Hotel du Pont Wilmington (Delaware) travel guide

Location. The historic Hotel du Pont, built in 1913, is located in downtown Wilmington, Del. The property is within seven miles of the Hagley Museum, Winterthur Museum and the Delaware Museum. Brandywine Valley, featuring more than 1,000 acres of indoor and outdoor gardens, is within five miles of the hotel.

Hotel Features. From the original artwork and antique furnishings, to the intricately molded ceilings and ornate woodwork, the Hotel du Pont's European heritage is apparent with each detail. Sparkling chandeliers, sleek marble floors and rich mosaics reflect the grandeur of the hotel's past. Modern details like high-speed wired and wireless Internet access reflect the hotel's present. Fine French-Continental dining is available at the Green Room, where specialties include Chilled Foie Gras Terrine, Porcini-dusted Veal Porterhouse and Cumino-dusted Tuna Medallion. Live music accompanies dinner guests Thursday through Sunday.

Guestrooms. French-style décor in the guestrooms reiterates the hotel's heritage. Separate seating areas in each room offer additional sitting space. Deep-soaking tubs and separate showers outfit each bathroom. Complimentary newspaper delivery, room service and high-speed wired and wireless Internet access are available.

Expert Tip. Many dignitaries, presidents and celebrities have stayed at the Hotel du Pont over the years, including John F. Kennedy, Elizabeth Taylor and Bob Hope. The famous Dupont Theatre also resides on the hotel's property.

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