Conference Venue
The conference will be held in the City Side Convention Center of the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC). The DECC is located in the heart of Duluth on the waterfront, with skyway connections to downtown, right next to the Great Lakes Aquarium, and just a block from the historic canal park district and lift bridge. The DECC’s use of re-useable materials, waste minimization measures, and recycling and composting policies are a critical component of our goal to minimize the environmental impact of this conference.
Maps showing the location of the DECC and Downtown/Canal Park area are here.
For directions to the DECC:
- From Superior, WI
- From Grand Marais, MN
- From the Minneapolis, MN
- Select “Reserve a Room” from the menu at www.hiduluth.com
- Enter the dates of your stay (please call the hotel at 1.800.477.7089 if your stay will includes dates other than Oct 28-Oct 31)
- Leave Rate Selection at “Best Available” and enter “SLS” under Group Booking Code
- Select Check Availability, and choose a room.
- HOLIDAY INN HOTEL AND SUITES: 1-800-477-7089
- The Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites is located in the Holiday Center in downtown Duluth, directly connected to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center via an enclosed, climate controlled skywalk. Amenities include: hair dryers, coffee makers, wireless internet, irons, full size ironing boards and refrigerators in all rooms. The Holiday Inn features two pools, whirlpools, saunas, a fitness center, complimentary Internet service and meeting facilities. The hotel manages two restaurants and two lounges and there are additional restaurants and shops within the Holiday Center Complex. Parking is complimentary for hotel guests.
- RADISSON HOTEL DULUTH - HARBOR VIEW: 1-888-201-1718
- The Radisson Hotel Duluth-Harborview is also located in downtown Duluth and connected by climate-controlled skywalk to the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Amenities include Sleep Number® Beds, hair dryers, coffee makers, complimentary high speed wireless Internet, full-size ironing boards and irons in all rooms. Refrigerators and microwaves are offered upon availability. Guests enjoy the newly updated lobby, fitness center, pool, whirlpool, sauna and meeting space. The Radisson has a lounge and is home to Duluth’s unique revolving rooftop restaurant, the Top of the Harbor. The hotel just recently completed an extensive guest room renovation. Parking is complimentary for hotel guests.
- HAMPTON INN: 1-800-426-7866
- The Hampton Inn is located in the historical Canal Park just three blocks from downtown Duluth and three blocks from the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center. Amenities include a pool, whirlpool, exercise room, high speed Internet, guest laundry and meeting facilities. All rooms feature a refrigerator, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. All guests are welcome to enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast. Parking is complimentary for all hotel guests.
- THE INN ON LAKE SUPERIOR: 1-888-668-4352
- The Inn on Lake Superior is located in the historical Canal Park just 3 blocks from downtown Duluth and 2 blocks from the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center. Amenities include hair dryers, refrigerators, coffee makers, microwaves, irons and ironing boards. A deluxe complimentary breakfast served daily, nightly story time in the lobby and evening smore’s by campfire. There is a pool and roof top pool, whirlpool, sauna, exercise room, game room, free internet service and meeting facilities. Parking is complimentary for all hotel guests.
- COMFORT SUITES: 1-877-424-6423
- The Comfort Suites is located in the historical Canal Park just four blocks from downtown Duluth and two blocks from the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. Amenities include a pool, two whirlpools, high speed Internet, guest laundry and meeting facilities. All rooms feature a refrigerator, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron and ironing board. All guests are welcome to enjoy a deluxe continental breakfast. Parking is complimentary for all hotel guests.
- THE SUITES at Waterfront Plaza: 1-877-766-2665
- The Suites at Waterfront Plaza is located in the historical Canal Park, just three blocks from downtown Duluth and two blocks from the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center. These oversized newly remodeled suites feature fully equipped kitchens with full-size refrigerators, microwaves, range top stoves, dishwashers and coffee makers. Amenities include a pool, whirlpool, sauna, kiddie pool, fitness center, business center, meeting facilities, complimentary hot breakfast and a complimentary social hour Monday-Thursday. Wireless High Speed Internet Access available in all guest rooms and common areas. Parking is complimentary for all hotel guests.
Conference Accommodations
Conference attendees are eligible for a special rate of $69 at the Holiday Inn in Downtown Duluth, which is a short walk through the skyway to the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC) and close to numerous restaurants, bars, and shops. Complimentary shuttle service from the airport is also available.To reserve a room with the conference rate, please call the Holiday Inn at 1.800.477.7089 or follow these steps to reserve a room online:
Other local hotels are available. For more options, see VisitDuluth’s lodging page or Mapquest’s listings.
The Downtown and Canal Park areas are closest to the DECC. Some hotels within walking distance are:
