AABC has historically been held in beautiful waterfront locations and this year is no exception. The Tampa Convention Center and Westin Tampa Harbour Island are located directly on the waterfront in the heart of downtown Tampa, a short walk to hotels, restaurants and bars. After a busy conference day, you can walk along the waterfront, visit movie theaters, restaurants, bars, shops and the unique Florida Aquarium, located just a few steps away. Tampa International Airport is just 15 minutes away, with low cost fares to most US destinations and excellent international connections.

Local attractions include the Performing Arts Center, Museum of Art, within walking distance. Minutes away are Ybor City and Busch Gardens.

This year, we have selected the Westin Tampa Harbour Island as our conference headquarters hotel. We have also secured a number of rooms at a special AABC group discount at three other nearby hotels within a few minutes walk from the Tampa Convention Center: the Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina, Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel and Embassy Suites Tampa.

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Courtyard Marriott, Downtown Tampa
Stepping out of the hotel into the landscaped courtyard area, you would never know you are in the center of downtown Tampa's business district. Located across the street from the Tampa Bay Performing Arts Center, and conveniently located near the Tampa Museum of Art, Convention Center, Tampa Bay History Center. Tampa International Airport is only six miles away. Enjoy breakfast and dinner in the Courtyard Cafe, relax at the outdoor pool, or work out in the fitness center. Free high-speed Internet access available at this hotel. The hotel provides free shuttle to the convention center.
Rate $149 per night including full buffet breakfast
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Sheraton Tampa Riverwalk Hotel
This elegant hotel is four blocks from the Tampa Convention Center. It has an outdoor swimming pool with 500-foot riverfront deck, fitness center, waterfront dining, full service business center and complimentary shuttle service within a three mile radius of the hotel.
AABC special group rate: $149 (Includes full breakfast). The Sheraton has limited smoking rooms available.
SOLD OUT

Embassy Suites Tampa
This elegant hotel is connected by Skybridge to the Tampa Convention Center. Each suite has a private bedroom and spacious living room. Guests receive complimentary daily breakfast. It features a heated outdoor swim spa with cabana pool bar and a fitness center.
AABC special group rate: $155
SOLD OUT

Tampa Marriott Waterside Hotel & Marina
A striking silhouette along the Channel Riverwalk, Tampa Marriott Waterside is a few minutes walk from the Convention Center. This new hotel offers elegant amenities for work and play, from 50,000 square feet of meeting space and complete business services to several delicious restaurants, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa.
The Marriott is a non-smoking Hotel.
AABC special group rate: $155
SOLD OUT

Westin Tampa Harbour Island
This lovely hotel is situated on a unique landscaped island in downtown Tampa, adjacent to the Convention Center. The atmosphere is that of a resort, with an outdoor pool, fitness center, gourmet restaurant and stunning harbor views. There is also a full-service business center and excellent meeting room facilities. We will be holding the final day of AABC technical sessions at this hotel.
AABC special group rate: $169 (One breakfast per day
included in room price). The Westin is a non-smoking hotel.
SOLD OUT