First State Inn

Motel with free parking, near Dover Downs Casino

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Dates

October 2025

November 2025

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, towels

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Laptop workspace, free WiFi

Overview
Rooms
Location
Policies

Good

Popular amenities

Housekeeping
Air conditioning
24/7 front desk
Parking included
Free WiFi

Explore the area

1760 N Dupont Hwy, Dover, DE, 19901

Place, Delaware State University
‪19 min walk‬
Place, Dover Downs Casino
‪3 min drive‬
Place, Dover International Speedway
‪7 min drive‬
Airport, Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal)
‪126 min drive‬

Room options

Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

Very good

Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Double Room

Sleeps 4
2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Dover

First State Inn places you within a short walk of Dover Mall and within a mile (2 km) of Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center. This 26-room motel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and a 24-hour front desk.

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What's nearby

Delaware State University - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
Dover Mall - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Dover Downs Casino - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
Firefly Music Festival - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
Dover International Speedway - 7 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal) - 103 min drive

Restaurants

‪Wawa - ‬11 min walk
‪Chick-fil-A - ‬12 min walk
‪Panda Express - ‬2 min drive
‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
‪DQ Grill & Chill - ‬3 min drive

About this property

First State Inn

Motel with free parking, near Dover Downs Casino

If you drive, take advantage of free parking. The 24-hour front desk has staff always at the ready.

Guests can expect free WiFi and flat-screen TVs.

Similar properties

Standard Room, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Bathtub | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Breakfast included
Parking included
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

$100 nightly

Oct 5 - Oct 6

Total with taxes and fees

Property amenities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

Free self parking on site

Conveniences

24-hour front desk

Guest services

Housekeeping (daily)

Accessibility

No elevator

Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bathroom

Shower/bathtub combination
Towels provided

Entertainment

Flat-screen TV

Air conditioning
Heating
Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

This property doesn't allow pets

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

Deposit: USD 40 per person, per day

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

Check-in: 2:00 PM—-anytime
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

There are no elevators.

Property is also known as

First State Inn Motel

First State Inn Dover

First State Inn Motel Dover

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at First State Inn?

First State Inn provides free cancellation on certain room rates. If you'd like to learn more, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around First State Inn?

This motel is located in Dover, a short 15-minute walk from Dover Mall and also 16 minutes on foot from Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center. You'll also find Dover Downs Casino and Dover International Speedway within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at First State Inn?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel.

Does First State Inn have a casino at the property?

No, First State Inn doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at First State Inn?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

Does First State Inn have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this motel.

Does First State Inn have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, First State Inn doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does First State Inn allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at First State Inn.

Are there connecting rooms at First State Inn?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from First State Inn?

The closest major airport to First State Inn is Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal), which is about 28.4 mi away.

Can I book a room with a balcony at First State Inn?

No, at First State Inn, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

First State Inn Reviews

7.6

Good

7.6/10

Cleanliness

7.4/10

Staff & service

6.2/10

Amenities

7.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

4/10 Poor

Devon

Business traveler

Apr 7, 2025

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities

The service was okay for what it is, but the cable didn't work, the bed was hard, and I wasn't provided a wifi code. Not a big deal, but it's definitely a "stay here if money is tight" kind of place.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louis

Apr 2, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

dewey

Business traveler

Apr 1, 2025

Liked: Property conditions & facilities

Disliked: Room comfort

A smoking room was incorrectly booked and when I asked about non-smoking I was told it would cost more than paid on reservation. Room was on highway and nosiy and very nosiy occupans of room on 2nd floor. Temperature control not working - not responding to changes.

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Louis

Traveled with partner

Mar 26, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

It seems like they are charging twice for taxes and fees. Before and after. It's says included

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Mar 24, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Mar 12, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Dawn

Business traveler

Mar 11, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Paper thin walls kids on the top level running and you could hear everything

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Caroline

Mar 7, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Feb 20, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Shauntae

Feb 12, 2025

Liked: Staff & service

The staff is very friendly and helpful.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Traveled with partner

Feb 5, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Non smoking room with big bathroom 👍

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Feb 4, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lonnie

Feb 1, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Goo

Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tashiane

Jan 27, 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Jan 20, 2025

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Jan 7, 2025

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Dec 24, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Dec 23, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rosa

Dec 17, 2024

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

louis

Dec 3, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Jennifer

Traveled with partner

Nov 30, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities

Manager & housekeeping was pleasant. My only complaint is that there was no room on 1st floor available. No elevator. Bed was very comfortable but pillows were flat. Microwave and mini refrigerator worked well.

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Nov 27, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Home away from home.

My stay was satisfactory, I only needed a place to lay down and wash and for the price I couldn’t beat it, check in is always fast and convenient.

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kyla

Nov 17, 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very pleased

We reallyenjoyed staying here. It was very quiet considering being on a main strip. Was very clean and just what we needed after our long drive. We will definitely make this our go to when we travel that way again

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024