Housing/Hotel Deadline Extended to October 18, 2023
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Housing & Travel

*PARTICIPANTS MUST BOTH RESERVE A ROOM WITH THE HOTEL AND REGISTER WITH THE CONFERENCE.

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Hotel Reservations

Hotel Reservation Deadline Extended to October 18, 2023

AVS is pleased to offer special rates at the following downtown Portland hotels.

Keep in mind that reserving a room in this convention block helps AVS meet its financial commitments to the host city and retain lower registration fees as well as a high-quality conference with the features and services you are accustomed to.

Due to limited space, we recommend booking as early as possible to receive this special rate—please note that once the reserved room block is full, the room availability and rate are not guaranteed and may vary.

Maritz is the Official Housing Provider for AVS 69. The AVS has worked diligently with the hotels in Portland to establish room blocks for attendees and exhibitors. Improper solicitation of hotel reservations from any company or housing provider other than Maritz is not approved by AVS. Reservations made by unaffiliated organizations may appear to be for lower rates; however, they may be illegitimate, have unreasonable cancellation or change penalties, or be completely non-refundable. Please be aware of, and report any unauthorized solicitation to della@avs.org.

Conference Hotels

HOTEL

DISTANCE

RATE

Hyatt Regency
375 NE Holladay St.
Portland, OR 97232*Headquarters Hotel
Adjacent to
Convention Center
$219.00
DoubleTree by Hilton Portland
1000 NE Multnomah
Portland, OR 97232
5 Blocks $194.00
Courtyard by Marriott Portland Downtown Convention Center
435 NE Wasco St.
Portland, OR 97232
2 Blocks $209.00
Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center
1441 NE 2nd Ave.
Portland, OR 97232
4 Blocks $179.00
Hotel Eastlund
1021 NE Grand Ave.
Portland, OR 97232
.5 Blocks $189.00
*A limited number of Government room rates may be available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you don’t see a Government rate, please call the hotels directly to request a room in their Government block.
ATTENDEE HOTEL RESERVATIONS
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Hotel Cancellation Policies

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Attendee Hotel Cancellation Policy

Hotel Reservation Deadline Extended to October 18, 2023

Reservations can be cancelled without penalty up to two business days prior to the day of arrival. NOTE: Failure to arrive on your confirmed arrival date will result in one night’s room & tax charged to the credit card provided and your entire reservation will be cancelled. A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. Cancellations can be made via the website or via e-mail, avs@maritz.com until 5:00 pm EST on October 18, 2023. Please contact the hotel directly starting October 25, 2023, for all cancellations and changes. Please do not call the hotel prior to October 25, 2023, as the hotel may not have record of your reservation.

Exhibitor Hotel Cancellation

Exhibitor Hotel Cancellation Policy

Hotel Reservation Deadline: October 2, 2023

Due to hotel stipulations, a minimum number of blocked rooms must be utilized by the AVS; therefore, the FINAL day to cancel your reservation without penalty is 5:00 pm EST on October 2, 2023. Reservations cancelled AFTER 5:00 pm EST on October 2, 2023, will be assessed a cancellation fee equal to one night’s room and tax per reservation. NOTE: The reservation cancellation fee is in addition to any hotel charges you may incur. If you cancel directly with the hotel, you will still be charged the cancellation fee. You are also subject to your individual hotel’s cancellation policy. Hotel requires cancellation of two business days prior to the day of arrival. Failure to arrive on your confirmed arrival date will result in one night’s room and tax charged by the hotel to the credit card provided and your entire reservation will be cancelled.

A credit card is required to guarantee your reservation. Cancellations can be made via the website or via e-mail, AVS.exh@maritz.com until 5:00 pm EST on October 2, 2023.  Please contact the hotel directly starting October 25, 2023, for all cancellations and changes. Please do not call the hotel prior to October 25, 2023, as the hotel may not have record of your reservation.

Conference Venue

Oregon Convention Center
777 NE Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd.
Portland, OR 97232
CONVENTION CENTER INFO
Directions:
Just 8 miles from Portland International Airport (PDX), visitors can access the Oregon Convention Center (OCC) via Interstate 5 North from Exit 302A–Rose Quarter, or from Interstate 84 West Exit 1–Lloyd Boulevard.

Parking:
Onsite parking is provided in the convention center’s underground garage. You may enter the garage through either the NE Lloyd Boulevard (P1) or NE First Avenue (P2) entrances. Clearance on the P1 Level is 7 feet; clearance on the P2 Level is 9 feet. We have a total of 800 spaces.

• Standard Daily Parking Rate: $12
• Garage generally opens daily at 6 a.m.
• The Oregon Convention Center does not guarantee parking availability. Availability is on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Parking and accommodations for people with health conditions or impairments: Both levels of the OCC parking garage provide accessible spaces with easy access to elevators. There are 10 accessible spaces on Parking Level 1 (P1) and 11 accessible spaces on Parking Level 2 (P2). Parking Level 2 (P2) offers accessible areas with a 9-foot ceiling clearance to accommodate adapted vehicles. Learn More

Accessibility:
All of the Oregon Convention Center grounds are in compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) requirements. We have elevators, restrooms, concessions, and telephones designed to accommodate the needs of those with physical and non-physical impairments.

