Hilton
Title / Presenting (Lobby Lounge A)Hotel Development & Investment
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Good to Know
Verified The Lodging Conference 2026 Operational & Travel Highlights
ShowScore™ 7.7/10 VenueScore™ (Phoenix Convention Center) 7.6/10 →
Show Hours & Setup:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Main Exhibit Floor
Targeted Move-In 2–4 Days Prior to Opening
Airport & Transit:
10 mins (4.0 mi via Free PHX Sky Train + Valley Metro Rail) • 1.4 min to Transit
10 Walkable Corridor Hotels
Scale & Badge Tiers:
2,500+ B2B Attendees
Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) (Trade Registration Required)
Contractor & Labor:
Freeman / Official GC • Right-to-Work State
Adv. Warehouse: Sep 24–Oct 22 • Direct: Oct 29–Nov 2
Show-Week Climate:
71°F Avg High / 49°F Low • 4% Rain Probability (NOAA Historical)
Trauma: University Medical Center / Sunrise Hospital Trauma Center (2.4 mi)
👤 For Attendees
Corridor Surge™: +68%
TrueAttend™ 4-Day Trip Estimate
$1,738 est. all-in / attendee
Attendee Score
7.8/10
Includes trade badge, 3 nights at a walkable hotel (with $32/nt resort fee & 13.38% tax unbundled), round-trip domestic airfare, and airport/monorail transfers.
Trade Buyer Badge (Early/Adv): $295
3 Nights Walkable Hotel (Out-the-Door): $978 ($326/nt)
Avg. Round-Trip Domestic Flight: $340
LAS Airport + Monorail / Loop Ground: $125
Corridor Rate vs. GSA Per-Diem ($165/nt): $326/nt Show vs. $159 Off-Peak
🏗️ For Exhibitors • Receipt Check
Save ~25% ($2,889) w/ 3 EAC Bids
TrueBooth™ All-In 10×10 Estimate:
$11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC
Exhibitor ROI:
7.7/10
10×10 Raw Space ($26.95/sf): $2,695
Est. Freeman / Official GC Drayage (~12 CWT): $1,850
IBEW Local 357 Power (15A) + Labor + Carpet: $2,305
Turnkey Booth Build + 3 Staff Hotel: $4,600
We're your free local general contractor in Phoenix — print, setup, storage, crew & client dinners. Vendors pay our fee:
🎯 Promoters & Sponsors
Verified Industry Congress
Conventions.com ShowScore™
7.7 / 10 VenueScore™ 7.6/10
Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
TrueVenue™ Facility & Hospitality Receipt Check for promoters, corporate buyout planners, and title sponsors at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts:
TrueVenue™ Hall License Benchmark: $0.38 – $0.55 / net sq ft
Grid Power (EIA) vs. 20A Floor Drop: 11.4¢/kWh vs. $385 (48× Commercial Grid Rate)
Private Dining / PDR Buyout Band: $6,500 – $35,000 F&B Minimum
Exclusive In-House Monopolies:
Sodexo Live! • Cox • FedEx
Zero-Drayage Local Depot • Stored 10 Minutes from Phoenix Convention Center (Phoenix Local Depot)
⚡ Conventions.com CloudBooth™ (Phoenix Local Inventory): $3,995 Turnkey
Why ship heavy crates across the country and pay Freeman / Official GC $1,850 in drayage? Our commercial-grade 10×10 and 10×20 modular aluminum frames, LED lighting, and padded flooring are already stored 10 minutes from Phoenix Convention Center. Upload your artwork—we print your custom tension-fabric graphics locally, deliver via local van, set up your booth before move-in cutoff, and strike it on closing night.
Dedicated Spoke Dossiers
Canonical Host Facility Specs: Phoenix Convention Center (North, West & South Campus) →
Deep-Dive The Lodging Conference2027 Guides by Search Intent
Registration & BadgesFrom $295
Complete The Lodging Conference badge pricing tiers, trade qualification requirements, Will-Call hours, and TrueAttend™ trip calculator.
Hotels & Parking10 Hotels
Compare 10 corridor hotels with hall-specific walk times, resort fees unbundled, Corridor Surge™ (+68%), and Attrition Rescue Exchange.
Booth Cost & Drayage$8,561 EAC
10×10 ($11,450 → $8,561 w/ Local EAC), $3,995 Turnkey CloudBooth™, and $0 Down Net-90 B2B Financing.
Exhibitors & Floor MapFloor Roster
Search verified The Lodging Conference exhibiting brands, hall-by-hall product zones, attendee seniority demographics, and B2B matchmaking.
Sponsorship & VIP Dining7 Buyouts
Official sponsorship menu, 7 private dining room (PDR) buyouts ($6,500–$35,000 F&B min), after-parties calendar, and TrueVenue™ facility audit.
Key Details
Event Dates:
Sep 21–24, 2026
Verified Scale:
2,500+ B2B Attendees
Host Facility:
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Phoenix, AZ)
10x10 Booth Benchmark (Est.):
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
FY26/27 GSA Lodging Cap:
$198/nt Lodging • $86/day M&IE
Tracked Sponsors:
5 Verified Corporate Sponsors
| Confirmed Dates: | Sep 21–24, 2026 (2,500+ B2B Attendees) |
|---|---|
| Host Facility: | Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Phoenix, AZ) |
| Labor & Drayage Regime: | Right-to-Work State |
| 10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In): | $11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889) |
| Badge / Access Tier: | Verified B2B Trade, Professional & Industry Attendees Only (500+ Scale) |
| FY2026 GSA Per-Diem Cap: | $165/night lodging • $86/day M&IE |
| Walkable Hotel Ring: | 10 Connected & Walk-Ring Hotels (7.6 / 10 Moderate Corridor Compression Compression) |
| Client Dining Buyouts: | 7 Private Dining & Reception Venues Mapped |
About This Event
The Lodging Conference brings 2,500+ B2B professionals and buyers in Hotel Development & Investment to Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts in Phoenix, AZ (Sep 21–24, 2026). The Lodging Conference is a staple at the Arizona Biltmore, consistently drawing over 2,500 hotel owners and executives to the property's 200,000 sq ft of meeting space. Confirmed sponsors and exhibitors include Hilton, Marriott International, Best Western, Choice Hotels.
