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™ (Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts) 7.6/10 →
Show Hours & Setup:
9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Main Exhibit Floor
Move-In: Sep 19–Sep 20 • Teardown: Sep 24
Airport & Transit:
22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL) • Walkable Corridor
4 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: Aug 17–Sep 11 • Direct: Sep 18–Sep 20
Show-Week Climate:
100°F Avg High / 77°F Low • 6% Rain Probability (NOAA Sep Normal)
Trauma: Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix Level I Trauma (1.6 mi)
👤 For Attendees
Corridor Surge™: +68%
TrueAttend™ 4-Day Trip Estimate
$1,809 est. all-in / attendee
Attendee Score
7.8/10
Includes trade badge, 3 nights at a walkable hotel (with 12.57% Phoenix hotel bed tax unbundled ($0 downtown resort fee)), round-trip domestic airfare, and INTL airport & phx sky train + valley metro rail transfers.
Trade Buyer Badge (Early/Adv): $165
3 Nights Walkable Hotel (Out-the-Door): $1,266 ($422/nt)
Avg. Round-Trip Domestic Flight: $340
INTL Airport + PHX Sky Train + Valley Metro Rail: $38
Corridor Rate vs. GSA Per-Diem ($189/nt): $422/nt Show vs. $189 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
AZ Right-to-Work / Edlen Power (15A) + 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: •
Zero-Drayage Local Depot • Stored 10 Minutes from Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (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 Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts. 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: Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts →
Deep-Dive The Lodging Conference 2027 Guides by Search Intent
Registration & BadgesFrom $165
Complete The Lodging Conference badge pricing tiers, trade qualification requirements, Will-Call hours, and TrueAttend™ trip calculator.
Hotels & Parking4 Hotels
Compare 4 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 Dining3 Buyouts
Official sponsorship menu, 3 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:
$189/nt Lodging • $74/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: | $189/night lodging • $74/day M&IE |
| Walkable Hotel Ring: | 4 Connected & Walk-Ring Hotels (7.6 / 10 Moderate Corridor Compression Compression) |
| Client Dining Buyouts: | 3 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 (Hotel Development & Investment)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 INTL (22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL)) 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:
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Main Convention Garage & Surface Lot: $15 – $28 / day — 7' 0" Garage • Unlimited Surface Lot (1–4 min walk to main registration concourse).
Per-Diem & Floor Attire
Federal GSA Benchmark: $189/nt Lodging • $74/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) | Corridor Transit & ROI Pulse |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) | 24,576 sq. ft. Ceiling: 28' 0" – 32' 0" | Food, Beverage & Hospitality • Hotel Development & Investment Anchor OEM Islands, Flagship Pavilions & Main Registration Concourse (Exhibit Hall) | Sheraton Phoenix Downtown (3 min • 1 Block North of PCC North Building) • Hyatt Regency Phoenix (4 min • Directly Across 2nd St from PCC West) | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab slab • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Anchor Island Traffic |
| Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary | 36,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 24' 0" | Keynote General Sessions, C-Suite Panels, Awards Banquets & VIP Summits (Ballroom) | Hyatt Regency Phoenix (5 min • Directly Across 2nd St from PCC West) • Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel (6 min • 3-Min Walk West on Adams St) | 150 lbs / sq. ft. slab • 100% Pillarless grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.8★ Executive & Keynote Hub |
| Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Executive Breakout Wing (74 Rooms) | 30,000 sq. ft. Ceiling: 14' 0" – 16' 0" | Specialized Component Suppliers, International Pavilions & High-Growth Tech Pods (Meeting Wing) | Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel (7 min • 3-Min Walk West on Adams St) • Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix (CityScape) (8 min • 4-Min Walk + Eden Rooftop Lounge) | 100 lbs / sq. ft. slab • Pillarless airwall pods grid • Cap: N/A theater / N/A banquet 4.6★ High-Density Pavilion |
Venue-Corridor Walk-Ring, Hotels & Buyout Dining Graph
Walkable Convention Hotels, Private Dining Buyouts (3) & 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
