HOTELS & TRAVEL

HOTEL POLICIES

Conference Location: Kentucky International Convention Center
221 S 4th St, Louisville, KY 40202

Eight hotels are offered at special conference pricing for attendees and exhibitors.

Galt House Hotel

$285 per night

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Courtyard Downtown

$329 per night

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Hyatt Regency

$349 per night

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Marriott Downtown

$349 per night

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Fairfield Inn

$275 per night

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Springhill Suites

$275 per night

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Omni Hotel

$315 per night

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Embassy Suites

$329 per night

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Join Us in Louisville!

The Bourbon City

With a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, world-class hotels, and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville offers something for everyone. The compact downtown area is extremely walkable, split into three main districts: Whiskey Row, Museum Row, and South Fourth Street. One block from the convention center, Main Street offers one of the country's largest collections of castiron facades, an exceptional architectural exploration for those interested.

Louisville is a city inviting you to explore and enjoy, even if you're only visiting for a short time. We can't wait to see you there!



Louisville Visitor Page

Airport/Ground Transportation

The Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) is less than eight miles from the Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC) and downtown hotels. Visit flylouisville.com for more information.

Public Transportation

Getting around Louisville is easy with the city's public transit system, the Transity Authority of River City (TARC). TARC provides bus service throughout the city, including routes to and from the airport. For routes, schedules, and afare information, visit TARC or call (502) 585-1234.

Parking

Parking for the Kentucky International Convention Center (KICC) is available at the Cowger Garage and Commonwealth Garage. The Cowger Garage is located at 4th & Market Street (next to FedEx). The Commonwealth Garage is located on Jefferson Street between 3rd & 4th Streets and is connected to the Hyatt Regency Louisville. Parking rates vary. Please arrive early and view maps, parking details, and additional information on the KICC Maps & Parking page.

 

Hotel Policies: Cancellations, Changes and Refunds

All hotel reservation cancellations require a completed Hotel Cancellation Form. Forms are also available in your account Dashboard. Please carefully review the cancellation policy to ensure you are aware of the timing and refunds available. The Conference cancellation policy applies to full reservation cancellations as well as each individual night cancelled when reducing a hotel stay. Cancellations are deemed eligible for a refund based on the date the cancellation form is submitted. Phone calls and emails are not acceptable forms of notification.

Changes to hotel reservations can only be accommodated through submission of the Hotel Reservation Adjustment Form. A reduction in the number of nights of a hotel stay is a cancellation of each reduced night and refund policies apply to any paid reservations. Hotel reservations may be moved from one Conference property to another at any time, subject to availability. A $35 change fee will apply to all reservation move requests received more than seven (7) calendar days after payment. Refunds are granted for all attendee purchases, including registration, based on the following sliding scale:

Cancellation ReceivedAmount Refunded
Within 7 days of purchase 100% Refund - Buyer's Remorse
June 1, 2026 - October 25, 2026 90% Refund
October 26, 2026 - November 24, 2026 75% Refund
November 25, 2026 - December 24, 2026 50% Refund
December 25, 2026 - February 25, 2027 No Refund

POSSIBLE FRAUD ADVISORY

HOTEL SCAM WARNING

Some companies exhibiting at the upcoming National ESEA Conference may be contacted by companies offering to provide rooms at Conference block hotels. These individuals are not affiliated in any way with the National ESEA Conference or Show Management. No representative from the Conference will ever call to solicit hotel rooms.  

Q: How did these people get my number?
A: Conference organizers do not give personal or company information to any outside group. However, anyone can review the list of exhibiting companies online and obtain contact information from your website.

Q: What if the offer sounds like a good deal?
A: Any participant at this event may purchase hotel reservations in any way that works best for the individual. Please keep in mind, however, that conference organizers will not be able to assist with any problems related to hotel reservations purchased outside of the official block.

Q: What are the risks of dealing with unknown companies to arrange hotel reservations?
A: Many disreputable companies collect credit card information and switch the reservation to a less desirable hotel just prior to check-in. Or, worse yet, they may sell credit card information on the black market. Providing credit card information over the telephone always entails risks.

Q: How can we reserve rooms in the official conference block?
A: All hotel reservations within the official conference block are exclusively available through your Account Dashboard on this website.

CONTACT LIST SCAM WARNING

Some companies exhibiting at the upcoming National ESEA Conference may be contacted by companies offering to sell extensive contact lists of conference attendees. These individuals are not affiliated in any way with the National ESEA Conference or Show Management, Franklin Street Management. The Association does not sell contact information.