We are happy to partner with the Omni Providence Hotel to provide a block of reserved rooms at a discounted rate from 7/7/24 to 7/12/14.
The Omni is located at 1 W Exchange St, Providence, RI 02903, which is a ~10-minute walk from the main conference location, the Rhode Island School of Design Auditorium.
Reserve an individual room (Code: INTL CONGRESS ON SEXUAL PLANTS) $189/ night rate. NEWS: This rate is available until June 10, 2024 – book soon!
Reserve a student/trainee room (1-2 people/room) (Code: INTL CONGRESS ON SEXUAL PLANTS STUDENTS) $159/night. These rooms have two beds and students have the option to find roommates with whom they can share the cost. One person will need to book the room – charges can be shared at checkout. NEWS: This rate is available until June 10, 2024 – book soon!
Most people will want to check-in on 7/5/2024 or 7/6/2024. Unfortunately, these dates are outside of the reserved room block. The best way to make a reservation for these nights is by calling the Central Reservations Line: 1-402-952-6646. They can assist with making a ‘back to back reservation’ which is what you’ll need. Please be prepared to provide the room booking code (INTL CONGRESS ON SEXUAL PLANTS STUDENTS) when you call. You can also use this link to book nights outside the room block – only use this for nights other than 7/7/24 to 7/12/14 – you will not receive the discounted rate.
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Additional Lodging Options for those who have not booked at the Omni:
Air Travel: Providence is close the T.F. GREEN (PVD) and BOSTON LOGAN INTERNATIONAL (BOS) airports.
You can travel from PVD to the conference site or Omni hotel by train, cab, or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft).
You can travel from BOS to the conference site or Omni hotel using public transportation (MBTA Silver line to Boston South Station, then either AMTRAK or MBTA Commuter Rail from Boston South Station to Providence); the Peter Pan Bus company (BOS to Downtown Providence), or rideshare service (Uber/Lyft) is also possible, but will be expensive. The Providence train station is within walking distance of the Omni hotel.
Train: The Providence train station is within walking distance of the Omni hotel and is served by AMTRAK and the MBTA Commuter Rail system.
Bus: The Peter Pan Bus company offers service to Providence
Car: Cars can be rented at PVD or BOS. Please check here for parking information.
Travel Visa: For those attendees who are required to apply for a travel visa to the US and need an letter of invitation for participation, please contact Daphne Goring d.goring@utoronto.ca
- Information on US Visas and the Electronic System for Travel Authorization:
- https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/tourism-visit/visa-waiver-program.html
- https://travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas/visa-information-resources/wizard.html
Parking Information
Near the Conference
Rhode Island School of Design (RISD)
There is free parking on the weekends in all RISD Parking lots. The closest lot to 20 Washington Place and the Auditorium (Conference venues) is P5: South Main Street Lot (131 Canal Street).
Around Providence
Here is the website for Metrolot: http://www.metroparkltd.com/ They operate additional paid parking lots in downtown Providence.
Near the Omni
Omni Hotel
Valet Parking Omni Providence:
One West Exchange Street, Providence RI 02903
Overnight – $34
Day Parking -$16 (Up to 10 Hours)
Unlimited In and Out Privileges
Charges will be billed to the Guest’s Reservation as an Incidental Charge
Convention Center
RICC PARKING RATE
$20.00- Each Time Going In and Out
Omni Hotel Guests must pay directly to the Garage’s attendant upon exit. The 4th Floor of the North Garage on the East Side is connected to the Omni Providence Hotel.
Near the Aloft Hotel
Aloft Hotel Valet – Daily: $38.00