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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 CityLargest event spaceMax occupancyEvent spacesGuest roomsGuest 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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