BD2K
All Hands Meeting
Bethesda North Marriott
5701 Marinelli Road
North Bethesda, Maryland 20852
2016-11-29 08:00:00
 

Logistics

Meeting Location

Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference CenterBethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Road
North Bethesda, MD 20852
(301) 822-9200

Because the conference center parking lot will be closed for construction, non-overnight conference attendees who drive should park offsite at 6120 & 6130 Executive Blvd.  Alternatively, the White Flint Metro Station (Red Line) is conveniently located across the street from the hotel.

If you are driving from the NIH Campus to the hotel go north on Rockville Pike/MD-355 for approximately 3 miles. Turn left on Marinelli Road. The hotel will be on the right.

Hotel Reservations

A block of rooms has been reserved for attendees at the rate of $182/night plus 13% tax.

To make hotel reservations:

  • By phone: call 1-877-212-5752 and reference the 2016 BD2K All Hands Meeting.
  • Online: go to the BD2K reservations site.

The cutoff date for the conference rate has been extended to Tuesday, November 8, 2016. Rooms available after the cutoff date will be at a higher rate.

You may cancel your reservation for no charge until 2:00 PM 1 day before arrival. (for example for arrival on Monday, 11/28/2016 you may cancel with no penalty until 2:00 PM on Sunday 11/27/2016). Please note that the hotel will assess a fee equal to one night room and tax if you must cancel after this deadline.

Metro

A map of the Metro can be downloaded here.

Parking Location for Conference Attendees

Beginning 11/7/2016, the conference center parking lot will be closed for construction. Overnight guests should park onsite. Conference attendees should park at our offsite location at 6120 & 6130 Executive Boulevard. Shuttle service is available to and from the parking location to the conference center. The discounted cost will be $7.50 per day per vehicle.

Driving directions from the NIH Main Campus and from 270 South to the satellite parking location at 6120 and 6130 Executive Blvd:

Area Airports

Washington Dulles International Airport – IAD

  • Airport Phone: +1 703 572 2700
  • Hotel direction: 25 miles NE
  • This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
  • Alternate transportation: Martin’s Sedan and Limo Service; fee: 75 USD (one way); reservation required.
  • Bus service fee: 14 USD (one way).
  • Estimated taxi fare: 60 USD (one way). Visit IAD airport website.

Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport – DCA

  • Airport Phone: +1 703 417 8000
  • Hotel direction: 23 miles NW
  • This hotel does not provide shuttle service to airports.
  • Alternate transportation: Martin’s Sedan and Limo Service; fee: 65 USD (one way); reservation required.
  • Subway service fee: 6.9 USD (one way).
  • Estimated taxi fare: 55 USD  (one way)  Visit DCA airport website.

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport – BWI

  • Airport Phone: +1 410 589 7111
  • Hotel direction: 36 miles SW
  • This hotel does not provide shuttle service.
  • Alternate transportation: Martin’s Sedan and Limo Service; fee: 95 USD (one way); reservation required.
  • Bus service fee: 12.25 USD (one way).
  • Estimated taxi fare: 70 USD (one way). Visit BWI airport website.

Hotel Restaurants

Meritage

  • American
  • Casual yet upscale atmosphere that features a menu with an extensive wine list and fresh, seasonal cuisine.
  • Open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner
  • Dress code: Casual
  • Phone:  +1-301-822-9234

On the Rocks

  • Other
  • This restaurant offers diners a casual dining experience with hand-crafted drinks, six LCD TVs, comfortable seating, and a seasonal outdoor veranda.
  • Open for lunch and dinner
  • Dress code: Casual
  • Phone: +1-301-822-9234

Fresh Bites

  • American
  • Enjoy handmade, locally sourced food without the fuss. All orders include eco-friendly utensils, napkins, and cups; everything you need to enjoy in your room or on the go. Call “At Your Service” from your room to place your order.

Local Dining Options Outside the Hotel

Many of these restaurants let you pre order online and you can carry out your order.

10 Minute Round Trip Walk:

Fast Foods

  • McDonalds, corner of Marinelli and Rockville Pike
  • Arbys, 11710 Rockville Pike
  • Papa Johns, 11638 Rockville Pike
  • Pizza Bolis, 11540 Rockville Pike

Will Take Carry Out Orders

20 Minute Round Trip Walk:

Bethesda North Market — http://www.northbethesdamarket.com
11351 Woodglen Drive, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Pike and Rose — http://www.pikeandrose.com
11580 Old Georgetown Road, North Bethesda, MD 20852

Hot Lunch Buffet Bars

  • Harris Teeter, 11845 Old Georgetown Road
  • Whole Foods, 11355 Woodglen Drive (in the Bethesda North Market Area)

Short Metro Ride:

Downtown Bethesda (2 stops) — http://www.downtownbethesda.com/
200 Restaurants, Shopping, Theater

Washington, DC (20 minutes)

 

Conference Center Floor Plans

Lower Level Conference Center

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Upper Level Conference Center

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