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Cultural heritage on the prairie

Mitchell, known as "The Palace City," centers around the Corn Palace, one of America's most distinctive roadside attractions. This Moorish Revival structure with onion domes and minarets gets redecorated annually with murals crafted from naturally colored corn, grains, and native grasses. The Mitchell Prehistoric Indian Village offers an active archaeological site where you can observe ongoing excavation of a 1,000-year-old settlement within the climate-controlled Archeodome. The Dakota Discovery Museum features works by regional artists like Oscar Howe alongside historic buildings including an 1885 schoolhouse.

Dining and practical considerations

The culinary scene reflects South Dakota's ranching heritage, with establishments like Cattleman's Club Steakhouse and Chef Louie's serving hand-cut aged beef. The Depot Pub & Grill operates inside a restored train station with original architectural details. Most visitors arrive via Sioux Falls Regional Airport, about an hour east, and renting a car proves essential since public transit operates only on advance reservation.

Regional exploration

Mitchell's position along Interstate 90 makes it a practical base for exploring eastern South Dakota. De Smet preserves Laura Ingalls Wilder's homestead with pioneer experiences. Westward, Chamberlain offers the striking 50-foot Dignity statue honoring Native American culture above the Missouri River. The city attracts around 500,000 visitors annually, with energy peaking during the late August Corn Palace Festival.

Frequently Asked Questions about Mitchell

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

Yes, you can use your Delta miles for your hotel reservation in Mitchell, or you can opt for a miles-plus-cash combination to provide more booking options. 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 Mitchell?

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. Simply sign in to your SkyMiles account or enter your SkyMiles number at checkout when paying with cash to ensure you earn your miles. 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?

Each property maintains its own cancellation policy. We recommend reviewing the specific cancellation policy displayed under each hotel's details before completing your reservation. Some rates may be refundable, 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 my Delta SkyMiles® American Express® Card be used for booking?

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?

Occasionally, Delta Stays may offer SkyMiles Members an opportunity to earn Medallion® Qualification Dollars on hotels and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. We encourage you to visit the Delta Stays MQD Offer page to check for the latest MQDs offers and review their specific 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 other fees). The best part is that SkyMiles is free to join. Register today by visiting the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Absolutely, Delta Stays features an extensive collection 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 Mitchell?

To experience Mitchell during great weather, consider a visit in September when the temperature averages 63°F with pleasant conditions and fewer crowds than peak summer. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during May when temperatures reach a moderate 58°F with comfortable weather and lower visitor numbers.

*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