HOTEL DU PONT

About us

Since 1913, HOTEL DU PONT has been the landmark destination for meetings and events in Wilmington, Delaware. This 12-story Italian Renaissance hotel features 217 guestrooms and suites, including newly debuted Signature Suites, reimagined Luxury Rooms, and refreshed Heritage Rooms, along with revitalized meeting spaces that blend historic grandeur with elevated modern comfort. Guests also enjoy enhanced in-room experiences with upgraded bedding and linens, modernized climate-control systems, refreshed textiles, and intuitive amenities designed to support comfort throughout multi-day programs. Perfectly positioned in the heart of the Mid-Atlantic, HOTEL DU PONT is easily accessible from major Northeast and Mid-Atlantic hubs, including New York City, Philadelphia, Baltimore, and Washington, DC. The hotel sits just 20 minutes from Philadelphia International Airport, eight blocks from the Amtrak station, and three blocks from I-95. With 25 distinct event spaces totaling more than 25,000 square feet, HOTEL DU PONT offers unmatched versatility for programs of any size—from executive board meetings to multi-day conferences and grand ballroom events. The expansive Conference Center is complemented by spaces designed specifically for legal groups, multiple breakout rooms, private dining rooms, and two historic ballrooms—the iconic Gold Ballroom and the stately Du Barry Ballroom—each providing an elegant backdrop for large general sessions or sophisticated social functions. Meeting rooms can be customized in a variety of configurations and planners benefit from an experienced on-site events team known for personalized service and detailed execution. The hotel offers comprehensive business and production support, including high-speed internet access, modern audiovisual capabilities and inventive catering to ensure seamless delivery of every event.