2nd International Conference on
Task-Based Language Teaching

Lodging

TBLT2007
will be held at the University of Hawai‘i at Manoa in Honolulu, Hawai‘i. The main facility for the conference will be the Imin International Conference Center (Jefferson Hall).

 

Conference participants are responsible for their own accommodations.
We have negotiated speacial room rates with several hotels and on-campus residence halls. Below are the various options available for lodging:

HOTELS IN WAIKIKI

Queen Kapiolani Hotel
150 Kapahulu Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815-4097

QUEEN KAPIOLANI HOTEL - The Queen Kapiolani Hotel is approximately 3 miles from the University of Hawai‘i and located near the foot of majestic Diamond Head and just steps away from famous Waikiki Beach. The 108-acre Kapiolani Park, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, shopping, dining and great entertainment are all within walking distance of the hotel.

Most rooms have lanais with city, ocean, or Diamond Head views. All include mini-refrigerators, in-room safes, pay movies, and video games. Some rooms have kitchenettes. The hotel features an outdoor pool and sundeck, business center, restaurant, and nightclub on property. Limited parking spaces are are $15 per day. NOTE: We will be arranging for complimentary limited shuttle service between the Queen Kapiolani Hotel and the Imin International Conference Center during set conference hours

Complete the downloadable reservation form and return it via fax or mail by August 18, 2007 in order to receive special room rates of $72-$94 per night, plus applicable taxes. You can also reserve by calling (800) 367-2317 or (808) 922-4671. when calling for reservations, please refer to the group name as TBLT 2007.

Ocean Resort Hotel
175 Paoakalani Avenue
Honolulu, HI 96815-3797

OCEAN RESORT HOTEL WAIKIKI - The Ocean Resort Hotel Waikiki is a sister property to the Queen Kapiolani Hotel. It is approximately 3 miles from the University of Hawai‘i and located near the foot of majestic Diamond Head and 1 block from Waikiki Beach. The 108-acre Kapiolani Park, Honolulu Zoo, Waikiki Aquarium, shopping, dining and great entertainment are all within walking distance of the hotel.

Rooms are in two separate towers. All rooms have furnished balconies and include mini-refrigerators, in-room safes, pay movies, and video games. The studio rooms have kitchenettes. The hotel features two pools, sundeck, gift shop, restaurant and full bar on property. Parking spaces are $15 per day, vale parking only. NOTE: We will be arranging for complimentary limited shuttle service between the Queen Kapiolani Hotel and the Imin International Conference Center during set conference hours

Complete the downloadable reservation form and return it via fax or mail by August 18, 2007 in order to receive special room rates of $67-$90 per night, plus applicable taxes. You can also reserve by calling (800) 367-2317 or (808) 922-4671. when calling for reservations, please refer to the group name as TBLT 2007.


ON-CAMPUS HOUSING

East-West Center Residence Hall

For the budget traveler, the East-West Center Residence Halls, located right next to the Imin International Conference Center, provide affordable accommodations. Each residence hall has a reception desk to provide check-in and check-out services. The desks also take messages, provide change for laundry and vending machines, issue spare keys, and provide general information. Air conditioning is NOT available in any of the East-West Center residence halls.

We have a block of rooms reserved for TBLT 2007 attendees at each of the residence halls below. If you are interested in staying at one, please contact the East-West Center Housing Office directly to make your reservation. Be sure to mention that you are a "TBLT 2007" attendee, so you can get the special rates. Please make your reservation as early as possible and no later than July 18, 2007 for your best chance at getting a room. (After that date, our room block will be released, and the rooms will be available for anyone to take on a first come, first served basis.)

East-West Center Housing Office
1711 East-West Road
Honolulu, HI 96848-1711
Phone: (808) 944-7805
Fax: (808) 944-7790
E-mail: housing@eastwestcenter.org

Lincoln Hall
Lincoln Hall is a four-story building serviced by one elevator. All studios ($49/night) have cable TV, telephone service, internet access, and private bathroom/toilet facilities.
Lincoln Hall Desk Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. (After hours check-in can be done at Hale Manoa)

Hale Manoa
Hale Manoa is a 13-story dormitory serviced by two elevators. Single dorm rooms (1 single bed) are $26 per night. Double dorm rooms (2 single beds) are $35 per night. Linen and bedding are provided; however, guests must either bring towels or purchase a towel packet (bath towel, wash cloth, and small bar of soap) at the Front Desk. All rooms have telephone service, internet access, and shared bathroom facilities. Limited kitchen facilities and coin-operated laundry machines are located on each floor. In addition, residents have access to lounges for TV viewing and social gatherings. Hale Manoa Desk Hours: Open 24 hours a day

Hale Kuahine
Hale Kuahine is a four-story dormitory with no elevator. Physical arrangements and rates are similar to Hale Manoa. Hale Kuahine Desk Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m. (After hours check-in can be done at Hale Manoa)

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Information provided by NFLRC, University of Hawaii

 

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