Recommended Hotels & Discounted Rates
To provide flexibility for CI/HCOMP 2026 attendees, a variety of recommended hotel options are available near Virginia Tech's Academic Building One (AB1). Attendees may select the lodging that best aligns with their budget, preferred location, and travel schedule.
Virginia Tech has negotiated special rates and corporate discount codes with several nearby properties in Crystal City / National Landing and Historic Old Town Alexandria. When booking, please use the provided rate codes or booking links to access these discounted rates.
Hotels Near the Venue
These hotels are located in the immediate vicinity of Academic Building One, offering convenient walking access or brief rideshare commutes to the venue and Reagan National Airport (DCA).
Renaissance Arlington Capital View Hotel
Distance: 5-minute drive / 16-minute walk to AB1
Description: A stylish, contemporary hotel featuring spacious guest rooms and on-site dining.
Discount Rate Code: VJK
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Hyatt Regency Crystal City at Reagan National Airport
Distance: 4-minute drive / 17-minute walk to AB1
Description: A large, full-service hotel featuring rooftop event spaces and convenient access to DCA Airport and AB1.
Discount Rate Code: 1007887
Book Hyatt Regency Crystal City →
Hilton Arlington National Landing
Distance: 5-minute drive to AB1
Description: A modern hotel offering renovated rooms, a fitness center, an on-site restaurant, and easy transit access via car or Metro.
Discount Rate Code: N3080954
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Hotels in Historic Old Town Alexandria
Located just a short Metro ride or drive from the venue, Old Town Alexandria offers historic charm, boutique dining, and vibrant nightlife along King Street.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Old Town Alexandria
Distance: 12-minute drive / Direct Metro access (King St-Old Town to Potomac Yard)
Description: Features spacious two-room suites with complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast and evening receptions. Situated directly across from the King Street Metro station.
Discount Rate Code: 0560059515
Book Embassy Suites Old Town →
The Archer Hotel – Old Town Alexandria
Distance: 12-minute drive / 20-minute Metro commute
Description: A boutique luxury hotel offering a personalized experience, located close to King Street Metro, local boutiques, dining, and nightlife.
Special Rate Link: Book via Virginia Tech Rate Link →
Morrison House
Distance: 11-minute drive to AB1
Description: An intimate, Federalist-style boutique hotel featuring elegant rooms, floor-to-ceiling windows, and regionally inspired dining at The Study, located steps from King Street.
Discount Rate Code: VJK
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The Alexandrian
Distance: 12-minute drive to AB1
Description: A stylish boutique luxury hotel in the heart of Old Town Alexandria, featuring vibrant accommodations, an outdoor courtyard, and Southern dining at King & Rye.
Discount Rate Code: VJK
Book The Alexandrian →
Getting Around from Your Hotel
All recommended hotels offer convenient access to Academic Building One (AB1). For full details on regional transit, airport routes (DCA, IAD, BWI), local DASH bus options, Capital Bikeshare docks, and on-site parking rates, please visit our dedicated Conference Venue & Transportation Page.
- On Foot: Hotels in Crystal City/National Landing (such as the Renaissance and Hyatt Regency) are within an 8- to 11-minute walk to AB1.
- Via Metrorail: Properties near the King Street–Old Town station (Blue/Yellow Lines) are just two stops away from the Potomac Yard–VT Metrorail Station (~5 minutes on the train), which sits less than a 5-minute walk from the venue.
- Rideshare & Taxi: Rideshare services (Uber/Lyft) are plentiful across Alexandria and Arlington, with trips to AB1 typically taking 5 to 12 minutes.