Perfectly situated in the heart of the downtown Wilmington's legal and financial districts, the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington -... more »
Perfectly situated in the heart of the downtown Wilmington's legal and financial districts, the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District is just one block from the Federal Courthouse and Delaware State Superior Courthouse. The Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District is a full-service hotel with easy access to I-95, midway between Philadelphia International (PHL) and Baltimore Washington International (BWI) Airports, and five blocks from the Wilmington Amtrak Station (WIL) in Delaware.Major corporations headquartered nearby the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District include: ALICO/AIG (American International Group), Bank of America/MBNA, DuPont, Hercules, JPMorgan Chase, ING Direct, Astra Zeneca, Amtrak, IBM, AI DuPont/Nemours, Children's Hospital, Wilmington Hospital, Shearson Lehman, Juniper Financial, ICI Americas, Agilent, Computer Sciences Corporation (CSC), Accenture.For leisure pursuits nearby the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District: Market Street Mall, Christiana Mall, Historic Wilmington Square, Historic New Castle, Riverfront Wilmington, Shipyard Shops, Frawley Stadium (Home of Blue Rocks minor league baseball), Fort Delaware State Park, Longwood Gardens, Nemours Mansion, Winterthur Museum, Hagley Museum, Delaware Art Museum, Delaware Museum of Natural History, Three Little Bakers Dinner Theatre, DuPont Theatre Company, The University of Delaware, Delaware Park Racetrack and Slots, Dover Downs Raceway, Hartfeld Golf Course, Back Creek Golf Course, Brantwood Golf Course, Ed Oliver Golf Course, Rock Manor Golf Course, Grand Opera House, Delaware Center for the Contemporary Arts, Chase Center on the River Front, Wachovia Center (Home of the 76ers & Flyers), IceWorks, Kirkwood Soccer.The Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District guestrooms feature all the comforts of home and office, including: Sweet Dreams by Doubletree bedding package in all of our guestrooms and suites, Complimentary high-speed Internet access, Alarm clock radio with MP3 connectivity, Complimentary coffee and tea in each room by celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck, USA Today delivered each morning, Oversized executive work desk with ergonomic chair, 27'' television with premium channels, Iron and ironing board, hairdryer, and Neutrogena amenities, Concierge Level Rooms, 32'' flat-screen television with premium channels available on concierge level, Concierge lounge, Heated indoor pool and Precor fitness center, Sundry shop. Catering to business travelers and guests in the legal profession, the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District proudly maintains The Legal Center - a 3,200 square foot office suite designed to provide an efficient, functional and convenient workspace for those away from the home office, as well a business center and over 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Our beautiful Grand Ballroom, the largest in downtown Wilmington, Delaware accommodates banquets, wedding receptions, corporate functions or social occasions with style.The Metropolitan Restaurant and Bar serves casual American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or guests may walk to or take a complimentary hotel van ride to the many fine restaurants and eateries of the surrounding downtown Wilmington business district. They include: Restaurant 821 - Fine & Private dining, Café Mezzanotte - regional Italian cuisine, Conley Ward Steakhouse, Costa's Grill - Greek food, wine and entertainment, Deep Blue Bar and Grill - Contemporary American Fish House, Domaine Hudson Wine Bar & Eatery, Harry's Seafood Grill, Iron Hill Brewery& Restaurant, Mikimotos - Asian Grill / Sushi Bar, Washington Street Ale House.At the Doubletree Hotel Downtown Wilmington - Legal District, we provide exceptionally warm and caring service where guests feel welcomed and appreciated. As always, our very famous warm chocolate chip cookie awaits you at check-in.
Hilton
The Spencer Hotel, currently undergoing extensive renovation, will soon join the Doubletree Hotel family. Perfectly situated in the heart of the downtown Wilmington legal and financial districts just one block from the Federal Courthouse and Delaware State Superior Courthouse, our full-service hotel with easy access to I-95 is only 30 minutes south of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and five blocks from the Wilmington Amtrak Station.
The Spencer Hotel retains an Old World feel with its elegantly appointed lobby and traditionally furnished guest rooms and suites, featuring all the necessary comforts like our new Sweet Dreams beds and complimentary high-speed internet access. Catering to business travelers and guests in the legal profession, The Spencer Hotel proudly maintains The Law Center â an office suite designed to provide an efficient, functional and convenient workspace for those away from the home office â as well as a library, business center and over 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Wireless internet access is available throughout our hotel.
Official Hotel Information
The Doubletree Hotel Wilmington Downtown is perfectly situated in the heart of the downtown Wilmington legal and financial districts just one block from the Federal Courthouse and Delaware State Superior Courthouse, our full-service hotel with easy access to I-95 is only 30 minutes south of Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) and five blocks from the Wilmington Amtrak Station. The Doubletree Hotel Wilmington Downtown retains an Old World feel with its elegantly appointed lobby and traditionally furnished guest rooms and suites, featuring all the necessary comforts like our new Sweet Dreams beds and complimentary high-speed internet access. Catering to business travelers and guests in the legal profession, The Spencer Hotel proudly maintains The Law Center --- an office suite designed to provide an efficient, functional and convenient workspace for those away from the home office --- as well as a library, business center and over 20,000 square feet of flexible meeting space. Wireless internet access is available throughout our hotel. The Terra Nova Caf'' serves casual American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner, or guests may walk to the many fine restaurants and eateries of the surrounding downtown Wilmington business district. Business and leisure travelers alike enjoy our heated indoor pool and fitness center. Our beautiful ballroom, the largest in downtown Wilmington, accommodates banquets, wedding receptions, corporate functions or social occasions with style. Major corporations headquartered nearby include AIG, Bank of America/MBNA, Dupont, Hercules, JP Morgan Chase, ING, Astra Zeneca, Amtrak, and IBM. For leisure pursuits, stroll the Market Street Mall, Historic Wilmington Square, or visit the Grand Opera House. It's a short ride to Riverfront Wilmington, where you'll find cultural arts, dining, tax-free shopping at the Shipyard Shops, Frawley Stadium (home of Blue Rocks baseball), and attractions hearkening to Wilmington's historic shipbuilding past. Hagley Museum, Longwood Gardens, Dupont Playhouse Theatre, Delaware Art Museum, Delaware History Museum, Delaware Park Racing and the Three Little Bakers are all within a 20-minute drive from the Doubletree Hotel Wilmington Downtown. Whether you visit for business, pleasure, or both, our friendly and professional hotel staff looks forward to welcoming you to Wilmington and to our newly refurbished hotel.
