The Quoin Hotel

Character abounds in The Quoin Hotel’s rooms and suites, with herringbone wood floors, printed wallpaper, and plenty of natural light from either floor-to-ceiling or historic arched windows. Expect luxury touches like Aēsop bath amenities, Lavazza espresso machines, gourmet minibars, and Belino fine linens.

The Quoin Restaurant & Bar explores the fresh, Mediterranean flavors of southern France and northern Italy with seasonal dining available in the leafy courtyard. Head to the roof to sample a craft cocktail at the Quoin Rooftop or descend below ground to try a specialty drink in the historic atmosphere at Simmer Down, the historic building’s former “Money Room” where furs and gold bars were once stored.

Head to the penthouse to work out with free weights and workout machines at the fitness center. Spend a leisurely day at the nearby Nemours Estate, the oldest formal French garden in the United States, or pack a picnic and visit the 178-acre Brandywine Park. Walk along the Wilmington Riverwalk, a scenic 1.3-mile stretch that follows the Christina River.

Wilmington is a relatively small city laid out on a grid, making it easy to explore by foot or by bike. View the Wilmington skyline on a boat cruise along the Christina River. Explore Brandywine Park, one of the earliest public green spaces in the country. Catch a performance at the Grand Opera House, a piece of Wilmington history constructed in 1871.