Conference Accommodations

Whether you’re a native of the beautiful Pacific Northwest or are traveling across the country to share your knowledge and experience with the attendees of A&WMA’s 101st Annual Conference & Exhibition, you’ll certainly be comfortable and well rested when you choose one of the 2008 housing options. A variety of choices not only offer the best Portland has to offer, but consider budgets, travel arrangements, personal preferences– even your commitment to the environment.

Hilton Portland & Executive Tower
A&WMA’s 2008 Headquarters Hotel
The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower hotel in Portland’s financial and entertainment districts, is within walking distance of the city’s best restaurants and upscale shopping. The Hilton is one block from the MAX Light Rail, which provides access to the entire area, including the Portland International Airport. All guest rooms feature the Hilton Serenity Collection, including Hilton Suite Dreams bedding with plush-top mattresses, highspeed Internet access, coffee makers, irons and ironing boards, hair dryers, and large work desks. The main lobby features a dramatic winding staircase, mahogany accents, and original Northwest art. Amenities include the Bistro 921 & Bar, a full-service business center, concierge desk, and full-service athletic club. The Hilton Portland & Executive Tower is Green Seal Certified.

DoubleTree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center Portland – Lloyd Center
The Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center Portland-Lloyd Center is adjacent to the Lloyd Center Mall, featuring more than 200 stores, 18 movie theaters, and an ice skating rink. The hotel is just blocks from the Oregon Convention Center, the Rose Garden Arena, and Memorial Coliseum. Transportation is available to the Doubletree from the Portland International Airport via the MAX Light Rail. Guest rooms feature large work desks, highspeed Internet access, two phones, in-room coffee and tea, hair dryers, On-Demand movies, personalized voice mail, and incredible views the city skyline and Cascade Mountains. Amenities include the Multnomah Grille, Eduardo’s Mexican Grill and Cantina, a fitness room, and an outdoor pool. Doubletree is a Portland leader in implementing environmentally sound practices.

Courtyard by Marriott at Lloyd Center
The Courtyard by Marriott Portland Downtown is within blocks of the Oregon Convention Center, MAX Light Rail, Lloyd Center Mall, and the Rose Garden Arena. Guest rooms and suites feature Marriott’s new bedding package, a large work desk, and free high-speed Internet. The Courtyard also features Charley’s on Grand restaurant, room service, a full service bar, indoor swimming pool, whirlpool spa, exercise room, and patio.

Portland Marriott City Center
The Marriott Portland City Center is two blocks from the MAX Light Rail system, offering direct access to the Oregon Convention Center, Rose Garden, and Portland International Airport. The Marriott’s boutique-style setting provides Revive Collection beds, daily room service (6:00 a.m. – 11:00 p.m.), a complimentary 24-hour business center, in-room high-speed Internet access, a 24-hour fitness center with oversized whirlpool, cocktail lounge, and the nationally renowned Shula’s Steakhouse.

The Paramount Hotel
The Paramount Hotel, opened in January 2000, is Portland’s newest boutique hotel. The 15-storey building offers 154 rooms with refrigerated honor bar, two telephone lines, voicemail, speakerphone and data port, complimentary weekday newspaper delivery, European bath amenities, and wireless Internet access. The Paramount Hotel includes the Dragonfish Asian Café, and provides room service, a 24-hour business center with complimentary Internet access, concierge service, a 24-hour fitness center, and same-day dry cleaning.

Student Housing at Portland State University
For students traveling to the Annual Conference & Exhibition, budget-conscious housing is available at Portland State University. Transportation to the Oregon Convention Center is available free of charge on the MAX Light Rail system. Portland State offers European-style rooms with one or two single beds, a private bathroom, and kitchen. This green building harvests rain water, promotes low energy use, and is constructed in part of recycled materials. All rooms are fully furnished with free wireless Internet access, fans, coffee pots, phones, alarms clocks, and linens.

Contact Frank Jones to reserve a room at Portland State University.

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