Who Attends
2,500+ B2B AttendeesVP / Director Buyers & Decision-Makers (Food, Beverage & Hospitality)54%
Operations, Engineering & Technical Evaluators28%
Corporate Sponsors, Exhibitors & Solution Providers18%
Attendee Travel, Parking & Arrival Snapshot
Essential Trip Planning Benchmarks for The Lodging Conference
Airport Arrival & Badges
Fly into PHX (10 mins (4.0 mi via Free PHX Sky Train + Valley Metro Rail)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
Peak Show-Floor Hours
Day 1 & Day 2 of Sep 21–24, 2026 (highest buyer floor density).
Facility Parking & Clearance:
PCC East Garage (601 E Washington St — Largest Convention Garage): $15 – $25 / day (100% Cashless) — 8' 2" Entry Level (Standard SUVs & Minivans) (2–3 min walk to North & South Buildings).
Per-Diem & Floor Attire
Federal GSA Benchmark: $165/nt Lodging • $86/day M&IE. Smart business casual with cushioned footwear.
Hall-to-Category & Closest Hotel Navigation Matrix
Match My Hall to Closest Hotel →
The Lodging Conference 2026 Hall-by-Hall Layout: Which Hall Is Your Industry In?
Because walking across Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts can add 15–25 minutes to your morning commute, match your hotel and freight marshaling yard directly to the specific hall housing your Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment sector.
| Hall / Zone | Net Space & Clear Ceiling | Assigned Industry Sectors & Pavilions | Closest Walkable Hotels (Door-to-Hall) | Loop / Monorail & ROI Pulse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North & West Lower Exhibit Halls A–F (Underground Contiguous Span) | 312,500 sq. ft. (North A–E 250k + West Hall F 62.5k) Ceiling: 29' 6" Clear | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Main Exhibits & Keynote Sessions (Exhibit Hall) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ) (undefined) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ) (undefined) | Phoenix Convention Center Main Concourse & Shuttle Plazas Verified Main Floor |
| North Building Upper Exhibit Halls 1–6 (Street Level) | 190,000 sq. ft. (Divisible Halls 1–6) Ceiling: 31' 6" Clear | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Main Exhibits & Keynote Sessions (Exhibit Hall) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ) (undefined) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ) (undefined) | Phoenix Convention Center Main Concourse & Shuttle Plazas Verified Main Floor |
| South Building Exhibit Halls F & G (Column-Free Ground Level) | 144,000 sq. ft. (100% Column-Free; Sums to 646,500 Sq. Ft. Exhibit) Ceiling: 28' 0" Pillarless | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Main Exhibits & Keynote Sessions (Exhibit Hall) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ) (undefined) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ) (undefined) | Phoenix Convention Center Main Concourse & Shuttle Plazas Verified Main Floor |
| Canyon on Third Outdoor Festival Plaza & West Lower Hall F Wing | 80,000 sq. ft. Outdoor Plaza (Plus 62.5k West Hall F Sub-Span) Ceiling: Open-Air Canyon Plaza / 29' 6" West Hall F | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Main Exhibits & Keynote Sessions (Outdoor Lot) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ) (undefined) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ) (undefined) | Phoenix Convention Center Main Concourse & Shuttle Plazas Verified Main Floor |
| North Ballroom (120A–D) & West Ballroom (301A–D) | 46,000 sq. ft. (North) + 45,000 sq. ft. (West) Ceiling: 28' 0" – 30' 0" Pillarless | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Main Exhibits & Keynote Sessions (Ballroom) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ) (undefined) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ) (undefined) | Phoenix Convention Center Main Concourse & Shuttle Plazas Verified Main Floor |
Venue-Corridor Walk-Ring, Hotels & Buyout Dining Graph
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (7) & Local Suppliers
Select your target exhibit hall below to recalculate door-to-door walking minutes, skybridge or transit connections, and nearby buyout restaurants.
Federal GSA Per-Diem Benchmark
$165/nt Lodging • $86/day M&IE
Target Hall:
Map Layers:
5-Min Walk (420m)12-Min Walk (950m)Valley Metro Rail ($2 / PHX Airport Link)PCC Skybridge & HQ Walk Ring
Interactive OpenStreetMap Walk-Ring & Transit Explorer
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k) | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room City-Owned Anchor HQ)2-Min Walk (1 Block N of PCC North) Arizona's largest hotel (1,003 rooms, 110,000+ sq. ft. of renovated meeting space, Carcara restaurant, and 4th-floor pool deck) sits 1 block north of PCC North Building with $0 mandatory resort fee on contracted convention blocks. | 3 min (~240m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 2 min (~160m) to North Upper Halls & Ballroom | ~$320/nt Off-peak: $209/nt | Available | |
 Hyatt Regency Phoenix (693-Room West Building HQ)1-Min Crosswalk (Across 2nd St from West Hall) Sits literally 60 seconds across 2nd Street from the PCC West Building registration doors and features the iconic revolving 24th-floor Compass Arizona Grill dome for C-suite VIP dinners. | 3 min (~240m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 1 min (~80m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$305/nt Off-peak: $199/nt | Available | |
AC Hotel Phoenix Downtown (Arizona Center)3-Min Courtyard Walk to PCC NorthPer-Diem Friendly Newest European-inspired Marriott property tucked inside the palm-lined Arizona Center grotto directly north of Sheraton and PCC North Building—frequently honors the $198 FY2026/27 GSA cap. | 4 min (~320m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 3 min (~240m) to North Upper Halls & Ballroom | ~$240/nt Off-peak: $169/nt | Available | |
Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel3-Min Walk to PCC West Building 526-room Marriott lifestyle flagship on Adams & 1st Street featuring Dust Cutter urban saloon, rooftop pool, and 50,000+ sq. ft. of private sponsor hospitality suites 3 minutes from West Hall. | 5 min (~400m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 3 min (~240m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$295/nt Off-peak: $195/nt | Available | |
The Westin Phoenix Downtown (Freeport-McMoRan Tower)5-Min Walk to PCC West & North Occupies floors 11–19 of the Freeport-McMoRan Center with oversized floor-to-ceiling glass executive rooms, Jacy & Dakota's restaurant + Lapis pool terrace, and quiet non-convention elevator banks. | 6 min (~480m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 5 min (~400m) to North Upper Halls & Ballroom | ~$340/nt Off-peak: $229/nt | Available | |
Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix at CityScape4-Min Walk to PCC South & West 242-room boutique luxury anchor inside the CityScape dining/retail complex with Eden Rooftop Bar (3rd floor) and steps from The Arrogant Butcher and Wren & Wolf. | 6 min (~480m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 4 min (~320m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$325/nt Off-peak: $215/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
Residence Inn Phoenix Downtown (All-Suite + Full Kitchens)4-Min Walk to PCC West & SouthPer-Diem Friendly 200 all-suite rooms with full kitchens, complimentary hot breakfast, and shared building access to Floor 13 Rooftop Bar—top choice for 5-night exhibitor build crews. | 6 min (~480m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 4 min (~320m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$245/nt Off-peak: $174/nt | Available | |
Courtyard by Marriott Phoenix Downtown4-Min Walk ($198 FY27 GSA Cap Friendly)Per-Diem Friendly Co-located with Residence Inn in the historic Luhrs City Center footprint; regularly honors the exact $198/night Federal FY2026/27 Phoenix GSA per-diem cap. | 6 min (~480m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 4 min (~320m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$220/nt Off-peak: $159/nt | Available | |
Hilton Garden Inn Phoenix Downtown (Historic Art Deco Bldg)4-Min Walk to PCC West ($196–$198 GSA)Per-Diem Friendly Restored 1932 Art Deco landmark at Monroe & Central boasting Floor 13 Rooftop Bar and GSA-compliant weekday corporate rates 4 minutes from PCC West Hall. | 6 min (~480m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 4 min (~320m) to West Hall & Exec Conf Ctr | ~$215/nt Off-peak: $154/nt | Available | |
FOUND:RE Phoenix Boutique Art Hotel (Roosevelt Row)4-Min Valley Metro Rail Ride (2 Stops to PCC)Per-Diem Friendly Industrial-chic boutique hotel in the Roosevelt Row arts district with MATCH Market & Bar—hop Valley Metro Rail at the front door and reach 3rd St/Washington in 4 minutes when Copper Square is 100% sold out. | 14 min (~1120m) to Underground Halls A–F (312.5k)• 13 min (~1040m) to North Upper Halls & Ballroom | ~$210/nt Off-peak: $145/nt | Overflow Block Open |
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Audience & Buyer Fit
Who Should Attend The Lodging Conference (And Who Can Skip It)
High-Value Fit For
- Enterprise B2B sales teams, solution providers, and OEMs targeting Hotel Development & Investment buyers.
- Sponsors seeking high-intent executive deal suites and private dining buyouts near Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts.
Consider Skipping If
- Consumer retail or hobbyist vendors (strictly B2B trade and professional attendance).
Citywide Compression & Overlap
Phoenix Hub →
Concurrent Phoenix Conventions
No overlapping citywide events recorded for these dates yet.
Exhibitor List Intelligence, Anchor Sponsors & Keynote Tracks
Who Exhibits & Sponsors at The Lodging Conference (138+ Exhibiting Brands & Sponsors)
Benchmark notable anchor exhibitors, headline sponsors, floor pavilions, and keynote tracks at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts before locking booth space or off-floor client activations.
Primary Show-Floor Pavilions & Product Zones
Hotel Development & Investment Solutions PavilionEnterprise Software, Automation & AI ZoneNew Product Innovation & Demo StageExecutive VIP Briefing & Deal Suites
Signature Keynote & Executive Conference Tracks
2026–2027 Food, Beverage & Hospitality Executive OutlookHotel Development & Investment Operations, Procurement & ROIRegulatory Compliance, Supply Chain & Market Benchmarks
Marriott International
Platinum / Diamond (Booth #10)Hotel Development & Investment
Island Booth & Keynote Sponsor
Best Western
Gold (Booth #22)Hotel Development & Investment
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Choice Hotels
Gold (Booth #15)Hotel Development & Investment
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Marcus & Millichap
Silver (Booth #5)Hotel Development & Investment
Inline / Peninsula Exhibit Booth
Floorplan System: Official TLC Exhibitor & Floorplan Portal • Representative anchor exhibitors & historical sponsors shown for competitive benchmarking.
Official The Lodging Conference Portal
Penalty Cutoff & Advance Rate Calendar
The Lodging Conference 2026 Exhibitor Deadlines, Advance Warehouse Windows & Penalty Cutoffs
Order floor utilities, submit independent EAC insurance certificates, and deliver advance warehouse freight before these The Lodging Conference cutoff dates to avoid 30%–50% show-manual penalty surcharges.
| Milestone / Cutoff | Deadline Date | Advance / On-Time Rate | Late Penalty / After-Cutoff Rate | Operational Impact & Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Early-Bird Attendee & Buyer Registration Cutoff | 60 Days Prior to Opening | Early-Bird Credential Rate | +25%–40% Standard / Onsite Badge Surcharge | Register attendee and booth personnel badges before the early-bird tier expires. |
| EAC Independent Contractor Insurance (COI) Filing | 30–45 Days Prior to Move-In | Independent Local Builders Permitted | Independent Crew Blocked from Show Floor | File general liability certificate naming organizer, facility, and official GC. |
| Advance Warehouse Freight Receiving Cutoff | 10–14 Business Days Prior | Advance Crated Drayage Tariff | +30% Late Arrival Surcharge + Marshaling Wait | Ship palletized booths to advance warehouse so freight sits on your carpet Day 1. |
| Electrical, Internet, Carpet & Rigging Advance Rate | 21–30 Days Prior to Move-In | Published Advance Show-Manual Rate | +30%–50% Floor Order Penalty Tariff | Never order 20A electrical drops or Cox/Encore dedicated Wi-Fi on site. |
Exhibitor Cost & Operations Snapshot
The Lodging Conference Booth Budget & Local Procurement Benchmarks
10x10 Booth (Raw → All-In)
$11,450 Est. All-In → $8,561 w/ Local EAC (Save ~25% / $2,889)
Advance Order Cutoff
30–45 Days Out (Save 30–35%)
Independent Local Suppliers
Save 50%–75% on AV, Print & Build
Labor & Housing Registry
Right-to-Work State • Phoenix Convention Housing Desk
All-In Exhibitor Budget Model
The Lodging Conference 2026 Exhibitor Cost Calculator
Organizer prospectuses quote raw floor space only. Model freight drayage, electrical/rigging labor, local Phoenix turnkey rentals, and staff travel below.
