Travel

Hotel Information

To make your hotel reservation for AUVSI's Unmanned Systems North America 2009, contact one of the four designated AUVSI conference hotels listed below.  The hotel reservation cut-off date is Thursday, 9 July 2009.  Reservations made after this date will be on a space available basis and the discounted rate may not be honored.

Making your hotel reservation at one of the designated conference properties saves you money and helps AUVSI.  Each room credited to AUVSI helps us to build "buying power" to negotiate discounted rates in future years.

Government Rate: A limited number of government rated rooms are available at the published 2009 federal per diem rate for U.S. government and active duty military conference participants who are traveling on government travel orders.  Failure to provide a copy of your travel orders upon check-in at the hotel will result in your reservation being honored at the current hotel room rate, known as the "rack rate" (which in most instances will be more than the AUVSI conference rate).

Please note:  Government contractors not traveling with government travel orders are not eligible for this rate.  Please do not reserve a government rated room if you do not meet the above criteria as this limits the opportunities of others to attend the conference.

Grand Hyatt Washington
Grand Hyatt Washington
(AUVSI HQ Hotel)
1000 H Street NW
Distance from Convention Center: 2.5 blocks
Escape to extraordinary elegance at the Grand Hyatt Washington. Centrally located in Penn Quarter – with convenient in-lobby Metro Center access – this downtown Washington DC hotel is an ideal spot to explore the US capital. Stroll to concerts or sporting events at Verizon Center, historic monuments or the Smithsonian Museums. Enjoy stylish guestrooms with plush Grand Beds™, indulgent amenities, multiple dining venues, including the new CURE Bar and Bistro, and recreation at Grand Slam. Utilize the full-service business center and 32 outstanding meeting rooms – just steps from Walter E. Washington Convention Center. Relax by the lagoon in the lovely 12-story atrium.  Experience the highest standard of luxury in Hyatt hotel in downtown Washington DC.

Embassy Suites
Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
900 10th Street, NW
Distance from Convention Center: 1.5 blocks
The Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center is conveniently located in downtown Washington DC between the White House and the U.S. Capitol. The amenities and location make this convention center hotel perfect for both leisure and business travelers. The Embassy Suites Washington DC Convention Center hotel is a full-service upscale all-suite hotel which is walking distance from many Washington DC Attractions. The hotel offers a complimentary American breakfast each morning and complimentary cocktails each evening.

Four Points By Sheraton
Four Points by Sheraton Washington D.C. Downtown - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
1201 K St. NW
Distance from Convention Center: 3 blocks
Be close to everything at the newly renovated Four Points by Sheraton Washington D.C. Downtown. Visit a museum, see the monuments or take a stroll over to the White House.  Enjoy free high speed internet access in all guest rooms, free fitness center, and a 100% smoke-free environment.

Hampton Inn
Hampton Inn Washington, DC - Convention Center - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
901 6th St. NW
Distance from Convention Center: 3 blocks
The city surrounding the Hampton Inn Washington, DC - Convention Center is brimming with politics, culture, entertainment and American history. You'll be just a short walk from many of DC's most recognizable museums, monuments and destinations.   Upscale features and value added touches include complimentary high-speed Internet access, in-room safe and hot breakfast.

Airports

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA) is the closest airport; approximately 6 miles from the Washington Convention Center. Metro is accessible from the terminal via the yellow line. A taxi to the Washington Convention Center is approximately $15.00, however there are charges for additional passengers and luggage.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) is about 27 miles from the Washington Convention Center. A taxi is approximately $60.00. Please visit http://www.metwashairports.com/dulles/parking_transportation_3/ground_transportation for ground transportation options from IAD to the Washington Convention Center.

The Baltimore Washington International Airport (BWI) is about 30 miles from the Washington Convention Center. A taxi is approximately $70.00. Please visit http://www.bwiairport.com/ for more information about BWI Airport.

Walter E. Washington Convention Center

AUVSI’s Unmanned Systems North America 2009 will be held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC USA. 

Convention Center Address:
801 Mount Vernon Pl NW
Washington, DC 20001
(202) 249-3000
http://www.dcconvention.com/

For maps and directions, please visit the Walter E. Washington Convention Center website.

Washington, DC

Washington, DC is located on the banks of the Potomac River and bordered by the states of Virginia to the southwest and Maryland to the northwest, northeast, and southeast. Summer tends to be hot and humid with daily high temperatures in July and August averaging in the low to mid 90s (about 30 to 33 °C).

Loose, lightly colored clothing is recommended for all activities. Comfortable walking shoes will help make the experience at the area's numerous attractions a pleasant one.

For more information, visit the Washington DC Convention and Visitors Bureau website.