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A regional crossroads with character

Marion anchors Southern Illinois at the intersection of Interstate 57 and Route 13, earning its historic nickname "Hub of the Universe" through strategic location. The revitalized downtown centers on Tower Square, where a clock tower from the 1900s courthouse presides over the district. The Marion Cultural and Civic Center brings touring Broadway productions and concerts to this 1,000-seat venue, while the Williamson County Historical Society Museum occupies the 1913 jail, preserving stories from the region's coal mining past and the turbulent "Bloody Williamson" era.

Refined dining and outdoor access

The culinary scene reaches beyond expectations for a city this size. 20's Hideout Steakhouse serves dry-aged cuts in a speakeasy-inspired setting, while Martini Joe's crafts cocktails downtown. Within an hour's drive, you'll find the Shawnee National Forest's Garden of the Gods, where sandstone formations create dramatic overlooks, and the Shawnee Hills Wine Trail connects wineries across rolling terrain. The 44,000-acre Crab Orchard National Wildlife Refuge borders the city, offering immediate access to fishing and wildlife observation.

Strategic positioning for business and leisure

Veterans Airport provides daily connections to Chicago O'Hare, while The Hill district concentrates modern hotels and meeting facilities near the interstate. Rent One Park hosts baseball and concerts in a contemporary stadium. The nearby Kokopelli golf community features a championship course ranked among Golf Digest's top playable courses.

Frequently Asked Questions about Marion

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

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Marion using your Delta miles, either for the total amount or in combination with money to reserve your stay. 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 are the benefits if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Marion?

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 receive your miles, make sure to log in to your SkyMiles account or provide your SkyMiles number during checkout when making a cash payment. 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.

What is the policy to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. We recommend reviewing the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are 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 my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

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. Note that terms apply to these offerings. 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. 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.

In order to book a hotel on Delta Stays, do I need to be a Delta SkyMiles Member?

No, anyone can book hotels through Delta Stays. However, only SkyMiles Members can earn miles and access Member-only prices and offers. 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?

Yes, Delta Stays offers a wide selection of vacation rentals in addition to hotels. 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, consider a visit in September when temperatures are comfortable and the skies are pleasant. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during January when hotel rates drop significantly with fewer visitors and quieter conditions throughout the area.

*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