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Our top choices for South Wilmington hotels

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Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront

Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront
2.5 star property
South Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (34)
"Good stay"
United States
Adianez
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
24 Dec - 25 Dec
Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront
Classic Room, 1 King Bed
The Bookhouse Hotel

The Bookhouse Hotel

The Bookhouse Hotel
2.0 star property
19.4 km from South Wilmington
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (39)
"We loved our stay at the book House Hotel. Truly wonderful. A great getaway."
United States
Sandra
The price is NZ$373
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
The Bookhouse Hotel
Deluxe Double Room, 1 King Bed
Artelo

Artelo

Artelo
2.0 star property
18.9 km from South Wilmington
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (84)
"Great place "
United States
Justin
The price is NZ$245
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Artelo
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Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square

Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square

Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square
3.0 star property
19.1 km from South Wilmington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (933)
"Great place to stay!"
United States
Kimberly j
The price is NZ$231
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Kennett Square
Pillow-top beds, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Kennett Square Brandywine Valley

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Kennett Square Brandywine Valley

Fairfield Inn by Marriott Kennett Square Brandywine Valley
2.5 star property
19.1 km from South Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"Staff was friendly rooms were clean great location close to Longwood Gardens ! Great breakfast too ! Thank you !"
United States
Wendy
The price is NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn by Marriott Kennett Square Brandywine Valley
Standard Room
Hampton Inn Elkton

Hampton Inn Elkton

Hampton Inn Elkton
2.5 star property
24.6 km from South Wilmington
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (765)
"The experience was fantastic from the start of check in...the front desk staff was so welcoming, warm fresh baked cookies were at the desk..the common areas were clean and tastefully decorated..the room was clean and the bed was comfortable..breakfast was nice, the area was clean and selection was good."
United States
Tammy
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Elkton
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Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn

Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn

Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn
2.5 star property
13.5 km from South Wilmington
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (91)
"Clean room and convenient to highway."
United States
Richard
The price is NZ$137
includes taxes & fees
6 Jan - 7 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn
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TownePlace Suites by Marriott Swedesboro Philadelphia

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Swedesboro Philadelphia

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Swedesboro Philadelphia
3.0 star property
16 km from South Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (259)
"Clean and huge rooms "
United States
Aimee
The price is NZ$217
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Swedesboro Philadelphia
Restaurant
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media

Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media

Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
2.5 star property
25 km from South Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1004)
"The property and staff are always a pleasure Will come back.."
United States
Mary Ellen
The price is NZ$214
includes taxes & fees
12 Jan - 13 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Philadelphia/Media
Outdoor pool, pool loungers
Holiday Inn Philadelphia South - Swedesboro by IHG

Holiday Inn Philadelphia South - Swedesboro by IHG

Holiday Inn Philadelphia South - Swedesboro by IHG
3.0 star property
15.9 km from South Wilmington
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (762)
"Wonderful stay"
United States
James
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Philadelphia South - Swedesboro by IHG
Property amenity
Staybridge Suites Wilmington - Brandywine Valley by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington - Brandywine Valley by IHG

Staybridge Suites Wilmington - Brandywine Valley by IHG
3.0 star property
17.7 km from South Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (599)
"Friendly staff, clean accommodations, close to shopping and restaurants. Also, the breakfast was decent to get us going in the morning."
United States
Cynthia
The price is NZ$218
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Staybridge Suites Wilmington - Brandywine Valley by IHG
Exterior
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elkton - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elkton - University Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elkton - University Area by IHG
2.5 star property
23.2 km from South Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (987)
"Clean modern room, friendly staff, breakfast was included and pretty good, convenient location"
United States
Alex
The price is NZ$199
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Elkton - University Area by IHG
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Motel 6 Elkton, MD

Motel 6 Elkton, MD

Motel 6 Elkton, MD
2.0 star property
24.8 km from South Wilmington
6.0 out of 10, (1000)
"They have created a well lit motel that feels very safe."
United States
Daniel
The price is NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
26 Dec - 27 Dec
Motel 6 Elkton, MD
Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility/Hearing Impaired)
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newark - Elkton

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newark - Elkton

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newark - Elkton
3.0 star property
24.3 km from South Wilmington
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1004)
"Great stay"
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
28 Dec - 29 Dec
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Newark - Elkton
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Trolley Stop Motel

