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 Last Updated 7/1/08  Marriott Hotel & Convention Center 700 Grand Avenue Des Moines, IA 50309 800-514-4681 The downtown Marriott is the location for ALConExpo 2008 All convention activities, excluding the Star Picnic and tours, will be held on the 3rd floor of the hotel Located in the center of downtown Des Moines, Iowa, the Marriott is a short walk to parking, buses, shopping, restaurants, arts and entertainment. The hotel is connected to the extensive skywalk system which enables you to view the city in comfort and protected from the elements. Alternate Lodging Renaissance Savery Hotel   401 Locust St, Des Moines, IA -
Embassy Suites Hotel Des Moines on the River  101 East Locust ST, Des Moines, IA -
Hotel Fort Des Moines 1000 Walnut St, Des Moines, IA -
Quality Inn & Suites Event Center 929 3rd Street, Des Moines, IA - (515) 282-5252
Holiday Inn (All) Downtown: 1050 6th Ave, Des Moines, IA (515) 283-0151
There are several other Holiday Inn Hotels in the area besidesRed Roof Inn Discount Hotel 4950 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA -
There are about 562 hotels in and around the Des Moines area. Click on "Alternate Lodging" above to browse through the complete list. If you are flying in, there are several hotels close to the airport which is just south of the downtown area. Des Moines Capital of Iowa and seat of Polk County The City is located in the central part of the state where the Des Moines River is joined by the Raccoon River. Des Moines and the surrounding communities include many parks, walking and biking trails, lakes and reservoirs. Iowa A place to grow in! Maps To help you find your way around the city and Iowa. City Services The Des Moines city website has links including local hospitals and other services in the area. Camping-Trails-Golfing-Lakes-&More For the more adventurous convention goers, there are several camping facilities in the area. Rustic camping is also available within the Ashton-Wildwood Park close to where Ashton Observatory is located and where the Star Picnic on Friday night will be held. More information on camping at Ashton-Wildwood Park is available on the Star Picnic web page. Weather & News Our award winning local weather and news reporting teams will keep you informed! KCCI - Ch 8 News WHO - Ch 13 News WOI - Ch 5 News KDSM - Fox 17
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