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Cultural heritage and architecture

Laurel earned its nickname "The City Beautiful" through intentional design visible throughout its remarkable Historic District. This collection of early 20th-century homes represents Mississippi's finest preserved residential architecture from the lumber boom era, when timber wealth funded Queen Anne estates and Craftsman bungalows along oak-lined streets. The Lauren Rogers Museum of Art, Mississippi's first art museum established in 1923, houses impressive collections of American art and Georgian silver, reflecting the cultural ambitions of the families who built this city.

Downtown revival and local flavor

The brick-paved downtown has experienced a genuine renaissance, gaining national attention through HGTV's "Home Town" while maintaining authentic small-town character. You'll find locally owned shops like Scotsman General Store and Laurel Mercantile Co. alongside dining options from Cafe La Fleur's Cajun-inspired cuisine to Edgar's Steakhouse. The community's commitment to preservation creates a walkable district where historic storefronts now house contemporary businesses.

Practical considerations

Laurel functions as a car-dependent destination, though downtown's compact layout rewards exploration on foot. The city sits along Interstate 59, accessible for regional travelers and serving as a base for exploring the Pine Belt region. Hattiesburg lies 30 minutes south for additional options.

Frequently Asked Questions about Laurel

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

Yes, you're welcome to use your Delta miles to book your Laurel hotel stay, or if you prefer, you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. 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 Laurel?

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 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.

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

Cancellation policies differ depending on the property you choose. Be sure to check the cancellation policy listed under the hotel’s details before booking. You'll find that 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. These offers are subject to specific terms. Learn more about your benefits at the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page.

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 recommend accessing the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to view current MQDs promotions and examine their terms and conditions.

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

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 Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on Delta Cars and Stays (excluding taxes and additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive portfolio of vacation rentals in addition to traditional hotel accommodations. You can search for homes, condos, and other unique stays powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

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

To experience Laurel during great weather, consider a visit in May when temperatures average 75°F and the skies are mostly sunny, perfect for exploring downtown. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during November when temperatures reach a mild 55°F with fewer crowds and the lowest rates of the year.

*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