Trolley Stop Motel

Trolley Stop Motel
2.0 star property
25.2 km from South Wilmington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (655)
"Fast, friendly and efficient check in. Room was clean and bed/pillows were comfortable. "
United States
Darren
The price is NZ$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Trolley Stop Motel
Seasonal outdoor pool
Hampton Inn Swedesboro Philadelphia

Hampton Inn Swedesboro Philadelphia

Hampton Inn Swedesboro Philadelphia
2.5 star property
16 km from South Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (546)
"The staff is amazing and always welcoming! Rooms are always clean and comfortable."
United States
Caren
The price is NZ$187
includes taxes & fees
11 Jan - 12 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Swedesboro Philadelphia
Reception
Comfort Inn & Suites Glen Mills - West Chester

Comfort Inn & Suites Glen Mills - West Chester

Comfort Inn & Suites Glen Mills - West Chester
3.0 star property
17.1 km from South Wilmington
7.6 out of 10, Good, (1001)
"Breakfast good, ample parking, restaurants nearby."
United States
James
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
4 Jan - 5 Jan 2026
Comfort Inn & Suites Glen Mills - West Chester
Exterior
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle

Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle
2.5 star property
3.7 km from South Wilmington
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (946)
"Very clean, staff very friendly."
United States
Karen
The price is NZ$184
includes taxes & fees
1 Jan - 2 Jan 2026
Fairfield Inn & Suites Wilmington New Castle
Terrace/patio
Hyatt Place Newark - Main Street

Hyatt Place Newark - Main Street

Hyatt Place Newark - Main Street
3.0 star property
18.3 km from South Wilmington
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (412)
"Hotel was beautiful"
United States
Robert
The price is NZ$235
includes taxes & fees
30 Dec - 31 Dec
Hyatt Place Newark - Main Street
Terrace/patio
The Inn at Swarthmore

The Inn at Swarthmore

The Inn at Swarthmore
4.0 star property
25.4 km from South Wilmington
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (751)
"The room was spotless and the check in was great! The Inn was the perfect place to stay for our visit to the area we will definitely be staying again. "
United States
Debra
The price is NZ$303
includes taxes & fees
29 Dec - 30 Dec
The Inn at Swarthmore
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Our guide on where to stay in South Wilmington

Find the best South Wilmington areas for the activities you enjoy most.

Riverfront

Unique features of Riverfront include the restaurants and river views. Make a stop by Daniel S. Frawley Stadium or Delaware Children's Museum while you're exploring the area.

Wilmington showing a garden, a fountain and a statue or sculpture
Photo by Leslie Kipp
Open Photo by Leslie Kipp

Downtown Wilmington

Unique features of Downtown Wilmington include the bars and theatres. Make a stop by Grand Opera House or World Cafe Live at the Queen while you're exploring the area.

Forty Acres

While Forty Acres may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Delaware Art Museum and Regal Brandywine Town Center.

Little Italy

Though Little Italy may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Delaware Art Museum and Brandywine Creek.

Trinity Vicinity

While Trinity Vicinity isn't home to many top sights, The Playhouse on Rodney Square and Grand Opera House are some notable places to visit nearby.

Top South Wilmington Hotel Reviews

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

10/10 Excellent
"The heat was not working but we made do"
Samantha 1-night trip
Posted 18 hours ago
Embassy Suites by Hilton Philadelphia Airport

Frequently asked questions

What is South Wilmington like?
Travellers will be sure to enjoy their time in Wilmington's South Wilmington neighbourhood. Are you looking for South Wilmington travel tips? Make sure that you visit Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park while you're in the neighbourhood.
Where is the best hotel for a stay in South Wilmington?
Based on Expedia customer reviews, Woodspring Suites Wilmington Riverfront is the highest ranked property in South Wilmington. This hotel is a short 13-minute walk from Wilmington Riverwalk, and it offers free parking and in-room kitchens.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in South Wilmington, will I receive a refund?
Yes! You'll find that most hotel bookings are fully refundable as long as you cancel before the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before the scheduled arrival. If you have a reservation that's non-refundable, you might be able to still cancel and get a refund within a 24-hour period of your booking. Enter your dates, click on "Search", then you can use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best deals available in South Wilmington.
What is there to do in this Wilmington neighbourhood?
A few attractions you might want to check out while you're in South Wilmington are Chase Fieldhouse and Eden Park. While you're out sightseeing in Wilmington, make sure that you visit other sights such as Kalmar Nyckel Museum and Shipyard or Delaware Theater Company.