What is the difference between a 3-star hotel and a motel in Dover?

A motel is a great option if you're planning to tour around Dover. These properties are usually found near airports and major roads, offer ample parking and have basic services and amenities. Stay at a 3-star hotel and you'll be more centrally located. With a larger choice of rooms and welcome amenities such as a lobby, gym and business facilities, you can expect to pay more for hotel accommodations.

Are there any 3-star hotels with free breakfast in Dover?

Keep your budget in check at one of our 3-star hotels with breakfast included in Dover. Roll out of bed and grab a coffee or juice at Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE , which comes with a swimming pool and pool sun loungers. Wyndham Garden Dover is another getaway that provides your morning drinks and food without an additional fee.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dover have a pool?

We've got some terrific 3-star choices in Dover where you can take a relaxing swim, including Wyndham Garden Dover and Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE . June, July and August, which are the summer months here, are great for checking in to a 3-star escape with a pool. If you're craving the warmest weather for your poolside retreat, reserve in July when temperatures average from 70ºF at night to 84ºF during the day.

What 3-star hotels in Dover have an on-site restaurant?

Secure a room at Wyndham Garden Dover and eat without having to leave the comfort of your accommodations. A swimming pool and blackout curtains are two of the other amenities at this favorite 3-star option in Dover. Need to fill up after a full day of activities? Grab a table at the on-site restaurant at Hilton Garden Inn Dover , which also offers a swimming pool and individually decorated rooms.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dover have WiFi?

Whether you want to stay connected with family, stream movies or access information on the go, accessing the internet is simple at one of our 3-star hotels. You'll be able to log in to the WiFi at Expedia's selection of accommodations such as Wyndham Garden Dover and Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE .

What 3-star hotels in Dover have parking?

Our top recommendations are Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE and Wyndham Garden Dover . These 3-star getaways in Dover provide parking, making it easy for you to jump behind the wheel and explore. Step out of the city for a day and explore farther afield. National Aquarium in Baltimore and Liberty Bell Center are two amazing attractions that are easy to get to by car from Dover.

Do any 3-star hotels in Dover have rooms with a kitchenette?

Cook quick and simple meals before and after sightseeing at Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE . Located in Dover, it's among our leading 3-star getaways that have rooms with kitchenettes.

Construction was completed in 1933 on the New Legislative Hall which replaced the Old State Capitol which had been in use since 1791.

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Atlantic Sands Hotel & Conference Center

North Rehoboth

Becca

$82 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Classic Value King | Premium bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

ICONA Cape May

Cape May

John

$160 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Hyatt House Lewes/Rehoboth Beach

Lewes

ERIKA

$82 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Seasonal outdoor pool, pool umbrellas, sun loungers

Marquis de Lafayette Hotel

Cape May Historic District

Mark

$179 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Lewes Rehoboth Beach

Lewes

Brandon

$74 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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Montreal Beach Resort

Cape May Historic District

Patty

$103 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Couples treatment rooms, body treatments, aromatherapy

The Avenue Inn and Spa

Downtown

Meghan

$70 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Hyatt Place Dewey Beach

Dewey Beach

Margaret

$92 nightly

Dec 21 - Dec 22

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Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE

Dover

Christina

$107 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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Studio, 1 Queen Bed with Sofa bed, Handicap Accessible | 1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, desk

Brighton Suites Hotel

Downtown

John

$80 nightly

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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Cambria Hotel Rehoboth Beach

Bayside

Amanda

$94 nightly

Dec 29 - Dec 30

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Wyndham Garden Dover

Dover

Jennifer

$71 nightly

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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Daily buffet breakfast (USD 16.00 per person)

Hilton Garden Inn Dover

Dover

Tyrone

$99 nightly

Dec 14 - Dec 15

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The Star Inn

Cape May Historic District

Mary

$142 nightly

Jan 4 - Jan 5, 2026

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The Dormer House

Cape May Historic District

Michele

$197 nightly

Dec 16 - Dec 17

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Residence Inn Marriott Dover

Dover

Ephrem

$108 nightly

Dec 28 - Dec 29

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Boardwalk Plaza Hotel

North Rehoboth

Lauren

$114 nightly

Jan 1 - Jan 2, 2026

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Ocean Glass Inn

West Rehoboth

Melissa

$89 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Atlantic View Hotel

Rehoboth by the Sea

Melinda

$89 nightly

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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Coast Rehoboth Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton

Downtown

Geralynn

$106 nightly

Dec 15 - Dec 16

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Bally's Dover Casino Resort

1131 N Dupont Hwy Dover DE

$88 nightly

$96 total

Dec 9 - Dec 10

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History buffs flock to the Air Mobility Command Museum where you can climb inside vintage military aircraft. The charming downtown and Legislative Hall offer free tours that reveal Delaware's surprising role as America's first state.

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Three Star Hotel Guide for Dover

There’s a reason the top 3 star hotels in Dover, Delaware are so incredibly popular: They combine comforting amenities and just-for-you service with some of the best rates and discounts the area has to offer. When you book a stay at a three star hotel in Dover, you’ll get access to perfect little perks like on-site restaurants and cocktail bars, well-appointed fitness centers, and spacious rooms.

Search for a cheap deal on a 3 star upscale hotel in Dover for the most elegant experience, or grab a low rate on one of the cheap 3 star hotels in Dover near the local attractions, if you want something a touch more unassuming. Whatever your traveling style, make sure to use the search tools at Expedia to track down prices, read more about amenities, and score a few local discounts.

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What are the best 3-star hotels in Dover?

Expedia customers needing a pleasant and affordable Dover stay often book a room at Home2 Suites by Hilton Dover, DE. This 3-star hotel, roughly 1 mi east of the center, comes with pool sun loungers and a barbecue grill. Like another idea? Located 2 mi north of downtown and featuring a swimming pool and complimentary breakfast, Wyndham Garden Dover is another guest favorite.

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What is the difference between a 4-star and 3-star hotel in Dover?

Relaxation is a breeze in 3-star hotels in Dover. In addition to pleasant surroundings, these lower-priced stays come with a wealth of amenities like complimentary WiFi, coffee and tea maker and gym facilities. A 4-star hotel offers a more sophisticated ambience with superior features such as a spa center, outdoor or indoor pool and more spacious rooms. Regardless of your preferred hotel category or budget, Expedia has the ideal match for you.

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