Where to stay.

We've reserved a block of discounted rooms at the host hotel, connected to the Convention Center. Book early. The rate holds until the block fills or until September 22, whichever comes first.

Host hotel

Hyatt Regency Albuquerque

The Hyatt Regency connects directly to the Albuquerque Convention Center and hosts the room block, breakfast, and evening receptions. Rooms include Wi-Fi and discounted event parking.

330 Tijeras Ave NW · Albuquerque, NM 87102

Book in the block Getting there

Room block

Consortium rates.

Use the SWEC 2026 group code when booking. Rates are per night, before New Mexico lodging tax.

Single / Double

$169 / night

Standard king or two queens
Included Wi-Fi
Discounted parking

Student share

$119 / night

Reduced trainee rate
Roommate-matching list
Two queens

Reserve

Overflow hotel

$139 / night

Hotel Andaluz, 3 blocks
Historic downtown
On shuttle loop

Budget

$99 / night

Nearby select-service hotels
Rideshare to venue
Book independently

Group code & booking link are placeholders. Once the block is contracted with the hotel, the live reservation link and code will appear here.

Good to know

Practical details.

Block deadline

Rate holds until Sep 22, 2026 or when the block fills.

Elevation

Albuquerque sits at about 5,300 ft, and the air is dry, so plan to drink plenty of water.

Mid-October weather

Warm days (~70°F), cool nights (~45°F). Bring layers.

Balloon Fiesta

The Balloon Fiesta ends in early October. Book lodging early regardless.