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Hotel and Travel

CONFERENCE LOCATION

JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort
3800 W. Starr Pass Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85745
Tel: 520-792-3500
Map and Directions
Hotel

HOTEL RESERVATIONS


JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort - 
SOLD OUT

  • Online Reservations
  • Phone Reservations: 800-228-9290
  • Group Code: GHCGHCA
  • Room rate: $182 per night for a single/double
  • Check in time is 4:00 pm, check out time is 12:00 pm
  • Read about the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort’s green initiatives.


Doubletree Hotel Tucson at Reid Park - CALL FOR AVAILABILTY

This is the official overflow hotel for attendees, and is located 10 miles from the JW Marriott.

A conference shuttle will be available to take guests to/from the JW Marriott.

  • Online Reservations
  • Enter this Group Code after you select your check in/out dates: GHC
  • Phone Reservations: (800) 222-8733
  • Room rate: $135 per night for a single/double
  • Check in time is 3:00 pm, check out time is 12:00 pm
  • The hotel’s shuttle can take guests within a 3 mile radius (U of A, downtown, mall, Marriott University Park hotel) based on availability.   

Other hotels in Tucson.

HOTEL PARKING

Self-parking will be complimentary for GHC attendees at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and the Doubletree.  Parking will be available for a fee at the Marriott University Park Hotel.

INTERNET ACCESS

Free high-speed WiFi will be available in guest rooms and public spaces at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort and the Doubletree. A CyberCafe will also be available at the conference.

AIR TRAVEL

The nearest airport is the Tucson International Airport (TUS). The airport is about 13 miles from JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort.

GROUND TRANSPORTATION

The JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort does not offer airport transportation.

AAA Sedan Service
Advance reservations are recommended.  You will travel in a private, unmarked Lincoln Town Car.

Rates are $35 one-way or $65 roundtrip.  For 10 passengers, the rates are $65 one-way and $130 roundtrip.   

Book online or call (520) 594-9444.  Mention the group code “Grace Hopper”.

After claiming your luggage, check in at the AAA sedan counter between baggage carousels 4 and 5.

Arizona StageCoach Shuttle
This is the recommended door-to-door transportation service to/from the Tucson Airport. Advance reservations are highly recommended.

Rates are $23 one-way, or $40 roundtrip. For 10 passengers the rates are $60 one-way, or $115 roundtrip. This rate applies for trips to/from the JW Marriott, Marriott University Park, and other hotels within a 5 mile radius of the Marriott University Park which is downtown.

Book your shuttle online or call (520) 889-1000. Mention this code (or enter it online next to “group, corporate, or frequent rider id”) to get this special rate for travel dates between September 25 - October 7 “GHC2009″.

After claiming your luggage, please check in at the Arizona StageCoach counter between baggage carousels 4 and 5.

TUCSON ATTRACTIONS

Treat yourself to a spa treatment or a round of golf at the JW Marriott Starr Pass Resort. Book now and take advantage of the special discounts for GHC attendees.

The Flandrau Science Center features hands-on science exhibits, a multimedia planetarium, and much more.

The Main Gate Square is a great spot for shopping and dining.

The Museum of Art offers a variety of images that inform and inspire.

The Arizona History Museum offers exhibits depicting the history of southern Arizona and northern Mexico.

The Arizona State Museum is the oldest and largest anthropology museum in the region.

The Center For Creative Photography offers archives and individual works by 20th century North American photographers.

Follow the Presidio Trail on a 2.5 mile historical walking tour of downtown Tucson. Or take a Segway Guided Tour.

Check out the Tucson Visitor Center for complete tourist information.