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Make the Most of Your Waukegan Stay

A lakefront city with literary roots

Waukegan sits along Lake Michigan's western shore, where the restored 1927 Genesee Theatre anchors a downtown experiencing genuine cultural renewal. This is the city Ray Bradbury fictionalized as "Green Town" in his novels, and his literary legacy remains visible throughout the historic districts. The Genesee's Spanish Renaissance interiors host headline concerts and Broadway productions. Monthly ArtWauk events transform downtown galleries into evening destinations, while the Carnegie Library building now houses the city's history museum and Bradbury's personal book collection.

Harbor access and regional connections

The mile-long municipal beach preserves natural dunes, while the adjacent marina accommodates 1,000 slips. The American Place Casino brings upscale dining like North Shore Steaks and Seafood to the western district. Direct Metra rail service connects you to downtown Chicago in just over an hour, making Waukegan a practical base for exploring the region while avoiding urban congestion.

Strategic positioning

Corporate travelers benefit from Waukegan National Airport's private aircraft facilities and the city's position between O'Hare and Milwaukee airports. Day trips extend easily to Ravinia Festival, Illinois Beach State Park, or Chicago's museums and dining scene.

Frequently Asked Questions about Waukegan

Can I use my miles on Delta Stays to book hotels in Waukegan?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Waukegan using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. When you log in to your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will also discover Member offers at select properties that could enhance your travel experience.

What is the benefit of booking my Waukegan hotel directly on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. 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.

Is it possible to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies vary by property. 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. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can I use my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card to book?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you enjoy the advantage of earning additional miles alongside numerous valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms. If you would like to explore all the benefits available with your card, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page for complete details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Delta Stays occasionally offers valued promotions allowing SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars when booking accommodations through their platform. Be sure to check out the latest MQDs offers and terms at the Delta Stays MQD Offer page.

Do I need to have a Delta SkyMiles account to book hotels on Delta Stays?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Register today by going to the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, Delta Stays extends beyond conventional hotel offerings to include a wide selection of vacation rentals for your travel accommodations. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and distinctive accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

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

To experience Waukegan during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages 75°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rainfall. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures reach a moderate 50°F with mostly cloudy skies and slightly lower visitor numbers.

What hotels in Waukegan are located near The Temporary by American Place?

This Vegas-style gaming venue operates from a striking 75,000-square-foot tent structure featuring 1,000 slots, 50 table games, and a lakeside-inspired bar with a six-canoe chandelier overhead. Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another hotel is Hyatt Regency Deerfield and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Waukegan are near American Place Casino?

Illinois' newest casino surprises with canoe chandeliers and lake-themed design inside a sophisticated tent structure, featuring Circa Sportsbook's first location outside Vegas. Chicago Marriott Suites Deerfield is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Hyatt Regency Deerfield is another well-reviewed hotel 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