The Elkton center point is approximately 5 miles west of Iron Hill Museum and 6 miles southwest of Newark Amtrak Station.
The best time to visit Elkton if you want to comfortably experience the area's many lakes, rivers, and parks is from late April to late June. It can still get warm during this time, with highs occasionally climbing into the high 70s and 80s. Average temperatures are moderate during this period, however, and you'll miss the much hotter mid- and late-summer months. This will also help you avoid the peak influx of tourists through the area, which starts in July. Most travelers are just passing through heading north to New York or south to one of the East Coast's beaches.
Fall is an excellent time to visit the region as well. Though the weather will start getting cooler, you'll avoid the frigid temperatures of winter. It will also still be pleasant enough to plan some time outdoors. The average daily fall temperatures (September through November) for Elkton range between 50 and 85 degrees. This is an ideal time of year to explore the Maryland and Delaware countryside, which comes to life with brilliant colors as the leaves change for the season. You'll find plenty of nearby spots in Delaware and Maryland that are perfect for viewing the stunning fall foliage.
If you're looking for ways to save on your vacation, make a reservation at one of the accommodations in the area offering discounts. Senior citizens, AAA members, and military and government personnel can take advantage of these lower rates, and many hotels offer additional savings if you're booking several rooms with a large group.
Elkton Knights Inn is a 2-star hotel that offers an AAA discount on top of already affordable rates. The hotel provides excellent amenities for the price, including free Wi-Fi, free breakfast, an outdoor pool, and kitchens and wet bars in some rooms. This location also allows pets.
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark University, 5.38 miles northeast of Elkton, has a senior discount. This pet-friendly location also offers a range of fantastic amenities, including a hot tub and outdoor pool, kitchens in some rooms, and free breakfast and Wi-Fi. Days Inn Elkton Newark Area, mentioned above, offers a senior discount as well.
Former and current government and military personnel can save by booking a room at Baymont Inn & Suites Newark at University of Delaware. This establishment is across the street from Delaware Stadium and nearby Rittenhouse Park. Rooms have flat-screen TVs, microwaves, minifridges, and coffeemakers. Upgrade to a suite to add a living area with a pullout sofa. Complimentary services include Wi-Fi access and a continental breakfast.
Travelers can find the right balance of affordability and luxury by booking a room at one of the value options in Elkton. A short drive up Route 40 you'll find Best Western Plus Newark/Christiana Inn. This 3-star hotel is cheaper than many in the area and has a generous number of amenities, including laundry services, a fitness center, a heated indoor pool, and a hot tub. Wi-Fi and breakfast are free, and this is a pet-friendly hotel. Guests who upgrade their rooms have access to private fireplaces.
Back toward Newark, Candlewood Suites Newark South - University Area is a good choice if you're looking for value. This is partly because each room has its own spacious kitchen. You can save by cooking your own meals and reserve your budget for adventures up and down adjacent I-95. A gym and laundry facilities are on-site, and all rooms have free Wi-Fi and free flat-screen TVs. If you feel like staying in, borrow a DVD from the front desk to keep entertained.
Elkton is an ideal location if you want to visit the nearby lakes and rivers. But the town also makes trips to big cities on the East Coast and other points of interest very easy.
Philadelphia is just an hour drive from Elkton. Make the short trip for a day of incredible food and sightseeing at nationally-acclaimed attractions such as the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall. If you head the other way down I-95, you can reach Baltimore from Elkton also in about one hour. This Maryland metropolis has the National Aquarium and Port Discovery, and you can visit Fort McHenry — the location that inspired the words of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”
If you prefer to stay closer to Elkton, you'll find many fun things to do in nearby Newark. This Delaware city is just 15 minutes away. Popular spots to visit include White Clay Creek State Park, White Clay Creek Preserve, and Glasgow Park Trail. The University of Delaware Botanic Gardens are gorgeous and within walking distance of the many hotels mentioned above.
You can have a thrilling afternoon even closer to Elkton with a trip to Fair Hill Horse Racing Track. This attraction is in the downtown area and hosts horse races for the 2018 season starting May 1.
Though many people only book a hotel in Elkton as a stop along the way to Baltimore or New York, the town has lots of charm and plenty of opportunities to get out and enjoy some fresh air. Plus, with so many quality hotel options available across a range of price points, you can find lodging that perfectly meets your travel budget.
Below are reviews of the city of Elkton, MD from an actual visitor's perspective.
bien sitée
Nice downtown.
Magnolia Farms
We stay Elkton two times a year for dinner at the Blue Crab Restaurant which is awesome!
You can walk to Dunkin Donuts rom hotel!
Nice hotel and ease of getting around.
Nice town.