Planning your trip to the i2i Center conference in Winston-Salem? Look no further than the Embassy Suites by Hilton Winston Salem Cherry Street for your accommodation needs. Perfectly situated for conference attendees, Embassy Suites offers both convenience and comfort, ensuring a seamless experience for your visit to the Benton Convention Center.
Experience Unmatched Convenience at Embassy Suites Winston Salem Cherry Street
Located directly across the street from the Benton Convention Center, Embassy Suites Winston Salem Cherry Street provides unparalleled access to the conference venue. Forget about transportation hassles – enjoy a direct, climate-controlled underground tunnel connecting the hotel right to the Benton Convention Center’s exhibit hall and breakfast level. This unique feature makes attending sessions and navigating the conference a breeze, especially during inclement weather. For those also considering the Marriott Winston-Salem, a skywalk conveniently links the two hotels, offering even more accessibility.
Exterior view of Embassy Suites hotel
The Embassy Suites Winston Salem Cherry Street, while currently sold out for the conference due to its popularity and prime location, remains a top recommendation for future visits and exemplifies the ideal lodging for events at the Benton Convention Center. For those seeking alternative options for this conference, nearby hotels like the Fairfield Inn and Hampton Inn offer excellent alternatives, which we will detail further below. However, let’s explore why Embassy Suites is such a favored choice when available.
Staying at Embassy Suites means starting your day right with a complimentary hot breakfast buffet for all guests. No need for vouchers – simply head down and enjoy a fulfilling breakfast before your conference activities. This is a significant perk, especially as breakfast will not be served directly at the Conference Center itself.
Embassy Suites Winston Salem Cherry Street Address: 460 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
While conference rates at Embassy Suites were offered at $144 per night, and reservations via the Embassy Suites Reservation Link or by calling 1-800-445-8667 (mentioning the i2i Conference) are currently unavailable due to full booking, it’s always wise to check for cancellations or future availability.
Exploring Nearby Hotel Alternatives
Although Embassy Suites and Marriott Winston-Salem are sold out, excellent alternatives are available close to the Benton Convention Center:
Fairfield Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown – A Comfortable and Affordable Choice
For a comfortable and budget-friendly option, consider the Fairfield Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown. Priced at $119 per night, this hotel includes a free hot breakfast buffet with your room. It’s conveniently located a short 3-4 minute ride or a 14-minute walk from the Benton Convention Center.
Exterior of Fairfield Inn & Suites hotel
Fairfield Inn & Suites Winston-Salem Downtown Address: 125 South Main Street Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone Reservations: (336) 714-2800
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Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown – Convenient and Well-Equipped
Another excellent choice is the Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown, offering rooms at $129 per night. Like Fairfield Inn, Hampton Inn also provides a free hot breakfast buffet. Its location is incredibly convenient, just a 4-minute walk or a 2-minute ride to the Benton Convention Center.
Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown Address: 235 N Cherry St, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Phone Reservations: 1-336-276-1010
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Marriott Winston-Salem – Directly Connected to the Benton
The Marriott Winston-Salem, similar to Embassy Suites, is directly connected to the Benton Convention Center via a skywalk. While also sold out for the conference, it’s worth noting for future reference. Conference rates were $140 for single occupancy and $145 for double occupancy.
Marriott Winston-Salem Address: 425 North Cherry Street Winston-Salem, North Carolina 27101
Breakfast Options for Conference Attendees
Start your day energized with the complimentary breakfast options available at several hotels:
- Embassy Suites: All guests enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast buffet.
- Fairfield Inn & Suites: A free hot breakfast buffet is included with your stay.
- Hampton Inn and Suites: Guests also benefit from a complimentary hot breakfast buffet.
- Marriott Winston-Salem: Conference registrants staying at the Marriott receive an i2i Center breakfast voucher for a special menu item at the hotel’s Butcher and Bull Restaurant. This voucher covers a specific breakfast item and tax (tip not included). Alternatively, it provides a $15 value towards the regular breakfast menu.
Selection of breakfast food items
Please note that breakfast will not be served at the Benton Convention Center itself.
Parking Information for Hotels and Conference
For both overnight guests and daily attendees, parking is conveniently located at the 6th and Cherry Street parking deck, directly across from the Benton Center. This deck offers a 3rd-floor skywalk connection to the main floor of the Benton Convention Center, making it easily accessible for everyone, including those with disabilities.
Parking rates are affordable: $1 per hour, with a daily maximum of $9, and $2 for all-day parking on Saturday or Sunday.
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An alternative parking option is the LAZ parking deck on Cherry Street and Marshall Street, in front of the Embassy Suites. However, note that rates here are double those of the 6th and Cherry Street deck, and it does not have direct skywalk access to the Benton Convention Center.
Airport Information
Traveling to Winston-Salem by air? The closest airport is Greensboro/High Point (GSO) Airport, located just 17.3 miles away. Other accessible airports include:
- Charlotte (CLT) Airport: 72.8 miles
- Raleigh/Durham (RDU) Airport: 83.3 miles
- Roanoke (ROA) Airport: 86.2 miles
- Tri-Cities Regional (TRI) Airport: 124.1 miles
We hope this information helps you plan your stay for the i2i Center conference in Winston-Salem. While Embassy Suites Winston Salem Cherry Street is a prime choice for future visits, the nearby Fairfield Inn and Hampton Inn offer excellent options for this conference, ensuring a comfortable and convenient experience.
