Hotel & Travel

Hotel Accommodations

Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront
1401 SW Naito Parkway
Portland, OR 97201

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Reservations: 503.226.7600 or 800.228.9290

AGA Room Rate: $93 (Plus Tax)

Reservation Deadline: October 21, 2005

The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront Hotel sits on the banks of the Willamette River with Mt. Hood as a breathtaking backdrop. Stunning views, convenience to the heart of downtown Portland, and access to major highways make our location ideal for this year’s conference. The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront is just minutes away from great restaurants, shopping and performing arts venues.

The room rate is $93 (plus tax) per night. However, this rate is only guaranteed until Friday, October 21, 2005, or until the room block sells out. Reservations received after October 21, or after the room block has been filled, will be made on a space-available basis, and may be subject to higher rates. To make reservations call the Marriott Portland Downtown Waterfront at 800.228.9290. Be sure to mention that you are attending the "AGA PMC."

The Marriott requires a credit card for confirming reservations. A check or money order in the amount of one night's stay may also be used to guarantee a room. Please Note: reservations must be cancelled at least two weeks prior to the check-in date to avoid a cancellation penalty of $93, or one night's stay.
 

Hotel rooms are assigned on a first-come, first-served basis until the hotel is sold out. Make your reservations early!

Travel Information

Portland International Airport (PDX) is one of the fastest-growing major airports in the U.S. Served by 16 international and domestic airlines, it offers direct or nonstop service to more than 100 cities worldwide. The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront is located just 20 minutes from the airport.

You have the choice of using your own travel agent or purchasing tickets online through sites such as Expedia, Orbitz and Travelocity.

Ground Transportation

The pickup area for taxis, town cars and shuttle buses is located in the center section of the airport terminal's lower roadway on the baggage claim and departure level. There are several easy, convenient ways to get to the conference hotel.

Shuttle Service

Blue Star provides shuttle service from the Portland International Airport to the Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront. The fare is $13 one-way, or $26 roundtrip. From the airport, shuttle service runs every 30 minutes from 5 a.m. – 11:59 p.m. From the airport, service runs from 5 a.m. – 5 p.m. This is a shared ride service and shuttles may make stops at other hotels before reaching the hotel. Travel time is approximately 45 minutes.

For more information, contact Blue Star by phone at 800.247.2272, or via e-mail, info@bluestarbus.com.

Taxi Cab/Town Car Service

Taxi service is available 24 hours per day. The average one-way taxi fare is $38. This is a metered ride and takes approximately 35 minutes. If arriving with a group of three of four friends, then this may be an economical alternative.

Town Car service is also available. Please confirm rates before arranging travel.

Car Rental

Most major rental car companies also provide service to the Portland International Airport. Contact your preferred car rental company to make arrangements and confirm rates.

Parking

The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront offers valet parking for hotel guests at a rate of $23 per day (unlimited in and out privileges). If you are not a guest at the hotel, parking is available for a charge of $5 per hour.

MAX Light Rail

TriMet's Metropolitan Area Express (MAX) Light Rail system connects the communities of Portland, Gresham, Beaverton and Hillsboro, and the Portland Airport. MAX Red Line light rail services run from PDX to downtown Portland every 15 minutes. A one-way trip from the airport to downtown Portland takes approximately 38 minutes and costs $1.65. You can purchase tickets from automated ticket machines located in the airport lobby near baggage claim as well as on the MAX station platform.

The Portland Marriott Downtown Waterfront is located on the Blue, Red and Yellow Lines at Morrison/SW 3rd Avenue Station. The hotel is just a short cab ride (nine blocks) away.

Explore Portland

As you can see by perusing the program, the National Performance Management Conference promises to be a tremendous learning experience for all attendees. While you’re here, we invite you to take time to enjoy everything Portland has to offer.

Maybe you've heard that the city of Portland, Oregon has been proclaimed as North America's "Best Big City," according to Money magazine. One visit will explain why. Come get a first-hand look at its unmatched natural beauty, bustling local scene, and sumptuous dining -- all effortlessly accessed thanks to the light-rail system.

Wherever you go in Portland, you’re never far from an art house cinema, performance space or gallery. You're never more than five minutes from a brewpub or gourmet coffee shop, and always just a puddle’s jump away from a farmers market, park or garden. It’s easy to find your way around Portland’s vibrant arts and cultural scene. Though it's not easy being green, it's exactly why so many visitors flock here, year-round. Portland is a great place for AGA’s PMC and a great place to bring your family.

Visit the Portland Oregon Visitors Association at www.pova.com, where you will find a wealth of information about on local attractions, museums, dining, day trips and helpful hints for enjoying your stay.

Weather

Portland's weather belies the stereotype of the rainy Pacific Northwest. The average annual rainfall is less than that of Atlanta, Birmingham, Houston, Indianapolis or Seattle. Which is not to say that it doesn't rain in Portland—it does—on average, 36.3 inches per year. But the precipitation keeps Portland impossibly green and helps enforce a casual, comfortable dress code.

The average high temperature in November is 53 degrees and the average low is 40 degrees. Temperatures may vary from day to day so please dress accordingly. For your comfort, we recommend you bring a light sweater or jacket, as meeting rooms may be cool. A coat check will be available.