APS has negotiated discounted hotel rates available only to APS meeting attendees. Staying at one of these hotels is a convenient, easy, and affordable way to support APS and make the most of your time at the meeting.
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The Westin Providence (headquarters hotel), Courtyard Marriott, and Biltmore Hotel serve as the official meeting hotels. The Westin is attached to the Convention Center; the other hotels are within two blocks of the Rhode Island Convention Center.
Housing Bureau: Providence Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) - onPeakHotel reservations for the 2012 APS Annual Meeting must be made through the Providence CVB – onPeak Housing Bureau. With the use of multiple hotels for this meeting, the housing bureau offers an easy and convenient way to choose the hotel that best meets your needs. Reservations will be accepted online, over the phone, fax, or by mail. For the answers to frequently asked questions, view this PDF. The special discounted hotel rates for the meeting are not offered if you call the hotel directly.
Reservations - Housing Bureau: Providence CVB – onPeakInternet: reservations are closedTelephone: 312.527.7300Toll-free in North America: 800.984.6058International: +1.312.527.7300Call center open Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Central Daylight Time (CDT)Fax: 312.329.9513Questions? E-mail apsnet@onpeakevents.com
APS has negotiated discounted rates at the following hotels:Note: These rates are available to all attendees three days before and three days after the official meeting dates.
Keep in mind when making your travel plans that the final night party is now Wednesday night. Plan your stay through Thursday morning so you don't miss out!
One West Exchange StreetProvidence, RI 02903(Attached to the Convention Center)Discounted Rates:Standard Single/Double: $169.00Triple: $194.00Quad: $219.00Plus 13% tax (subject to change)Government rate available (online and by phone) on limited bases. Government ID required at check in. Government Rate is Sold Out. Amenities: Fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool, luxury spa, business center, in addition to standard guest room amenitiesCheck In: 3:00 p.m.; Check Out: 12:00 p.m.Parking: $26.00 per day (subject to change)
21 Atwells AvenueProvidence, RI 02903(1 block from the Convention Center)Discounted Rates: Standard Single/Double: $159.00Additional persons: $25.00 each/nightPlus 13% tax (subject to change)Check In: 3:00 p.m.; Check Out: 11:00 a.m.Parking: $28.00 per day, valet and $25.00 per day, self-parkDowntown Providence Courtyard
32 Exchange Terrace at Memorial Blvd.Providence, Rhode Island 02903 (One block from the Convention Center)Discounted Rates: Standard Single/Double: $132.00Plus 13% tax (subject to change)Government rate available (online and by phone) on limited bases. Government ID required at check in. Government Rate is Sold Out. Amenities: Fitness center, indoor pool and whirlpool, room service, in addition to standard guest room amenitiesCheck In: 3:00 p.m.; Check Out: 12:00 p.m.Parking: $26.00 per day
11 Dorrance StreetProvidence, RI 02902(1.5 blocks from the Convention Center)Discounted Rates:Standard Single/Double: $132.00$10.00 additional person per room per nightPlus 13% tax (subject to change)Government rate available (online and by phone) on limited bases. Government ID required at check in. Government Rate is Sold Out. Amenities: Fitness center, luxury spa, business center, McCormick & Schmick’s Restaurant, Starbucks, in addition to standard guest room amenitiesCheck In: 3:00 p.m.; Check Out: 11:00 a.m.Parking: $26.00 per day
Reservations must be made by 5:00 p.m. EST on July 3, 2012, to guarantee convention rates. After that date, room blocks will be released and rooms and rates will be based on availability. All housing changes, cancellations, and inquiries should be made directly with the housing bureau until July 9, 2012. After July 10, 2012, contact your hotel directly for any amendments.
Indicate any special needs you may have when making reservations either online or by telephone.
Confirmations will be e-mailed to attendees making reservations using the Internet if an e-mail address is provided. Confirmation numbers will be given to attendees making reservations by phone.
All rates are per room per night and are subject to 13% tax (subject to change). Reservations will not be accepted without a valid credit card guarantee of one night’s room rate plus tax for each room reserved.
After July 3, 2012, rooms and rates are subject to availability. Cancellations at the Biltmore within 48 hours, and at the Westin and Courtyard Marriott within 24 hours, of the day of arrival will forfeit the entire deposit. Early departures are subject to penalties set by the hotel. Credit cards will only be charged if cancelled within the penalty period. A charge of the first night’s room and tax will be applied and/or forfeited if you do not cancel or do not arrive (no show).