Weekend Getaways in Delaware

1. Rehoboth Beach, Delaware - The Bellmoor Inn & Spa

The Bellmoor Inn & Spa is an elegant beach resort in the heart of Rehoboth Beach just two blocks from the boardwalk. The Bellmoor’s spacious, luxurious rooms capture the feel of a bed & breakfast while providing exquisite boutique hotel amenities.

Stay in a deluxe guest room with a garden view or splurge on the Dagsworthy & Dickinson Suite, a 710-square-foot room with its own fireplace and balcony and access to the exclusive Bellmoor Club. The on-site spa offers luxurious treatments, and guests can enjoy the pool, serene terrace and gardens as they experience a relaxing facial, body scrub or wrap.

Address: 6 Christian Street, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Phone: 302-227-5800

2. Hotel Du Pont

Situated at Market and 11th Street, Hotel du Pont is a hotel full of stories in downtown Wilmington and offers local flair, chic style, and approachable luxury in the picturesque Brandywine Valley of Delaware.

The hotel has been reimagined for the next travel generation, inspired by its tradition of excellent service, vibrant personality, and beautiful architecture.

Hotel Du Pont offers more than 200 guest rooms and suites featuring a variety of amenities, such as soaking tubs, an on-site salon and spa, modern fitness center, and the Le Cavalier brasserie.

Address: 42 W. 11th St, Wilmington, DE 19801, 302-594-3100

3. Addy Sea

The Historic Addy Sea and Guest House is located along Bethany Beach’s beautiful coastline and consists of a dozen guest rooms, a spacious wrap-around veranda for relaxing and listening to the waves, a dining room, and a parlor to read a good book.

The Guest House contains four guest rooms with a coastal theme and access to a private sundeck and oceanfront great room. Each of the twelve guest rooms at the adults-only inn include a private bath, bathroom amenities, Wi-Fi, beach towels, and beach chairs. Guests also receive breakfast, a light lunch during the summer, and afternoon tea.

99 Ocean View Parkway, Bethany Beach, DE 19930, 302-539-3707

4. Lewes, Delaware - Hotel Rodney

The charming Hotel Rodney is an exquisite historical boutique property located in Lewes perfect for couples.

Built in 1926, the Hotel Rodney is in the downtown district near shops, antiques, restaurants and spas and is only a ten-minute drive from Rehoboth Beach. The Hotel Rodney has 20 rooms and 4 suites which have been completely renovated and filled with restored antiques to capture the building’s timeless character. Updates to the hotel include hardwood floors, marble tile in the bathrooms, and such modern conveniences as wifi, flat screen TVs and iPod clock radios.

You can exercise at the on-site fitness center or borrow one of the hotel’s bicycles for an excursion. The Rose & Crown Restaurant is accessible from the hotel and serves brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails. Look for cheap deals in the off season! Address: 142 Second Street, Lewes, DE 19958, Phone: 302-645-6466

Zwaanendael Museum is a must-see on your getaway, especially its beautiful park.

The first European settlement in the state of Delaware was called Zwaanendael. It was a short-lived colony established in 1631 by the Dutch. The site of this original settlement later became the town of Lewes. The Zwaanendael Museum in Lewes was established on the occasion of the 300th anniversary of this first settlement. The museum is modeled after the State House in Hoom, The Netherlands. The building features many elements from 17th century Dutch architecture. The exhibits inside the museum tell the story of the history of Sussex County. Exhibit topics include shipwrecks, lighthouses, the bombardment of the town of Lewes in the War of 1812, the ever-shifting Delaware coastline and other aspects of local history and culture.

Address: 102 Kings Highway, Lewes, DE 19958, 302-645-1148

5. Hotel Rehoboth

Hotel Rehoboth is a boutique hotel perfect for a fun-filled beach escape. Located in the heart of Rehoboth Beach, this luxury property features such elegant touches as a baby grand piano playing in the lobby and nightly turn-down service.

Each of the hotel’s exquisite and peaceful 52 rooms has gorgeous views, and many of the suites have private terraces.

The Hotel Rehoboth provides a daily deluxe continental breakfast for guests.

Lupo Italian Kitchen, the on-site restaurant, serves classic coastal Italian cuisine, and guests can dine in or order room service. Cleo’s Boutique and Mod’s Cottage offer shopping on the property, and Hotel Rehoboth provides a complimentary open-air shuttle, towels and chairs for guests to use at the nearby beach.

Address: 247 Rehoboth Ave., Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Phone: 877-247-7346

If you are vacationing with kids, head to Funland, a beachside amusement park and arcade located along the boardwalk in Rehoboth Beach. The seasonal park has a variety of attractions (video) for children and thrill rides for older visitors.

The park has twenty rides with something for each member of the family. There are classic rides such as a carousel as well as more adrenaline-pumping, modern rides such as Freefall and Superflip 360.