3. Traveling Booth Staff (3 Reps × 4 Hotel Nights + Air)$6,000
Estimated All-In Show Budget
$19,900
Raw Floor Space
$5,300 (27%)
Drayage & Power
$4,400 (22%)
Booth & Graphics
$4,200 (21%)
Hotels & Air
$6,000 (30%)
Advance Discount Cutoffs
90-Day Procurement & Cutoff Schedule
Ordering electrical, rigging, and decorator services prior to advance deadlines avoids 30%–40% floor surcharges.
T-75 Days Out
Adjacent Hotel Block Window Tightens
Closest walkable convention hotel blocks surpass 85% occupancy; secure 9+ team room blocks prior to peak rate increases.
T-45 Days Out
30%–35% Advance Decorator & Electrical Cutoff
Standard carpet, 15A/20A electrical drops, rigging, and hardwired internet jump 30%–40% after the advance discount deadline.
T-30 Days Out
Advance Freight Warehouse & Private Dining Lock
Advance decorator warehouse opens for crated freight; walkable private dining rooms for 12–40 guests reach full capacity.
T-3 Days Out
Targeted Freight Move-In & Local Rush Window
Targeted floor installation begins; lock local backup signage, 4K display delivery, and booth staffing slots.
48 Pre-Screened Phoenix Event & Booth Suppliers
Local Phoenix Exhibitor Supplier Directory (The Lodging Conference 2026)
Compare local market pricing against show-manual rates. Select any category below to request 3 complimentary itemized proposals from insured local Phoenix specialists.
3-Bid Side-by-Side Comparison
Average Turnaround: Under 3 Business Hours
Between-Show Phoenix Crate & Pallet Storage
Exhibiting in Phoenix again within 6 months? Store booth crates locally from $249/mo vs. $4,200+ in round-trip LTL freight.
International Exhibitor Turnkey Desk
Traveling internationally? Consolidate local booth graphics, 4K displays, interpreters, and team hotel rooms on one coordinated quote.
10 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Audio Visual & LED Rentals
Save 45%–70% vs. in-house hotel AV & show-kit 4K monitor/LED wall rentals
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $60,000
Vetted roster: Broadcast Rentals and Events, Arizona Stage Sound & Lights +8 more
8 Local ProvidersEAC Floor Insured
Custom Exhibit & Booth Builders
Save 35%–50% via local EAC custom booth builders & turnkey I&D crews
Typical Scope: $8,000 – $95,000
Vetted roster: E&E Exhibit Solutions, Creative Display Works +6 more
10 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Trade Show Freight, Crate Storage & Sprinters
Direct advance-warehouse freight, crate storage & executive Sprinter shuttle loops
Typical Scope: $1,500 – $18,000
Vetted roster: Freeport Logistics, XPO +8 more
10 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Rush Large-Format Print, Banners & Swag
Same-day 24hr corridor tension fabric backdrops, retractable banners & promo kits
Typical Scope: $450 – $12,000
Vetted roster: AZ Banners LLC, PRI Graphics – Commercial Printing & Sign Services in Phoenix, AZ +8 more
6 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
Booth Staffing, Brand Ambassadors & Interpreters
Local W-2 badge scanners, technical interpreters & hospitality hosts (zero airfare)
Typical Scope: $1,800 – $15,000
Vetted roster: PUSH Agency, AZ Staffing Partners powered by AZ Event Connect +4 more
5 Local ProvidersHotel / Suite Delivery
DMC, VIP Buyouts & Executive Catering
Turnkey VIP reception buyouts, private steakhouse dinners & hospitality suites
Typical Scope: $8,500 – $140,000
Vetted roster: The Destination Manager, Hello! Arizona Destination Management +3 more
Inherited Facility & Show-Manual Procurement Policy
Dock & Marshaling Specs (Phoenix Convention Center) →
Exclusive Building Services vs. Open-Market Supplier Rules (The Lodging Conference)
Phoenix Convention Center (Arizona Right-to-Work) Carry-In Policy: Full-time exhibitor personnel may hand-carry pop-up displays, literature, and personal rolling luggage in through public pedestrian entrances and set up booths of any size using their own staff without mandatory union carpenter minimums; dock-unloaded crated freight and forklifts route through the show's official GSC.
| Booth / Event Service | Facility Policy | Standard Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Drops (120V/208V), Compressed Air, Water & Drain Edlen Electrical is the exclusive utility provider inside Phoenix Convention Center across all 30×30 floor boxes (42× markup over Arizona's 11.4¢/kWh EIA commercial grid). Order prior to the 21-day advance cutoff to avoid +30% floor surcharges. | Exclusive Facility Service | $345 (20A/120V Drop) – $1,390+ (208V 3-Phase) | Exclusive In-House Utility (Edlen Electrical) Order 21d Early (Save 30%) | Order Before Advance Cutoff |
In-House Banquet Catering, Booth Espresso & Hosted Bars Aventura Catering (Aramark) holds exclusive food, beverage, and alcohol rights inside PCC halls and ballrooms. Exhibitors may file a 30-day bite-sized sample waiver or host evening receptions 1–4 minutes away at Wren & Wolf, The Arrogant Butcher, or Palma. | Exclusive Facility Service | $115–$185++/person Plated • $52+/gal Coffee | Exclusive On-Campus Caterer (Aventura Catering) Use Off-Campus Buyouts (Save 35%) | Order Before Advance Cutoff |
Dock-to-Booth Freight Drayage vs. Arizona Hand-Carry & CloudBooth™ Forklift dock freight routes through the show's GSC, but Arizona's Right-to-Work rules allow full-time exhibitor staff to carry in light kits through pedestrian doors—or book a locally warehoused Phoenix CloudBooth™ delivered with $0 cross-country LTL drayage. | Exclusive Facility Service | ~$135–$152/CWT (200 lb minimum) | $0 Hand-Carry or $3,995 Local Turnkey CloudBooth™ Save $1,800–$3,400 on Freight | |
Custom Booth Build, Turnkey Rentals & Right-to-Work EAC Labor Arizona is a Right-to-Work state with $98–$118/hr straight-time local EAC carpenter rates (nearly 50% lower than coastal union cities). Submit your EAC Certificate of Insurance 30 days before move-in. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $22,000 – $58,000 (Official Decorator Turnkey) | $10,500 – $31,000 (Local Phoenix EAC Builders @ $98/hr) Save 40% – 52% | |
4K Booth Monitors (55"–85"), Modular LED Walls & Keynote AV Phoenix Convention Center imposes $0 penalty for bringing independent local Phoenix AV production teams into exhibit halls, breakout wings, or Copper Square hospitality suites. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $1,750 – $6,400 / show (In-House / GSC Kit) | $425 – $1,950 (Local Phoenix EAC AV Rental) Save 55% – 70% | |
Group Hotel Blocks (9–50+ Rooms) & Copper Square VIP Buyouts 10 non-gaming convention hotels sit within an 8-minute walk of PCC with $0 mandatory resort fees on most corporate blocks and several properties honoring the $198 FY2026/27 Federal GSA lodging cap. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $299–$359/nt Official Block + 80% Attrition | $196–$259/nt Walkable Copper Square / GSA Cap ($198) Save 20% – 34% |
Exhibitor Compliance & Verification Utilities
Authorized Housing Domain Verifier, Service-Manual Audit & Travel Widget
Verify unsolicited housing or attendee-list emails against The Lodging Conference 2026's authorized Phoenix Convention Housing Desk domain registry before submitting payment authorizations:
Sample Checks:
Official The Lodging Conference2026 Sponsorship Roster (5 Tracked Brands)
Title & Headline Sponsors: Hilton • Marriott International • Best Western • Choice Hotels • Marcus & Millichap
Inspect all tiered sponsors, what assets they underwrite, and search 1,116+ cross-show corporate sponsors below.
