Housing Information
2026 Conference Co-Host Hotels:
Three hotels have been designated as official co-host hotels for the 2026 YP Summit and Utility Management Conference:
- The Westin Charlotte: Connected to the Charlotte Convention Center, where all conference sessions will be held
- Two additional co-host hotels: Located within one block of the convention center
Reservation Deadline:
The housing reservation deadline for all three hotels is Monday, March 9, 2026.
Government Rate Information
A limited number of rooms are available at all three co-host hotels at the federal government per diem rate.
Please note:
- This rate is restricted to federal government employees only
- Guests booking the government rate must present a valid federal government-issued employee ID at check-in
- If a valid federal ID is not provided, the hotel will adjust the reservation to the prevailing room rate
Westin Charlotte
601 South College Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Room Rate: $269 / night + tax (15.25%)
Hilton Charlotte Uptown
222 East Third Street, Charlotte, NC 28202
Room Rate: $265 / night + tax (15.25%)
Embassy Suites by Hilton Charlotte Uptown
401 East Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Charlotte, NC 28202
Room Rate: $249 / night + tax (15.25%)
Authorized Partners:
WEF or AWWA is not partnering with a third-party travel agency or hotel management company to make reservations on behalf of participants. Be suspicious of any third-party agency that contacts you regarding hotel reservations for these events.
Getting to and around Charlotte, NC (AKA: The Queen City)
- Charlotte-Douglas Airport: Charlotte Douglas International Airport is only 7 miles (approximately a 15-minute drive) from the convention center and hotels.
- Get to know the Queen City
- Things To Do
- Places to Eat
Local Transportation
To Reduce Your Carbon Footprint by Using LYNX Blue Line Light Rail
o Shuttles, taxis, and most ride-sharing services will utilize the main entrance of the Convention Center at 501 S. College St.
Policies, Terms, and Conditions
- WEF Member Code of Conduct
- Event Terms and Conditions
- Assumption of the Risk and Waiver of Liability
Questions?
Please contact registration@wef.org for assistance
