Travel
Hotels
The Game Developers Conference® Online offers discounted hotel rates to all attendees and exhibitors. Rooms are limited, and discounted rates are based on availability. Make your reservations early and mention Game Developers Conference® Online for the conference rate.
The last day to make reservations and receive special negotiated rates is September 14, 2010.
Note: The large music festival, Austin City Limits, overlaps with GDC Online. Hotel rooms may be difficult to book after September 14th. Book early and secure your room for the show.
As of 9/7 the following hotels have availability over certain dates for GDC Online. Please call hotel directly for rates and availability:
| Hyatt Regency Austin 208 Barton Springs Road Phone: 512-477-1234 Toll Free: 888-591-1234 |
Double Tree Club Hotel 1617 North IH-35 Direct: 512-479-4000 Toll Free: 800-222-TREE |
| La Quinta Inn - Austin Capitol 300 East 11th Street Direct: 512-476-1166 Toll Free: 800-753-3757 |
SPECIAL BULLETIN REGARDING HOUSING AT GDC ONLINE 2010
Several GDC Online exhibitors/attendees have reported receiving telephone calls from personnel who say they are affiliated with housing and the GDC Online 2010 event. GDC Online 2010 has contracted with multiple hotels directly and has not authorized any housing company for the event. GDC Online has reserved plenty of hotel rooms and there is still availability at the official contracted hotels. To make a reservation please contact the hotel DIRECTLY. Hotel information can be found below.
NOTE: Please contact hotel directly to make your reservation. Special rates have been extended and are based on availability.
For questions regarding GDC Online Housing, please contact:
Susannah Hong
Operations Coordinator
415-947-6234
susannah.hong@ubm.com
Embassy Suites Austin Downtown
5901 North IH-35
Austin TX 78704
For Reservations call:
Direct: 512-469-9000
Toll Free: 1800-Embassy (362-2779)
Rate: $159.00 King
$169.00 Double
Hotel does not have availability on the evening of Friday, October 8
Hilton Austin
500 East 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
For Reservations call: 1-512-482-8000
Rate: $189 Single/Double
Special Features:
- Hotel is located adjacent to the Austin Convention Center.
- Features The Tower Health Club & Spa
- Full Service UPS store on site
- Conveniently located only one block from Austin's famous Sixth Street nightlifeand a short stroll to the entertainment, shopping and dining in the Warehouse Entertainment District and 2nd Street District.
To book 10 or more rooms at the Hilton, please call the following hotel contact:
JOSHUA J TANZER
ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF REVENUE MANAGEMENT AND RESERVATIONS MANAGER
P: 512.682.2811
F: 512.682.2769
JOSH.TANZER@HILTON.COM
Please contact hotel directly to make your reservation. Special rates have been extended and are based on availability.
Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Studio Suites
300 E. 4th Street
Austin, TX 78701
For Reservations call: 1-800-321-2211 or 512-236-8008
Rate:
Courtyard by Marriott: $179 Single/Double SOLD OUT
Residence Inn Studio Suites: $184 Single/Double
Courtyard Marriott Hotel Amenities
- Complimentary high speed Internet in all the guest rooms
- Comp access to the fitness center and indoor salt water pool
- Adjacent to the Convention Center
Residence Inn Studio Suites Hotel Amenities
Same amenities as the Courtyard Marriott and includes:
- Suite with full kitchen
- Large living room space
- Manager's reception Monday - Thursday from 5pm - 7pm
- Daily complimentary American Breakfast Buffet in the Gatehouse
To book 10 or more rooms at the Courtyard by Marriott/Residence Inn Studio Suites, please call the following hotel contact:
Kimberly Williamson
Phone: 1-800-331-3131
Please contact hotel directly to make your reservation. Special rates have been extended and are based on availability.
Hampton Inn & Suites
200 San Jacinto
Austin, TX 78701
For Reservations call: 1-800-HAMPTON or 512-472-1500
Rates:
Standard/Double $159
King Suite $195
Hampton Inn & Suites Hotel Amenities
- Complimentary Internet in all the guest rooms
- Complimentary full breakfast buffet
To book 10 or more rooms at the Hampton Inn & Suites, please call the following hotel contact:
Jennifer Tinkler
512-472-1500
Jennifer.tinkler@hilton.com
Please contact hotel directly to make your reservation. Special rates have been extended and are based on availability.
Radisson Austin Hotel & Suites-Town Lake
111 Cesar Chavez
Austin, TX 78725
For Reservations call: 1-800-333-3333 or 512-478-9611/Direct
Rates:
Standard/Double $155
Suite $199
To book 10 or more rooms at the Radisson, please call the following hotel contact:
Emily Hastings
512-473-1543
ehastings@radissonaustin.com
Please contact hotel directly to make your reservation. Special rates have been extended and are based on availability.
Why Austin?
Austin, Texas fosters the same energy of community and innovation upon which GDC Online is founded. Discover why Austin is not only a conference location, but also a 
lively destination with cultural depth.
Music Festivals:
Austin City Limits Music Festival
October 8-10, 2010
Restaurants:
Austin hosts a plethora of unique dining options with Texas flair including Tex Mex, BBQ inspired, and fine dining.
View the full list of Austin restuarants here.
Arts and Museums:
Transportation
Driving directions:
Directions to the Austin Convention Center
Airports
Austin Bergstrom International Airport
Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
3600 Presidential Blvd.
Austin, Texas 78719
Parking
Click here to view a map of available parking.
Austin Convention Center
Austin Convention Center
500 East Cesar Chavez Street
Austin, TX 78701