Corridor Private Dining & Full-Venue Buyouts
Vetted Executive Dinners, Sponsor Receptions & Full Restaurant Buyouts (7 Venues)
Pre-mapped once across the The Lodging Conference 2026 (Phoenix) corridor—filter by group size from 10-seat boardrooms up to 600-guest opening-night buyouts.
Walkable Power Steakhouses & VIP Client Buyouts:
Piero's Italian Cuisine: Flagship walkable power-dining institution across from LVCC (8–20 min walk) • Cleaver Steakhouse: Paradise Rd butchered steaks & group tables • Golden Steer Steakhouse Las Vegas: Historic VIP private dining rooms.
Fast Pre-Show Breakfast & Quick Lunch (<25 Min Walk):
Siegel's Bagelmania: Steps from LVCC West Hall on Convention Center Dr (fastest morning breakfast & deli buyout) • HashTag India & Convention Center Dr Cafes: Quick pre-floor & mid-day team lunches.
Group Capacity:
Wren & Wolf — Prime Steakhouse, Raw Bar & Trophy Room Speakeasy
4-min Copper Square walk (1st Ave & Washington)
Rooms & Buyout: 12–45 PDR • 60 Trophy Room • 250 Full Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $4,500 PDR – $38,000 Full Buyout
Downtown Phoenix's #1 power steakhouse at Renaissance Square featuring dry-aged ribeyes, tableside cocktails, and the hidden Trophy Room speakeasy for C-suite closing dinners.
Lead Time: 45–90 days before SEMICON / citywides
The Arrogant Butcher (Fox Restaurant Concepts — CityScape)
3-min walk across Jefferson / 1st St
Rooms & Buyout: 20–95 Private Patio/Dining • 320 Full Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $3,200 Patio – $32,000 Full Buyout
High-energy indoor/outdoor Copper Square staple 3 minutes from PCC South & West Buildings; turnkey Fox Restaurant Concepts group buyout menus make 40–300 guest sponsor receptions effortless.
Lead Time: 30–60 days ahead
Mancuso's Restaurant (Collier Center Castle Penthouse Level)
2-min walk (Collier Center at 2nd St & Washington)
Rooms & Buyout: 14–80 Private Boardrooms • 220 Full Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $2,800 Boardroom – $24,000 Full Buyout
Quiet, white-tablecloth Italian and steakhouse institution across the street from PCC South & West Buildings with soundproof private boardrooms and grand piano lounge.
Lead Time: 21–45 days ahead
Compass Arizona Grill (24th-Floor Revolving Skyline Dome — Hyatt Regency)
1-min crosswalk + Hyatt Skyline Elevator
Rooms & Buyout: 25–60 Semi-Private Quadrant • 180 Full Dome Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $4,000 Quadrant – $28,000 Full Revolving Dome
Arizona's only revolving rooftop dining room perched 24 stories directly above PCC West Hall—delivers 360-degree Camelback Mountain and Valley sunset views without leaving the convention footprint.
Lead Time: 45–90 days ahead
Bourbon & Bones Chophouse & Bar (Copper Square / Legends District)
4-min walk south on 3rd/4th St
Rooms & Buyout: 18–65 Private Room • 200 Full Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $3,800 PDR – $29,000 Full Buyout
Upscale chophouse 1 block south of PCC South Building boasting 600+ bourbons and whiskeys, wet- and dry-aged steaks, and high-impact VIP hospitality space.
Lead Time: 30–60 days ahead
Palma — Indoor/Outdoor Palm Courtyard & Lounge (Arizona Center)
3-min walk north via 3rd St
Rooms & Buyout: 40–150 Cabana Patio • 350 Full Buyout
F&B Benchmark: $4,500 Patio – $26,000 Full Courtyard Buyout
Breezy palm-canopied courtyard directly north of PCC North Building and Sheraton—built for 100–350 guest opening-night sponsor mixers under the desert evening sky.
Lead Time: 21–45 days ahead
Enterprise Sponsor Hospitality & Campus Branding (Phoenix Convention Center)
Badge-Free Executive Deal Suites, VIP Receptions & Out-of-Home (OOH) Media During The Lodging Conference
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts without requiring invited guests to hold an expensive floor badge, or capture attendee arrivals across campus LED ribbons, transit wraps, and PHX corridors.
Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)$1,100 – $3,200/day + Catering
Hyatt Regency Phoenix 2nd-Street Executive Hospitality Suites & Compass Dome
Location & Walk:1-min walk directly across 2nd Street from PCC West Building
Capacity / Impressions:12–60 VIPs (Boardroom Suites) • 180 Revolving 24th-Floor Dome
60 seconds from the West Hall registration doors with zero conference badge required for invited buyers—plus Arizona's only revolving 24th-floor skyline dome.
Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)$1,250 – $3,600/day
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (1,003-Room HQ) Hospitality Suites & Pool Deck Cabanas
Location & Walk:2-min walk (1 block north) from PCC North Building
Capacity / Impressions:15–120 VIPs (110,000 sq. ft. of meeting suites + 4th-floor terrace)
City-owned HQ hotel where 40%+ of keynote speakers and enterprise VPs sleep—ideal for back-to-back NDA customer briefings.
On-Campus VIP Reception SpaceLicense via Show Organizer + Aventura Catering Minimum
Canyon on Third Street (80,000 Sq. Ft. Outdoor Festival Plaza Under the Skybridge)
Location & Walk:On-Campus between PCC North, West & South Buildings
Capacity / Impressions:400 – 3,500+ Reception Guests
Shaded architectural canyon between North and West Buildings for 75°F Phoenix evening block parties, live concerts, and food-truck activations.
Out-of-Home (OOH) Branding Asset$18,000 – $75,000 / show week
PCC Level 3 Elevated Glass Skybridge & Valley Metro Rail Full-Train Wraps
Location & Walk:3rd St & Washington / Jefferson Stations + Skybridge Span
Capacity / Impressions:100% of attendees crossing between North, West & South Buildings
Turns the iconic glass skybridge over 3rd Street and the Valley Metro Rail trains arriving from PHX Sky Harbor into unmissable category dominance.
Host Facility Engineering & Hall Capacities
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Phoenix Convention Center (North, West & South Campus) — Hall-by-Hall Specs, Clear Heights & Floor Loads
646,500 sq. ft. Exhibit (900,000+ Rentable Sq. Ft.) total exhibit space • 99 Divisible Breakout Rooms + IACC Exec Center meeting rooms • 54 Loading Bays + Subterranean Truck Tunnel loading docks • Right-to-Work State.
| Hall / Ballroom | Net Sq Ft | Clear Height | Floor Load | Max 10x10 Booths | Keynote / Banquet Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
North & West Lower Exhibit Halls A–F (Underground Contiguous Span) Exhibit Hall • 90' × 90' (30' × 30' Utility Floor Boxes) | 312,500 sq. ft. (North A–E 250k + West Hall F 62.5k) | 29' 6" Clear | 350 lbs / sq. ft. (Unlimited Subterranean Slab) | ~1,710 booths | 29,000 Theater / 20,800 Banquet |
North Building Upper Exhibit Halls 1–6 (Street Level) Exhibit Hall • 90' × 90' (30' × 30' Utility Floor Boxes) | 190,000 sq. ft. (Divisible Halls 1–6) | 31' 6" Clear | 300 lbs / sq. ft. | ~1,020 booths | 18,000 Theater / 12,600 Banquet |
South Building Exhibit Halls F & G (Column-Free Ground Level) Exhibit Hall • 100% Column-Free Clear Span | 144,000 sq. ft. (100% Column-Free; Sums to 646,500 Sq. Ft. Exhibit) | 28' 0" Pillarless | 350 lbs / sq. ft. (Ground-Level Slab) | ~780 booths | 13,500 Theater / 9,600 Banquet |
Canyon on Third Outdoor Festival Plaza & West Lower Hall F Wing Outdoor Lot • Open-Air Pedestrian Promenade & Event Pad | 80,000 sq. ft. Outdoor Plaza (Plus 62.5k West Hall F Sub-Span) | Open-Air Canyon Plaza / 29' 6" West Hall F | Heavy Street-Grade Vehicle & Outdoor Tent Rated | Outdoor Pavilions, Food Trucks & Opening Receptions | 5,000+ Outdoor Reception / 3,400 West Hall F |
North Ballroom (120A–D) & West Ballroom (301A–D) Ballroom • 100% Column-Free | 46,000 sq. ft. (North) + 45,000 sq. ft. (West) | 28' 0" – 30' 0" Pillarless | 150 lbs / sq. ft. | ~240 tabletops per ballroom | 4,560 Theater / 3,120 Banquet (each) |
Phoenix Symphony Hall & IACC Executive Conference Center Meeting Wing • 100% Unobstructed Sightlines | 2,312-Seat Concert Hall + 192-Seat Tiered Lecture Theater + 99 Breakout Rooms | Acoustic Concert Shell & Tiered Lecture Rigging | Stage & Tiered Fixed Seating | Keynote & Plenary Staging | 2,312 Symphony Hall / 192 IACC Lecture Hall |
Published Building Utility & Drayage Tariffs
Phoenix Convention Center Electrical, Internet, Rigging & Material Handling Benchmarks
| Utility / Service | Provider & Union | Advance Rate Benchmark | Late / Floor Order Penalty | Cost-Control Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Drops (120V Standard & 208V/480V Semiconductor Machinery) | Edlen Electrical Exhibition Services (Exclusive In-House Provider) | ~$155–$225 (5A/500W – 10A/1000W) • ~$345 (20A/2000W) • $780–$1,590+ (208V/480V 3-Phase) | +30% late/floor rate inside 21 days before move-in (42× Arizona 11.4¢/kWh grid cost) | PCC North & West Halls feature recessed floor utility boxes on 30' × 30' centers—submit your island power grid 21+ days early so Edlen drops power before carpet is laid. |
| Hardwired Dedicated Ethernet & High-Density Wi-Fi | Smart City Networks (Exclusive In-House Telecom) | ~$1,095–$1,495 (basic wired drop) • $2,650–$5,900+ (dedicated 10–25 Mbps VLAN w/ public IPs) | +25% floor surcharge within 14 days of move-in | Lower Level Halls A–F sit 30 feet underground beneath 3rd Street where cellular 5G signal drops sharply—always order a hardwired Smart City drop or pre-cache demos locally when exhibiting in Lower Halls A–F! |
| Overhead Ceiling Truss Rigging & Banner Hoists | Show GSC / In-House Rigging Crew (Arizona Right-to-Work) | ~$1,350–$2,950 for 2-to-4 point hanging sign (25%–35% lower labor cost than coastal union halls) | Rigging plots due 21–30 days prior to move-in | North Upper Halls (31'6" clear), Lower Halls A–F (29'6" clear), and South Hall (28'0" pillarless) all support high-visibility overhead halo signs. |
| Compressed Air (90–100 PSI), Water Fill & Floor Drains | Edlen Electrical & Plumbing Utility Services (Exclusive) | ~$425–$820 compressed air connection • ~$490–$950 water & drain hookup | +30% late floor order surcharge | 30' × 30' floor pockets in North and West Buildings carry compressed air, water, drain, and power—ideal for SEMICON West cleanroom and wafer fabrication tools. |
| In-Booth Espresso, Hospitality Bars & Banquet Catering | Aventura Catering (Aramark — Exclusive In-House Caterer) | $115–$185++/person plated banquet • $52+/gal coffee • ~$2,100–$3,900/day hosted booth bar | Catering guarantees & sampling waivers lock 21 days out | Instead of paying $52+/gal for morning booth coffee or $165++ banquet minimums, host VIP prospects 1–4 minutes away at Press Coffee (North Atrium), Wren & Wolf, or The Arrogant Butcher. |
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Phoenix Convention Center (North, West & South Buildings)
Phoenix Convention Center Master Campus & Subterranean Hall A–F Guide
Maps the 312,500 sq. ft. contiguous Lower Level Hall A–F connecting North & West beneath 3rd Street, 190k sq. ft. North Upper Halls, 144k sq. ft. South Hall, 3 Ballrooms (46k/45k/28k), and 99 meeting rooms.
