Travel and Accommodations
Hotel Choices
Airport Transfers
Public Transportation
Hotels
Our conference properties still have limited availability at prevailing rates. We ask that you book with our conference hotels directly. This will ensure that you receive the best rate for the property, support SWE and receive the best available registration price. For any questions, please contact the conference manager at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .
Rosen Centre Hotel
9840 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819-8122
Reservations: 1-800-204-7234
The Rosen Centre is located less than one block from the convention center. This award-winning Orlando hotel establishes a spectacular standard of meeting quality. Exceptional facilities, a highly respected staff and one of Orlando's most beautiful accommodations assure comprehensive, in-house solutions to the meeting needs of groups ranging from 10 to 4,000. The Rosen Centre is also located just minutes from all of Orlando’s famous attractions. Delegates will enjoy a productive business environment as well as a superb Orlando vacation opportunity.
Five reasons to book your room at the Rosen Centre Hotel:
- The $195 rate includes complimentary guestroom internet access
- Rosen Centre is located conveniently next to the Orange County Convention Center
- Receive a 10 percent discount on all food and beverage outlets (excluding gratuity and alcohol)
- Rejuvinate and relax with a 20 percent discount at Body and Sol Spa
- Experience the new Tapas and Tequila Bar opening October, 2010
Rosen Plaza Hotel
9700 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819-8114
(located 1 block away from the Peabody Orlando)
Reservations: 1-800-627-8258
Website: rosenplaza.com
Rosen Plaza Hotel Orlando is located on the world famous International Drive, within walking distance to the newly renovated Pointe Orlando entertainment complex.
Collegiate Attendees:
WE10 has arranged two preferred properties available with special discounted rates and amenities. We ask that usage of these hotels be restricted to collegiate attendees.
Quality Inn Plaza
9000 International Drive
Orlando, FL 32819
Reservations: 407-996-8585
Website Reservations: https://reservations.ihotelier.com
Room features pillow-top mattress, refrigerator, microwave, coffeemaker, hairdryer, iron/board, writing desk with ergonomic chair, European-style wardrobe, complimentary electronic safe and free wireless internet access.
SpringHill Suites by Marriott
Orlando Convention Center/International Drive Area 8840 Universal Boulevard
Orlando, FL 32819
Reservations: 866-318-6343
High-speed internet access in guest suites, wireless high-speed internet in the lobby, kitchen with microwave, mini-refrigerator, wet bar and coffee/tea maker.
Peabody Orlando (SOLD OUT)
9801 International Drive
Orlando, Florida 32819
Reservations: 1-800-PEABODY
Website: peabodyorlando.com
The Peabody Orlando is located directly across the street from the Orange County Convention Center. The Peabody is a premiere Orlando Luxury hotel, maintaining a Forbes Four Star and AAA Four Diamond rating for 21 consecutive years. The hotel features the latest in technology, service and amenities, including 13 varied food and beverage outlets, a top tier spa and exercise facility, and generously sized rooms and suites exceeding industry standards. The Peabody Orlando is adjacent to Pointe Orlando for off-hours dining, shopping and entertainment options.
For questions, please contact the conference manager at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or 1-800-892-2858.
Airport Transfers
Mears Transportation Airport Shuttle
Provides a shuttle bus service to the conference hotels and the convention center. The trip takes approximately 45 – 60 minutes. The cost to International Drive hotels is $22 round trip and to Disney hotels is $33 round trip. Call 407.423.5566.
Note: if you purchased a Mears coupon you are able to receive the SWE 2010 discounted coupon rate. Be sure to print and bring with you.
Public Transportation
Orlando Taxi Cab Companies
(airport location and city)
Taxi’s can hold up to five (5) passengers for one rate:
- Yellow Cab (407.422.2222)
- Star Taxi (407.857.9999)
- Ace Metro Cab (407.855.1111)
- Diamond Cab (407.523.3333)
- Quick Cab (407.447.1444)
- Town & Country Cab (407.828.3035)
Approximate fares:
Airport to International Drive: $23 one-way / $38 round trip
Airport to Disney Area: $30-$40 one-way / $70-$80 round trip
Taxi Cab Fares for Convention Center Corridor
There is a flat rate fare of $10.00 from the Convention Center to any hotel within the Convention Corridor (from Sand Lake Road, south to the Beachline, west to Interstate-4 and east to Shingle Creek Resort). You can travel between hotels in this corridor as well for the flat rate up to five (5) passengers per taxi.
I-Ride Trolley
This air-conditioned trolley runs the length of International Drive and Universal Blvd. It runs every 20 minutes on those routes to area restaurants and shops.
- Single Fare: $1.25 on/off one time
- Senior Discount (65 yrs +): $.25 per ride
- Kids under 12: free with paying adult
- Unlimited Ride Fare: one day $4.00 all day on/off
- Unlimited Ride Fare: three day fare $6.00
Call 866-243-7483 or visit iridetrolley.com.
Contact Information
Orlando/Orange County Convention & Visitors Bureau: 407-363-5800
For more information on the city of Orlando, click here.
