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Brandywine River Hotel

2.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops

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Free daily continental breakfast
Reception
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Located near Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops, the Brandywine River Hotel provides a charming getaway with continental breakfast each morning. Guests can unwind in the garden, work out in the 24-hour gym, and appreciate both the in-room WiFi and express check-out service.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Gym
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Honeymoon Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Honeymoon Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Hill view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Queen Accessible | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Queen Accessible

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Standard King | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Standard King

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Elite Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Elite Suite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Private indoor hot tub
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(35 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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King Fireside Jetted Tub Suite | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

King Fireside Jetted Tub Suite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Queen Fireside, single person jetted tub | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Queen Fireside, single person jetted tub

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Fireplace
Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room 2 Double Beds | 1 bedroom, desk, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(86 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout drapes/curtains
Hair dryer
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Cable channels
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

About the neighborhood

In the historical district, Brandywine River Hotel is in an area with good shopping. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Longwood Gardens and Nemours Mansion and Gardens, while Brandywine River Museum and Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library are cultural highlights. Don't miss out on a visit to Ice Works Skating Complex. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Guests love the hotel's location for the sightseeing.
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1609 Baltimore Pike, Chadds Ford, PA, 19317

What's nearby

  • Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Brandywine River Museum - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Brandywine Battlefield - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Longwood Gardens - 9 min drive - 5.7 miles
  • West Chester University of Pennsylvania - 14 min drive - 9.5 miles

Getting around

  • Media Elwyn Station - 16 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪P.J. Whelihan's Pub + Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Delco's Original Steaks & Hoagies - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Pub by Wegmans - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪El Gran Rodeo - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Brandywine River Hotel

Hotel near Brandywine River Museum
Located close to Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops, Brandywine River Hotel provides free continental breakfast, a garden, and a 24-hour gym. In addition to a conference center and a restaurant, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Express check-out, concierge services, and free newspapers
  • 3 meeting rooms, coffee/tea in the lobby, and secured bicycle storage
  • Guest reviews say great things the breakfast, helpful staff, and location
Room features
All guestrooms at Brandywine River Hotel offer perks such as air conditioning and bathrobes, as well as amenities like free WiFi. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with tubs or showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Heating, daily housekeeping, and desks

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/truck parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Free continental breakfast available daily 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym
  • Bicycle storage

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Wedding services

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms
  • Conference center (2,000 square feet of space)
  • Coworking space

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible public washroom

More

  • 1 building
  • 100% renewable energy
  • 2 floors
  • Annual offsets purchased for at least 10% of carbon footprint
  • At least 10% of profits reinvested in community and sustainability
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • Limited room service

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free local calls
  • Free long-distance calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 6:30 AM - 11:00 PM
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and smart lock details; front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), smart lock

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 25.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 25.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card 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 and cash
Property Registration Number 92-1243832

Property is also known as

Brandywine Hotel
Brandywine River Chadds Ford
Brandywine River Hotel
Brandywine River Hotel Chadds Ford
Brandywine River Hotel Hotel
Brandywine River Hotel Chadds Ford
Brandywine River Hotel Hotel Chadds Ford

Frequently asked questions

Is Brandywine River Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Brandywine River Hotel?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Brandywine River Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Brandywine River Hotel?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Brandywine River Hotel located?

Situated in the historical district, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Chadds Ford Village & Barn Shops and Brandywine River Museum. Longwood Gardens and Winterthur Museum, Garden and Library are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Brandywine River Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 630 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 266 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 21 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 12 out of 1000 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice inn-style hotel with a genuine gracious "old inn feel". Good value and pleasant hotel.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place to stay with ample amounts of restaurants and local sites to see nearby. Wonderful staff and great value.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

DARBI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful location, and fabulous staff!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the comfy beds! Area is very charming to walk around outside with little foot paths to cute shops next door.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful hotel! We loved everything.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Pleasant surroundings
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leo

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tory was fabulous! Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely small hotel minutes from Longwood Gardens. Room was so quiet and staff was gracious. Pillows a bit lacking but otherwise a great overnight stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dava

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely, small boutique type hotel. Excellent service and amenities. Cute shops nearby. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

william

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Amazing bargain in a wonderful setting
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the surrounding village shops, and rooms were very nice
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dian

Liked: Amenities
Property is very clean, quiet and the man at the front desk is very helpful and clear. The check in process was made easy.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Brenda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was wonderful and staff was amazing ! I just wish they had more option for breakfast but I will definitely would stay here again. Love the area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hospitality, taste, friendlyness, perfect in every way
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Very clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Charming area & building. It was quiet, peaceful & easy to get a good night's sleep. Staff (especially the gentleman on for the evening/night shift were pleasant & helpful. The bed was comfortable & the handicapped shower with a hand held shower hose excellent in my husband's opinion. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Charming old hotel within walking distance of a few good restaurants. Great location for visiting the Brandywine Museum of Art and Longwood Gardens. Standard cold breakfast buffet with limited seating if the hotel is full.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel, very quiet yet close to everything I wanted to do. Easy check-in and helpful staff! Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
clean, great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was very quaint and clean. Easy parking. Great location. Very nice staff. And the welcome cookie was a nice touch!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shanna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Adorable little historic spot with a cafe/bakery on property. Easy self-check-in. Clean, nice vibe. Breakfast options with a nice seating area.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property was clean and fixtures were up to date. Pleanty of Restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Julio

Good
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean. Rooms are nice. Lovely breakfast room. Nice accommodations for the price.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

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