The conference will be held at the Edgewater Hotel: Seattle's only waterfront hotel. The Edgewater is a unique, dramatic lodge with spectacular panoramic views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Situated on Pier 67, guests are within walking distance of the Space Needle, Pike Place Market, Seattle Aquarium, Odyssey Maritime Museum, Victoria Clipper and Washington State Ferries. Resting on the blue waters of Elliott Bay, The Edgewater creates an experience that captures the essence of the Seattle area.
Edgewater Hotel
Pier 67, 2411 Alaskan Way
Seattle WA 98121
Tel: 206.728.7000
Toll free:800.624.0670
Fax: 206.441.4119
Hotel web site: http://www.edgewaterhotel.com/
Room rates:
Register by April 29, 2005 and mention the Health and Science Communications Association to enjoy the following rates:
- Single or double occupancy: $136.00 per night (plus applicable state and local taxes)
Reservations:
- Telephone, toll free: 800.624.0670
To get these preferred rates, you must identify yourself as being with the Health and Sciences Communications Association (HeSCA). The Preferred rate will be honored when registering by phone - these rates will not apply if you register on-line.
Please let the hotel know if you need an accessible room when you make your reservation.
Register before April 29, 2005
Ground transportation is located outside the baggage claim area at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport.
- Taxi
- Supershuttle
- Driving (Approximately 20 minutes north of Sea-Tac Airport):
When leaving the airport, follow the street signs onto Interstate 5 North. Follow I-5 North into the city, and take the Dearborn / James / Madison Street exit, following the directional signs to Madison Street. At the first stop light, turn left on to Madison Street and follow down to the waterfront, coming to a "T" with Alaskan Way. Turn right onto Alaskan Way, and continue down for about one mile to The Edgewater located on Pier 67 on your left, just past the Bell Harbor International Conference Center.

