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Location & Hotel

Baltimore, MD

Join your Enrollment Management colleagues on November 1-4, 2026, for an in-person experience at the Baltimore Marriott Waterfront.

Conference Hotel

Baltimore Marriott Waterfront

700 Aliceanna St
Baltimore, Maryland
(410) 385-3000

The Baltimore Marriott Waterfront is a full-service hotel located in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor East, offering modern rooms and on-site dining with views of the waterfront. It is within walking distance of popular attractions such as the National Aquarium, Pier Six Pavilion, and Fells Point. Its central location also provides easy access to the Historic Ships and the Harborplace shopping district.

Parking: $49/night (valet)

AACRAO Group Rate: $259 + tax

ReservationsClick here to make a reservation

Hotel Cut-off: AACRAO will have a limited block of rooms available at the group rate. Availability will be on a first-come, first-served basis. Reservations must be received on or before the priority deadline of October 7, 2026, to be eligible for the group rate. 

Airport & Travel Information

Baltimore Thurgood Marshall International Airport

Estimated Ride Share Fare: $30-40 USD (one way, standard class)

Hotel Distance From Airport: 10.5 miles

Airport Shuttle Services: Not available directly to this hotel.

Public Transportation: The Light Rail is right at the end of Terminal E, and will take you to the Convention Center or Camden Yards, which are the two closest stations. There is roughly a mile walk along the Inner Harbor between either stop and The Marriott.

Estimated BWI Taxi Service Fare: $35–45 USD (one way)