September 6, 2010

Accommodation

IMPORTANT NOTE REGARDING ACCOMMODATION
As of Friday 30 April, the ISF Secretariat is no longer handling hotel reservations. For hotel booking changes or cancellations, please contact your hotel directly – contact information below

Rooms will be subject to availability and prevailing rates at the individual hotels.  Congress negotiated rates may not apply. 

The Fairmont Palliser
113 – 9th Avenue SW, Calgary Alberta Canada T2P 2M3
Tel: +1 866 540 4477 or +1 403 262 1234
www.fairmont.com/palliser/
Contact:  Jeannie Light
Tel: +1 403 260 1290   Fax: +1 403 266 1796
email:  jeannie.light@fairmont.com

Hyatt Regency Calgary
700 Centre St. SE, Calgary AB T2G 5P6
Contact: Reservations Department
Tel: +1 800 233 1234 or +1 403 717 1234
email:  reservationscalrc@hyatt.com
www.hyattregencycalgary.com

Calgary Marriott Hotel
110 – 9th Ave SE, Calgary Alberta Canada T2G 5A6
Tel: +1 800 896 6878 or +1 403 266 7331
www.calgarymarriott.com
Contact:  Hans Jansen
Tel: +1 403 261 8509   Fax: +1 403 261 8565
email:  hans.jansen@marriott.com

Comfort Inn & Suites 
2369 Banff Trail NW, Calgary Alberta Canada T2M 4L2
Tel: +1 866 789 2581 or +1 403 289 2581   Fax: +1 403 284 3897
www.choicehotels.ca/hotels/hotel?hotel=CN387
Contact:  Charn Lalli
email:  gm.cn387@choicehotels.com

EconoLodge Inn & Suites
2231 Banff Trail NW, Calgary Alberta Canada T2M 4L2
Tel: +1 800 917 7779 or +1 403 289 1921   Fax: +1 403 282 2149
www.econolodgecalgary.com/inn/about.html
Contact:  Alesha Fredriksen or Zeenat Ladak
email:  zeenatladakecono@shaw.ca

Quality Inn University
2359 Banff Trail NW, Calgary Alberta Canada T2M 4L2
Tel: +1 800 661 4667 or +1 403 289 1973
www.qualityinnuofc.com
Contact:  Rosalind Warren
Tel: +1 403 338 4401   Fax: +1 403 282 1241
email:  manager@qualityinnuofc.com

Different from previous Congresses, the ISF World Seed Congress 2010 features three host hotels - The Fairmont Palliser, Hyatt Regency Calgary and Calgary Marriott Hotel. All three hotels are connected to the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre and only a short walking distance away - all under cover. Another three hotels - the Comfort Inn and Suites University, Econo Lodge Inn and Suites, Quality Inn University - are located on Banff Trail which is a brief train ride from the Convention Centre.

Please Note:

  • A full breakfast IS NOT INCLUDED at any of the hotels.
  • The rate for a standard room applies to single (one person) or double (two persons) occupancy.
  • Bed widths are approximately 190 cm for king bed and 150 cm for queen beds.

Non-Smoking Policy
All hotels have a strict non-smoking policy for public spaces inside the hotel. Designated smoking areas are available. Please check with your hotel at check-in.

Transportation and Driving Directions
Information about how to get to the three downtown host hotels (driving, taxi, shuttle service) from the Calgary airport can be found in the How to Get to Calgary section of the Congress website.  The best way to travel between the three Banff Trail hotels and downtown is on the Light Rail Transit (LRT), also described in the How to Get to Calgary section.

How to Reserve Hotel Accommodation
Participants are advised to make their room reservation through the Congress Secretariat at Congress-negotiated rates. This can be done on-line by completing and submitting your registration form or by submitting a printed version of the registration form.

Confirmation of Hotel Reservation
Hotel reservations will be processed on a first-come, first-served basis. Every attempt will be made to accommodate your request. However ISF cannot be held responsible for non-availability of rooms in your hotel of choice. One night's deposit (room cost plus taxes) will be charged at the time of registration. The balance of the hotel accommodation fee and any additional charges will be paid at the hotel reception desk at check-out. Participants will be required to supply a credit card at the time of check-in. Check-in and check-out times are 15:00 h and 12:00 h respectively. Confirmation of your Congress registration will include confirmation details on your hotel reservation. A separate hotel confirmation will be emailed to you from the hotel in May.

Rooms have been blocked at all hotels between 26 May and 5 June 2010. If you require accommodation outside this time period, ISF will try to accommodate your request. For rooms with 2 Queen beds, suites, a third bed for a child or other special room requests, please contact ISF at register@worldseed.org.

NOTE:  After 30 April 2010 delegates MUST make their reservations or booking changes directly with the congress hotels or contact isf2010bt@gmail.com.

Cancellation Policy for Hotel Accommodation
For information on cancellation requests and refunds, refer to the Cancellation Policy section of the website.

Congress Hotels (Host Hotels)

All rates quoted are per room per night. Taxes extra.
Check-in time is 15:00 h. Check-out time is 12:00 h.

Name of Hotel Description and Location Rate
Standard Room
The Fairmont Palliser
SOLD OUT
A tribute to the era of grand railway hotels with elegant décor and gracious service. Luxury like the finest hotels in Europe. 5 minute walk to the Convention Centre. CAD 235
Hyatt Regency Calgary
SOLD OUT
More contemporary style combined with heritage architecture. Distinctive leather furnishings and a favourite for corporate oil executives. 3 minute walk to the Convention Centre. CAD 219
Calgary Marriott Hotel
SOLD OUT
Provides contemporary accommodations and unites attentive hospitality with brilliant amenities. 2 minute walk to the Convention Centre. CAD 199

Banff Trail Hotels
All rates quoted are per room per night. Taxes extra.
Check-in time is 15:00 h. Check-out time is 12:00 h.

Name of Hotel Description and Location Rate
Standard Room
Comfort Inn and
Suites University
Located on Banff Trail near the University of Calgary. 12 minute ride by light rail train. CAD 103 for 1 King
CAD 113 for 2 Queen beds
Econo Lodge Inn and Suites University Located on Banff Trail near the University of Calgary. 12 minute ride by light rail train. CAD 95 for 2 Queen beds
Quality Inn University Located on Banff Trail near the University of Calgary. 12 minute ride by light rail train. CAD 119 for 1 King
CAD 125 for 2 Queen beds