Gateway Hotel Details
Wherever you start or finish your trek you won't want to miss the chance to sample some city life. Our hotels make excellent bases for sightseeing or exploring the nightlife, as well as being right at your trek departure point.
Trek hotels are all set up to take care of you - clean, comfortable, safe and inexpensive. We have negotiated an allotment of rooms in all the Trek Hotels and booking in advance guarantees a bed will be there for you.
Please note that no reservation changes can be made later than one month before your trek departure and there are no refunds for cancelled accommodation vouchers.
Please check with your agent before your departure to verify details below:
alaska tours
Clarion Hotel & Suites
325 West 8th Avenue
Anchorage, Alaska 99501
Tel: 907-274-1000 / 800-424-6423
Fax: 907-274-3016
Transport:
The hotel offers a 24 HOUR FREE SHUTTLE. Contact the hotel upon arrival using the hotel phone in the baggage claim area, or call the hotel directly. A tip of US$2 per person is recommended. If you wish to take a taxi, they leave from the designated taxi area near baggage claim. The fare should be approximately US$15-17, including tip.
(Trek America contact .......(310) 719 9911 or 1-800-345-8777
........................................(07.00- 16.00 hrs Mon-Fri only) - (Pacific Time)
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usa tours
Hampton Inn & Suites Boston Crosstown Center
811 Massachusetts Avenue
Boston, MA 02118
Tel: (617) 445-6400
Fax: (617) 445-6411
Transport:
Hampton Inn & Suites offer a FREE shuttle for airport pickups and drop-offs. Airport pickups are outside the baggage claim & can be arranged by using the hotel phones located in the baggage claim area to call the listed number for the hotel. For drop-offs at the airport, clients can schedule times with the hotel front desk. The hotel also offers free daily shuttle departures to designated major attractions within Boston - ask hotel staff for details.
(Trek America contact ............(973) 627 5060 or (800) 637 8931
.............................................(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Eastern Time)
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mexico tours
Hotel Margaritas (Radisson)
Av. Yaxchilan #41 sm 22,
Cancun, Quintana Roo,
Mexico, CP 77500
Tel: 52 (998) 884-9333
Fax: 52 (998) 884-1324
Transport:
The Hotel Margaritas is located in the downtown area of Cancun approximately 15 miles from the Cancun International Airport. The local Taxi Union operates a "shared taxi" or "collectivo" shuttle from the airport to the hotels for approximately MXN 70.00 (US$7.00). You can purchase a taxi voucher at the desk just outside the main terminal. They will issue you a receipt/ticket which you give directly to the taxi driver...do not pay him direct. The shuttle will make several stops before arriving at the hotel and should take about 45 minutes.
If you are in a hurry or do not wish to share a taxi you can hire one for US$20.
(Trek America contact ..............95 (310) 719 9911
...............................................(10.00-18.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
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america tours
RED ROOF INN CHICAGO DOWNTOWN
162 EAST ONTARIO STREET
CHICAGO, IL 60611
Tel: (312) 787 - 3580
Fax: (312) 787 - 1299
Transport:
"Continental Airport Express" is a private shuttle company and can be found in the airport baggage claim area. Cost is approx. US$25 per person, plus tip or US$46.00 for 2 people, plus tip. Transfer takes approx. 45 minutes. If you wish to pre-reserve your shuttle, call within the US toll-free (800) 654 - 8711 or visit www.airportexpress.com.
(Trek America contact ..........(973) -627-5060 or 800-637-8931
...........................................(07.00-16.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.
If you are travelling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in Chicago we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.
More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG
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usa adventure holidays
Hampton Inn & Suites - Denver West / Federal Center
137 Union Blvd.
Lakewood
Denver, CO 80228
Tel: (303) 969-9900
Fax: (303) 989-9847
Transport:
The hotel is located 7 miles from the downtown section of Denver. From Denver International Airport the recommended mode of transport is with a shuttle van from GOLDEN WEST COMMUTERS. Their booth is located near the main baggage area (Level 5). The cost for a one-way ticket is approximately US$28 plus tip. The shuttles run approximately every half hour -- no pre-reservations are possible. The drive takes about an hour. The hotel has a restaurant and bar. There are also many restaurants and a movie theatre within walking distance of the hotel.
(Trek America contact ............(310) 719 9911 or 800-345-8777
.............................................(09.00-18.00 hrs Mon-Fri only) - (Pacific Time)
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usa city tours
Alexis Park Hotel
375 East Harmon
Las Vegas, NV 89109
Tel: (702) 796 3300
Fax: (702) 796 4334
Transport
From the airport you may catch a taxi for approximately $10. The CLS Shuttle service also is available for approximately $7 per person. The trip takes approximately 5 minutes and transport services operate 24 hours a day.
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usa hotels
The Hacienda Hotel
525 North Sepulveda Blvd
El Segundo
California 90245
Tel: (310) 615 0015
Fax: (310) 615 0217
Transport:
Los Angeles International Airport to Hacienda Hotel. The hotel is located one mile south of the airport. They provide a free 24-hour airport shuttle service to and from the airport (a nominal tip of approximately US$2 per person is recommended). When you arrive at the airport, go to the hotel phones in the baggage area and dial the appropriate number for the Hacienda. Tell them you are staying at the hotel and they will send a vehicle to pick you up. Alternatively, you can call them from a pay telephone at the airport - Tel: (310) 615 0015.
(Trek America contact .............(310) 719 9911
..............................................(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.
If you are travelling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in Los Angeles we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.
More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG
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mexico hotels
Hotel San Francisco
Luis Moya 11,
Mexico, D.F. 06050
Tel: 52 5 521 8960
Fax: 52 5 510 8831
Transport:
The Hotel San Francisco is located downtown, in the "Zona Centro" district of Mexico City (near Alameda Park), approximately 15 miles from the International Airport. You should always take an "official" taxi (yellow or white top) which depart from the taxi station located directly outside the main airport terminal.
TICKETS FOR YOUR RIDE TO THE HOTEL SHOULD BE PURCHASED AT THE OFFICIAL BOOTH, LOCATED APPROXIMATELY 50 METERS TO YOUR LEFT UPON EXITING THE TERMINAL. A ride to the hotel should cost approximately MXN 80.00 (US$10.00... which includes tip). Never deal directly with anyone for a taxi ride, the booth is open 24 hours a day.
(Trek America contact .............95 (310) 719 9911
...............................................(10.00-18.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
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MIAMI
Days Hotel Thunderbird Beach Resort18401 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, FL 33160
Tel: (305) 931 - 7700
Fax: (305) 932 - 7521
Transport:
The Thunderbird is located on Miami Beach approximately 15 miles west of Miami International Airport. You must take the Super Shuttle for US$18 plus tip per person which runs 24 hours a day. Their representatives can be located just outside each baggage claim area in blue or gold jackets. They will issue you a boarding pass but payment is made directly to the driver of the van. Transfer takes approximately 45 minutes. Alternatively pre-book a shuttle by calling 'Super Shuttle' on 305-871-2000 in advance. A taxi to the hotel will cost approx. US$35.00.
(Trek America contact ..............(973) 627 5060 or (800) 637 8931
...............................................(08.00- 17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Eastern Time)
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east coast hotels
Holiday Inn Secaucus
300 Plaza Drive
Secaucus
NJ 07094
Tel: (201) 348 - 2000
Fax: (201) 348 - 6035
Transport from Newark International Airport:
From this airport there are two easy and affordable methods for transportation to the Holiday Inn Secaucus by Taxi or by Shuttle.
Taxis can be found just outside of the Baggage Claim and for approximately US$55 can take you to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. This journey takes approximately 20-30 minutes.
Shuttle service can be found adjacent to the Baggage Claim Area of the Airport. The 'State Shuttle' costs approximately US$40 (including tip) for transport to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. Reservations for the shuttle are suggested and can be made by calling 'State Shuttle' at (800) 427-3207 or (973) 729-0030.
For more information and alternative routes please see the New Jersey Buses and Trains website at
www.njtransit.com
or the New York Port Authority website at
www.panynj.gov.
Transport from JFK or La Guardia Airports:
From JFK and La Guardia airports you must transfer to the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan first. You will need to change at the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal and take another transfer to the Holiday Inn Hotel.
1). To transfer from the airport to NY Port Authority Bus Terminal:
By Shuttle: The "Super Shuttle" service can be found adjacent to the Baggage Claim Area of the Airport and costs approximately US$25.00 (including tip) to the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal.
By Bus: The most convenient service is the "New York Airport Express Service Bus". This bus departs from both airports every 20-30 minutes (7am- midnight) and stops are located at the 'Express Bus Stop' at each airport terminal. Cost is US$15.00. For reservations or for more info call (718) 875-8200. Use taxis for transport during the hours of midnight-7am.
2). To transfer from NY Port Authority Bus Terminal to the Holiday Inn
Buses depart every 30 minutes to the Holiday Inn Secaucus. Proceed to NJ Transit Bus 320 which departs from Platform #71 in the NY Port Authority Bus Terminal and runs to a shopping area called The Plaza at Harmon Meadows in Secaucus, New Jersey. The Holiday Inn Secaucus is located within this shopping area. Within The Plaza at Harmon Meadows there are several bus stops. Inquire with the bus driver for the bus stop closest to the Holiday Inn. This bus fare costs approximately (one-way) US$2.85.
For more information and alternative routes please see the New Jersey Buses and Trains website at
www.njtransit.com
or the New York Port Authority website at
www.panynj.gov.
(Trek America contact ............(973) 627 5060 or (800) 637 8931
.............................................(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Eastern Time)
Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.
If you are travelling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in New York we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.
More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG
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west coast hotels
Best Western Americania
121 Seventh Street
San Francisco
CA 94103
Tel: (415) 626-0200
Fax: (415) 626-3974
Transport:
The Best Western Americania is located in downtown San Francisco and can be reached from the San Francisco International Airport by shuttle which leaves approximately every 10 minutes. There are several companies available including Super Shuttle and Lorries and all cost around US$15 per person, including tip. They are available 24 hours a day and can be found just outside the terminal. The trip takes approximately 45 minutes depending on traffic.
(Trek America contact .............(310) 719 9911
..............................................(08.00-17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.
If you are travelling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in San Francisco we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.
More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG
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west coast tours
Clarion Hotel Seattle International Airport
3000 South 176th Street
Seattle, Washington, 98198
Tel: (206) 242-0200
Fax: (206) 242-1998
Transport:
The hotel is located one mile from the airport and they provide a free 24-hour airport shuttle service (a nominal tip of approx. US$2 per person is recommended). When you arrive at the airport, go to the courtesy hotel phones in the baggage area and dial #38 to request a pick-up. To meet your shuttle follow the signs to the shuttle pick up area. (Head up the escalators, over the sky bridge and back down ground level and wait at island 1 or 3).
(Trek America contact .................(800) 345 8777
..................................................(08.00 -17.00 hrs Mon-Fri only Pacific Time)
Note: All tours begin at 7:30 AM at the above hotel. If you make your own pre-tour accommodation arrangements, you are responsible for your own transportation to the above hotel.
If you are travelling on a budget or are planning to stay longer in Seattle we recommend staying at the Hostelling International property. Reservations should be made directly with the hostel using the HI website.
More information & reservations HIUSA.ORG
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