Hotels
CMBE Hotel and Travel Information
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There are certain companies that will target BMES CMBE attendees to secure your rooms at the official hotel through them. Please note that these groups are in no way affiliated with BMES, and beware of their false claims of having access to hotel rooms in the official 2026 BMES CMBE Annual Conference room block. You will receive information directly from BMES (via emails or social media posts) regarding any legitimate housing updates. For the latest news, please visit this web page.
Hotel Information
The Royal Sonesta San Juan
5961 Isla Verde Avenue
San Juan, 00979, PR
+1 787.791.6100
Single/Double Occupancy - $309/night plus applicable taxes
Each additional guest is $40/night plus applicable taxes
Our room block is currently closed and sold out. Please look online for alternative hotel options near the Royal Sonesta San Juan hotel
Deposit & Cancellation Policy: Please note that a one (1) night room-tax deposit is required at time of booking with a 72hr cancellation policy.
We will be unable to take room reservations at the negotiated group rate after December 9, 2025.
Airport Information
Luis Munoz Marin International Airport (2.8 miles, 8 minutes away)
Room Share
For those looking to reduce lodging costs, the Room Share Board is now available in BMES Hub. You must be logged into the Hub to view the post and participate in the Room Share thread. This resource provides an easy way to connect with other student attendees and coordinate shared accommodations.
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General Access
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Accessible path from parking → entrance → front desk → elevators → guest rooms
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Clear signage indicating accessible routes
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Service animals welcome and staff trained on policy
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Staff trained to assist guests with disabilities respectfully
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Guest Rooms – Mobility
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Accessible guest rooms available (number of rooms)
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Doorways at least 36 inches wide
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Clear floor space for wheelchair turning (5 ft diameter)
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Bathtub with transfer bench and grab bars
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Handheld showerhead with long hose
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Toilet with grab bars (17–19 inches high)
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Guest Rooms – Children
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Access to a crib/bassinet
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Family connecting rooms
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Guest Rooms – Hearing
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Visual fire alarm (strobe)
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Doorbell and phone alert with flashing light
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TTY/TDD telephone or text communication option
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Closed captioning on all TVs
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Volume-controlled telephones
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Guest Rooms - Vision
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Braille/tactile room numbers and signage
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High-contrast signage and large-print info
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Consistent, well-lit pathways
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Staff can provide verbal directions upon request
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Cognitive & Sensory Accessibility
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Option for quiet rooms (away from elevators/lobbies)
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Clear, simple signage and instructions
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Predictable, uncluttered room layouts
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Staff aware of sensory-friendly communication
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Common Areas & Amenities
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Restaurant/café has accessible tables (knee clearance)
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Public restrooms are accessible (stall width, grab bars, sink access)
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Pool has lift or zero-entry access
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Meeting and event spaces with accessible seating
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Elevator access to all floors
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1101 Wilson Boulevard
6th Floor - Suite 953
Arlington, VA 22209
Contact Us
(301) 459-1999
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