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Accommodations
Phoenix, AZ June 24–26, 2013
A Core Knowledge room block has been made available at the Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South at the rate of $109.00. This special rate is available until June 1st. To book accommodations, call the Homewood Suites by Hilton Phoenix Airport South and say "Core Knowledge":
4750 E. Cotton Center Blvd.
Phoenix, AZ 85040
602-470-2100
Website (to book rooms, please call)
Map
Complimentary amenities:
- "Suites Start" hot breakfast buffet daily
- Welcome Home Reception Monday-Thursday (includes dinner, beer, wine, and soda)
- 24-hour Business Center
- Free High Speed Wireless in all Suites
- 24-hour Executive Fitness Center
- Shuttle Service within a 5 mile radius of hotel includes Desert Willow Conference Center and Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, including downtown ASU Tempe nightlife.
Other hotels in the area:
Courtyard Phoenix Airport - 480-966-4300
Phoenix Marriott Tempe at the Buttes - 602-225-9000
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Airport South - 602-438-8688
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