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OxfordEvolution 2010

The Pacific Northwest



Accommodations

There are a number of options for lodging at hotels (within a few blocks of the convention center), in dorm rooms on campus (15 minutes away by MAX light rail), and at regional camping facilities (30 - 40 minutes by car).  Negotiated rates on hotels are available during the meeting and for two days before and after the meeting dates for most of the hotels.  Dorm rooms are only available during the meeting and must be rented for all five nights. 

Hotels

We have negotiated special rates with a range of hotels that are all within a few blocks of the convention center and the MAX light rail.  These hotels are sponsoring our meeting by donating a portion of the room cost - please use these hotels for your stay!
>>>PLEASE MENTION "EVOLUTION 2010" TO GET DISCOUNT ROOM RATES<<<

A map of hotel locations around the Oregon Convention Center can be found here.

Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown/Convention Center ($139/night)

>>>Rooms still available at Crowne Plaza - call 503-233-2401 for reservations<<<

A high-end hotel at a discount price. Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center offers a restaurant and a bar/lounge. The property provides room service. In addition to an indoor pool and an outdoor pool, Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center provides a spa tub, a fitness facility, and a pool. This Portland property provides a complimentary airport shuttle. Crowne Plaza Portland Downtown Convention Center also offers a business center, wireless Internet access, and high-speed Internet access. The property has a 24-hour front desk.

Red Lion Hotel Convention Center ($119/night) (Sold Out)

Located across the street from a MAX light rail stop, this Red Lion Hotel provides fare reimbursement to guests who take the light rail from the Portland airport. Other amenities include complimentary wireless Internet access throughout the hotel and complimentary high-speed Internet access in a lobby business center. CafĂ© 10-2-1 serves American fare for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and Northwest microbrews and appetizers are available in the 6th-floor Windows Lounge. Guests can watch TV while working out in a fitness center with two treadmills, a stair machine, two bikes, bench press, and leg press. 

La Quinta Inn Convention Center ($104/night) (Sold Out)

A complimentary continental breakfast is served each morning. Recreational amenities at La Quinta Inn Portland Convention Center include an indoor pool and a fitness facility. La Quinta Inn Portland Convention Center also offers dry cleaning services and express check-out. The property has a 24-hour front desk. 

Inn at the Convention Center ($75/night) (Sold Out)

The Inn at the Convention Center is a two-star hotel, located adjacent to the Oregon  Convention Center.  The hotel is clean, but dated in appearance.  There are new bedspreads and drapes, adding to its appeal.  High-speed Internet access is available for guest use (spotty reception in some parts of the hotel), and the front desk can provide fax and business services. Use of a microwave is also available through the front desk. The Inn at the Convention Center offers a coin-operated laundry facility. Guests have complimentary access to the fitness center of a nearby hotel. Parking is complimentary.

Campus Dorms

Questions about dorm accomodations:  pdxevolutiondormmanager@gmail.com

A limited number of dorm rooms are available on the Portland State University campus- a 15 minute ride on the MAX light rail from the Oregon Convention Center.  The MAX station is within a block of both dorm buildings, so the MAX "Green" and "Yellow" lines provide door-to-door service to the convention center. 
 
All of the dormitory rooms are fully furnished with free wireless access, fans, coffee pots, phones, alarm clocks and linens (bedding and towels). All-you-can-eat dining is available at Victor's (inside Ondine, ground floor). Dorm rooms MUST BE RENTED FOR ALL FIVE NIGHTS OF THE CONFERENCE (check-in on Friday and check-out on Wednesday).  Dorm rooms are not available for rent on the days before and after the meeting.  Dorm reservations will be available with conference registration. 

The Ondine ($45/night - $225 for five nights) (Sold Out)

Private rooms with two single beds and a private bathroom.

The Broadway Building ($55/night $275 for five nights) (Sold Out)

European style rooms with two single beds, private bathrooms and kitchens. Green building with rainwater harvesting, low energy usage, and recycled materials design.
*Please make note of the following policies:
  1. The prices above are for one room with two beds and a private bath (in-room kitchen for Broadway dorms) for five nights. 
  2. You are responsible for finding a room mate if you want one.
  3. Cancellations must be made before June 11th by email to pdxevolutiondormmanager@gmail.com (with 'Housing Cancellation' in the subject line) to qualify for a refund.
  4. Cancellations made after June 11th are subject to no refund or partial refunds
  5. All refunds will be made after the end of the meeting.

Camping

Oxbow Regional Park (20 miles - tent site $9 - no reservations)

Milo McIver State Park (30 miles - tent site $15 - reservations)

Champoeg State Park (31 miles - tent site $16; Yurt $27; Cabin $35 - reservations)