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A gateway to the Great Basin

Ely anchors Nevada's remote high desert as a former copper boomtown that's retained its authentic character while serving modern travelers heading to Great Basin National Park. The Nevada Northern Railway Museum operates as a National Historic Landmark where you can actually drive historic steam locomotives through the original 1906 rail yard—one of the most complete railroad complexes from that era still standing. Downtown's collection of over 20 murals transforms Aultman Street into an outdoor gallery documenting the mining heritage.

Dark skies and mountain access

The town sits at 6,400 feet elevation, positioning you an hour from Wheeler Peak and the ancient bristlecone pines of Great Basin National Park, where some of the darkest skies in the lower 48 states reveal thousands of stars on clear nights. Cave Lake State Park offers trout fishing and hiking just south of town, while the Ward Charcoal Ovens—six 30-foot beehive structures from 1876—provide striking photography opportunities. Business travelers will find modern amenities along Great Basin Boulevard, where newer hotels offer reliable connectivity.

Planning your visit

Ely requires a rental car, as the nearest commercial airports are in Salt Lake City or Las Vegas, both roughly 4 hours away. The Hotel Nevada anchors downtown with its 1929 character, though South Ely's modern properties better serve corporate needs. This isn't a quick stopover—Ely rewards those who appreciate preserved industrial history and use it as basecamp for exploring the surrounding basin and range country.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ely

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

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Ely hotel stay, or 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 Ely hotel on Delta Stays?

SkyMiles Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays, get access to Member offers at select properties, and can pay with miles, cash, or a combination of both. To ensure you earn miles when paying fully with cash, simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout. 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. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. Some rates are refundable, while others are non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation may affect the mileage credits 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 provides you with additional miles and valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 that you can apply toward prepaid hotels or vacation rentals when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms. For an overview of the advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit details.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. We encourage you to visit the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to check for the latest MQDs offers and review their specific terms and conditions.

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

No, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. As a Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection 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.

Which hotels have high ratings in Ely?

You will find 15 hotels in Ely to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Prospector Hotel & Gambling Hall has a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10, and features an indoor pool and a hot tub.

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

To experience Ely during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages 84°F and the skies are sunny with full access to Great Basin National Park. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during February when temperatures reach a cooler 32°F with significantly lower rates.

*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