Meetings: Hotels and Travel
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Meeting Location
Meeting events will be held in downtown Washington, DC at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center, the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, and the Grand Hyatt Washington.
![[PHOTOGRAPH] The Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. [Photo by ‘NCinDC,’ http://bit.ly/9peluN ; licensed Creative Commons By-NonCommercial. http://bit.ly/9EIsWM ]](/meetings/2011/images/wash_conv_ctr_350x287.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] The Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C. [Photo by ‘NCinDC,’ http://bit.ly/9peluN ; licensed Creative Commons By-NonCommercial. http://bit.ly/9EIsWM ]")
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is located at 801 Mount Vernon Place NW, Washington, DC
Special room rates are available only through the AAAS Travel Desk. Please do not contact the hotels directly.
See a map of the convention center and the conference hotels.
- Renaissance Downtown Hotel
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999 Ninth Street NW
Rate: $232 Single/$252 Double*
Cut Off: 23 January 2011
Amenities: Complimentary fitness center and spa, free wireless in public areas, and applicable Marriott Rewards points.
- Grand Hyatt Washington
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1000 H Street Northwest
Rate: $239 Single/$264 Double*
Cut Off: 16 January 2011
Amenities: Lobby access to Metro Center Subway Station (Blue, Orange, and Red Lines), free wireless high-speed Internet access in lobby, 24-hour business center, indoor heated pool, and applicable Hyatt Passport points.
- Embassy Suites Convention Center
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900 10th Street NW
Rate: $234 Single/$259 Double*
Cut Off: 23 January 2011
Amenities: Free cooked-to-order breakfast, free wireless access and computer kiosks in the lobby, free Manager’s Reception every evening, free use of Business Center, free use of fitness center and gym, and applicable Hilton Honors points.
- Hampton Inn Convention Center
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901 6th Street, NW
Rate: $209 Single/Double*
Cut Off: 23 January 2011
Amenities: Free hot buffet breakfast, free high-speed Internet access in guestroom and lobby area, free local phone calls and no surcharge for long distance calls made with credit card, free use of Business Center, free coffee and tea in the lobby 24 hours a day, free use of indoor pool and fitness center, and applicable Hilton Honors points.
*Plus 14.5% Tax
Travel discounts for AAAS attendees are also available.
Washington, DC
![[PHOTOGRAPH] The Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol Building, photographed from a kite [Photo © Mikel Maron, licensed Creative Commons Attribution 2.0. http://bit.ly/cS77Mq ]]](/meetings/2011/images/kap_monument_cap_a.jpg "[PHOTOGRAPH] The Washington Monument and the U.S. Capitol Building, photographed from a kite [Photo © Mikel Maron, licensed Creative Commons Attribution 2.0. http://bit.ly/cS77Mq ]]")
With its historic attractions, inspiring views, and vibrant arts and culture scene, Washington, DC ranks among the world’s most popular travel destinations. World-famous monuments, memorials, and other patriotic landmarks give DC its recognizable cityscape. Part of DC’s appeal comes from its line up of must-see attractions. Culture, heritage, nationally acclaimed theatre, concerts, festivals, shopping, and all the inspiring monuments and museums you expect, offer ideal touring choices. Many visitors start at the National Mall for its 11 free museums and beautiful memorials.
Washington, DC has become a true culinary capital thanks to neighborhood revitalization, ingenious chefs, and serious foodies, including the millions of visitors who dine alongside lobbyists, politicians, journalists, and celebrities in the District’s top dining rooms.
Make restaurant reservations at local area restaurants.
Weather
Washington, DC’s weather is mild compared to many parts of the United States. Fortunately, the nastiest weather in the Washington, DC area is usually fairly short in duration. In February, the average high temperature is 47°F/8°C and the average low temperature is 26°F/-2°C. The area gets an occasional snowstorm.
