when popular spots will also be less crowded.

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The best hotels in Delaware

Mansion Farm Inn

Delaware (Delaware)

A historic farm turned quaint B&B, ideal for a quiet hideaway near the coast. Four suites have a boutique feel with polished wood floors, rich hues, fireplaces, and sash windows. A picturesque garden houses a large saltwater pool and the policy is adult-only, making this a truly relaxing stay.

  • Total relaxation - A quiet hideaway set in pretty gardens - the perfect spot to prop yourself up beside the pool with a good book for days on end
  • Local exploring - There's plenty to do locally including exploring national parks, strolling along the coast or discovering local museums
  • Great walks - There are several scenic hiking routes nearby. The hosts will happily point you in the right direction
  • Restrictions on children - Children above 14 years are welcome
from £120 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Miller-Dunham House B&B

Delaware

A charming colonial-style house set in picturesque gardens in historic Odessa. Four rooms are individually designed but each has wooden floors, traditional furnishings, and the two largest have private balconies. The ever warm hosts whip up a gourmet breakfast. A homely base to explore from.

  • Local exploring - From state parks to historic tours of Odessa, there is plenty to do locally
  • Local markets - There are several local farmers' markets - great places for sampling regional produce
  • Great walks
  • Full of character
from £127 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The Inn & Spa at Montchanin Village

Wilmington (Delaware)

A cluster of 11 historic houses restored into this charming hotel. Private, uniquely designed buildings feature rooms with modern marble bathrooms, four poster beds, and gardens. Superb spa offering massages, facials, and treatments. A magical, relaxing retreat.

  • Restaurant - Krazy Kat's Restaurant offers fresh, seasonal, and Northeast cuisine
  • Spa - Offers many signature treatments, such as a Hammam Body Ritual
  • Traditional - Every room boasts period and reproduction furniture
  • Great walks
from £144 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Hotel du Pont

Wilmington (Delaware)

A luxurious hotel located in the heart of lively Wilmington. A breathtaking classical interior boasts grandeur and opulence. Large rooms fuse contemporary and traditional styles. Magnificent dining and banquet rooms serve food from the award-wining French restaurant 'The Green Room'.

  • Sights nearby - Within a 10 minute walk of DuPont Theatre, Grand Opera House, Delaware State University Wilmington, Brown Park...
  • Restaurant - Dine at the hotel's singnature Green Room, or Lobby Lounge, Java Corner, Grill...
  • Traditional
  • Lively area
from £149 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Rehoboth Guest House

Rehoboth Beach (Delaware)

Relaxed owner-run B&B located less than two blocks from the beach. A pleasant garden, several decks, outdoor showers & a shared kitchen offer sociable hang-out areas after a day of exploring. Several of the elegantly designed bedrooms share bathrooms. Affordable B&B with a homely atmosphere.

  • Total relaxation - With a welcoming host, the beach nearby and a laid-back vibe, this is the place to simply relax and enjoy your vacation
  • Beach Life - Ideal base for relaxed small-town beach break. The charming beach and wooden boardwalk are lovely to visit year round
  • Sights nearby - It's an easy walk to the beach, boardwalk, restaurants, galleries and shops
  • Boutique
from £161 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The Bellmoor

Rehoboth Beach (Delaware)

A luxury spa and resort in the heart of Rehoboth Beach, Delaware. Palatial rooms decorated in a nostalgic seaside style with antique beds, seaside paintings and floral prints. Cosy up with a good book in the classic libraries or explore the famous boardwalk! Full of old world charm.

  • Fishing - From Flounder to Striper, there are plenty of fish to be caught at the Delaware Beach.
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor seasonal.
  • Spa
  • Sea Views
from £193 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

Canalside Inn

Rehoboth Beach (Delaware)

Contemporary owner-run B&B overlooking Rehoboth's canal. Fresh, modern & colourful dog-friendly rooms suit couples, friends and families; there's plenty of space & pool-view balconies. Return from a day at the beach to an outdoor pool, hot tub, and quiet porches. Ideal for relaxed beach vacations.

  • Wellbeing - Offers wellness retreats throughout the year ranging from couple's retreats & personal power to guided yoga & meditation
  • Beach Life - Head to a different stretch of beach every day. The area encompasses 30 miles of unspoiled coastline
  • Swimming Pool - Small pool and hot tub are available from June - September
  • Great walks
from £305 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The Rehoboth

Rehoboth Beach (Delaware)

A smart luxury hotel perfectly located in Rehoboth Beach's downtown. Light-filled rooms are traditionally styled with soft yellow and blue hues and dark wooden furniture. Spacious bathrooms are stocked with Aveda products. With a heated pool, piano lounge, & Italian restaurant - this is a chic stay

  • Local exploring - Well situated in downtown withing walking distance of the town's best shopping, dining, nightlife and (of course) the beach
  • Beach Life - An open air beach shuttle, complete with beach chairs and towels, will scoot you to the beach
  • Swimming Pool - Outdoor heated pool with sun deck
  • Restaurant - Lupo Italian Kitchen
from £307 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees

The Quoin

Wilmington (Delaware)

Boutique hotel in historic Downtown. Vintage furniture, rich textures and elegant wallpaper create a classy, romantic feel. There's an opulent basement lounge, leafy courtyard, rooftop bar for craft cocktails and restaurant serving Southern French and Italian cuisine. Understated grown-up glamour.

  • Local exploring - Discover the historic attractions, art museums and arboretums of Brandywine Valley, a great getaway destination near Wilmington
  • Romantic Break - With delicate wallpaper, arched windows, sumptuous furnishings and the cosy, characterful bar, this is ideal for romance
  • Sights nearby - Discover the story of The Tall Ship of Delaware, Kalmar Nyckel, and the rich maritime history at the Copeland Maritime Center
  • Great walks - The Wilmington River Walk is a beautiful promenade with restaurants and plenty of nature to enjoy
for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees