Lodging

Figures below all represent rates that were in effect August 3, 2008. Rates prior to that date were higher. Rates for 2009 will be posted as they become available. The following will give you some idea, however, of the accommodations and pricing.

While the Grand Lodge at Crested Butte Hotel http://www.skicb.com/ will be the Conference headquarters, Crested Butte Mountain Resort offers your choice of hotel or condominium accommodations in a variety of price ranges. They are all close to the conference activities. Click here for a map of the ski base area showing locations of condos and the hotel.

Hotel amenities include restaurants, exercise facilities, swimming pool, and hot tub. Some hotel rooms offer king beds, a coffee maker, and a small refrigerator. Condominiums offer a full kitchen with microwave, dishwasher, fireplace, and washer/dryer.

Registrants should make their own arrangements and reservations for lodging. Special Conference lodging rates have been arranged with Crested Butte Mountain Resort (1 888 443 6715) for the conference period beginning August 3rd and extending two days beyond to August 10th, 2008 only. The special rates must be booked before July 2, 2008. Rates per night for 2008 are:

Grand Lodge at Crested Butte:

One king bedded room	$89
Suite Deluxe, One king	$109
Emmons Studio, two kings	$109
Whetstone Suite, king	$169
Whetstone Suite, two queens	$189

Condominiums:

Woodcreek one bedroom, one bath	$115
Plaza, two bedrooms, two baths	$165
Plaza, three bedrooms, three baths	$199
Mountaineer Square, one bedroom	$168
Mountaineer Square, two bedroom	$210
Mountaineer Square, three bedroom	$289

A special weekly rate of seven nights for the price of six is available for most hotel rooms and contominiums upon request. Please ask the reservations agent for the Crested Butte Mountain Conference Package.

Other options for 2008 are:

Crested Butte Lodging
http://www.crestedbuttelodging.com/
P.O. Box 5004
Mt. Crested Butte, CO 81225
1-800-451-5699
manages a number of properties. The types of properties vary widely, as do the sizes, prices and amenities. Most will include a fully equipped kitchen, fireplace, TV, hot tub and laundry facilities. The sizes range from Studios to 4-bedroom units. Rates will also vary depending on the length of your stay and the type of property. Their least expensive studio and 1-bedroom units start at $121 per night or $663 per week, while the 4-bedroom units start at $287 per night or $1,540 per week. In addition there is 13% sales tax and a 5% service fee. Call the above number to discuss your specific requirements and be sure to ask for the Crested Butte Mountain Conference rate. Their properties include units at Axtel, Chateaux, Columbine, Crested Mountain, Crested Mountain North, Eagle’s Nest, Emmons, Evergreen, Gateway, Grand Lodge Hotel, Mountain Edge, Penthouse, Ponderosa, Redstone, Snowcrest, The Buttes, Three Seasons, Treasury Point, Black Bear Lodge and Woodcreek.

Nordic Inn
P. O. Box 939
Crested Butte, CO 81224
1-800-542-7669 (For reservations only)
has rooms, most with 2 double beds, private bath and cable TV. Conference attendees are extended a 10% discount from the regular rate. Based on double occupancy, the rate for 2008 will be $90.00. Some larger rooms are available, as well as some units with kitchen and a living area. They also serve a daily continental breakfast and there is a hot tub on the deck.

San Moritz
http://www.sanmoritzcondos.com
P.O. Box 169
Crested Butte, CO 81224
1-800-443-7459
has condos ranging in size from 2-bedroom to 4-bedroom units. Rates range from $105 to $200 nightly. The 7th night is free when you stay for a full week. All units are fully equipped, including linens and dishes. Pets are welcome with an additional charge. All prices are subject to 13% tax.

Crested Butte Property Management
http://www.cbprop.com
107 Elk Avenue, P.O. Box 189
Crested Butte, Colorado 81224
(800) 945-0184
manages both private homes and condos available for rent in the town of Crested Butte and Mt. Crested Butte.

PR Property Management
http://www.prproperty.com
350 Country Club Drive
Crested Butte, Colorado 81224
1 800 285 0459
manages private homes and condos available for rent in the town of Crested butte and Mt. Crested Butte.

RV parks and campgrounds are available throughout the Gunnison Valley. Call ahead to make your own reservations.