There are six rides that the park considers “major rides” and are appropriate for older guests while 14 of their rides are designed for younger visitors. There are a number of midway games for both kids and adults as well including a Duck Pond and Skeeball. They have a great arcade that still issues paper tickets instead of points on a card, preserving the nostalgia of arcades of yesteryear. Address: 6 Delaware Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, 302-227-1921

6. The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel, Delaware

Located on the oceanfront in Rehoboth, The Boardwalk Plaza Hotel provides a memorable experience. You can balance your time between exploring the beach and boardwalk, shopping, and enjoying the ambience of the hotel.

The Boardwalk Plaza is furnished with authentic and reproduction Victorian antiques and equipped with modern conveniences such as whirlpool bathtubs and ultra-fast T1 Internet access in its ocean-view guestrooms. Be sure to check out the concierge level, which provides extra comforts such as a private deck, breakfast, and turn-down service.

Moving through the hotel is a pleasure in the glass-enclosed, wheelchair-accessible ocean-view elevator. With a view of the Atlantic Ocean, on-site restaurant Victoria’s provides an excellent dining experience as well as room service for hotel guests.

2 Olive Ave & the Boardwalk, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Phone: 302-227-7169

Visit the nearby Delaware Seashore State Park which has 6 miles of shoreline on the ocean and offers swimming in two swimming areas and plenty of beach area for sunbathing and playing in the sand.

There are bathhouses near each swim area and lifeguards patrol the beaches during the summer. Vendors offer concessions and rentals of chairs, umbrellas and other objects for enjoying the beach. Other popular activities are fishing, boating, riding four-wheel vehicles on the dunes, surf fishing, windsurfing and sailing. Some areas allow crabbing and clamming.

There are also picnic pavilions, nature trails and campsites.

7. The Bay Resort Motel, Delaware

The Bay Resort Motel, located in Dewey Beach, is a waterfront property specializing in extended stays. Spend your evening watching a vibrant sunset in the private bay.

The Bay Resort Motel is a non-smoking motel with 67 double and king size efficiencies with bay or swimming pool views. The resort includes free Wi-Fi, accessible throughout the property.

Most rooms include well-equipped kitchenettes, providing the option of preparing meals in rather than eating out.

The free cable includes complimentary HBO and Disney channels. Make your family vacation memories splashing at the pool, swimming in the private cove in Rehoboth Bay, or go fishing and crabbing from the 250-foot private pier - all part of the Bay Resort Motel. The shops, restaurants and entertainment in Dewey are only a short walk away. If you are looking for affordable places to stay in DE, the Bay Resort Motel is hard to beat.

126 Bellevue Street, Dewey Beach, DE 19971, Phone: 302-227-6400, The Bay Resort Motel Video

8. The Rehoboth Guest House

The Rehoboth Guest House is an adults-only, Victorian-style bed & breakfast in the beach getaway town of Rehoboth. Intentionally designed to promote a social and festive atmosphere, The Rehoboth Guest House has fourteen charming rooms, ten with private bathrooms and the remaining four sharing two and a half bathrooms.

Outdoor common areas include the front porch, back yard and sun decks. The indoor living room is a great place to socialize, watch TV or play games. Fresh continental breakfast is prepared each morning and served at the cozy dining table. Through their outstanding, caring customer service, the innkeepers create a comfortable and homey atmosphere guests will not want to leave.

40 Maryland Avenue, Rehoboth Beach, DE 19971, Phone: 800-564-0493

9. Hotel Blue

Located on the canal in the Lewes Historic District, the luxurious Hotel Blue is the perfect getaway, offering a relaxed, peaceful experience near the beach.

The Hotel Blue accommodates registered guests over the age of 18. No two of the hotel’s guest rooms are the same, and the unique rooms include fireplaces and may include balconies. The 730-square-foot Premium One bedroom suite provides guests with incredible views of the sunrise.

From the comfortably-furnished sitting area to the rooftop pool and lounge, Hotel Blue has no shortage of relaxing settings. The hotel also provides an on-site fitness center for guests’ convenience. Rooms start at $99 per night.

110 Anglers Road, Lewes, DE 19958, Phone: 302-645-4880

10. The Inn at Canal Square

Overlooking the waterfront, The Inn at Canal Square is an appealing seaside escape in historic Lewes. The Nantucket-style design and decor compliment the relaxed, romantic ambience of the hotel, while guests will appreciate the close proximity to eclectic shops, restaurants, bay and ocean beaches, and Canal Front Park.

The Inn at Canal Square offers 22 large rooms and three two-bedroom suites. A stay includes complimentary unlimited high-speed internet access and use of the guest fitness center. Each spacious room comes with a robe, mini-refrigerator, TV with HBO, and individual heat and air conditioning. Each morning, the Inn serves a delicious, fresh European breakfast including fruits, homemade pastries and cheeses. A variety of escape packages are available, from a romantic weekend at the beach to biking, golfing and whale-watching adventures. Rooms start at $235 per night.

122 Market Street, Lewes, DE 19958, Phone: 888-644-1911