Additional Information

Hotel Location

The Center City hotel sits along Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts, between the Wilma Theatre and the Academy of Music. Across from the Kimmel Center and a five-minute walk from the SEPTA Broad Street Line, which leads to the South Philadelphia Sports Complex. Enjoy a warm chocolate chip cookie on arrival and the sundeck by the atrium pool. Pets are welcome.

Did you know?

Your support in staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City helps keep the conference costs down, which directly affects your registration fees. SIAM guarantees the hotel that we will fill a certain number of “room nights” (rooms per night) during the conference. SIAM incurs penalties if too many attendees opt to stay in other hotels in the area or neglect to indicate to the hotel that they are with the SIAM conference. Currently, conference costs do not include meeting room rental. If SIAM fails to fill the contracted room block, SIAM is charged the cost for the meeting rooms daily, along with a hefty penalty. Future registration fees could increase to cover these additional risks.

Reservations

SIAM is holding a block of rooms at the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City. These rooms are being held on a first-come, first-served basis at the following discounted rates. Please be aware the room block fills quickly, so we suggest you make your hotel and travel plans early.

The group rate is guaranteed until 5:00 p.m. ET on May 9, 2023, or until the room block is full.

If rooms are available after the cutoff date, they will be offered at the best available rate.

Reservation Deadline – May 9, 2023 (or until the room block is filled)

Single/Double Room Rate*                         $189 per night plus 15.5% tax
Student Rate                                                $141.75 per night plus 15.5% tax Student rate rooms are SOLD OUT.
Student ID must be presented upon check-in. SIAM is able to negotiate a limited number of special student rate rooms. Please book early as these rooms sell out quickly!

Room rates include complimentary internet access.
All rooms based on availability.
All rates are subject to state and local occupancy taxes.
*Additional fees of $10 per person apply to triple and quad occupancy.

In the event that you find a lower room rate, please make the reservation at the lower rate and notify SIAM immediately ([email protected]). By doing this you will receive the lower rate and be counted towards the SIAM room block. However, please be aware by booking outside the SIAM room block at a lower rate, you may not receive the same benefits as rooms reserved in the SIAM room block (i.e. complimentary internet access).

To receive the SIAM rate, please make your reservations using the appropriate online reservation link or by calling the hotel directly and identifying yourself as a SIAM attendee:
Toll Free Reservations (U.S. and Canada): 1-800-445-8667
Direct Telephone Number: +1-215-893-1600

Do not make your reservation online using the hotel’s general website, as this will not allow you to obtain the SIAM group rate. Be sure to use the online reservation link above if making reservations online. Remember to get your confirmation number!

Reservations are not confirmed until acknowledged in writing by the hotel or verified by phone. Be sure to get a confirmation number from the hotel and be prepared to provide that number to the front desk clerk upon check-in at the hotel.

Cancellations

If you need to change or cancel your reservation, you must contact the hotel prior to 6:00 p.m. ET 48 hours prior to the scheduled arrival date to avoid a cancellation fee. You can contact the hotel at 1-800-445-8667 (U.S. and Canada) or +1-215-893-1600. Remember to get a cancellation number!

Check-In and Check-Out

Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. ET and check-out time is 11:00 a.m. ET.

Early Departure

The hotel may charge an early departure fee if an attendee checks out prior to the original checkout date. Attendees are responsible for informing the hotel of reservation changes as soon as possible and should confirm their scheduled departure date when checking into the hotel.

Deposit

The DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City requires a credit card to confirm and guarantee your reservation. The hotel will send out e-mail confirmations upon request.

Health Facilities

Hotel guests will have complimentary use of the fitness center.

Telephone Messages

The hotel operator can be reached at +1-215-893-1600. Telephone messages can be left in guest rooms for guests staying in the hotel.

Transportation

By Air

Attendees should make reservations directly with their preferred airline, travel agency or travel website.

Ground Transportation

Public Transportation from Airport
Taxis are available at the airport for transportation to the hotel. Please visit the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Philadelphia Center City website and click on “Location” to find local directions. SIAM also suggests you contact the hotel directly for any information about sharing transportation. Additional ground transportation information is available on the Philadelphia International Airport website.

By Train
Amtrak has a rail station in Philadelphia. To make train reservations through Amtrak, call (800) USA-RAIL, go to http://www.amtrak.com . Taxis are available at the train station for transportation to the hotel.

Rental Cars
Many major car rental companies have offices inside the airport terminal. You can make your arrangements when you arrive at the airport, or you can make them through your own travel agent.

Driving Directions
When using a phone or car GPS system for directions, SIAM highly recommends you contact the hotel directly at +1-215-893-1600 or visit their website for driving directions. In many cases, the street address of the building and the address you need to plug into the GPS are different.