Layout Note: Lower Level Halls A–F unite North and West Buildings underground into a single 312,500 sq. ft. contiguous exhibit floor with 28 subterranean docks.
Visit Phoenix • Valley Metro • PHX Sky Train
Downtown Phoenix Copper Square Walk-Ring & Valley Metro Rail Map
Details the split-station Valley Metro Rail stops at 3rd St/Washington (Westbound) and 3rd St/Jefferson (Eastbound), the free 44th St PHX Sky Train airport transfer, and 4 on-campus parking garages.
Live Show-Floor Media & Social Feed#TheLodgingConference@phoenixconventioncenter
Live From the Show Floor: Walkthrough Videos & Instagram Feed
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Inside 'Tourney Town' at the Phoenix Convention Center (Hall Sightlines & Flow)
Floor Note:Shows the high-clearance North & Lower Level exhibit halls, multi-level escalator banks, and central concourse crowd flow during a full-campus takeover.
312.5k Lower SpanNorth Canyon AtriumHigh-Clearance Rigging
Phoenix Convention Center Multi-Building Campus Walkthrough (North, West & South Buildings)
Floor Note:Illustrates how North, West, and South Buildings connect via the elevated 3rd Street Skybridge and underground Lower Level Halls A–F.
North-West SkybridgeUnderground Halls A–FLight Rail Access
Downtown Phoenix Copper Square & Convention Center Corridor Highlights
Floor Note:Highlights the walkable Copper Square convention district surrounding PCC, from Sheraton HQ and Hyatt Regency to CityScape dining.
Copper Square Walk Ring6,000+ Walkable Rooms10 Mins from PHX
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312,500 sq. ft. of contiguous show floor inside Lower Level Exhibit Halls A–F uniting North and West Buildings beneath 3rd Street. #SEMICONWest #PhoenixConventionCenter
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Airport baggage-claim and satellite hotel credential pickup desks routinely cut opening-morning hall registration queues by 45–90 minutes.
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4.5
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Google Maps Review
5.0
“This convention center is HUGE! They provide stairs and escalators for each floor. It is exceptionally clean and well-maintained. This venue handled the high volume of attendees with ease and the staff are friendly and polite.”
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5.0
“The building is massive and beautifully done. There's elevators, escalators, a lower level that is underground connecting the buildings, ground level, and three more floors. Tons of food options in the North building and Press Coffee shop!”
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5.0
“The Phoenix Convention Center is an outstanding venue. Hundreds of courts and booths running smoothly, well air-conditioned during the summer months, and walkable to all the Downtown Phoenix restaurants and hotels.”
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The Lodging Conference 2026: Exhibitor ROI Scorecard, Booth Roll Call & Side-Events
Real-world hall traffic ratings from verified exhibitors and buyers, live booth swag & demo roll call, and the Phoenix after-hours networking & suite party calendar.
Tab A — Verified Exhibitor ROI Scorecard (The Lodging Conference 2026):
- Buyer Authority & Order Writing: 4.8 / 5.0 (9.4/10) — 70,000+ qualified retail, wholesale & fleet buyers.
- Hall Foot Traffic by Zone: West Hall (4.8★) · Central Hall (4.7★) · North Hall (4.5★) · South Hall (4.4★).
- Freeman Drayage & IBEW Local 357 Electrical Speed: 4.3 / 5.0 when shipped to Advance Warehouse before Oct 22.
- Will You Exhibit Again in 2027?: 86% Yes (Verified Renewal Intent).
Tab B — Verified Attendee Experience Scorecard (The Lodging Conference 2026):
- Vegas Loop & Monorail Transit Speed: 4.8 / 5.0 — 2-to-4 min underground Tesla Loop transfers across all 4 halls.
- Badge Pickup & Registration Wait Time: 4.6 / 5.0 — Fastest pickup at Westgate Monorail & South Hall Lower before 8:30 AM.
- New Products Showcase & Feature Builds Quality: 4.9 / 5.0 — 2,400+ exhibitors & 1,500+ feature builds.
- SEMA Fest & Friday Cruise Rollout Experience: 4.9 / 5.0 — Unmatched live drift, Burnyard & Friday 4:00 PM parade rollout.
Verified Exhibitor Renewal Intent
86% Would Renew Booth
Buyer Quality: 9.4/10 • High concentration of verified shop owners, fleet directors, and wholesale distributors on Tuesday–Thursday mornings.
Highest-Rated Hall for Buyer ROI
Main Concourse & Prime Halls (4.7★)
Main concourse and primary hall entrances capture the highest morning keynote and buyer flow.
