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Cultural gateway to Southern Illinois

Carbondale anchors the region as both a university town and primary access point to Shawnee National Forest's massive sandstone formations. Southern Illinois University brings cultural vitality through Shryock Auditorium performances and the University Museum's 70,000-artifact collection, while the R. Buckminster Fuller Dome Home stands as the only geodesic residence the visionary architect actually inhabited. Downtown's historic Town Square, established in 1852, maintains its original 10-acre footprint surrounded by 25 preserved buildings.

Business hub with natural escapes

The city serves corporate travelers through SIU's conference facilities and Giant City Lodge's rustic-elegant CCC-era architecture, accommodating up to 150 people just 15 minutes from downtown. Direct Amtrak service connects to Chicago and New Orleans. The dining scene has evolved beyond college-town basics—Underground Public House focuses on farm-sourced gastropub fare, while The Iron Whisk offers craft cocktails and seasonal menus.

Outdoor access and wine country

Giant City State Park's sandstone bluffs and trails sit minutes away, offering quick respites or genuine adventures. The 35-mile Shawnee Hills Wine Trail loops through 11 wineries in forest towns like Makanda and Alto Pass, while Garden of the Gods provides the region's most photographed vistas within an hour's drive. Experience both university-town energy and immediate access to Southern Illinois's distinctive geological landscape.

Frequently Asked Questions about Carbondale

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

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Carbondale using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What is the benefit of booking my Carbondale hotel directly 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.

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

Cancellation policies vary by property. We suggest reviewing the cancellation policies displayed in the detailed information for each hotel before completing your reservation. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in 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. 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?

From time to time, Delta Stays may present special opportunities for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on their hotel and vacation rental bookings made through Delta Stays. 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 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. 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. Visit the delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

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

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

To experience Carbondale during great weather, consider a visit in October when the temperature averages 60°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rainfall, perfect for viewing fall foliage in nearby Shawnee National Forest. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures reach a moderate 55°F.

Which hotels in Carbondale are located closest to African American Museum of Southern Illinois?

The African American Museum of Southern Illinois displays powerful artifacts and photographs chronicling Black history in the region. Knowledgeable staff offer deeper insights into the exhibits. One popular hotel is Walker's Bluff Casino Resort which is a short drive away.

Which hotels in Carbondale are located closest to The Science Center?

This hands-on museum brings STEM to life through interactive exhibits where kids can conduct fossil digs and meet live animals like turtles and iguanas. Walker's Bluff Casino Resort is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away.

*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