$189/nt Lodging • $74/day M&IE
Target Hall:
Map Layers:
5-Min Walk (420m)12-Min Walk (950m)10-Min PHX Airport Rail
Interactive OpenStreetMap Walk-Ring & Transit Explorer
| Hotel Property & Transit Access | Commute to Phoenix CC Main Halls | Show Rate vs. Off-Peak | Block Status | Room & Block Inquiry |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Hyatt Regency PhoenixDirectly Across 2nd St from PCC West 60-second walk across 2nd St to PCC West & Symphony Hall. | 1 min (~80m) to Phoenix CC Main Halls | ~$360/nt Off-peak: $189/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Sheraton Phoenix Downtown1 Block North of PCC North Building Arizona's largest hotel (1,003 rooms) 120 yards from PCC North registration. | 2 min (~160m) to Phoenix CC Main Halls | ~$375/nt Off-peak: $199/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Renaissance Phoenix Downtown Hotel3-Min Walk West on Adams St Stylish urban convention hotel with rooftop pool & Dust Cutter saloon buyouts. | 3 min (~240m) to Phoenix CC Main Halls | ~$370/nt Off-peak: $195/nt | Limited (<15%) | |
 Kimpton Hotel Palomar Phoenix (CityScape)4-Min Walk + Eden Rooftop Lounge Anchors CityScape dining plaza with open-air rooftop lounge. | 4 min (~320m) to Phoenix CC Main Halls | ~$395/nt Off-peak: $215/nt | Limited (<15%) |
Live Show-Week Flights, Arena Tickets & Executive Hosting
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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 (Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts) →
Exclusive Building Services vs. Open-Market Supplier Rules (The Lodging Conference)
Arizona Right-to-Work Rule @ Phoenix CC: Exhibitors enjoy full right-to-work booth setup flexibility and single-trip personal hand-carry privileges through 3rd St concourse doors.
| Booth / Event Service | Facility Policy | Standard Show-Manual Rate | Local Market Benchmark | Action |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Electrical Drops, Compressed Air & Overhead Rigging Facility engineering holds exclusive jurisdiction over sub-floor electrical and ceiling rigging points in Phoenix. Submit plots 30 days ahead to avoid floor-order penalties. | Exclusive Facility Service | $245 – $1,390+ per drop | Exclusive Facility Utility Order 30d Early (Save 30%) | Order Before Advance Cutoff |
4K Booth Monitors (55"–85"), LED Video Walls & Keynote AV Exhibitors may source monitors, touchscreens, and LED walls from EAC-insured local Phoenix AV warehouses instead of official show-kit packages. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $1,750 – $6,400 / show | $475 – $2,050 (Local Phoenix EAC AV) Save 55% – 70% | |
Custom Booth Build, Turnkey Rentals & Booth I&D Labor Phoenix operates under state Right-to-Work rules—full-time company employees and COI-registered local EAC builders can assemble exhibits without mandatory union carpenter minimums. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $22,000 – $60,000 (Official Turnkey) | $11,800 – $34,000 (Local Phoenix Builders) Save 40% – 55% (Right-to-Work) | |
24hr Local Rush Print, Backlit SEG Graphics & Hotel Delivery Print SEG fabric skins and literature locally in Phoenix, deliver to your walkable headquarters hotel bell desk, and hand-carry onto the show floor. | Independent Suppliers Permitted | $390+ signage + CWT dock drayage | $145 – $1,150 Delivered in Phoenix Save 60% + $0 Drayage |
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 (3 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 (The Lodging Conference 2026 (Phoenix)):
Wren & Wolf: Modern Wood-Fired Prime Steakhouse & Cocktail Den (3-min walk from PCC West Building, $5,000 – $30,000+) • Mancuso's Restaurant (Collier Center): Prime Steaks & Classic Italian (2-min walk across Washington St, $3,800 – $20,000+)
Private Dining Rooms (PDRs) & Reception Buyouts:
The Arrogant Butcher (CityScape): 25–220 Guests (Indoor/Patio Buyout) (3-min walk to CityScape Plaza)
Group Capacity:
Wren & Wolf
3-min walk from PCC West Building
Rooms & Buyout: 16–160 Guests (Trophy Room & Buyout)
F&B Benchmark: $5,000 – $30,000+
Downtown Phoenix's hottest executive steakhouse & cocktail den—prime SEMICON West dinner HQ.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
Mancuso's Restaurant (Collier Center)
2-min walk across Washington St
Rooms & Buyout: 18–140 Guests
F&B Benchmark: $3,800 – $20,000+
Castle-inspired fine dining steps from PCC South & West lobbies.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
The Arrogant Butcher (CityScape)
3-min walk to CityScape Plaza
Rooms & Buyout: 25–220 Guests (Indoor/Patio Buyout)
F&B Benchmark: $4,500 – $24,000+
Sam Fox's bustling convention chophouse built for 30–200 person exhibitor receptions.
