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2018 National Volunteer Conference Hotel Information

Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River North
350 W Mart Center Drive, Chicago, IL 60654

Blessings in a Backpack has a block of rooms being held at a discount rate for conference attendees. The group rate is valid thru June 4, 2018. After June 4, the rate will be $199/night + taxes.

• King Bed: $179/night + taxes *

• Two Double Beds: $179/night + taxes *
*Rate includes complimentary wireless internet in guest rooms.

Reservations:

Make an online reservation or call (800) 315-2621 and ask for the ‘BIB Conference rate.’

Click here for information about the Holiday Inn Chicago Mart Plaza River North.

Distance to hotel:

Midway International Airport – 11.3 miles | O’Hare International Airport – 17.3 mile
Driving directions to hotel

Airport Express (suggested transportation) provides round-trip shuttle service from Midway and O’Hare Airports. Book through this link and save 10%.

Uber makes travelling to and from the airport easy by allowing you to schedule a pick-up up to 30 days prior to the ride.

Chicago Transit Authority serves both airports, offering rail and bus service. The 24-hour CTA Blue Line connects directly to O’Hare, and the CTA Orange Line connects directly to Midway. Click here for full fare information and maps.

Hotel Guest Parking: The hotel does not offer valet parking. Overnight self-parking is $35 per night with in-and-out privileges. Parking fees are subject to change without notice.

Present your parking voucher to the Hotel’s front desk on the 15th floor for validation. Wolf Point Parking is located off the hotel front drive entrance. Garage clearance is 6.8ft. The parking garage cannot accommodate buses, motor coaches, or passenger vans.

Questions about the conference? Email Anita.