Although the state is only 1954 square miles in area, Delaware is packed with cultural activities and historical sites that attract visitors from around the world. Its three counties represent many walks of life: busy city life, a slower rural pace, and exciting beach neighborhoods. Golf courses abound in the state, with 53 to choose from. Accommodations in the state range from quaint bed-and-breakfasts to smaller hotels or fancier resorts. Some of these, however, have become more widely recognized by the public than others over the years.
Hotel duPont
Located in downtown Wilmington, the Hotel duPont is a landmark in Delaware dating back to 1913. Accommodations include 206 guest rooms and 11 suites. The hotel houses its own fitness center, jewelry store, gift shop, and theatre. The hotel's famous Green Room restaurant features French cuisine. Other great restaurants and shopping are within walking distance. The 18-hole, par 70 course at Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club is only 15 minutes away.
Hotel duPont
11th & Market Streets
Wilmington, DE 19801
(800) 441-9019
(302) 594-3100
hoteldupont.com
Hilton Christiana
The Hilton Christiana sits on a beautiful estate setting in the Brandywine Valley. Guests are pampered with luxurious amenities and also have access to a fitness center, pool, and numerous dining choices on-site. A highlight of a stay at the Hilton is the Royal Swan Feeding, which takes place at 5:30 each evening on the hotel grounds. The hotel is near many Brandywine Valley attractions such as Longwood Gardens, Nemours Mansion, and golfing at White Clay Creek Country Club, which offers an 18-hole, par 72 course about 10 minutes from the hotel.
Hilton Christiana
100 Continental Drive
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 454-1500
hiltonchristiana.com
Embassy Suites Newark
Situated across the street from the University of Delaware campus, Embassy Suites Newark offers guests luxury and convenience. With a choice of rooms or suites, fitness room, swimming pool, restaurant, and lounge, everything guests need is under one roof. This is the choice of accommodations for those visiting the university, or engaged in business with nearby AstraZeneca, Avon, DuPont, or WL Gore. Wilmington's Riverfront Attractions are a short, 10 minute drive away, as is the 18-hole, par 71 golf course at Cavaliers Country Club.
Embassy Suites Newark
654 S. College Ave.
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 368-8000
embassysuites1.hilton.com/en_US/es/hotel/NEWDEES-Embassy-Suites-Newark-Wilmington-South-Delaware/index.do
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