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Cultural heritage meets academic energy

Stony Brook unfolds along Long Island's North Shore as a preserved colonial village anchored by a major research university. The Village Center, conceived by philanthropist Ward Melville in the 1940s as a "living Williamsburg," features Federal-style architecture arranged in a crescent facing the harbor. This district houses boutique shops, the historic Grist Mill dating to 1751, and the Long Island Museum—a Smithsonian Affiliate with an exceptional carriage collection. The area's role in the Revolutionary War's Culper Spy Ring adds intrigue to the historic district.

Refined dining and university culture

The culinary scene centers on establishments like Mirabelle at the Three Village Inn, serving farm-to-table cuisine in an intimate tavern setting, and the Country House Restaurant in a structure from 1710. Stony Brook University transforms the southern portion into a cultural hub, with the Staller Center for the Arts hosting world-class performances and the annual Film Festival. The campus brings intellectual vitality and diverse dining that complement the village's colonial charm.

Natural retreats and coastal access

Avalon Nature Preserve offers maintained trails through meadows and forests with sculpture installations for quiet reflection. West Meadow Beach extends along Long Island Sound with wetlands attracting bird species and sunset views. The Long Island Rail Road connects to Manhattan in under 2 hours, while Port Jefferson's harbor village lies minutes east for waterfront dining and Connecticut ferry connections.

Frequently Asked Questions about Stony Brook

Can I use my miles on Delta Stays to book hotels in Stony Brook?

Yes, you can use your Delta miles to book your Stony Brook hotel stay, or you can combine your miles with cash for more flexibility. 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 Stony Brook hotel directly on Delta Stays?

As a SkyMiles Member, you will earn 2 miles per $1 you spend on completed hotel stays and vacation rentals booked through Delta Stays. You will also enjoy access to special Member offers at select properties, and have the flexibility to 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.

Is it possible 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. You will notice that refundable options are available for some rates, while others may be non-refundable. Any modifications or cancellations to your reservation 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 and conditions. 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. Be sure to check out the latest MQDs offers and terms at the Delta Stays MQD Offer page.

Do I need to have a Delta SkyMiles account to book hotels 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. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Become a Member today by visiting the delta.com.

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 can browse through a variety of homes, condos, and unique lodging options powered by Vrbo on the Vacation Rentals page.

What's a good time of year to visit Stony Brook?

To experience Stony Brook during great weather, visit in July when temperatures average 75°F with mostly sunny skies, North Shore beaches, and the annual film festival. For off-peak prices and hotel deals, consider January when temperatures reach 32°F with fewer crowds and the lowest rates of the year.

*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