What can I expect from a motel trip to Wilmington?

You can select from 13 low-cost motels in Wilmington among the more than 84 hotels and other lodging choices. Because you'll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Wilmington has to offer. Top sights include Christiana Mall in Wilmington, as well as Longwood Gardens in the area.

What's it like to stay in a motel?

At many motels, you'll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you'll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.

What are the best motels in Wilmington?

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Wilmington - Newark : Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Christiana Mall. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington/Newark : A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It's located within a 20-minute drive of Longwood Gardens and Christiana Mall. Rodeway Inn University : Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of University of Delaware. Super 8 by Wyndham New Castle : It's located within a short 7-minute drive of Christiana Mall. Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Superlodge : If driving, you'll be within 11 minutes of Christiana Mall. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What things can I to do in Wilmington?

While you're exploring this family-friendly, historical area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. People who visit Wilmington love its shops and university life. Must-see places in and around Wilmington include Christiana Mall and Longwood Gardens. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Nemours Mansion and Gardens, Brandywine Creek State Park, and Kirkwood Soccer Complex. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Brandywine Zoo and Frightland.

What's the weather like in Wilmington?

The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 85°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 26°F. Average annual rainfall for Wilmington is 43.08 inches.

How can I get around Wilmington?

Fly into Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.), which is located 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is 36.4 mi (58.6 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Wilmington Station or Newark Station.

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Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Wilmington - Newark

415 Stanton Christiana Road, Newark, DE

$53

per night

Feb 19 - Feb 20

3.6/5Good! (1,528 reviews)

"The room was very clean, the front desk lady was absolutely nice"…"

Reviewed on Feb 13, 2020

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Wilmington - Newark

Extended Stay America - Newark - Christiana - Wilmington

333 Continental Dr, Newark, DE

$67

per night

Mar 18 - Mar 19

3.1/5 (497 reviews)

"Friendly quite and quick. Rooms are a decent size, and staff is very helpful."…"

Reviewed on Feb 4, 2020

Extended Stay America - Newark - Christiana - Wilmington

Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

760 Justison Street, Wilmington, DE

$129

per night

Feb 21 - Feb 22

4.4/5Wonderful! (19 reviews)

"Hotel is in a good location, and is very quiet and comfortable. Staff were friendly and gym facilities excellent. Breakfast could have been improved."…"

Reviewed on Feb 11, 2020

Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront

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Wilmington Motels for the Frugal Traveler

You'll find 12 affordable motels in Wilmington among more than 70 lodging choices. These budget accommodations can help you cut costs when compared with traditional hotels, which offer more amenities but ones that you may not use.

Because you'll save on your room price, you can enjoy all that Wilmington has to offer. Top sights include Fort Delaware State Park and Christiana Mall.

Fun fact: Introduced in the early 1950s, customized neon signs often lit up the roadside motels, and today, examples of these can still be found along historic U.S. Route 66. At most motels, you'll often find an outdoor pool and a free parking spot.

Below are some of our customers' recommended Wilmington motels to select from:

Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Wilmington - Newark

Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Christiana Mall.
Enjoy access to the 24-hour front desk, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington/Newark

A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.
It's located within a 20-minute drive of Longwood Gardens and Christiana Mall.

Super 8 by Wyndham New Castle

Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking.
Stay within a short 7-minute drive of Christiana Mall.

Rodeway Inn University

It's located within a quick 4-minute drive of University of Delaware.
A computer station along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay.

Travel Inn

If driving, you'll be within 12 minutes of Christiana Mall.
Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.

What to Do in Wilmington

While you're exploring this historical, family-friendly area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. People who visit Wilmington love its shops and university life.

Must-see local attractions include:

Fort Delaware State Park
Christiana Mall

These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places:

Brown Park
Fort Christina Park
Christina Park

These are some attractions the whole family can enjoy:

Brandywine Zoo
Frightland

Wilmington is also known for its:

Museums
Parks
Sports

Best Time to Visit Wilmington

Determine the perfect time for your visit to Wilmington by reviewing these seasonal weather details:

The hottest months are typically July and August, while January and February are the coldest months
January-March: Daytime temperatures average 58° F and nighttime temperatures average 24° F
April-June: 85° F is the daytime average and 38° F is the nighttime average
July-September: Daytime averages are around 86° F and nighttime averages are around 52° F
October-December: The average temperatures are 72° F during the day and 25° F at night
Average rainfall is 43.11 inches in a year

How to Get to Wilmington and Around the Area

Wilmington Transportation
Name	Type	Distance
Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.)	Airport	18.6 mi (29.9 km)
Blue Bell, PA (BBX-Wings Field)	Airport	30.7 mi (49.4 km)
Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal)	Airport	36.2 mi (58.3 km)
Wilmington Station	Train Station	0.7 mi (1.1 km)
Newark Station	Train Station	12.2 mi (19.6 km)

Frequently asked questions

: You can select from 13 low-cost motels in Wilmington among the more than 84 hotels and other lodging choices. Because you’ll save on your room, you can enjoy more of what Wilmington has to offer. Top sights include Christiana Mall in Wilmington, as well as Longwood Gardens in the area.
: At many motels, you’ll often find a free parking spot and an outdoor pool. When you stay at a motel property, you’ll usually access your room directly from the parking lot. Beginning in the early 1950s, eye-catching neon signs enticed road-weary travelers, and you can see these today along the historic U.S. Route 66.
: Red Roof Inn PLUS+ Wilmington - Newark: Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of Christiana Mall. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking. Days Inn by Wyndham Wilmington/Newark: A fitness center along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. It’s located within a 20-minute drive of Longwood Gardens and Christiana Mall. Rodeway Inn University: Enjoy access to the business center, and freebies including breakfast, WiFi, and parking. Stay within a quick 4-minute drive of University of Delaware. Super 8 by Wyndham New Castle: It’s located within a short 7-minute drive of Christiana Mall. Laundry facilities along with freebies like breakfast, WiFi, and parking are available during your stay. Superlodge: If driving, you’ll be within 11 minutes of Christiana Mall. Enjoy access to the laundry facilities, and freebies including WiFi and parking.
: While you’re exploring this family-friendly, historical area, take time to enjoy the top-notch restaurants. People who visit Wilmington love its shops and university life. Must-see places in and around Wilmington include Christiana Mall and Longwood Gardens. These are some of the parks and outdoorsy places: Nemours Mansion and Gardens, Brandywine Creek State Park, and Kirkwood Soccer Complex. Attractions the whole family can enjoy include Brandywine Zoo and Frightland.
: The hottest months are usually July and August with an average temp of 85°F, while the coldest months are January and February with an average of 26°F. Average annual rainfall for Wilmington is 43.08 inches.
: Fly into Philadelphia, PA (PHL-Philadelphia Intl.), which is located 18.6 mi (29.9 km) away from the heart of the city. Otherwise, look for flights into Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia), which is 36.4 mi (58.6 km) away. To explore the surrounding area, ride one of the trains from Wilmington Station or Newark Station.

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