Places to stay in Fort Altena, Delaware

Fort Christina (also called Fort Altena) was the first Swedish settlement in North America and the principal settlement of the New Sweden colony. Built in 1638 and named after Queen Christina of Sweden, it was located approximately 1 mi (1.6 km) east of the present-day downtown Wilmington, Delaware, at the confluence of the Brandywine River and the Christina River, approximately 2 mi (3 km) upstream from the mouth of the Christina on the Delaware River. Places to eat in the region include Sizzler Restaurants, Terra Café And Grille, Rodney Grille, and D & H West Indian Restaurant.

If you are travelling in the area, Fort Altena is located close to Wilmington Fire Department Headquarters, Wilmington Hospital, Chrome Run, Chichester Baptist Church and Lamokin Street Station.

The center of Fort Altena ( which is at is longitude -75°32'18.459 and latitude 39°44'13.639 ) is located 1 mile away from Wilmington, 6 miles away from New Castle and 7 miles away from Claymont.

Available Fort Altena lodging

We currently have 5 accommodations in and around Fort Altena.

Fort Altena Hotels, Motels, Resorts, B&Bs and Extended Stay

Photograph of Red Roof Inn & Suites, New Castle
Listing updated 2026
Hotels

Red Roof Inn & Suites

Approx 4 miles away in New Castle:

Red Roof Inn & Suites Wilmington - New Castle is 100% Smoke Free and one of the best budget hotels in New Castle, DE.
1612 North Dupont Hwy, BLDG A
New Castle, Delaware
Photograph of Homewood Suites, Wilmington
Listing updated 2026
Extended Stay / Suites

Homewood Suites

Approx 2 miles away in Wilmington:

The hotel is on the Christina River, steps from restaurants and less than 10 minutes from central Wilmington. Fortune 500 companies including Navient, Chemours, and Comcast are within three miles, via free local shuttle. Philadelphia International Airport is 20 miles away.
820 Justison Street
Wilmington, Delaware
Extended Stay / Suites

HomeTowne Studios

Approx 4 miles away in New Castle:

1612 North Dupont Hwy, BLDG B
New Castle, Delaware

Fort Altena Camping & RV, Cottages, Rentals and Lodges / Ranches

Campsite / RV Parks

Ywca

Approx 2 miles away in Wilmington:

233 King Street
Wilmington, Delaware
Campsite / RV Parks

Park Place Partners Illc

Approx 2 miles away in Wilmington:

8 Nebraska Road
Wilmington, Delaware
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Things to see and do, places to eat in Fort Altena

Photograph of Cafe Mezzanotte, Wilmington
Cafe Mezzanotte

Walter's Steakhouse ( Dining / Steak ). Located at 802 North Union St Ste 4, Wilmington, 3 miles from the center of Fort Altena. Walter's Steakhouse is synonymous with great beef in Wilmington & throughout the world. Serving the finest meat available guarantees the two things you want most in beef: flavor and tenderness. www.waltersteakhouse.com Link

Harry's Seafood Grill ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 101 South Market Street, Wilmington, 1 mile from the center of Fort Altena. Dating to 1988, Harry's food and service has become renowned, starting with the legendary Harry's Savoy Grill in North Wilmington, followed by our chic Harry's Seafood Grill on Wilmington's riverfront, and including the elegant Harry's Savoy Ballroom adjacent to Harry's Savoy Grill. Harry's is a promise of great good, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere. We're dedicated to offering our guests the finest hospitality experience and strive to exceed expectations every time. Harry's welcomes you. www.harrys-savoy.com Link

Cafe Mezzanotte ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 1007 North Orange Street, Wilmington, 1 mile from the center of Fort Altena. Cafe Mezzanotte is a restaurant found downtown Wilmington, DE. It combines excellent italian cuisine with a superb service which, combined with an extensive wine list, will provide you and your company an unforgettable Dining Event. www.cafemezzanotte.net Link

Madeline's Italian Restaurant ( Dining / Italian ). Located at 531 North Dupont Street, Wilmington, 2 miles from the center of Fort Altena. Madeline's is renowned for their Italian Wedding Soup and Lasagna, in-fact the Delaware News Journal has voted Madeline's the #1 Italian Restaurant in Delaware for these very reasons. www.madelinesitalianrestaurant.com Link

Deep Blue Bar & Grill ( Dining / Seafood ). Located at 111 West 11th Street, Wilmington, 1 mile from the center of Fort Altena. Come join us for traditional American cuisine on 11th Street in downtown Wilmington. We are across from Theatre N and one block before the Hotel du Pont. www.deepbluebarandgrill.com Link

Sizzler Restaurants ( Dining / Steak ). For over 50 years Sizzler has been serving great American meals, grilled to taste. Now we've made many of your favorites -- steak, seafood, ribs, chicken and salads -- even better with today's most popular flavors and seasonings. So come on by, and discover again why Sizzler is where America comes to eat. www.sizzler.com Link