AAAI has reserved blocks of rooms at the Sheraton Pasadena Hotel and Hilton Pasadena Hotel at reduced conference rates.

HILTON PASADENA
168 South Los Robles Avenue
Pasadena, California 91101
Tel: (626) 577-1000
Fax: (626) 584-3148
http://www1.hilton.com/en_US/hi/hotel/PASPHHF-Hilton-Pasadena-California/index.do

Reservations: 1-800-HILTONS or via Fax at 1-66-584-3148

Refer to group name: “IJCAI”

Conference Rates available July 9 – July 18, 2009
Run of House Single or Double Room: $159.00
King Room Single or Double: $159.00
Check-in time: 3:00 PM
Check-out time: 12:00 Noon
Cut-off date for conference rate reservations: June 20, 2009 at 5:00 PM PDT

Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be accepted at rates then publicly available, subject to availability.

Reservations should be made directly with the Hilton Pasadena through one of the methods listed above. The Hilton Pasadena rates are subject to State and City taxes in effect at the time of check in. Currently, these taxes are 15% and are subject to change without prior notice.

Once an individual reservation has been made, any changes should be made directly with the Group Reservations Department. A credit card number or one (1) nights’ advance deposit will be required to secure a room out of the block. Cancellations must be received 24 hours prior to arrival or one (1) night room and tax will be assessed.

Parking

Guest parking is available at a special discounted rate currently at $15.00 in the Self Park Garage and valet parking is $21.00 per day (recommended). These rates are subject to change.

SHERATON PASADENA HOTEL
303 East Cordova Street
Pasadena, California, 91101
http://www.starwoodhotels.com/sheraton/search/hotel_detail.html?propertyID=1196
Reservations: (626) 449-4000 or (800) 457-7940, or Starwood Sheraton’s Central Reservation Office at (800) 325-3535.
Refer to group name “IJCAI” or “21^st International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence”

Conference Rates available July 9 – 17, 2009
Single or Double Occupancy: $139.00
Triple or Quadruple Occupancy: $149.00
The extended group rates are valid three (3) days prior and three (3) days after the event, based upon availability. Rates quoted are net, non-commissionable.
Check-in time: 3:00 PM
Check-out time: 12:00 Noon
Cut-off date for conference rate reservations: June 9, 2009 at 5:00 PM PDT
Reservation requests received after the cut-off date will be accepted at rates then publicly available, subject to availability.

Reservations should be made directly with the Sheraton Pasadena Hotel through one of the methods listed above. The Sheraton Pasadena Hotel rates are subject to State and City taxes in effect at the time of check in. Currently, these taxes are 15.065% and are subject to change without prior notice.

All reservation requests must be accompanied by a first night room deposit, or be guaranteed with a major credit card. Any cancellations within 24 hours from the date of arrival will be billed for one night room and tax.

Parking

Currently, covered parking is $13.00 per car for overnight guests and $7.00 per car for day guests. The parking charge is subject to change without prior notice.

Airport Transportation

LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT (LAX)

1 World Way, Los Angeles

LAX is located 30 minutes from Pasadena and offers non-stop and direct flights daily from every major national and international airline carrier.
(310) 646-5252 • http://www.lawa.org/welcomeLAWA.html

Ground Transportation to Pasadena:
Typical minimum charge to hotels from LAX:
Limousine, 90.00 USD; Super Shuttle, 22.00 USD; Taxi, 71.00 USD

BOB HOPE AIRPORT (Burbank/Pasadena/Glendale)
2627 N. Hollywood Way, Burbank, CA, 91505

Burbank is 20 minutes from Pasadena and is serviced by Alaska, Aloha, American, America West, JetBlue, United, and Southwest Airlines.
(818) 840-8847 • http://www.bobhopeairport.com

Ground Transportation to Pasadena:
Typical minimum charge to hotels from Burbank/Pasadena/Glendale Airport:
Limousine, 62.00 USD; Super Shuttle, 16.00 USD, Taxi 35.00 USD

SHUTTLE SERVICE COMPANIES:

Prime Time Shuttle
Prime Time offers door-to-door service to and from Los Angeles International Airport and Bob Hope/Burbank Airport.
(800) 733-8267, (310) 342-7200 • http://www.primetimeshuttle.com

Super Shuttle
SuperShuttle offers door-to-door service to and from Los Angeles International Airport and Bob Hope/Burbank Airport.
(626) 443-6600 or (800) 700-1983 • http://www.supershuttle.com

Disclaimer

In offering the Sheraton Pasadena Hotel, Hilton Pasadena, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX), Bob Hope Airport, and all other service providers (hereinafter referred to as "Supplier(s)" for the 21^st International Joint Conference on Artificial Intelligence (IJCAI-09), AAAI and IJCAI act only in the capacity of agent for the Suppliers that are the providers of the service. Because AAAI and IJCAI have no control over the personnel, equipment or operations or providers of accommodations or other services included as part of the IJCAI-09 program, AAAI and IJCAI assume no responsibility for and will not be liable for any personal delay, inconveniences or other damage suffered by conference participants which may arise by reason of (1) any wrongful or negligent acts or omissions on the part of any Supplier or its employees, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment or instrumentality owned, operated or otherwise used by any Supplier, or (3) any wrongful or negligent acts or omissions on the part of any other party not under the control, direct or otherwise, of AAAI or IJCAI.

IJCAI-09 VENUE

Pasadena, California

Located at the base of the beautiful San Gabriel Mountains, Pasadena’s central location serves as a gateway to all that Southern California has to offer. Pasadena itself offers a surprising combination of sophisticated charm, culture, history, and fun. Pasadena is Southern California’s premier dining and entertainment destination, with over 500 restaurants. The city consists of several districts, including “Old Town,” an historic 22-block area, offering more than 120 specialty shops, retail stores and boutiques, 80 restaurants, and an array of entertainment opportunities. Several world-class museums, including the Huntington Library and Art Gallery, the Norton Simon Museum, and the Pacific Asia Museum are located here, as well as several extensive botanical gardens at the Los Angeles County Arboretum, the Huntington Library, and Descanso Gardens, reflecting Pasadena’s association with the “Rose.” The city has a rich architectural heritage, which includes an unusual concentration and diversity of landmark-quality buildings dating from the late 1880s. Be sure to visit the recently renovated City Hall — only steps away from the Pasadena Convention Center — an exquisite 1927 landmark exhibiting Italian Renaissance and Spanish influences. Pasadena has a lively arts scene, with such diverse offerings as the famous Pasadena Playhouse or Ice House Comedy Club, which has played host to the comedic talents of Steve Martin, Robin Williams, and Lily Tomlin. Pasadena has long been considered a premier center for science and technology, serving as the home to the California Institute of Technology and the Jet Propulsion Laboratory, as well as several high-profile industry partners. For more information, please visit http://www.pasadenacal.com/.