Conference Update February 9th – Room Style Clarification, Pet Policy

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Conference Update February 9th – Room Style Clarification, Pet Policy
Fire pit at the Embassy Suites | Photo from Trip Advisor website.

As a septuagenarian, I must confess that I am still learning to read. (Perhaps there is an opening for me at the Somali-owned daycare “Learing” Center in Minneapolis, eh?)

Regarding our room style choices as we make our reservations for the Conference, I had previously thought that only the rooms with a king bed had a separate living room with a sleeper-sofa; and that the rooms with two queen beds did not have a separate living space. But then I noticed that the Embassy Suites is an “all suites” facility. Hence, my need for “learing” to read again.

As I was looking at the various room styles at the Embassy Suites website this morning, I realized there are 18 different types shown in the photo line-up here. As you look at the rooms here, ignore the fact that it says “sold out;” that applies to rooms for today or whatever day you access this link.

After a brief discussion with the Sales Manager, I came to understand that our SKM Group Rate, although it is described as “run of the house,” that does not mean we have our choice of all the “premium” and other special rooms (with balconies, for example).

We are limited to the following:

1.  a 2-room suite with one king bed and a sofa sleeper (sleeps 4)

2.  a 2-room suite with two queen beds and a sofa sleeper. (sleeps 6)

If you need a handicap-accessible room, then you should call the hotel directly [423-602-5100] and mention you are with the SKM Group and request the type of accessible room you desire: with one king OR with two queens.

Nonetheless, these appear to be very nice accommodations. Here is the reservation-booking link — Stone Kingdom Ministries. Please make your reservations ASAP. The Cut-off Date is March 5th. You can also book your reservation by calling Central Reservations at 1-800-362-2779 and refer to the Group Name: Stone Kingdom Ministries.

Don’t wait until you are absolutely sure you can come. You can usually cancel your reservation. This is from the hotel website:

QUOTE: Cancellation policies may vary depending on the rate or dates of your reservation. Please refer to your reservation confirmation to verify your cancellation policy. If you need further assistance, call the hotel directly… [423-602-5100] END QUOTE.

And here is the pet policy: QUOTE:  Pets: Non-refundable fee: $100.00 for 1-4 nights; $175 (5+n), 2 pets max, dog/cat only. END QUOTE

QUOTE: The Embassy Suites is just off I-75, minutes from Hamilton Place Mall and four miles from Chattanooga Airport. Downtown Chattanooga is 20 minutes away, home to Tennessee Aquarium and the Creative Discovery Museum. Lookout Mountain and Ruby Falls are within 16 miles. Enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast, WiFi, parking, and evening receptions on us. END QUOTE

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