Airbnb
Airbnb is an online service that matches people with rooms to rent for short term stays, outside the domain of professional hoteliers. This year, Airbnb is offering A Better World attendees special travel deals. Receive a $60 travel credit good for any trips to the conference by using the coupon code BETTER_BY_DESIGN, and receive a $75 credit when you list your property for Better World attendees or anybody else by using the separate code, BETTER_WORLD_BY_DESIGN. Book your vacation rental now!
Biltmore Hotel
Conveniently located downtown and within walking distance of both RISD and Brown’s campuses, the historic Providence Biltmore has been serving the area since 1922. Conference panelists, presenters etc. receive special rates–just mention A Better World at the time of your reservation (Call: 401-421-0700).
Hampton Inn
The Hampton Inn & Suites is located just a few blocks from Brown and RISD.
Homestays
A limited number of homestays will be available, in part by generous community members and students who are opening up their homes to attendees. If you’re interested in either hosting an attendee, see this form: http://tiny.cc/homestay. If you’re interested in being placed in a homestay, see this form: http://bit.ly/mU9vqf. Questions? Contact hannah@abetterworldbydesign.com.
Other Providence Hotels
Downtown Providence has many other hotels, from upscale boutiques like the Hotel Providence to familiar chains like the Marriott and Westin. To explore or book a reservation at any of them, we suggest using the resources here.
