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Cultural heritage and industrial legacy

Akron earned its reputation as the Rubber Capital of the World during the early 20th century, when Goodyear, Firestone, and Goodrich transformed this Ohio city into a global manufacturing powerhouse. That industrial heritage remains visible throughout the landscape, from adaptive reuse projects to the magnificent Stan Hywet Hall & Gardens, the 65-room Tudor Revival estate of Goodyear co-founder F.A. Seiberling. The city also holds significance as the birthplace of Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935. Downtown has experienced thoughtful revitalization, with the architecturally striking Akron Art Museum and atmospheric Akron Civic Theatre anchoring a growing cultural scene.

Gateway to natural beauty

The city's northern edge opens directly into Cuyahoga Valley National Park, Ohio's only national park, where the Towpath Trail offers immediate access to waterfalls and forested valleys. This proximity makes Akron an unexpected base for combining business with outdoor recreation. Highland Square provides an eclectic arts district with independent theaters and local dining, while business travelers will find downtown hotels convenient to corporate facilities and upscale dining options like Ken Stewart's Grille.

Practical considerations

Akron-Canton Airport sits just 15 minutes south, though Cleveland Hopkins International Airport offers broader connections 45 minutes north. A rental car proves essential for navigating between attractions and exploring day trip destinations like Amish Country or Canton's Pro Football Hall of Fame. The city rewards visitors who look beyond its industrial past to discover sophisticated manor estates, revitalized urban spaces, and natural landscapes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Akron

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

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in Akron using your Delta miles, either for the total amount or in combination with money to reserve your stay. Upon accessing your Delta SkyMiles® account, you will find Member-valued offers at participating properties that could enhance your visit.

What are the benefits of booking my Akron 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. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Changes and cancellations to your booking may result in a different amount of miles earned and awarded to your account.

Can I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

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 and conditions. 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?

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.

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

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 additional charges). Plus joining SkyMiles is free. Visit the delta.com to join today.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

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.

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

To experience Akron during great weather, consider a visit in July when the temperature averages 73°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rain. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during November when temperatures drop but visitor numbers decrease significantly with lower pricing.

*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