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A gateway to Delta history

Marion sits along the Mississippi River just minutes from Memphis, offering travelers a quieter alternative base with deep historical significance. The city's most compelling story centers on the Sultana Disaster of 1865, when a steamboat explosion claimed nearly 1,200 lives in America's deadliest maritime tragedy. The Sultana Disaster Museum preserves this overlooked chapter of Civil War history, with plans for an expanded facility in the restored 1938 Marion School Auditorium-Gymnasium. Downtown's Crittenden County Courthouse anchors a historic district with buildings from the National Register.

Practical positioning for Memphis access

The city functions primarily as a residential community and logistics hub. Business travelers will find standard hotels along the I-55 corridor, providing straightforward access to Memphis International Airport 17 miles away. Local dining includes The Grill House for upscale steak and seafood, while the fall Esperanza Bonanza Festival showcases regional culture. A rental car proves essential, as public transit remains limited.

Exploring the broader region

Marion's location makes it an effective starting point for Delta exploration. Crowley's Ridge Parkway offers scenic drives through unique geological formations, while the Hampson Archeological Museum in nearby Wilson displays Native American artifacts. Memphis's music heritage sites and Little Rock's urban attractions both lie within comfortable driving distance.

Frequently Asked Questions about Marion

Can I book hotels in Marion with miles on Delta Stays?

Yes, you're welcome to use your Delta miles to book your Marion hotel stay, or if you prefer, you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. Simply log in to your SkyMiles® account, where you will also discover Member-only offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What are the benefits of booking my Marion hotel on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals reserved through Delta Stays. Plus, you will receive access to Member promotions at select properties, along with the option to complete payment using miles, cash, or a combination. To ensure you earn your miles, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash. Please allow up to 8 weeks after completing a stay for miles to appear in the SkyMiles account provided. Please also note that if you use miles to pay for any portion of your stay, you will not earn miles on that reservation, including any amount paid with cash.

Can I change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are fully refundable while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card grants you additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual credit of up to $200 on your statement applicable toward prepaid accommodation or vacation rental reservations made through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms and conditions. To gain a full understanding of your card's complete benefits package, we recommend visiting the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where detailed information about all your cardholder privileges is available for review.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays provides special promotions for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on accommodations reserved through their booking service. For the most current MQD earning opportunities and their associated requirements, we recommend visiting the dedicated Delta Stays MQD Offer page where you can review all available offers and their corresponding terms and conditions.

Do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member to book a hotel on Delta Stays?

While Delta Stays welcomes all travelers to use their hotel booking services, obtaining SkyMiles account unlocks additional benefits including mile-earning opportunities and access to Member-only rates and promotions. As a SkyMiles Member, you will receive 2 miles per $1 spent through Delta Cars and Stays (not including taxes and other charges). Joining the SkyMiles program is entirely free. Register today by going to the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive portfolio of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. Explore the variety of homes, condos, and unique accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit Marion?

To experience Marion during great weather, visit in May when temperatures are mild and pleasant, coinciding with the Esperanza Bonanza festival. For off-peak prices and hotel deals, consider winter months from December to February when temperatures are cooler and visitor numbers drop significantly.

Which hotels in Marion are located closest to Cypress View Golf & Recreation Club?

Rare bent grass fairways distinguish this challenging 18-hole course where strategic water hazards test your game across 6,766 yards of scenic Arkansas terrain. Popular hotels include Big Cypress Lodge which is a short drive away. ARRIVE Memphis is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Marion are located near Southern Bancorp Stadium?

Southern Bancorp Stadium comes alive on Friday nights when Marion High School football draws passionate crowds to this 6,000-seat venue, especially during homecoming season. Big Cypress Lodge is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another hotel is River Inn of Harbor Town and it is within a short drive.

Which hotels in Marion are located near Marion Sports Complex?

This local sports hub features baseball fields, a stocked fishing pond, and walking trails. Bring the family for a picnic or watch a tournament unfold. Big Cypress Lodge is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another top hotel is River Inn of Harbor Town and it is within a short drive.

*Terms and conditions:

Mileage Offer:

SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window on the base hotel rate for a completed hotel stay. Base hotel rate is the cost of the hotel room, before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking or upon checkout. Taxes and fees, gratuities, room service other booking charges, or any bookings which are paid or reduced by miles, redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit. For clarity, if miles are used as a form of payment (whether for all or a portion of the booking), no portion of the booking will be eligible to earn miles under this offer. Except with respect to the Hertz Mileage offer (listed below), SkyMiles Members will earn two (2) miles per eligible US$1 or equivalent foreign currency spent at https://carsandstays.delta.com/Cars on the base car rental rate for a completed car qualifying rental booking (“Qualifying Dollars”). A qualifying rental booking includes rentals at a participating location for one or more days at rates other than travel industry rates or discounts, wholesale of tour package rates or discounts, wholesale tour package rates, insurance/dealer replacement rates, corporate and government rates, group travel discounts, or rentals in conjunction with a frequent flyer car award, or other corporate agreements applicable to the respective car company. Calculation of the applicable standard mileage offer is listed below by car rental company. Qualifying Dollars include the base car rental rate, which is the cost of the car rental before taxes and fees, charged at the time of booking. Taxes, fees, other incidental charges, or other booking charges or any bookings which are paid or reduced by redemption vouchers or discount codes are excluded from mileage credit and are not included in the Qualifying Dollars.

This mileage offer does not apply to stays or car rentals booked through Delta Vacations or any cruises booked through Delta Cruises.

Standard mileage offer for car rentals booked at https://www.delta.com/Opens in a new window or https://carsandstays.delta.com/Opens in a new window:

Hertz Reservations:

• General SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Silver Medallions earn 5 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Gold Medallions earn 6 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Platinum Medallions earn 7 miles per Qualifying Dollar

• Diamond Medallions earn 8 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Dollar and Thrifty Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 4 miles per Qualifying Dollar

Alamo, Enterprise, National, Avis, Budget, Payless and SIXT Reservations:

• All SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per Qualifying Dollar