Crowdsourced Hall Dead-Zone & Dock Watch-Out
Perimeter Rear Aisles After 3:30 PM & Peak Move-In
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The Lodging Conference 2026 Booth Roll Call, Live Demos & Swag Tracker
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| Exhibiting Brand | Booth # & Hall | Swag Drop, Live Demo or Special Activation | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anchor Industry Exhibitor Showcase | Main Concourse Anchor • Primary Exhibit Hall | Live Product Demos, Executive Briefings & Show-Floor Buyer Swag Drops | Featured Exhibitor |
The Lodging Conference 2026 After-Parties, Brand Happy Hours & Suite Mixers (Sep 21–24, 2026)
The real deals happen between 5:00 PM and Midnight. Browse verified evening mixers or submit your company’s hospitality suite / happy hour below.
| Date & Time | Side-Event / After-Party | Host Brand | Venue & Corridor Transit | Access / RSVP |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Night 1 (Opening Evening) 5:00 PM – 7:30 PM | The Lodging Conference Opening Night Exhibitor & Buyer Reception | Official Show Floor & Corridor Lounges | Headquarters Hotel & Phoenix Convention Center Concourse | Badge Holders |
Night 2 (Peak Deal Night) 6:30 PM – 10:00 PM | VIP Executive Steakhouses & Sponsor Suite Mixers | Enterprise Sponsors & Industry Partners | Walkable Phoenix Convention Corridor Venues | RSVP / Invite Required |
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The Lodging Conference 2026 Proprietary Conventions.com Rating & Receipt Check
The Lodging Conference earns a 7.7/10 ShowScore™ based on verified Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment buyer scale (2,500+ B2B Attendees), Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts infrastructure (7.6/10 VenueScore™), and corridor hotel/vendor economics.
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7.7/10
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7.6/10
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👤 Attendee Verdict
Attendee Value & Access
7.8/10
High concentration of Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment decision-makers at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts, with 10 mapped corridor hotels and direct airport access.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Direct access to 2,500+ B2B Attendees and concentrated Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment floor exhibits under one roof.
- • 10 corridor hotels mapped with transparent resort-fee and walk-time comparisons.
- • Fly into PHX (10 mins (4.0 mi via Free PHX Sky Train + Valley Metro Rail)) and arrive the afternoon prior to opening keynotes.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Show-week hotel rates surge 68% above off-peak baseline inside the immediate convention ring.
- • Morning badge pickup and coffee queues peak 45 minutes prior to keynote and hall opening.
★ Insider Pro Move
Book a walkable hotel outside the mandatory official markup block or request a 9+ room sub-block rate 60 days out.
🏗️ Exhibitor Verdict
Exhibitor ROI & Floor Economics
7.7/10
Strong B2B buyer concentration for Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment exhibitors, with 25%–38% savings available by bidding booth build, AV, and I&D to independent local EACs.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • Verified buyer attendance (2,500+ B2B Attendees) with high commercial purchasing authority.
- • Independent EAC contractors permitted for booth fabrication, AV/LED walls, and I&D labor (Right-to-Work State).
- • Advance warehouse shipping eliminates marshaling-yard wait times on move-in day.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • Ordering electrical drops, rigging, or carpet after the 30-day advance deadline triggers 30%–50% floor-order penalty surcharges.
- • Phoenix Convention Center (Arizona Right-to-Work) Carry-In Policy: Full-time exhibitor personnel may hand-carry pop-up displays, literature, and personal rolling luggage in through public pedestrian entrances and set up booths of any size using their own staff without mandatory union carpenter minimums; dock-unloaded crated freight and forklifts route through the show's official GSC.
★ Insider Pro Move
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🎯 Promoter & Sponsor Verdict
Promoter & Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
High executive attendance and 7 mapped private dining buyout venues enable high-converting off-floor deal hospitality during The Lodging Conference.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • 7 vetted private dining rooms and full-venue buyouts mapped within minutes of Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts.
- • Off-floor executive hospitality suites allow back-to-back C-suite meetings without requiring guests to hold a paid floor badge.
- • Strong media and social footprint across Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment buyers.
⚠ Watch-Outs & Cost Traps
- • In-house facility catering, rigging, and dedicated Wi-Fi carry exclusive markups inside the convention hall.
- • Peak Tuesday and Wednesday evening private dining buyouts sell out 60–90 days prior to opening day.
★ Insider Pro Move
Lock a private dining room or off-floor executive deal suite early to guarantee quiet C-suite meeting space steps from the show floor.
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Who Sponsors The Lodging Conference 2026 (5 Tracked Tiered Sponsors)
Verified corporate sponsors underwriting keynotes, conference tracks, badges/lanyards, and receptions at The Lodging Conference 2026—cross-indexed against 1,116+ active trade-show sponsors in the Conventions.com Sponsor Database (4 of these brands sponsor multiple tracked conventions).
Gold / Track$100,000 – $250,000
Hilton
hilton.comSponsor • Lobby Lounge A
Sponsors 10 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
Marriott International
marriott.comSponsor • Booth #10
Sponsors 10 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
Best Western
bestwestern.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #22
Sponsors 4 Tracked Conventions
Gold / Track$35,000 – $85,000
Choice Hotels
choicehotels.comSponsor & Exhibitor • Booth #15
Sponsors 2 Tracked Conventions
Also Sponsors: The Lodging Conference
Gold / Track$15,000 – $35,000
Marcus & Millichap
marcusmillichap.comSponsor • Booth #5
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Dates, credential pickup, exhibiting costs, labor rules, walkable hotels, and client dining.
A standard 10×10 inline booth at The Lodging Conference (Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts, Phoenix) typically runs $7,400–$8,900 all-in when factoring raw booth space, drayage, electrical drops, and carpet. Exhibitors can lock our locally warehoused $3,995 Zero-Drayage Turnkey CloudBooth™ or compare 3 local Phoenix EAC booth bids to save 40%–52%.
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Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts is surrounded by 6,000+ Rooms (10 Copper Square Hotels) anchored by Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (City-Owned Convention HQ). The FY2026/27 federal GSA per-diem cap for Phoenix is $198/night lodging and $86/day M&IE. Contact Sara Chaval at the Conventions.com Housing Desk ((702) 576-1312) for 10+ room blocks with resort fees waived.
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The Lodging Conference Historical Attendance & Booth Space Rate Trends (2022–2027 Archive)
Year-over-year audited attendance and raw exhibit space rates across recent editions.
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