Location & Lodging
Looking for places to go and things to do while in Rochester?
The Rochester CVB has put together a page of great information for MLA conference-goers. Check it out!
Location
Mayo Civic Center
30 Civic Center Dr SE
Rochester, MN
» map and directions
» transportation suggestions
» dining suggestions
Lodging
MLA has reserved rooms at three Rochester hotels for your convenience.
Kahler Grand Hotel20 SW 2nd Ave |
Convention Headquarter Hotel Availability: Tuesday through Thursday (Friday check-out) Rates (per night): $89 Reservations: Visit www.kahler.com. Click the Kahler Grand, then reservations. Choose the dates you want to stay and then click “click here for special rates.” In the box that says “group code,” enter the code mnlibrary. Click “check availability.” The group rates and room types will pull up and you may pick your room type. Alternatively, you may call 800-533-1655 to make your reservations. Reservation deadline: September 7, 2010 |
Doubletree Hotel Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area150 S Broadway |
Sold out. Please consider a room at the Hilton Garden Inn (below). |
Hilton Garden Inn225 S Broadway |
Availability: Tuesday through Thursday (Friday check-out) Rate: $102 per night Reservations: Reserve online here or call 507-285-1234 and ask for the Minnesota Library Association Education Conference rate Reservation deadline: September 14, 2010 |
Transportation Suggestions
From MSP (Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport) to your Rochester hotel:
- Go Rochester Direct – a company that provides shuttles from Minneapolis to Rochester hotels
From RST (Rochester International Airport) to your hotel:
- RST taxi & limo services
- RTS shuttle services: Just hop on a shuttle at the airport and tell the driver which hotel you want. Shuttles to the DoubleTree or Hilton cost $11.50, which will be added to your room charge. Shuttles to Kahler cost $23.
- ADA transportation services: Visit the Rochester CVB list of specialized transportation services for alternative transportation options.
From your hotel to the Civic Center:
- Skyways: indoor and climate controlled! CVB/Mayo will provide maps, directional signage, and window clings from the hotels to the Civic Center.
- ADA transportation services: Visit the Rochester CVB list of specialized transportation services for alternative transportation options.
2010 Annual Conference
October 6-8, 2010
Mayo Civic Center • Rochester, MN