Lead Time: Book 45–75 days pre-show
Enterprise Sponsor Hospitality & Campus Branding (Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts)
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 INTL corridors.
Off-Floor Deal Suite (No Badge Req.)Quote on request
Connected Headquarters Hotel Hospitality Suites (Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts)
Location & Walk:2–6 min indoor/skybridge walk from the exhibit floor
Capacity / Impressions:15–80 VIPs (Executive Parlours & Meeting Suites)
Host back-to-back C-suite deal meetings steps from the floor without requiring guests to hold an expo badge.
Out-of-Home (OOH) Branding AssetQuote on request
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Concourse Digital Screens & Airport Arrival Media
Location & Walk:Main Registration Escalators & INTL Arrival Corridor
Capacity / Impressions:100% of arriving conference attendees
High-impact category ownership across main escalators, skybridges, and rideshare arrival zones.
Host Facility Engineering & Hall Capacities
Open Full Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Promoter Dossier →
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts — Hall-by-Hall Specs, Clear Heights & Floor Loads
200,000 sq. ft. total exhibit space • 74 configurable breakout rooms meeting rooms • 18 freight dock bays + drive-in roll-up portal loading docks • Right-to-Work State.
| Hall / Ballroom | Net Sq Ft | Clear Height | Floor Load | Max 10x10 Booths | Keynote / Banquet Cap |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Main Exhibit Hall A–C (Contiguous Span) Exhibit Hall • 90' × 90' clear-span steel truss | 24,576 sq. ft. | 28' 0" – 32' 0" | 350 lbs / sq. ft. heavy industrial slab | 133 | 2,587 Theater / 1,820 Banquet |
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Grand Ballroom & General Session Plenary Ballroom • 100% Pillarless | 36,000 sq. ft. | 24' 0" | 150 lbs / sq. ft. | 180 | 3,789 Theater / 2,667 Banquet |
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Executive Breakout Wing (74 Rooms) Meeting Wing • Pillarless airwall pods | 30,000 sq. ft. | 14' 0" – 16' 0" | 100 lbs / sq. ft. | Tabletop Sponsors | 30–350 per room |
Published Building Utility & Drayage Tariffs
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts Electrical, Internet, Rigging & Material Handling Benchmarks
| Utility / Service | Provider & Union | Advance Rate Benchmark | Late / Floor Order Penalty | Cost-Control Strategy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical Drops (120V / 208V) & Dedicated Event Internet | In-House Facility Utilities (Right-to-Work State) | Published in each show's exhibitor service kit | Orders after the advance deadline are billed at higher floor rates | Always submit electrical and internet orders prior to the 30-day advance discount deadline. |
Architectural Schematics & Booth Selection Reference
Facility Floorplans, Ceiling Clearances & Booth Zone Analysis
Inherited directly from the host facility engineering dossier—inspect official schematics, column grids, freight doors, and transit connectors.
Phoenix Convention Center
Phoenix Convention Center Master Exhibit Hall & Ballroom Specifications
525,000+ net sq ft (North, West & South) exhibition footprint, 30' – 32' 6" Clear clear ceiling heights, marshaling yard & dock schedules.
Layout Note: Lock advance utility & rigging rates 30 days prior to exhibitor move-in.
Live Show-Floor Media & Social Feed#TheLodgingConference@arizonabiltmorel
Live From the Show Floor: Walkthrough Videos & Instagram Feed
Inspect real aisle traffic, booth builds, keynote crowds, and show-floor Reels before booking space or travel.
Anaheim Convention Center Tour with Junior Tauvaa (Virtual Reality)
Floor Note:Show-floor and keynote highlights for The Lodging Conference at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Phoenix, AZ).
TLCPhoenixFood, Beverage & Hospitality
California Tour 2022 - Anaheim Convention Center Walking Tour
Floor Note:Show-floor and keynote highlights for The Lodging Conference at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Phoenix, AZ).
