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A legacy of westward expansion

St. Joseph earned its place in American history as the launching point for the Pony Express in 1860 and the site where outlaw Jesse James met his end in 1882. The city preserves that frontier heritage through museums in original structures—the Pony Express National Museum occupies the 1858 stables where riders departed westward, while the Jesse James Home displays the bullet hole from his assassination. The Patee House, a National Historic Landmark that served as Pony Express headquarters, now anchors a downtown district undergoing revitalization with craft breweries and a year-round sculpture walk.

Victorian grandeur and refined dining

The wealth from 19th-century manufacturing created "Millionaire's Row" along Hall Street, where Gilded Age mansions still command attention. Museum Hill showcases architect E.J. Eckel's ornate Victorian homes, while the Albrecht-Kemper Museum of Art holds one of the Midwest's finest American art collections in a Georgian Revival mansion. The dining scene balances history with sophistication—the J.C. Wyatt House serves multi-course meals by reservation in a restored Victorian home, while Hoof & Horn Steak House has operated since 1898 in a former saloon.

Practical considerations

Kansas City International Airport sits 35 minutes south via Interstate 29, making rental cars practical for exploring St. Joseph and nearby destinations like Weston or Atchison, Kansas. The Missouri Theater's restored 1927 design hosts performances downtown, convenient for business travelers seeking evening entertainment.

Frequently Asked Questions about St. Joseph

Can I use my miles on Delta Stays to book hotels in St. Joseph?

Yes, you can book your hotel stay in St. Joseph using your Delta miles, or a combination of miles and cash. 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 is the benefit of booking my St. Joseph 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 receive your miles, make sure to log in to your SkyMiles account or provide your SkyMiles number during checkout when making a cash payment. 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 cancellation terms displayed in the property information section before confirming your reservation. Some rates are fully refundable while others are 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. Terms apply. For an overview of the 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. 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?

Delta Stays provides hotel booking services to all customers. However, registering as a SkyMiles Member enhances your experience by allowing you to earn miles and access Member pricing and promotions. Members can earn 2 miles per $1 spent (excluding taxes and other fees) on Delta Cars and Stays, and it is free to join. Register today by going to the delta.com.

On Delta Stays, can I book a vacation rental?

Yes, Delta Stays extends beyond conventional hotel offerings to include a wide selection of vacation rentals for your travel accommodations. You can explore a variety of homes, condos, and specialty lodging powered by Vrbo by visiting the Vacation Rentals page.

What hotels in St. Joseph have high ratings?

You will find 13 hotels in St. Joseph to choose from when you book on Delta Stays. Stoney Creek Hotel St. Joseph has a guest rating of 9.2 out of 10, and features an outdoor pool and a hot tub.

What's a good time of year to visit St. Joseph?

To experience St. Joseph during great weather, consider a visit in September when the temperature averages 70°F and the skies are mostly sunny with light rainfall. For off-peak prices and more deals on hotels, consider visiting during May when temperatures reach a comfortable 65°F with pleasant conditions and fewer crowds.

*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