Hotel and Travel Information
2026 Design-Build for Transportation/Aviation Conference
Host Hotel and Conference VenueGaylord Texan Resort & Convention Center
1501 Gaylord Trail
Grapevine, TX 75051 (Dallas area)
Book your room early as blocks fill quickly and can sell out! Group discounted rates will be available until March 20, 2026 (5PM CT) or until the block sells out.
Attendee Room Block
$309/night single/double occupancy inclusive of resort fee (taxes not included); $20 each additional person over two.
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Government Room Block
$181/night inclusive of resort fee (taxes not included)
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When Should You Arrive?
Plan on arriving as early as Monday, April 13th to attend our Pre-Conference course - Leadership Academy: Building a Strong Foundation that starts at 8:00am on Tuesday, April 14th.
Arrive by Tuesday, April 14th if you are only attending the Transportation/Aviation Conference.
When Should You Depart?
Plan on departing on Friday, April 17th after 11:45am to attend the closing session.
Getting There:
The Grapevine, TX area offers two airport options:
• DFW – Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (closet airport) -
Distance from property: 6.0 miles
• DAL – Dallas Love Field Airport -
Distance from property: 20.8 miles
Parking:
Self-parking - $25.11/day (includes tax)
Valet parking - $53.04/day (includes tax)
Parking payment can be made during the time of booking hotel reservation.
Airport Transportation Options:
Airport transfers/shuttles can be arranged through Gaylord's Transportation Dept. (877) 778-2400 if desired. Rideshare and taxi are also available onsite at both DFW and Love Field. Once on property, Private Services and Limousine/Van services are also available.
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