Hotels & Travel

We are excited to partner with MCI USA Events as the official housing partner for the 2025 Annual Convention. MCI is a full-service housing company and will support #NSBE2025 Hotel reservations with attractive group rates. Conference hotels are available to the following groups:

Collegiate Attendees
NSBE Jr. Attendees & Advisors
Professional Attendees
Speakers
Sponsors
Exhibitors

RESERVE HOUSING

NOTE: The following hotels are sold out. There is now a waitlist.

Hampton Inn McCormick Place
Hilton Garden Inn
Home2Suites

Marriott Marquis Chicago
Hyatt McCormick Place

2025 Official Chicago Hotel Rates

Hotel	Corporate, Lifetime, and Professional	Collegiate and NSBE Jr.
Fairmont Chicago Millenium Park	$219	$149
Hampton Inn Chicago McCormick Place	$195	$184
Hilton Chicago	$199	$159
Hilton Garden Inn Chicago McCormick Place	$208	$195
Home2 Suites by Hilton Chicago McCormick Place	$190	$179
Hyatt Regency Chicago	$219	$179
Hyatt Regency McCormick Place	$279	$199
Marriott Marquis Chicago McCormick Place	$299	$165
Swissôtel Chicago	$179	$149

Collegiate Member – Collegiate and NSBE Jr. rates are open to collegiate, international, and NSBE Jr. (PCI) attendees.
Corporate Member – Professionals & Lifetime Members and Corporate (Exhibitors and Sponsors) rates are open to attendees in this category.

Housing Policies

Room Policies

Tax is not included

Tax Policy

Rates do not include 17.4% tax (subject to change).

Deposit Policy

Fixed Amount USD 5.00 Total Deposit (USD): 5.00

Corporate Cancellation Policy

No advance deposit is charged at booking, the credit card goes to hotel as the guarantee for reservation. If you cancel reservation beginning January 7,2025 a cancellation fee will be charged.
Room reservations canceled between January 7, 2025, and January 28, 2025, will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee per reservation.
Room reservations canceled between January 29, 2025, and February 8, 2025, will be subject to a $150 cancellation fee per reservation.
Room reservations canceled after February 9, 2025, will be subject to a $175 cancellation fee per reservation.

Collegiate and NSBE Jr. Cancellation Policy

Room reservations canceled between January 7, 2025, and January 28, 2025, will be subject to a $100 cancellation fee per reservation ($50 for NSBE Jr.).
Room reservations canceled between January 29, 2025, and February 8, 2025, will be subject to a $150 cancellation fee per reservation ($75 for NSBE Jr.).
Room reservations canceled between February 9, 2025, and February 25, 2025, will be subject to a $175 cancellation fee per reservation ($100 for NSBE Jr.).
Reservations cancelled on or after February 25, 2025, are 100% non-refundable.

Child Policy

Children 18 years and under stay free when sharing parents’ room and using existing bedding. Ages 19 and up are considered adults. Packages including activities or meals may have an additional charge.

Contact NSBE Housing

Hotel FAQs

What are your hours of operation?

Customer Service Center Hours: 8 AM – 5 PM Central Time (CT), Monday – Friday.

How can I make my reservations?

We accept reservations online, phone or via email.

How do I chat online with a live agent?

Click the chat icon in the bottom right corner of this page to be connected with an available agent during customer service hours.

How will I get my confirmation?

Your confirmation will be sent to the email address used during the booking process.

Can I book more than one reservation at a time?

Yes, a maximum of 9 individual reservations may be booked at a time or you may submit a group block request for 10 or more rooms.

Can I contact the hotels directly to make my hotel reservation?

By going direct to hotel you will not be supporting NSBE and their ability to continue to offer the lowest negotiated rates for the conference. And only by booking through official housing can you get the lowest conference rate.

How do I request a suite?

Please email your request with all the details to nsbe@mcievents.com Our suite specialist will contact you.

Names due date for groups?

All block requests must be submitted by December 31, 2024. All groups must provide names no later than January 6, 2025.

What is the deadline for making hotel reservations through official housing?

– 1st Cutoff for Swissotel: February 5, 2025

– 1st Cutoff for Marriott Marquis Chicago: February 9, 2025

– 1st Cutoff for Hyatt McCormick Place, Fairmont Chicago, Hilton Chicago, Hyatt Regency: February 10, 2025

February 14, 2025 is the final cutoff for all hotels. After this date you will need to contact the hotel directly. There is no guarantee the hotel will still offer the conference rate.

Do I need the credit card with me I am using to pay for my room or incidentals?

Yes, you will be required to provide your credit card upon arrival. If someone else is making payment for your room or incidentals they will need to contact the hotel after February 24th to get a secure login to authorize the payment before your arrival.

How many rooms are required to request a room block?

You need 10 or more rooms. If you need less than 10 rooms, you must make individual reservations. There is a maximum limit of 40 rooms at the Headquarter hotels.

When are the names due for my block of rooms?

Names are due no later than January 6, 2025. No Exceptions.