Critical Race and Anti-Colonial Studies Conference
8-10 October 2010, Edmonton
The R.A.C.E. 2010 Conference Committee has a block of rooms booked at two nearby hotels. You must quote 2010 R.A.C.E. Conference Edmonton (8-10 October).
1. CAMPUS TOWERS SUITE HOTEL
Premium Suite 1 Queen (single or double): $149.0, not including taxes.
Reservation - Toll free: 1-800-709-1824 or directly through the Hotel: 780-439-6060.
Location: 11145-87 Avenue, Edmonton, Alberta T6G 0Y1
Web: http://www.campustower.com/urs/hotels/canada/alberta/edmonton/campus_tower/services
2. THE COAST EDMONTON PLAZA HOTEL
Comfort Room (2 double beds, single or double occupancy): $109, not including taxes.
For reservation use the web-address https://www.coastpromos.com/opn or call either 800-716-6199 or 780-423-7535 and ask for the 2010 R.A.C.E. Conference rate for the University of Alberta.
There are also a number of other hotels in the area, including:
Lister Hall Conference Centre
Registration Form
Lister Hall Conference Centre amenities include Continental breakfast, parking, and high-speed Internet access. Rooms available with Queen-size bed, or Twins. This is a Non-Smoking facility.
To reserve your room: 1-800-615-4807 or (780) 492-6057
Or fax your completed reservation form (download from this site) to: 780-492-7032
Lister Hall also offers dormitory-style housing.
DIRECTIONS:
Located on the U of Alberta Campus, a 10-15 minute walk from Conference site.
C102 Lister Centre
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB
T6G 2H6
Driving directions are the same as those for Campus Towers, except when you turn left onto 87th Avenue, keep driving West past 112 St and the Jubilee Auditorium. Lister Conference Centre is located next to the Jubilee auditorium, and across from the Butterdome.
Varscona Hotel
Varscona Hotel amenities include free valet parking, deluxe continental breakfast, coffee, morning paper, and complete training room access. Enjoy complimentary wine and cheese in the evenings. Located on Whyte Ave in the heart of Old Strathcona. A Second Cup is located on main floor of the hotel, and an array of boutiques and restaurants are just steps away.
To reserve your room: 1-888-515-3355 or (780) 434-6111
DIRECTIONS:
A 30 minute walk to the campus, or 10 minute bus-ride. Take the number 4 or 6 bus from Whyte Ave to the HUB Mall campus terminal. LRT and bus fare is $2.25, and is good for a round trip (hour and a half).
Varscona Hotel
8208 - 106 Street
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
T6E 6R9
Metterra Hotel
Metterra Hotel amenities include Valet parking, Business centre (24 hour access), Fitness centre (24 hour access), in-room high speed Internet, Wi-Fi access, and free morning newspaper.
Located on Whyte Avenue in the heart of the Old Strathcona District, surrounded by restaurants, cafes, and shops.
To reserve your room:1-866-465-8150 or (780) 465-8150
DIRECTIONS:
A 30 minute walk to the campus, or 10 minute bus-ride. Take the number 4 or 6 bus from Whyte Ave to the HUB Mall campus terminal. LRT and bus fare is $2.25, and is good for a round trip (hour and a half).
Metterra Hotel
10454 - 82 Avenue
Edmonton, Alberta
Canada
T6E 4Z7
The Sutton Place Hotel
Sutton Place Hotel rooms include a work desk, mini-fridge, and high-speed Internet access. Also includes access to Penthouse indoor pool, and Health Club. Parking is not included in price. The Sutton Place also features their famous Chocoholic Buffet, an all-you-can eat extravaganza every Thursday and Friday evening.
Located in Downtown Edmonton, Sutton Place is connected to the Edmonton City Centre Mall, and to the Churchill LRT (Light Rail Transit) Station by underground pedway, providing fast access to the University of Alberta Campus. The hotel is also at the centre of Edmonton's Arts District, just a quick walk from Winston Churchill Square, the Alberta Art Gallery, Citadel Theatre, and the Winspear Centre for the Performing Arts.
To reserve your room: 1-866-3-SUTTON or (780)428-7111
DIRECTION:
Sutton Place is a 20 minute LRT ride from the University Campus.
Sutton Place Hotel
10235-101 St
Edmonton, AB
T5J 3E9