Wedding Hotels in Delaware

Getting Married in Delaware

These wedding hotels in Delaware offer reception and banquet space for celebrations across the state, all bookable through Engine. The DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District in Wilmington leads the list with about 9,400 square feet of event space in its Grand Ballroom, which accommodates up to 1,080 guests, plus 16 additional event spaces and 217 guest rooms. Couples, wedding planners, and guests needing room blocks can search, compare, and book these properties on Engine.

Delaware offers couples everything from historic venues in Wilmington to waterfront settings along the coast and countryside charm in between. The hotels on this list are spread across the state's cities, each offering ballrooms and event space for receptions of different sizes. You can search and book guest rooms at these properties on Engine, and for a block of 9 or more rooms to accommodate out-of-town guests, Engine Groups handles the room-block booking. The hotel's event space for your reception can be booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's free marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or you can arrange it with the property directly.

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Compare wedding hotels in Delaware

Same order as the list above: ranked by event space, with a tilt toward hotels that list wedding services, a reception hall, or banquet space. Space and amenity details come from each hotel's own records. A dash means the hotel's data doesn't list that detail, not that it's unavailable.

#	Hotel	City	Largest event space	Max occupancy	Event spaces	Guest rooms	Guest rating
1	DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington - Legal District	Wilmington	9,375 sq ft	1,080	17	217	3.6 (1,003)
2	Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront	Wilmington	6,000 sq ft	350	5	114	4.6 (1,002)
3	DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Wilmington	Wilmington	4,960 sq ft	500	9	244	4.3 (1,052)
4	Hotel Du Pont	Wilmington	4,295 sq ft	500	28	217	4.4 (683)
5	Hyatt Place Dewey Beach	Dewey Beach	4,165 sq ft	500	8	140	4.4 (1,001)
6	Embassy Suites by Hilton Newark Wilmington South	Newark	3,255 sq ft	525	20	154	4.2 (1,172)
7	Bethany Beach Ocean Suites Residence Inn by Marriott	Bethany Beach	3,400 sq ft	324	6	112	4.5 (871)
8	Sheraton Suites Wilmington Downtown	Wilmington	2,646 sq ft	240	8	223	4.3 (1,001)
9	Wyndham Garden Dover	Dover	2,394 sq ft	125	2	135	3.1 (1,376)
10	Courtyard by Marriott Newark-University of Delaware	Newark	2,025 sq ft	150	2	126	4.5 (617)
11	Hilton Garden Inn Dover	Dover	1,632 sq ft	150	3	95	4.4 (1,000)
12	Canalside Inn	Rehoboth Beach	1,200 sq ft	30	3	13	4.2 (303)
13	Brandywine Plaza Hotel	Claymont	1 sq ft	500	9	191	3.3 (214)
14	The Quoin Hotel	Wilmington	1 sq ft	100	5	24	4.8 (170)
15	HomeTowne Studios by Red Roof Wilmington - New Castle	New Castle	6,050 sq ft	400	3	50	3.0 (154)
16	Quality Inn & Suites Harrington - Milford	Harrington	1,426 sq ft	70	1	70	3.8 (1,001)
17	Ramada by Wyndham Newark/Wilmington	Newark	2,400 sq ft	150	4	98	3.4 (1,697)
18	The Westin Wilmington	Wilmington	2,100 sq ft	75	5	180	4.4 (891)
19	The Breakers Hotel & Suites	Rehoboth Beach	1,634 sq ft	75	1	98	4.4 (1,790)
20	Hotel Bethany Beach	Bethany Beach	1,404 sq ft	150	2	100	4.4 (1,792)
21	The Bellmoor Inn & Spa	Rehoboth Beach	1,400 sq ft	100	4	78	4.6 (1,001)
22	Residence Inn by Marriott Wilmington Downtown	Wilmington	1,296 sq ft	144	2	96	4.0 (398)
23	Sonesta Select Newark Christiana Mall	Newark	1,250 sq ft	80	3	152	3.7 (1,846)
24	Four Points by Sheraton Newark Christiana Wilmington	Newark	1,200 sq ft	112	7	120	4.1 (1,000)
25	Country Inn & Suites by Radisson Rehoboth Beach - Dewey	Rehoboth Beach	1,200 sq ft	65	2	68	3.9 (1,510)
26	Springhill Suites By Marriott Frederica	Frederica	1,188 sq ft	64	1	86	4.7 (301)
27	Boardwalk Plaza Hotel	Rehoboth Beach	1,075 sq ft	80	3	84	4.8 (528)
28	Staybridge Suites Rehoboth Beach by IHG	Lewes	1,080 sq ft	50	1	90	4.3 (913)
29	Sonesta ES Suites Wilmington - Newark	Newark	1,000 sq ft	60	1	120	3.8 (1,002)
30	Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Harrington-Dover area, DE by IHG	Harrington	900 sq ft	30	1	86	4.5 (1,000)
31	Holiday Inn Express & Suites Wilmington-Newark by IHG	Newark	900 sq ft	60	1	120	4.5 (1,113)
32	Hampton Inn Seaford	Seaford	810 sq ft	50	1	66	4.5 (778)
33	Courtyard By Marriott New Castle	New Castle	804 sq ft	60	2	125	4.4 (326)
34	Residence Inn Marriott Dover	Dover	774 sq ft	77	4	98	4.5 (507)
35	Hyatt House Lewes/Rehoboth Beach	Lewes	770 sq ft	50	1	105	4.7 (1,004)
36	Coast Rehoboth Beach, Tapestry Collection by Hilton	Rehoboth Beach	756 sq ft	75	1	60	4.5 (477)
37	Hampton Inn Middletown	Middletown	676 sq ft	100	2	72	4.4 (932)
38	Hotel Wave Rehoboth Beach	Rehoboth Beach	648 sq ft	30	1	49	3.7 (1,521)
39	Courtyard by Marriott Wilmington Brandywine	Wilmington	648 sq ft	40	1	78	4.0 (466)
40	Hampton Inn & Suites Wilmington Christiana	Newark	625 sq ft	60	1	136	4.2 (1,000)
41	Beach Boutique Hotel	Rehoboth Beach	612 sq ft	30	2	81	4.3 (1,006)
42	Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington-Brandywine Valley	Wilmington	576 sq ft	40	3	113	4.8 (617)
43	Hampton Inn Rehoboth Beach	Rehoboth Beach	576 sq ft	40	2	85	4.6 (1,003)
44	Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn	Bear	500 sq ft	40	1	75	3.5 (623)
45	Homewood Suites by Hilton Newark-Wilmington South Area	Newark	480 sq ft	35	2	91	4.0 (1,001)
46	MainStay Suites Dover	Dover	480 sq ft	51	1	92	4.1 (747)
47	Homewood Suites by Hilton Wilmington Downtown	Wilmington	475 sq ft	33	1	120	4.4 (911)
48	Staybridge Suites Wilmington Downtown by IHG	Wilmington	461 sq ft	10	2	134	4.7 (1,000)
49	Hampton Inn Dover	Dover	450 sq ft	32	1	79	4.3 (1,001)
50	Atlantic Inn-Millsboro	Millsboro	450 sq ft	50	1	82	3.6 (257)

