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Make the Most of Your Durham Stay

Industrial heritage meets modern innovation

Durham has transformed its tobacco and textile past into one of the South's most compelling urban stories. The American Tobacco Campus and Brightleaf Square showcase this evolution, where century-old brick warehouses now house restaurants, offices, and the Durham Performing Arts Center. Downtown reveals layers of history, from the Civil Rights legacy of Parrish Street to adaptive reuse projects that have become national models. The city's entrepreneurial spirit, rooted in its working-class origins, drives a thriving scene of independent restaurants and creative businesses.

Research Triangle culture and cuisine

Duke University's Gothic architecture and the 55-acre Sarah P. Duke Gardens provide elegant counterpoints to the industrial aesthetic. The culinary landscape has earned national attention, with establishments like M Sushi and Vin Rouge offering refined dining alongside innovative newcomers in neighborhoods like Rockwood. Business travelers will find the city's position within Research Triangle Park convenient, with excellent facilities and a concentration of medical and technology companies. The GoDurham bus system operates fare-free, connecting downtown to Duke and surrounding areas.

Exploring beyond downtown

The compact downtown makes most attractions accessible on foot, though rideshare services reach outlying neighborhoods. Day trips to Chapel Hill, Raleigh, or Hillsborough add depth to longer visits. Members can use miles to book accommodations in the revitalized downtown core, near the Durham Bulls ballpark, DPAC, and the restaurants that have made Bull City a destination.

Frequently Asked Questions about Durham

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

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Durham hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. 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 Durham hotel 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 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. 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 I book with my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card?

Yes, your Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Card gives you access to additional miles and benefits including an annual statement credit of up to $200 to use on prepaid hotels or vacation rentals booked through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms. For an overview of all advantages associated with your card membership, please visit the Delta SkyMiles® American Express Credit Cards page where you can review complete benefit 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. 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, Delta Stays accommodations are accessible to all travelers seeking hotel reservations. Nevertheless, enrollment as a SkyMiles Member provides you with opportunities to accumulate miles and gain access to preferential pricing and promotions available only to Members. 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, in addition to traditional hotels, Delta Stays provides an extensive collection of vacation rentals for your vacation. You have access to numerous homes, condos, and specialty lodging options powered by Vrbo to suit your travel preferences. You can discover these alternative accommodations by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

Which hotels have high ratings in Durham?

In Durham, you’ll find 69 hotels to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Hilton Durham near Duke University has a guest rating of 8.6 out of 10, and features a seasonal outdoor pool and a restaurant. Another top-rated hotel is DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Raleigh - Durham, where you can enjoy an indoor pool and a restaurant. 21c Museum Hotel Durham has a rating of 8.4 and this hotel has a restaurant and a bar/lounge.

Which area in Durham should I book for my stay?

There are plenty of interesting neighborhoods in Durham enjoyed by travelers and locals alike.

Downtown Durham transforms historic tobacco warehouses into a thriving cultural district, where the American Tobacco Campus courtyards connect farm-to-table dining with the Durham Bulls Athletic Park and Carolina Theatre's vintage marquee. Popular places to stay in the area include 21c Museum Hotel Durham and The Durham Hotel.

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

To experience Durham during great weather, consider a visit in April when the temperature averages 60°F and dogwoods bloom throughout the city. For off-peak prices and fewer crowds, consider visiting during January when temperatures reach a cooler 40°F with the lowest accommodation rates of the year.

What hotels in Durham are located closest to Durham Performing Arts Center?

The largest performing arts center in the Carolinas hosts over 200 Broadway shows and concerts annually in a venue where you can explore the American Tobacco Historic District's dining scene before curtain. Popular hotels include The Durham Hotel which is steps away. Another hotel is The Umstead Hotel and Spa and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Durham are located near Streets at Southpoint Mall?

The Streets at Southpoint blends indoor luxury with an outdoor Main Street atmosphere across 150+ shops. You'll find North Carolina's first Nordstrom and an Apple Store here. The Umstead Hotel and Spa is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away. Another hotel is The Carolina Inn, a Destination by Hyatt Hotel and it is within a short drive.

What hotels in Durham are located closest to Duke University Chapel?

Duke Chapel's 210-foot Gothic tower houses vibrant stained glass that transforms the interior into a kaleidoscope of color when sunlight streams through mid-morning. One popular hotel is JB Duke Hotel which is a 14-minute walk. Washington Duke Inn & Golf Club is another well-reviewed hotel and it is within an 18-minute walk.

What are some 4- and 5-star/luxury hotels in Durham?

Durham is home to many luxury hotels. At Arrowhead Inn, you'll find a free full breakfast, private picnics, and proposal/romance packages. For luxury hotels in other destinations, visit the Luxury Stays page.

*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