AccommodationsOnline booking for on-campus accommodations and meals is now closed. We are pleased to provide information of various types of accommodation during the conference, including on-campus housing and meals. There are a variety of accommodation offerings for SAfA 2023 meeting attendees. The meeting sessions will all be held on Rice University’s beautiful, tree-lined campus. On campus accommodation is available in one of Rice’s newest residential colleges. There are many single rooms with ensuite bathrooms, as well as rooms with shared bath. Each room includes a bed with linens, a dresser, cabinet, and desk/chair. The price includes breakfast in the college dining facilities. Meals are available at the on-campus dining facilities associated with the residential colleges. Rice’s AFC (American Culinary Federation)-certified chefs cater to everyone including those with any allergy or dietary restrictions. Options for different dietary needs are clearly marked on each dish. Gluten-free, vegan, vegetarian, and allergen-free offerings are always available. A full salad bar is available for lunch and dinner along with pizza during lunch and burgers during dinner, in addition to a selection of chef-prepared main dishes. Breakfast: Breakfast is included in the Rice University room prices, and includes a buffet-style breakfast at the dining facilities. Lunch: Daily lunch will be included in the registration fees for all those attending the conference in person. Dinner: Dinners at the dining facilities must be paid for at the time of registration and cost $14 per meal. On-campus accommodation prices:
There are several hotels near Rice within easy walking distance or with shuttle service. Rates may change (they reflect prices quoted on Booking.com for June 2023 and may exclude 17% tax), they have not been negotiated by SAfA and SAfA does not handle hotel reservations:
Other hotel possibilities are available here along with a widget allowing you to compare rates for the dates you need accommodation: https://campustravel.com/university/rice-university There are also many possible housing options around Rice University through Airbnb. |
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