Venue Information and Reservations


Hilton El Conquistador Tucson

10000 North Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85704
Telephone: (520) 544-5000

Hilton El Conquistador Tucson – NASD Reservations Only
Hilton El Conquistador Tucson – General Information

Hotel Reservations and Cut-Off Date

To make hotel reservations for the NASD Annual Meeting, please visit Hilton El Conquistador Tucson – NASD Reservations.

The NASD group rate is only available online via the website linked above. Do not use the hotel website or the Hilton Hotels website to make room reservations. There is no need to enter a group code when utilizing the website linked above.

Reservations may also be made by calling the Hilton El Conquistador Tucson at (520) 544-5000. Ask for the “National Association of Schools of Dance/NASD” room block and request a written confirmation of your reservation.

It is imperative to have written confirmation of your reservation before leaving for Arizona. Registrants should correspond directly with the resort if confirmation is not received within a reasonable amount of time.

The Hilton El Conquistador Tucson is holding preferred reservations for NASD through Thursday, August 24. After that date, room assignments will be made on a space-available basis, and the NASD group rate may not be offered. Prospective attendees whose plans are uncertain at this time are encouraged to make reservations, and cancel later if necessary. (Please review hotel policies regarding the time frame for cancellation without penalty.) Once the hotel is at full capacity, or the NASD room block is filled, other accommodations will need to be secured. Unfortunately, NASD is not able to assist participants in finding alternate lodging.

Room Rate and Amenities

The room rate for NASD Annual Meeting attendees is $165 per night, single or double occupancy.

As a policy of Hilton hotels, the amount of one night’s hotel room and applicable taxes will be charged at the time of making a reservation.

NASD attendees will receive complimentary Internet access in their guest rooms. Complimentary public Internet access is also available in the hotel lobby area.

The customary additional Daily Resort Charge is waived for NASD attendees. The following amenities are available to attendees at no additional charge:

Two complimentary bottles of water upon arrival
Daily use of fitness facilities and fitness classes
1 hour use of putting green per day
1 hour use of driving range per day
2 hours of bike usage (1 bike) per room, per day

The Hilton El Conquistador Tucson is located on 500 acres at the foothills of the Santa Catalina Mountains, bordering the Coronado National Forest. Granite cliffs tower 2,000 feet directly behind the resort. A variety of recreational activities is available, including golf, five swimming pools, an equestrian center, 31 lighted tennis courts, and a Wellness Center.

Annual Meeting Attire

Casual business attire is appropriate for meeting sessions and is acceptable at all restaurants. The Annual Dinner on Friday evening will be held in the Last Territory Courtyard, a Southwestern-themed outdoor space a short walk from the hotel building.

Temperatures in mid-September range from the mid-90s during the day to the mid-60s at night, with very low humidity. With a high level of dry heat, it is essential to remain hydrated. Attendees are advised to bring sunscreen and a hat for all outdoor activities, and a jacket or sweater for indoor air-conditioning.

Special Needs

The plated Luncheon for the Association on Thursday, September 14 and Annual Dinner on Friday, September 15 will feature either chicken or fish as the entrée. Attendees who wish to request vegetarian entrées should do so in advance by checking the appropriate box on the Annual Meeting Registration Form. Individual special orders are not possible except for situations where the attendee has a specific requirement for medical reasons. In these cases, please notify NASD staff as early as possible.

Should a registrant desire special assistance or accommodations due to a disability, the registrant may wish to contact the National Office to ascertain whether desired assistance can be provided by NASD. Individuals are asked to contact the NASD National Office in advance. If registering on site, individuals should speak with a member of the NASD staff at the registration desk.

Hotel Contact Information

All inquiries regarding reservations or other hotel issues should be directed to the Hilton El Conquistador Tucson as noted above.

For information regarding transportation, please see Location.