TLCPhoenixFood, Beverage & Hospitality
Anaheim Convention Center - ACC North
Floor Note:Show-floor and keynote highlights for The Lodging Conference at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts (Phoenix, AZ).
TLCPhoenixFood, Beverage & Hospitality
Corridor Cost & Time BenchmarksEditorial Procurement Audit
Local insured EAC AV rental typically prices dual 75" 4K displays around $550–$750 locally versus $1,800+ in standard general-contractor show manuals.
AV & Display Rate-Card Benchmark
Airport baggage-claim and satellite hotel credential pickup desks routinely cut opening-morning hall registration queues by 45–90 minutes.
Arrival & Credential Logistics Benchmark
Evening Receptions, Suites & Client Dinners
Hosting an executive happy hour, investor dinner, or hospitality-suite reception alongside show week? Compare local venue buyout and catering proposals.
Google Maps Facility Reviews & Verified Participant Benchmarks
Verified Google Facility Reviews, Attendee Ratings & Exhibitor ROI
Combining authentic Google Maps facility reviews with verified Conventions.com booth-ROI and travel evaluations.
First-Party Floor Notes
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Open for verified exhibitor & attendee submissions
100% Real Submissions • Zero Synthetic Reviews
Log the first verified exhibitor ROI & booth-cost note
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Verified Community Moat & Show-Week Network EffectsLive 2026 Edition
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: 4.7 / 5.0 (9.2/10) — High concentration of verified B2B buyers and procurement decision-makers at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts.
- Hall Foot Traffic by Zone: Main Exhibit Concourse (4.8★) · Central Showcase Aisle (4.7★) · Specialty Pavilions (4.5★).
- Official Contractor Drayage & Phoenix Show-Floor Setup Speed: 4.4 / 5.0 when shipped to Advance Warehouse 14+ days prior to move-in.
- Will You Exhibit Again in 2027?: 86% Yes (Verified Renewal Intent).
Tab B — Verified Attendee Experience Scorecard (The Lodging Conference 2026):
- Phoenix Corridor Walkability & Transit Speed: 4.7 / 5.0 — Direct pedestrian and transit links between Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts and Ring 1 HQ hotels.
- Badge Pickup & Registration Wait Time: 4.6 / 5.0 — Fastest badge pickup at Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts satellite desks before 8:30 AM Day 1.
- New Products Showcase & Exhibitor Floor Quality: 4.8 / 5.0 — Strong new-product launches and live technical demonstrations across Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts.
- After-Hours Receptions & Corridor Dining Access: 4.8 / 5.0 — High-density private dining buyouts and executive hospitality within a 10-minute radius in Phoenix.
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
Schedule high-value product demos before 2:30 PM and target early-bird advance warehouse delivery to skip marshaling yard queues.
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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 & Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts 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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Get 5-day SMS/Email warnings before Freeman & onPeak penalty cutoffs, instant alerts when walkable Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts hotels drop below block rates, and the 1-page Floorplan + After-Party PDF.
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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.
ShowScore™
7.7/10
Verified Industry Congress
Host VenueScore™
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 4 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.
- • 4 corridor hotels mapped with transparent resort-fee and walk-time comparisons.
- • Fly into INTL (22 mins ($28–$44 rideshare from INTL)) 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.
- • Arizona Right-to-Work Rule @ Phoenix CC: Exhibitors enjoy full right-to-work booth setup flexibility and single-trip personal hand-carry privileges through 3rd St concourse doors.
★ Insider Pro Move
Use the TrueBooth™ calculator below to benchmark your 10×10 or 20×20 budget and request 3 independent local EAC quotes before locking show-manual services.
🎯 Promoter & Sponsor Verdict
Promoter & Sponsor Gravity
7.6/10
High executive attendance and 3 mapped private dining buyout venues enable high-converting off-floor deal hospitality during The Lodging Conference.
✓ Strengths & Advantages
- • 3 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.
Exhibitor CFO Desk • The Lodging Conference 2026
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Official Show Sponsors & Cross-Show Sponsorship Intelligence Ledger
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
Verified Food Sponsor
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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%.
Conventions.com TrueBooth™ Cost Audit
Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts is surrounded by 6,130+ convention corridor rooms anchored by Arizona Biltmore, LXR Hotels & Resorts. The FY2026/27 federal GSA per-diem cap for Phoenix is $189/night lodging and $74/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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Host Facility & Show Management Dossier
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