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Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, near University of Delaware

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Lobby
BBQ/picnic area
Property amenity
Exterior
1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated
Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area offers practical comforts for guests. The 24-hour gym keeps workouts consistent, the snack bar/deli provides easy meals, free in-room WiFi keeps everyone connected, and dry cleaning/laundry services save time. Attentive staff.

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Gym
  • Parking included
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi

Room options

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Showing 15 of 15 rooms

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1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Non Smoking

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing, Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Standard Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

8.2 out of 10
Very good
(21 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Room, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, Accessible, Non Smoking (Mobility, Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds OR 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, 1 Bedroom, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Suite, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Suite, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 1 Bedroom, Accessible, Non Smoking (Hearing)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking (Roll-In Shower)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Studio, Accessible, Non Smoking

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Twin Bed

View all photos for Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Fridge, microwave, stovetop, toaster

Studio Suite, 1 Queen Bed, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

View all photos for Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

1 bedroom, hypo-allergenic bedding, in-room safe, individually decorated

Room, 2 Queen Beds, Accessible, Non Smoking

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the neighborhood

Map
1101 S College Ave, Newark, DE, 19713

What's nearby

  • Bob Carpenter Center - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Fred Rust Ice Arena - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • University of Delaware - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • The Patriot Ice Center - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Christiana Mall - 8 min drive - 7.4 miles

Getting around

  • Newark Station - 8 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG

Hotel near University of Delaware
You can look forward to a grocery/convenience store, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a 24-hour gym at Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a 24-hour business center and a snack bar/deli.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • A front-desk safe, barbecue grills, and a vending machine
  • Coffee/tea in the lobby, an elevator, and a 24-hour front desk
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All 101 individually furnished rooms feature comforts such as air conditioning, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
Extra amenities include:
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding and rollaway/extra beds (surcharge)
  • Bathrooms with hair dryers
  • 39-inch flat-screen TVs with premium channels and DVD players
  • Kitchens, refrigerators, and microwaves

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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 24-hour gym

Family friendly

  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (weekly)

Business services

  • 24-hour business center

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Picnic area

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 accessible parking spaces
  • Elevator (68 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible gym
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (36 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking
  • Wheelchairs on site

More

  • 6 floors
  • Built in 2017
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 39-inch flat-screen TV with premium cable channels
  • DVD player

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Window screens

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of USD 75 per pet, per week
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total (up to 80 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Deposit: USD 25.00 per accommodation, per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: USD 75 per pet, per week
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.0 per day

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, 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
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

Property is also known as

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Candlewood Suites University Area Hotel
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Candlewood Suites Newark South University Area by IHG
Candlewood Suites Newark South University Area an IHG Hotel
Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG Hotel
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Frequently asked questions

Is Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 80 lbs per pet. There's a fee of USD 75 per pet, per week. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 6:00 AM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG located?

Situated in Newark, this hotel is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Bob Carpenter Center and 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from University of Delaware. Fred Rust Ice Arena and Iron Hill County Park are also within 2 mi (3 km). Newark Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area by IHG Reviews

8.4

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

8.6

Location

8.6

Staff & service

8.4

Eco-friendliness

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 292 out of 547 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 139 out of 547 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 54 out of 547 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 547 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 34 out of 547 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Franklin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel was very nice
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Front desk staff was amazing
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Pet friendly hotel. Central location for our needs. Two bothersome things though, an extremely noisy refrigerator in room #203. And a homeless family camped in the grassy area of the hotel parking lot. Reported to staff at checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

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

Great place to stay

Nice hotel. Clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Michele

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean and quiet but the room had a little bit of a musty smell.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

brandon

They was just doing construction which makes it look dirty
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Mirjam

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Check-in was seamless. Room clean but parking was a hassle. Some construction equipments took large sections of the parking lots.Location is good just right off I-95.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Ravi

Room is s
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Shawnte

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
There was a strong musty smell in the hall way. Perhaps the carpet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Rieman

Disliked: Staff & service
I reserved a room with 2 Queen beds. When I checked in they put me in a single queen bed…. I am very disappointed
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jesse

Disliked: Cleanliness
Horrible amount of bug all over linens and fabrics looked them up and they are ventricas mite. Was shown no respect from the woma the man otherwise was very respectul. We showed maintenence workers and maids who said rhey are in everywhere. Told staff immediately but management denied it all sais my fiance had head lice she was the cause. Almost snapped off some limbs and added to my collection. BEWARE!!!!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judson

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic Experience!!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronald

Liked: Amenities
Property was nice but the Red Roof inn next door had unsavory characters walking around. Did not feel safe for my teenage daughters
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suki

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
As always it is pleasure to stay there the staff are always welcoming and Michelle was very helpful by giving me some info regarding the membership program. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

allan

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

Newark

Excellent as usual. But fix the washing machines please! AND ADD BREAKFAST!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Will be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Jamey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
For what it was… it was fine. But for around $150 a night, my Safety Lock should not be ripped off the door and the door should close when I let it go.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location & clean room while visiting UD.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Room clean and well maintained
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean property.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
It was a great experience. Clean and the bed was comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice that there was a full size fridge and cooktop with dishes and pots and pans. We were able to cook our own breakfast, much nicer than most hotel breakfasts.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

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

How bout we stay away this weekend baby.

Dropped in for an overnight romp with the woman. Stayed here as a getaway without going away. As usual my performance was stellar; she concurred. This place is pretty fresh and clean. The check in excellent. Also if you by chance need a $5.00 Hot Pocket at 3am that pantry is clutch.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

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