Conference Lodging
Polo Residence Hall
We strongly encourage all ES12 participants to take advantage of on-campus housing in our attractive Polo Residence Hall. This hall opened in 1998 and features a split-level townhouse-like arrangement. Within each townhouse, four persons share a kitchen, living room, and two bathrooms. Each person has a private bedroom with closet. Individual apartments are available that house two persons sharing a kitchenette, living/dining area, and one double occupancy bedroom. Handicapped-accesible apartments are also available. The cornerstone of the building is the main lobby, which is a two-and-a-half story rotunda. Wireless internet access is available throughout campus, including Polo Residence Hall.
Polo Residence Hall is within a convenient walking distance to all conference activities. The cost for this option is $131 per person for three nights, including tax, linens, and towels. For more information, pictures, floor plans, and corresponding maps, please visit Polo Residence Hall.
Graylyn International Conference Center
Graylyn International Conference Center is the Wake Forest University conference center. Located adjacent to campus on a beautiful 55-acre estate, Graylyn is within a lovely scenic walk from campus through the Reynolda House Gardens and Reynolda Village. Graylyn features 96 uniquely decorated and well-appointed guest rooms in either the castle-like Manor House or French cottage-style Mews. As the university-owned conference center, Graylyn is offering a special rate for our conference attendees, which includes their famous Estate Breakfast. We have a block of rooms reserved for our conference, but room availability is limited due to other events, so please make your arrangements early. Graylyn provides shuttle transportation to and from the airport for a reasonable price. Shuttle service to and from the conference will also be provided by the conference free of charge. For more information or to make your reservation, please contact Graylyn directly and use the Group Code ES12. Even if you are not staying in Graylyn, it's worth a visit for its astonishing architecture and historical background!
- Graylyn Website
- 1900 Reynolda Road, Winston-Salem, NC 27106
- Phone: (800) 472-9596, Fax: (336) 725-5180, Sales: (336) 758-2425
- Shuttle service to the conference is provided.
Other Lodging Options
We highly recommend that workshop participants stay in either the Polo Residence Hall or the Graylyn Conference Center (see above) due to their proximity to the conference activities. You are also welcome to choose any of the other nearby accomodation options listed below. However, keep in mind that transportation to and from these locations is NOT PROVIDED by our conference. Please contact these hotels directly to make reservations.
Courtyard by Marriott
- Courtyard by Marriott website
- 3111 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 (1.2 miles from WFU)
- Phone: (336) 727-1277, ext. 300, Fax: (336) 722-8219
- Shuttle service available to and from the conference, by appointment, by Black Tie Transport: (336) 768-5177, at your expense. Taxi service also available.
Clarion Sundance Hotel
- Clarion Sundance Hotel website
- 3050 University Parkway, Winston-Salem, NC 27105 (1.2 miles from WFU)
- Phone: (336) 723-2911, Fax: (336) 714-4578
- Taxi service available to and from the conference at your expense.
Brookstown Inn - Downtown Winston-Salem
- Brookstone Inn
- 200 Brookstown Avenue, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Phone: (800) 845-4262
- Taxi service available to and from the conference at your expense.
Embassy Suites - Downtown Winston-Salem
- Embassy Suites website
- 460 North Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Phone: (800) 445-8667, Fax: (336) 721-2240
- Taxi service available to and from the conference at your expense.
Marriott Hotel - Downtown Winston-Salem
- Marriot Hotel website
- 425 North Cherry Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Phone: (877) 888-9762 or (336) 725-3500, Fax: (336) 728-4025
- Taxi service available to and from the conference at your expense.
Hawthorne Inn - Downtown Winston-Salem
- Hawthorne Inn Website
- 420 High Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
- Phone: (877) 777-3099, Fax: (336) 777-3282
- Taxi service available to and from the conference at your expense.
Where to Eat …
Meals throughout the conference will be provided on campus and are included in the registration fee. A variety of other establishments are listed below. Note that these dining options are not included in the registration fee nor will it be reimbursed.
Village Tavern Cuisine: American |
Bonefish Grill Cuisine: American, Seafood |
Milner’s American Southern Cuisine: American, Seafood |
Sweet Potatoes Restaurant Cuisine: Southern |
Nawab Indian Cuisine Cuisine: Indian |
River Birch Lodge Cuisine: American |
Ryan’s Steaks, Chops & Seafood Cuisine: Steakhouse |
Simply Yummy - lunch only Cuisine: American |