FlaxBast 2008
Fiber Foundations - Transportation, Clothing & Shelter in the Bioeconomy

Host Hotel Conference participants must make their own hotel bookings directly with the host hotel: Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown 90 - 22nd Street East Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada S7K 3X6 Tel: +1-306-244-2311 Fax: +1-306-664-2234 The host hotel for the conference is the Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown located in the heart of Saskatoon’s business district. It is across the street from Saskatchewan’s largest shopping centre, Midtown Plaza and TCU Place – Saskatoon’s Arts and Convention Centre. It is within walking distance to many restaurants, shops, parks and the beautiful South Saskatchewan River.

Conference guest room rates are as follows:

All prices are in Canadian Dollars

A block of guestrooms was reserved until Friday, June 27, 2008. After this, you must contact the Saskatoon Hilton directly (Tel: +1-306-244-2311) to inquire if space is still available at the conference rate of $119 CDN. Tell the Reservation Specialist that the room block has been coded SKFLAX. Please book early to avoid missing this conference room rate.

Each attendee will be responsible for their own charges unless alternate arrangements have been made. Payment at the hotel will be accepted in the form of a major credit card, cash or travelers cheque.

Amenities of the Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown include:

• All guest rooms are equipped with work desks and complimentary high speed internet.
• All guestrooms contain: microwaves, mini fridges, hair dryers, speaker phones, irons and ironing boards.
• Swimming Pool, Fitness Centre, ample downtown parking
• Coin operated laundry and games room

Other Features of the Hotel

• Ample ground level and underground parking
• Valet parking available
• Weekday laundry service
• An Automated Teller Machine located in the main lobby
• Complimentary business centre with fax, photocopier and high speed internet
• Free local calls and no access charges for long distance
• Hilton HHonors Guest Loyalty Program

Contact Info
Host Hotel for the 2008 Conference on Flax & Other Bast Plants:

Hilton Garden Inn Saskatoon Downtown
90 – 22nd Street East
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
S7K 3X6   Canada
Web: www.saskatoon.stayhgi.com
Tel. 1-877-7829-444

Other Accommodations in Saskatoon

Hotels, Bed & Breakfasts
For a complete listing of hotels and bed & breakfasts in Saskatoon and surrounding area, please visit www.tourismsaskatoon.com.

Low-Cost University Rooms
As an alternative to hotels, the University of Saskatchewan Residences offer low-cost accommodation to summer conference delegates in Saskatoon. The Voyager Place Residences consist of well maintained dormitory-style rooms in four historic buildings that are located in the centre of the University campus and are easily accessible by public transit or a 45-minute walk to the downtown core. Please click here for more information or to book accommodations at the University.