Frequently asked questions

What should I look for in a hotel for my wedding reception in Delaware?

Look for a hotel with enough reception and banquet space to accommodate your guest count, plus on-site rooms for out-of-town guests. The DoubleTree by Hilton Downtown Wilmington offers about 9,400 square feet in its Grand Ballroom and seats up to 1,080 people across 17 event spaces, while the Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront has about 6,000 square feet of outdoor terrace space for up to 350 guests. Many hotels also offer getting-ready suites and coordination services, though amenities vary by property.

What amenities can wedding guests expect at these hotels?

Most hotels on this list offer parking, wifi, on-site dining, and fitness facilities, though specifics vary by property. Some provide shuttle service to nearby attractions or the airport serving Wilmington. Check each hotel's amenities page on Engine to confirm what matters most for your guests.

How does Engine help with booking rooms and event space for a wedding?

For a guest-room block of 9 or more rooms, Engine Groups handles the booking; for 8 or fewer, you can book self-serve. The hotel's reception and event space can be searched and booked through Engine Spaces, Engine's free marketplace of hotel meeting and event spaces across the U.S. and Canada, or you can arrange it with the hotel directly.

How does billing work when I book a room block for wedding guests?

Engine offers consolidated invoicing, so you can manage payments in one place. You have multiple payment options and there's no membership fee. This makes it easier to track expenses and settle billing for your big day.

How do I compare hotels across different cities in Delaware for my wedding?

Compare the size and capacity of each hotel's largest ballroom or event space, the number of guest rooms available, and the total number of event spaces if you need breakout areas for a rehearsal dinner or brunch. The DoubleTree Downtown Wilmington has 217 rooms and 17 event spaces, while the Hyatt Place Wilmington Riverfront has 114 rooms and 5 event spaces. Also consider how far your guests will travel and whether the hotel is near the ceremony site or the airport.

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