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Avg. for September
Nightly prices at First State Inn average US$76 in the cheapest month (July) and US$88 in the most expensive month (May), based on the last 12 months.
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| January | US$82 |
| February | US$82 |
| March | US$80 |
| April | US$80 |
| May | US$88 |
| June | US$77 |
| July | US$76 |
| August | US$78 |
| September | US$84 |
| October | US$83 |
| November | US$84 |
| December | US$84 |
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Most expensive: May (~US$88)
Cheapest: July (~US$76)
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 air-conditioned rooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Bathrooms with shower/tub combinations are provided.
Location
With a stay at First State Inn in Dover, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Dover International Speedway and Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center. This motel is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Dover Commons Shopping Center and 1.3 mi (2 km) from Dover Mall.
What's nearby
Dover Mall(0.8 Miles)
Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center(0.8 Miles)
Dover Commons Shopping Center(1.1 Miles)
Pedestrian Mall(1.2 Miles)
Memorial Hall Gymnasium(1.3 Miles)
Delaware State University(1.4 Miles)
North Dover Shopping Center(1.6 Miles)
Dover Downs Casino(1.7 Miles)
Fork Branch Nature Preserve(1.8 Miles)
Dover International Speedway(1.8 Miles)
Delaware Agricultural Museum and Village(2 Miles)
Richardson Park(2.6 Miles)
Air Mobility Command Museum(2.7 Miles)
Williams Park(2.8 Miles)
The Centre at Dover Shopping Center(2.9 Miles)
Millville, NJ (MIV-Millville Municipal)(82.1 Miles)
Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL)(64.8 Miles)
Philadelphia, PA (PNE-Northeast Philadelphia)(87 Miles)
Trenton–Mercer Airport (TTN)(106.3 Miles)
Parking
Free wi-fi
Free parking
24-Hour Front Desk
Parking Onsite
Dover Mall (0.8 Miles)
Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center (0.8 Miles)
Dover Commons Shopping Center (1.1 Miles)
Pedestrian Mall (1.2 Miles)
Memorial Hall Gymnasium (1.3 Miles)
Delaware State University (1.4 Miles)
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Based on 326 verified reviews
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Reviews of First State Inn describe a no-frills, budget motel with mixed experiences: many guests appreciate clean rooms, working A/C, and friendly staff, while recurring complaints note cigarette smells, dated interiors, thin walls, and traffic noise.
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What guests think
Reviews of First State Inn describe a no-frills, budget motel with mixed experiences: many guests appreciate clean rooms, working A/C, and friendly staff, while recurring complaints note cigarette smells, dated interiors, thin walls, and traffic noise.
Several reviewers mention hard mattresses and inconsistent Wi-Fi or TV quality. Location is convenient to food and shops along Route 13, but some report safety concerns and late-night noise. Overall, expect basic, affordable lodging best for short, no-frills stays.
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Facilities
Not enough information in reviews.
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26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Stayed 2 nights
Darnell
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Justin
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
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Cleanliness
Many guests find rooms very clean, but multiple reviews cite housekeeping misses and maintenance issues like stained linens, odors, and occasional mold.
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Stella
31 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,336 nights
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1 Apr 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
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17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Tim
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Justin
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Rhonda
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William
2 May 2023
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Mostafa
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Daniel
19 Aug 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
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Rooms
Rooms are basic and dated, with recurring noise complaints from thin walls and nearby traffic; beds are often firm, and Wi-Fi/TV quality is inconsistent.
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Mark
15 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Matt
13 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Denis
13 Nov 2022
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Stayed 1 night
sue
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
ROBIN
23 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Devon
7 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Dawn
11 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Steven
27 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Dan
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Anthony
6 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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Service
Several reviewers praise friendly, accommodating staff and quick check in, though others report communication difficulties and inconsistent customer service.
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Stella
31 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,336 nights
Charles
18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Serge
22 May 2023
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Chelsha
31 Oct 2024
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sue
8 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Shauntae
12 Feb 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Jennifer
30 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Deandre
10 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Linda
8 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Kevin
27 Nov 2024
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Location
Convenient for food and shopping along Route 13, but some guests note traffic noise and occasional safety concerns around the property.
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Mark
15 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Beverly
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Kyla
17 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Vicky
16 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Candice
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Tim
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Jahmeelo
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Justin
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Steven
27 May 2023
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Stayed 1 night
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Dining
No on site breakfast or coffee mentioned in reviews, but there are fast food and restaurants nearby, including McDonald’s.
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Beverly
26 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stella
31 Dec 2022
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Stayed 19,336 nights
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18 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Joseph
19 Jun 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Candice
28 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Stella
27 Feb 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Jahmeelo
4 Jun 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Justin
11 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Andrew
8 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Mostafa
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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Susan
27 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
April
3 Jun 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Michael
1 Apr 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Devin
25 Mar 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Dan
9 Nov 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Yes, free self parking is available on-site.
Check-in is from 14:00 until 23:59, and check-out is at 11:00. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, subject to availability and possible additional charges.
The property is located within a 5-minute drive of Dover International Speedway and Delaware State Police Museum and Education Center. It is approximately 1.2 miles from Dover Mall and 1.3 miles from Dover Commons Shopping Center.
Children are allowed at the property, but specific policies regarding age and fees are not provided.
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24-Hour Front Desk
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Services
24-Hour Front Desk
Internet
Free wi-fi