The Gold Ballroom at Hotel du Pont Hosts Romantic Weddings    

Wedding venue - the Gold Ballroom

Located in downtown Wilmington, Delaware, Hotel du Pont is a historic getaway offering romantic wedding venues and gourmet dining. The hotel originally opened in 1913 and showcases European craftsmanship throughout the hotel.

Hotel du Pont offers many dining options, including the Four-Diamond AAA award Winning Green Room serving French cuisine in a grand setting. The more informal Grill offers cafeteria-style seating. Light snacks are served at Java Corner and at the hotel Bar.

Hotel du Pont offers a choice of venues for an elegant wedding, holiday party, shower and other celebrations. Hotel staff can help you plan the perfect event from start to finish. For lavish weddings, book the Gold Ballroom which features rich wood and the hand-crafted medallions of twenty famous women, from Helen of Troy to Cleopatra.

The nearby 1200-seat DuPont Theatre hosts Broadway shows. Rooms at Hotel du Pont start from $149 per night.


  1. Hotel du Pont exterior
      Hotel du Pont exterior
  2. Hotel du Pont dining
      Hotel du Pont dining
  3. Hotel du Pont gourmet food
      Hotel du Pont gourmet food
  4. Romantic Ballroom
      Romantic Ballroom
  5. Hotel du Pont suite
      Hotel du Pont suite
  6. Gourmet dish at the hotel restaurant
      Gourmet dish at the hotel restaurant
  7. Hotel du Pont lounge
      Hotel du Pont lounge
  8. Romantic dinner
      Romantic dinner
  9. Hotel du Pont Restaurant
      Hotel du Pont Restaurant
[Feature Photo: Courtesy of Hotel du Pont]