Orbitz
At the center of downtown Wilmington's business district, the Doubletree Downtown Wilmington - Legal District is within walking distance of the US Court of Appeals and state Superior Courts. The hotel is close to Historic Wilmington Square, a charming cluster of landmark 18th century houses and mercantile shops. The Delaware Park Racetrack & Slots is just 10 miles from the hotel. Shuttle transportation to Philadelphia International Airport, 22 miles away, is available at surcharge. The hotel retains elegant lobby décor and refined furnishings. Catering to guests in the legal profession, the DoubleTree Downtown Wilmington - Legal District offers a legal center and library, with partitioned studies where attorneys may read briefs and conduct research in solitude. This downtown hotel also offers a business center and meeting facilities. Wireless Internet access pervades the property, a convenient feature for guests toting laptops or handhelds. For dining, the hotel's Terra Nova Bar & Grill serves fine Italian cuisine. The hotel offers 217 guestrooms featuring comfortable, dark-wood furnishings. Standard amenities include safes, writing desks and cable televisions. Small refrigerators are available upon request. Washrooms include a shower/tub combination with strong massage shower-heads. With its dignified atmosphere, library, study and meeting facilities close to federal and state courthouses, the Spencer Hotel is an exceptional accommodation for those tending to legal business. Fall Weekend Getaway Book a stay minimum-2 night stay in an F & B rate for travel from September 8 through December 27, 2009, and receive a $50 food and beverage credit. Thursday, Friday, or Saturday arrival required. Not valid with any other discount, coupon or offer. Credit provided in US dollars, or equivalent depending on country. Credit has no cash value and cannot be transferred. Unused portions cannot be redeemed for cash. Credit is applied on guest folio upon check-out. Credit cannot be used for alcoholic beverages. Other restrictions apply. Subject to availability. .
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43 year old with a luxury budget, traveling for business
I stayed six nights at Wilmington's downtown Doubletree on a group negotiated rate. I'm also a member of the Hilton HHonors program. At the front desk, I was treated as the later, not the former. I point this out because it is not always the case.
Very friendly staff and they give you
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Posted Nov 06, 2008
Excellent
Very friendly staff and they give you these great cookies when you sign in. Rooms are clean and fresh smelling. I wish I could take the bed home with me. They have a buffet breakfast bar in the restaurant, real nice staff, they take very good...
Room decor, proximity to Riverfront
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Posted Aug 06, 2008
Mediocre
Room decor, proximity to Riverfront Walk, chocolate chip cookie upon arrival.Day 1, we reported "stopped-up toilet" and same problem occurred day 2&3. When we checked out, still a problem.“We were totally disappointed with this particular hotel. At...
Nice room, good location.I didn't like
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Posted Aug 04, 2008
Mediocre
Nice room, good location.I didn't like the room I was given.“It was a nice, clean, comfortable room, but it was a handicapped room on the first floor across from conference rooms. In stead of a window I had a sliding glass door right next to the...
The room was clean.I was scared to
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Posted Jul 31, 2008
Okay
The room was clean.I was scared to death driving there, due to location.“The hotel was nice, but felt very unsafe parking in lot below hotel, taking secluded elevator to lobby. Questionable folks leaving hotel. I would not have wanted to be there...
Cleanliness and customer service was
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Posted Jul 30, 2008
Excellent
Cleanliness and customer service was superb!The 8th floor had a musty stench.“I visited this hotel just for some peace and quiet and I really enjoyed myself for the two days that I spent. The hotel was very clean and the staff was extremely...
22 year old female with a luxury budget, traveling for leisure
I ordered the sweet romance package that was advertised through the Doubletree's website, and nothing was like the package discribed. The wine wasnt in the room at the time of arrival 2 hours later it showed up, breakfast in bed was cold, and the late check out! Ha! We were told we could check out at 2 o'clock and at almost 10 after 12 we recieved a call from the lobby telling us we had to check out.
The cookie at check-in.Bathroom.“Hotel
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Posted Apr 07, 2008
Good
The cookie at check-in.Bathroom.“Hotel suited its purpose. Staff very nice and welcoming. Rooms were fine. Bathroom was small and not very comfortable. They did their best with an old hotel...
Bed/bedding.Coffee pot & mugs were not
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Posted Mar 21, 2008
Okay
Bed/bedding.Coffee pot & mugs were not clean.“Hotel staff was very friendly. It was comparable to other 'high end' hotels in terms of comfort. I would stay at this hotel again...
Soap was good. Water pressure was good
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Posted Mar 14, 2008
Mediocre
Soap was good. Water pressure was good.“This is a 1.5 to 2 star hotel posing as a 3 star. It is old and worn out. Housekeeping was poor and spotty. Sometimes you would get new towels or washcloths. Sometimes you had to go to the desk to request them....