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A gateway to Old Florida charm

Alachua operates as a refreshing counterpoint to Florida's typical tourist corridors, where a brick-lined Main Street preserves Victorian-era architecture and locally-owned restaurants replace chain establishments. Known as "The Good Life Community," this North Central Florida city maintains an unhurried pace while serving as a strategic base for exploring the region's renowned natural springs and state preserves. The downtown district rewards afternoon strolls with boutique shopping and dining options ranging from authentic Cuban sandwiches at Mi Apá Latin Café to the award-winning Great Outdoors Restaurant.

Nature and innovation converge

San Felasco Hammock Preserve State Park anchors the area's outdoor appeal with miles of trails through one of Florida's finest remaining mesic hammock ecosystems. Nearby Poe Springs Park provides access to the Santa Fe River, where 45 million gallons of crystal-clear spring water flow daily. The city balances this natural heritage with forward-thinking development at San Felasco Tech City, a solar-powered district attracting biotech and life sciences professionals, alongside the established Progress Corporate Park.

Strategic positioning for exploration

Alachua's location 15 miles from Gainesville Regional Airport makes it an efficient hub for accessing North Florida's attractions, from cave diving at Ginnie Springs to historic St. Augustine. The city offers unique experiences like the Retirement Home for Horses at Mill Creek Farm, where visitors can interact with retired police and military horses on Saturdays.

Frequently Asked Questions about Alachua

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

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Alachua, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. 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 if I use Delta Stays to book my hotel stay in Alachua?

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.

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

Cancellation policies vary by property. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before finalizing your reservation. 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 my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

Your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card offers enhanced mileage earning potential along with a suite of benefits, including an annual statement credit up to $200 that can be utilized for prepaid accommodations when booking through Delta Cars and Stays. Please note that terms apply to these offerings. To gain a full understanding of your card's complete benefits package, we recommend visiting the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where detailed information about all your cardholder privileges is available for review.

Can I earn MQDs on Delta Stays hotel bookings?

Periodically, Delta Stays offers opportunities for SkyMiles Members to accumulate Medallion® Qualification Dollars through hotel and vacation rental reservations completed using Delta Stays. 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?

No, Delta Stays is available to everyone for hotel bookings. However, by becoming a SkyMiles Member, you will unlock the ability to 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 additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Visit the delta.com to join today.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, beyond traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your travel needs. Explore the variety of homes, condos, and unique accommodations powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have good ratings in Alachua?

In Alachua, you’ll find 6 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Holiday Inn Express & Suites Alachua - Gainesville Area by IHG has a guest rating of 9.4 out of 10, and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

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

To experience Alachua during great weather, consider a visit in April when temperatures average 73°F and wildflowers bloom across the landscape. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during February when temperatures reach a cooler 58°F with fewer crowds and 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