If you need mobility assistance to make your visit easier or more comfortable, please stop by the Welcome Desk on the Lobby Level to check out a wheelchair or electric scooter.

Equipment is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Learn More 

Luggage Storage:
Should you need to store any luggage upon your arrival/departure to/from the Convention Center, you may leave it at the AVS Registration Desk or in the Event Office A104.

Childcare:
Options for childcare in the Portland area may be found at Care.com. Please Note: AVS and the Oregon Convention Center make no representation, warranty, or guarantee as to, and shall not be responsible for, the suitability of these providers. 

Nursing Suites and Sensory Pods:
The Oregon Convention Center provides two Mamava nursing suites that can also be used for guests needing a quiet, private space. These private and secure suites are located near the A and E Meeting Rooms on Level 1.

The suites are ADA-compatible with a comfortable seating area and are equipped with standard AC power outlets and USB charger ports.

*Note: All Mamava suites come with a Bluetooth SmartLock that syncs with Mamava’s mobile app. Download the app at mamava.com/mobile-app.

You may also request a door code for entry from our receptionists in the Administration Office on Level 2 and by calling 503-235-7575.

Recycle and Compost:
Spend some time at the Oregon Convention Center and you’ll soon catch on that we’re “greener” than most event venues. You’ll encounter options to recycle and compost items you no longer want or can’t keep, so please sort them carefully into the receptacles we provide.

If you have a reusable bottle for your water, look for the bottle fill stations at our water fountains too! 

Printing Nearby:
The nearest shipping services are available at FedEx Office Print & Ship Center, located at 1605 NE 7th Avenue. The phone number is 503-284-2129.

Restrooms:
Accessible restroom facilities
are available in the Oregon Convention Center public areas, including family and gender-neutral restrooms. Some are even kind of famous for the artwork inside!

Transportation

Portland International Airport:
Just 8 miles from Portland International Airport (PDX) (8 miles from the Oregon Convention Center)

Public Transportation:
Portland’s TriMet MAX light rail stops 300 times a day at our front door, connecting riders to downtown, surrounding neighborhoods, the Oregon Zoo, and Portland International Airport.

Portland Streetcar’s Central Loop stops at our MLK Lobby entrance every 15 minutes.

TriMet’s Bus Line No. 6 also stops at the MLK Lobby entrance and provides access to downtown stops and outlying areas. On days with a busy event schedule, public transportation provides the easiest arrival and departure experience.

  • Navigate Trimet’s Trip Planner
  • Get Around via the Portland Streetcar

United States Travel Guidelines

Due to increasing delays in securing visas to the U.S., it is strongly encouraged that you begin this process immediately to ensure approval. Please refer to the following website for additional information and assistance: www.national-academies.org/visas.

United States travel restrictions related to COVID-19 continue to ease, but please check with your airline and at the following link(s) for any recent updates before confirming travel.

  • United States Travel Guidelines (Center for Disease Control)
  • Pennsylvania Travel Guidelines

About Portland

Portland is on the northwestern border of the state of Oregon, in the Pacific Northwest region of the United States, north of California, and south of Washington. Portland, Oregon’s largest city, is 78 miles (126 km) from the Oregon Coast, at the convergence of two major rivers (the Columbia and Willamette), near the Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood, Willamette Valley wine country, and other regional destinations. The Portland metro area rests on traditional village sites of the Multnomah, Wasco, Cowlitz, Kathlamet, Clackamas, Bands of Chinook, Tualatin Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other tribes.

  • Things to Do in Portland

Climate:
Portland has a moderate climate, with dry, warm summers and cool, wet winters that bring rain but little snow. The mild weather in Portland makes it easy to enjoy the city’s neighborhoods and outdoor areas year-round. Average November Temperature: 41–53 Fahrenheit (5–12 C). Learn More

Safety:
Portland is a safe city for visitors. Like many cities, Portland is confronting issues related to social justice, livability, and the coronavirus pandemic. But for a major American city, Portland continues to have comparatively low rates of violent crime. Of course, it makes sense for visitors to Portland to exercise caution, stay aware of their surroundings, and take steps to learn more about safety in Portland.

Housing Update
AVS Housing is closed, however, Hyatt Regency Portland is still accepting reservations at the group rate. Click here to be directed to the Hyatt Regency website to reserve a room in the AVS block.

If you need to make a change or cancel an existing reservation, please contact your hotel directly beginning October 25th.

Hotel      Phone
Courtyard Downtown      503-234-3200
Crowne Plaza Downtown      503-233-2401
Doubletree Hotel      503-281-6111
Hotel Eastlund      503-235-2100
Hyatt Regency      971-222-1234

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Major Awards Deadline:
March 31, 2023

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May 31, 2023

Call for Late-Breaking Abstracts Deadline:
September 15, 2023

Early Registration Deadline:
October 2, 2023

Housing/Hotel Extended Deadline:
October 18, 2023

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Yvonne Towse
Conference Administrator
125 Maiden Lane; Suite 15B
New York, N.Y. 10038
yvonne@avs.org

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