Hotel and Travel

Located a 10-minute shuttle ride from Minneapolis – St. Paul International Airport. Mall of America is within seven miles and Downtown Minneapolis attractions like Target Center and US Bank Stadium are 15 minutes away. Enjoy their pool and whirlpool, fitness center, and a warm DoubleTree Chocolate Chip Cookie at check-in.

Room Rates:

• $169 single/double occupancy
• $179 triple occupancy
• $189 quad occupancy

Hotel reservations can be made by contacting the hotel directly. When calling the reservation line, refer to the “Closing the Gap Conference” when making reservations to receive conference room discounts when and where applicable.

The hotel has a limited number of handicapped accessible rooms. If you require an accessible room, please call the hotel directly (952-835-7800). State your needs when making your reservations and reserve your room early to better insure a room that will best accommodate you.

Book by Wednesday, October 1, 2025 to receive the negotiated group rate.

TRAVEL

Numerous commercial passenger airlines service the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP). Conference goers are encouraged to choose the airline that best meets their needs and budget. For detailed airport information, please visit www.mspairport.com

AIR DISCOUNTS

Delta Air Lines is pleased to offer special discounts for Closing The Gap

You may also call Delta Meeting Network® at 1.800.328.1111* Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (EST) and refer to Meeting Event Code NM4F8

*Please note there is not a service fee for reservations booked and ticketed via our reservation 800 number.

METRO MOBILITY – ACCESSIBLE TRANSPORTATION

To arrange for accessible transportation while visiting the Minneapolis area, have your ADA certifying agency fax your certification information along with the address where you will be staying and dates you plan on being in Minneapolis. Online booking is available.

For questions regarding certification, If you have questions about whether you may or may not qualify for Metro Mobility, please contact Metro Mobility Customer Service staff: phone 651-602-1111*, TTY 651-221-9886, email: metromobility@metc.state.mn.us.

If you are not ADA certified, call Airport Taxi at 612-331-8294 (special assistance provided if requested).

THINGS TO DO

Bloomington, Minnesota offers a mix of urban excitement and natural beauty. Shop till you drop at the Mall of America, the nation’s largest shopping mall. For a taste of adventure, visit FlyOver America and experience a virtual reality hang gliding tour across iconic US landscapes. If you’re seeking outdoor fun, explore the Minnehaha Falls and surrounding park, or hike and bike the trails in the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. Minneapolis, just a short drive away, boasts vibrant museums like the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and cultural centers like the Guthrie Theater. Catch a game at Target Field or US Bank Stadium, home to the Minnesota Twins baseball team and Minnesota Vikings football team respectively.