Science Olympiad State Tournament
Lodging Information
Best Western InnTowner Hotel
The closest private hotel to the engineering campus is the Best Western InnTowner. You can visit their web site: http://www.inntowner.com/ . If you call the hotel directly and mention the group code "Science", you can get a special flat rate for a room with two queen beds for $94. You will be allowed to put up to four people in a room. This is actually a large savings for this hotel. Seventy rooms have been set aside for the Science Olympiad; however, they will be released on March 11, 2008. You can still get rooms after that date at a higher rate if they are still available. If you experience any problems, please contact Amy in the Sales office (608-233-8778 ext. 535).
A couple of advantages of using this hotel are:
- An indoor pool
- On-site restaurant and 24/7 Market
- Free shuttle service to campus
- Parking cars, vans and SCHOOL BUSES
- Right on a city bus route
Make certain to fax a Tax Exemption Certificate 72 hours before April 11, 2008 if you want to avoid paying taxes on your rooms. Fax # (608) 233-1325.
Friedrick Center
The quietest University Housing is tucked in a wooded setting on the shores of Lake Mendota on the west end of campus away from the hustle and bustle of downtown Madison. You can visit their web site: http://conferencing.uwex.edu/friedrick_lodging.cfm. If you call the center directly and mention the Science Olympiad, you can get a room for $62.00 for one person and $10.00 for each additional person in the room. Most rooms have two European double beds (smaller than a queen). You will be allowed to put up to three people in a room. 39 rooms have been set aside for the Science Olympiad, however, they will be released on March 14, 2008. Individual schools should call the Friedrick Center at 608-231-1341 to book their reservations and pay with a school credit card or check. If you experience any problems, please ask for Linda Fleming when calling the above number.
A couple of advantages of using this hotel are:
- Tennis and basketball courts next door
- Taxi service to anywhere on campus
- Complimentary breakfast
- Parking for cars and vans by permit at front desk. You can park all day on Friday; however, obtain your permit when you arrive.
A disadvantage:
- NO BUS PARKING at Friedrick Center - FREE bus parking in lot 132 during the day on Friday and in Lot 60, close to Friedrick Center, after 4:30 PM on Friday and all day Saturday. No permit required.
No Tax Exemption Certificate necessary as no tax is charged on your rooms.
Lowell Center
A campus hotel facility on the east end of campus which is situated near Madison's vibrant State Street. You can visit their web site: http://www.conferencing.uwex.edu/lowell_lodging.cfm . If you call the center directly and mention the Science Olympiad, you can get a room for $62.00 for one person and $10.00 for each additional person in the room. Most rooms have two European double beds (smaller than a queen). You will be allowed to put up to four people in a room. 39 rooms have been set aside for the Science Olympiad, however, they will be released on March 11, 2008. Individual schools should call the Lowell Center at 608-256-2621 to book their reservations and pay with a school credit card or check. If you experience any problems, please ask for Joe Way when calling the above number.
A couple of advantages of using this hotel are:
- Indoor Olympic size swimming pool and sauna
- Exercise room
- Complimentary breakfast
- Parking for cars and vans by permit at front desk. You can park all day on Friday; however, obtain your permit when you arrive.
A disadvantage:
- NO BUS PARKING at Lowell Center - FREE bus parking in lot 132 during the day on Friday and in Lot 60 after 4:30 PM on Friday and all day Saturday. No permit required.
No Tax Exemption Certificate necessary as no tax is charged on your rooms.
Clarion Suites Madison-Central
This hotel is conveniently located on the Alliant Energy Center grounds and connected to the Exhibition Hall. Call the hotel directly to make reservations at 608-284-1234 and mention "Science Olympiad" for the group rate of $94.00. The rooms will be held until March 11th and then they will be released. You can still make reservations if rooms are available up until the day of your arrival. For any questions, Please contact Ben in the sales office at 608-284-1234 ext 6413. Please visit the website at www.clarionhotel.com/hotel/wi103 .
A few advantages of using this hotel are:
- Complementary hot breakfast buffet
- High speed internet
- Parking for cars, vans and SCHOOL BUSES
- Indoor pool
- Exercise room
- Most suites have two queen-size beds with a pull-out sofa to sleep up to 6
- Kitchen area in the suites
A disadvantage
- About 4 miles from campus
Make certain to fax a Tax Exemption Certificate 72 hours before April 11, 2008 if you want to avoid paying taxes on your rooms. Fax # (608) 284-9401.
