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Make the Most of Your Morehead City Stay

A working waterfront with elevated appeal

Morehead City operates as a genuine commercial fishing port where charter boats and working fleets share the harbor, creating an authentic maritime atmosphere that sets it apart from resort-focused beach towns. The waterfront promenade along Evans Street anchors the experience, with the Big Rock Blue Marlin Tournament drawing international sport fishing enthusiasts each summer. The Promise Land neighborhood tells a remarkable story—cottages floated across the sound from Shackleford Banks after the 1899 hurricane, now preserved along quiet streets.

Refined dining in an unexpected setting

The culinary scene exceeds expectations for a town of this size, with Floyd's 1921 delivering elevated Southern comfort, while Circa 81 offers sophisticated tapas and craft cocktails. Prime Bistro brings wood-fired steaks and house-made pasta, and The Arendell Room provides upscale dining for business occasions. Arendell Street's antique shops and boutiques reward exploration, and the History Museum of Carteret County preserves the region's maritime heritage.

Practical considerations for your visit

You'll want a rental car, as Coastal Carolina Regional Airport in New Bern sits 30 miles away. The location serves as an excellent base for exploring Cape Lookout National Seashore's undeveloped beaches and the wild horses of Shackleford Banks, both accessible by ferry. Historic Beaufort lies just across the bridge, offering colonial architecture and waterfront dining within minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions about Morehead City

Can I use my miles on Delta Stays to book hotels in Morehead City?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Morehead City, 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 is the benefit of booking my Morehead City hotel directly 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 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.

Is it possible to change or cancel my hotel booking made through Delta Stays?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. Make sure to review the cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Please note that if you make changes to or cancel your booking, this may affect the number of miles you earn and receive in your account.

Can I use my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card to book?

As a Delta SkyMiles® Gold, Platinum, or Reserve American Express® Cardholder, you enjoy the advantage of earning additional miles alongside numerous valuable benefits, including an annual statement credit of up to $200 applicable toward prepaid accommodations booked through Delta Cars and Stays. These offers are subject to specific terms. 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 provides special promotions for SkyMiles Members to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on accommodations reserved through their booking service. We invite you to check the Delta Stays MQD Offer page regularly to view current MQD earning opportunities and examine the specific terms and conditions associated with these special offers.

Do I need to have a Delta SkyMiles account to book hotels on Delta Stays?

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. SkyMiles Members earn 2 miles per $1 spent on Delta Cars and Stays purchases (excluding taxes and additional fees). Enrollment in the SkyMiles program comes at no cost. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

Can I book a vacation rental through Delta Stays?

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.

What hotels in Morehead City have high ratings?

You will find 6 hotels in Morehead City to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Bask Hotel at Big Rock Landing has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10, and features a free continental breakfast and a 24-hour fitness facility.

What's a good time of year to visit Morehead City?

To experience Morehead City during great weather, consider a visit in October when the temperature is comfortable and the skies are mostly sunny. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during April when temperatures are mild with pleasant conditions, fewer visitors, and lower pricing.

Which hotels in Morehead City are near Olympus Dive Center?

Dive the "Graveyard of the Atlantic" with expert guides to explore historic shipwrecks like the U-352 submarine. Summer brings peak visibility and encounters with sand tiger sharks. DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away.

Which hotels in Morehead City are located closest to Morehead Plaza Shopping Center?

Morehead Plaza brings together local retail and casual dining in one convenient spot. You'll find ample parking and a relaxed atmosphere for browsing at your own pace. Popular hotels include DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront which is a short drive away.

Which hotels in Morehead City are near Brandywine Bay Country Club?

This semi-private 18-hole course features pine-lined fairways and strategic doglegs across 6,300 yards. Call ahead to confirm conditions, as renovations may affect play. DoubleTree by Hilton Atlantic Beach Oceanfront is a popular hotel, which is just a short drive away.

*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