Hotel/Travel
Venue Information
Events for the 2025 International Convention will take place at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown and the Pennsylvania Convention Center in historic Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, affectionately known as the City of Brotherly Love. Please note, both event venues are connected by an indoor skybridge for a convenient commute to sessions.
Philadelphia Marriott Downtown (Host Hotel and Event Venue) 1201 Market Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107 +1 215-265-2900
Pennsylvania Convention Center (Event Venue) Ballroom AB 1101 Arch Street Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, 19107 +1 215-418-4700
Hotel Reservations
Room Rate (in USD): |
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| Single/Double |
209 plus taxes and fees
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| Triple | 229 plus taxes and fees |
| Additional Person |
20/person plus taxes and fees
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Taxes and Fees: The hotel’s room rates are subject to a Hospitality District Levy (currently 0.8% of the room rate) and applicable state and local taxes (currently 15.5%) in effect at the time of checkout. This equals a total of 16.37% for tax and fees. These fees and taxes are subject to change without notice.
Toastmasters International has negotiated a discounted room rate of $209, plus taxes and fees, at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, the host hotel of the 2025 International Convention. This special rate is available to Toastmasters convention attendees through July 23, 2025, on a first-come, first-served basis, while supply lasts. Book now by clicking below or by calling +1 215-625-2900 to speak directly to a Marriott representative, mentioning Toastmasters 2025 International Convention.
All reservations require a first-night room deposit, guaranteed with a major credit card. If you need assistance, contact Philadelphia Marriott Downtown to speak directly to a representative and mention Toastmasters 2025 International Convention.
Hotel Cancellation and Room Block
Cancellation Policy
Room reservation cancellations must be made 72 hours prior to arrival date; failure to cancel 72 hours prior to arrival will result in the hotel retaining the full amount of your reservation. No refunds will be provided.
Important Room Block Information
Booking a room in the Toastmasters room block is an important way to support the organization and keep overall meeting costs as low as possible. Toastmasters commits to a block of rooms at the hotel on behalf of conference attendees and has a financial obligation to fill the block. Please help us avoid potential penalties and control costs for future events by staying at the headquarters hotel. Staying within the block is also more convenient and helps you stay connected with the informal activities and networking opportunities that occur at the hotel during the convention.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
8500 Essington Ave, Philadelphia,
Pennsylvania, United States 19153
+1 (215) 937-6937
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) is located 10 miles from the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown, which is approximately 20–35 minutes by car.
Amtrak Intercity Service (William H. Gray III 30th Street Station)
2955 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
United States 19104
Amtrak’s William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in West Philadelphia is minutes from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, offering visitors a grand welcome to Philadelphia.
Greyhound Lines (William H. Gray III 30th Street Station)
2955 Market Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,
United States 19104
+1 (562) 570-2600
Greyhound Line’s William H. Gray III 30th Street Station in West Philadelphia is minutes from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, offering visitors a grand welcome to Philadelphia.
Ground Transportation and Parking
Ground Transportation Information
We suggest reviewing ground transportation services based on your intended transportation method. Please note that ground transportation services and rates will vary.
For more information on the various travel options into Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States, please click on the link below:
Taxi service is the preferred method of transportation and easily accessible outside the U.S., International, and Domestic terminals (if applicable). Cash and most major credit cards are accepted.
Rideshare services such as Lyft and Uber are also available.
Parking at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
- Valet parking is available at the daily rate of $69.50 USD.
- Limited Onsite Parking during special events and weekends is available at $83 USD (additional taxes and fees included).
Travel to the United States
United States Visa Waiver Program
The Visa Waiver Program enables most citizens or nationals of participating countries to travel to the United States for tourism for stays of 90 days or less without obtaining a visa. Please refer to this website to determine if you are from a Visa Waiver Program participating country.
Travelers under the Visa Waiver Program must have a valid Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) and have the correct type of passport prior to boarding a U.S.-bound air or sea carrier. You may apply for a valid ESTA at this website and confirm if you have the appropriate type of passport.
Applying for a United States Visa
If your country of citizenship does not fall under the Visa Waiver Program, you will need to apply for a United States visa. You may refer to this website for more general information about United States visas.
Generally, applying for a United States visa consists of three (3) main steps:
- Completing the necessary paperwork for your visa application
- Making an appointment at your local United States Embassy or Consulate
- Attending your visa application appointment
The order of these steps and how you complete them may vary by U.S. Embassy or Consulate.
The main visa application form that you will need to complete to begin your visa application process is called a DS-160. Please refer to this website for more information about this form and how to appropriately complete it.
Electronically submitting your DS-160 online application is only the first step in the visa application process. Once you have electronically submitted your DS-160 online application, you must contact the embassy or consulate at which you wish to apply to confirm whether you need to be interviewed by a consular officer, and to schedule an interview. You can find a list of U.S. embassies and consulates here, with links to their websites where you can find information about scheduling a visa interview appointment.
Visa Appointment Wait Times
Advance travel planning and early visa application are important. Please refer to this site for more information on how long the expected wait time is at your local United States Embassy or Consulate.
If you require a Letter of Invitation to assist in your visa process, click “Request letter” below to submit your request. Note: This year, there are two letters of invitation. It may be beneficial for your visa application to submit both letters of invitation.