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Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University

2.0 star property
Hotel near Bob Carpenter Center in Newark

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub
Sundeck
Vending machine
Sundeck
Lobby

Reviews

5.4 out of 10

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Business services
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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1119 S College Avenue, Newark, DE, 19713
  • Place, Iron Hill Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Bob Carpenter Center
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Fred Rust Ice Arena
    ‪2 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 2 Queen Beds, Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board

Deluxe Room, 1 King Bed, Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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2 Full Beds Suite Non Smoking

2 Full Beds Suite Non Smoking

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Newark

In suburbs.You'll find Bob Carpenter Center and University of Delaware within 3 miles (5 km) of this hotel. Kirkwood Soccer Complex is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) away.

What's nearby

  • Iron Hill Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Iron Hill County Park - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bob Carpenter Center - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Fred Rust Ice Arena - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Phillips Park - 3 min drive - 3.1 km

Getting around

  • Newark Station - 3 min drive
  • Philadelphia Intl. Airport (PHL) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wawa - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Tony's Bistro - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Farms - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University

Hotel near Bob Carpenter Center in Newark
WiFi is free in public spaces. Business amenities include a business center and 3 meeting rooms. Event space at this hotel measures 884 square feet (82 square meters) and includes a conference center. A vending machine, multilingual staff, and coffee/tea in a common area are also featured at Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University. Self parking is free.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Newark hotel.

  • 134 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • 884 sq ft of conference space
  • 82 sq m of conference space
  • Built in 1972
  • Conference center
  • Business facilities
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Staff is multilingual
  • Front-desk safe
  • Smoking in designated areas
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University offers 134 air-conditioned accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with premium cable channels. Refrigerators and microwaves are provided. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries.

This Newark hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include phones along with free local calls (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with premium cable channels

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Free local calls
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11:30 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: USD 25.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: USD 30.00
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
This property allows guests 18 or over to check in with valid military ID.

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Only dogs and cats are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 80 lbs per pet)
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Children 17 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 10.00 per night.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Cash deposit: USD 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: USD 15 per pet, per night (maximum USD 105 per stay)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: USD 25.00 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: USD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 10.00 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Discover.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Daily housekeeping is included for stays of 6 nights or less. Limited housekeeping is provided for stays of 7 nights or more.
Pets must be declared at check-in. Guests bringing 1 pet will not be charged pet fees. The listed pet fee in the Fees section applies only if guests bring 2 or more pets. Pets must be leashed in public areas of the property. Guests are expected to clean up after their pet.

We should mention

  • Children 17 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Red Roof Inn Newark
Red Roof Inn Newark University
Red Roof Inn Newark University Hotel
Red Roof Inn University Hotel
Red Roof Inn University Hotel Newark
Red Roof Inn University
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University Hotel
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University Newark
Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University Hotel Newark

Red Roof Inn & Suites Newark - University Reviews

Reviews

5.4
Rating 10 - Excellent. 194 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 154 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 155 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 148 out of 1012 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 361 out of 1012 reviews

5.0/10

Cleanliness

6.4/10

Staff & service

4.8/10

Amenities

4.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

5.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Maurice

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property definitely needs to bomb for bugs they have roaches. The sheets and towels aren’t cleaned properly.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

4/10 Poor

Stephanie

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waynisha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Waynisha

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Charolette

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Vincent

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
It was a little nicer than expected (especially since the carpeting was replaced with a vinyl wood floor). It was clean, but various things were broken. The bathroom door didn’t close or lock. The bathroom fan wasn’t working. The remote needed batteries. The front desk staff were helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Patrick

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place is a homeless shelter
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Heather

Travelled with family
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had to get my cards reprogrammed several times, as they would only work no more than once each time. Or I had to have my family come to the door to let me in. I also tried to iron my shirt -- the ironing board was broken and the iron left rust stains on my white shirt. The property and room s were poorly maintained. Will never stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice staff clean rooms
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Tina

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Don’t stay here.

The place is absolutely filthy. Shower leaked onto the floor. The sink dripped toilet barely flushed no hairdryer, dead bug in the room always very dark and carpets with filthy garbage on the property places like a homeless shelter. also people living there in the parking lot in their cars.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Adriana

Travelled with family and small children
Disliked: Amenities
Bathroom fixtures all broken - so dangerous if you have kids or fall in the bathroom. Even to flush the toilet you could get a bad cut
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Annemarie

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Place was a dump everytime I tried to get in my room the key didn’t work I fell walking in building the step was all beat up the room smelled like smoke the room locks didn’t work I used hangers to lock They cleaned my room or gave me new towels. The chain lock didn’t lock the sliding glass door did not latch a stick was there to hold the door closed . Shower was gross and sink was all stained
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Salvatore

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
hotel is unsafe and unsanitary. The room I stayed in has paint peeling off the walls. Truly disgusting, I checked out the same day I checked in. I called the general manager and left a message but never received a call back. I want a full refund for my stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julio

Stay price good very close to the campus
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Laura

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This hotel is just a dump. Aging infrastructure is one thing, but combine that with dirty, stained, broken, terrible odors … in the hall. The parking lot felt dangerous at night. Front desk staff nice enough, had to get our key reactivated at least twice so some interaction there. For the jacked up prices for UD parents weekend I’d rather camp next time. It was that bad.
Exterior entrance
Hallway window
Carpeting in the hallways
Wall in our room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

Keshalu

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We had to ask to change rooms twice but the smell and bathrooms were in the same horrible condition so we had to leave. It’s was hard to breathe. Also other guest with pets had 2 dogs that they never cleaned up after.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Emily

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The reason this isn’t a one star review is because the bed was actually comfortable. Other than that, this place is a dump. It was parents weekend at my daughter’s college so this was really the only place that had any openings. If given the choice, I would not stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

carolyn m

Disliked: Amenities
Room smelt like cigarettes ,mold and weed ,cigarette holes in sheets , hair in sink and run down furniture walls were discolored and mold was in ceiling, terrible place I will never waste 225 dollars again at this place ! So unhappy I couldn’t sleep we left early at 5am it was gross
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

brett

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The entire place smelled pretty awful. The front desk was nice and the bed was super comfortable. Bugs in the bathroom weren't particularly expected and didn't really want to scatter!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

2/10 Terrible

shanice

Business traveller
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was infested with roaches, bathroom had water leaking from pipes. unsafe environment.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Taishia

The room smelled musty and the toilet kept running.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Allan

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Dissapointed even for a red roof

When I rated this hotel it was not based on other chains. It got a low grade compared to other red roof inns I have stayed in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

2/10 Terrible

Melesha

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025