Exclusive discounts on hotel rates are available in the SATELLITE 2009 official hotels--the Renaissance Hotel, 999 9th St. NW; the Embassy Suites Hotel, 900 10th St. NW and the Hampton Inn, 901 6th St. NW.
Please book your hotel rooms through the SATELLITE 2009 housing bureau for your discounted room rate. Online booking for hotel rooms is no longer available, please call 800-826-3079 or +1-310-590-4706 to make your hotel reservations.
Driving Directions and Parking
Whenever possible, we recommend that you take public transportation to and from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center as there is very limited parking around the center.
The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is located:
801 Mount Vernon Place, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20001 Mapquest Directions Here
By Car - The Walter E. Washington Convention Center is located between 7th and 9th Streets and N Street and Mt. Vernon Place in downtown DC, right across from the new City Museum. For detailed driving directions, visit the Walter E. Washington Convention Center web site.
Parking Information - Whenever possible, we recommend that you take public transportation to and from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center as there is very limited parking in and around that area. If you plan to drive, allow for plenty of time to park. A map and listing of nearby parking lots is available.
Public Transportation
Whenever possible, we recommend that you take public transportation to and from the Walter E. Washington Convention Center as there is very limited parking around the center. Washington, DC's subway system, Metro, accesses the Convention Center, Ronald Regan International Airport, Union Station and nearby attractions.
METRO: If traveling by Metro, the Walter E. Washington Convention Center is the Mt. Vernon Square/7th Street/Convention Center stop on the yellow and green lines. Entrance/Exits for the Metro are located inside of the convention center. For more information and to plan your route, visit the Metro Ride Guide.
Air Travel
There are 3 major international airports that serve the metropolitan Washington, DC area:
The Capital City provides the perfect backdrop for the SATELLITE 2009 Conference and Exhibition. Its expansive dining options, shopping and extensive history and culture will enhance your visit to the event.
Washington Monument
Open 9:00 am - 4:45 pm daily. Tickets are available at the Kiosk from 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, advanced reservations are available.
The White House
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW.
