AUCD 2024 Conference

November 3-6 | Washington, D.C.

Hotel Information

The Westin Washington, DC Downtown Hotel (previously the Renaissance Hotel) is located in the heart of the nation's capital, situated between the White House and Capitol Hill in the Penn Quarter District. The hotel is just a quick walk away from the Verizon Center, the Spy Museum, Chinatown, the National Portrait Gallery, and the world-famous National Mall monuments. Experience the historically and culturally rich area during your stay by taking a walk on the National Mall, having dinner at one of Chinatown's restaurants, hiking beside the Potomac River to enjoy some nature, or taking the metro to the Zoo.

Room block deadline extended to October 17. Book your room today!

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Reservations and Additional Information

The Westin Washington, DC Downtown Hotel
999 Ninth Street NW
Washington, DC, 20001
202-898-9000

AUCD 2024 room rate: $272/night for single or double occupancy.

Room block deadline extended to October 17.

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The Westin DC has 24 ADA rooms, 10 of which have roll-in showers. All of the hotels' roll-in shower rooms are in AUCD's room block.

If you've requested an ADA room through your reservation at the Westin, please also complete this form to notify Kari Rice, AUCD's Event Manager, to ensure your request is received. If you have any questions, please email Kari at [email protected].

Accessibility features as listed on the hotel's website:

  • Accessible guest rooms have a 32 inch wide opening
  • Guest room strobe light smoke detectors & door knockers
  • Guest room vibrating alarm clocks & lamp-telephone flashers
  • Telephone amplifiers
  • Close Caption devices for televisions
  • Induction loop system
  • Notched room keys & a TDD reservation phone line
  • Braille publications: restaurant menus, guest room directories, telephone directories, television instructions
  • Fitness center entrance is accessible
  • Main entrance is accessible
  • Registration desk and the pathway to it are accessible
  • Restaurants, lounges, spa, business center entrance, and meeting spaces are all accessible
  • Service animals allowed for persons with disabilities
  • Hotel has on site accessible self-parking
  • Route to accessible guest rooms is accessible
  • Sensitivity training is provided to all employees

In addition to many food and gathering options in the Penn Quarter neighborhood, the Westin has several options for guests wishing to eat at the hotel. 

  • Root and Vine
    Mon-Fri
    6:30 AM - 10:00 AM
    11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
    5:00 PM - 10:00 PM
    Sat-Sun
    7:00 AM - 11:00 AM
    11:00AM - 2:00 PM
    5:00 PM - 11:00 PM

  • The Bar at Root and Vine
    Everyday
    3:00 PM - 12:00 AM

  • The Market at Root and Vine
    Everyday
    7:00 AM - 11:00 PM

  • Starbucks Coffee House (lobby level)
    Mon-Fri
    5:00 AM - 6:30 PM
    Sat
    5:00 AM - 5:00 PM
    Sun
    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

The Penn Quarter District is a restored historic neighborhood. Because it is so close to the Capital One Arena, the area has become a hub for arts and entertainment. There are plenty art galleries and theatres around if you are interested in cultural experiences. The neighborhood also features many different restaurants, nightclubs, and trendy stores.

  • The parking options at The Westin Washington, DC Downtown are: Hourly: $11.00; Daily: $48.00 Long Term Parking Valet: Daily: $65.00
  • Street parking is very limited in this area. Public transportation is strongly advised.
  • Metro Stations nearby: Gallery Place - Chinatown (Red, Green, and Yellow lines). View routes, the metro system map, and calculate your fares here.
  • View more transportation options on our Transportation page.