Parking / Travel
Parking Details
There are a ton of questions about parking - some we've been able to get answers for, some we haven't. We're going to try to get as much information on this page as possible, so keep an eye out for updates!
Parking Info
The main hotel has a parking lot in the front, but spaces are limited and are expected to fill up during the weekend. If at all possible please try to consolidate to one vehicle if you have multiple, or even carpool with friends. If you're having trouble finding parking please try nearby public lots, such as the neighboring ride share lot.
Unfortunately, having a room at the hotel does NOT guarantee a parking spot. Please plan accordingly - carpooling is always the way to go whenever possible!
If the main lot is full, you will be redirected to the overflow area.
The hotel will also have a golf cart patrolling the main lot and overflow. This will be used to transport people between the overflow area and the front doors, as well as assist guests who have mobility needs.
Overflow hotels are expecting to have complimentary parking. Overflow hotel information will be available ASAP.
Parking Fee
New this year is a parking fee for all vehicles, at $15.00 per vehicle for a 24 hour single-day pass or $48.00 for a weekend pass that lasts Thursday through Monday. You will pay for parking as soon as you pull in to the parking area. This includes both the main lot and the overflow area.
If you've purchased a pass and both main lot and overflow parking areas are full, the attendant will provide a refund.
Parking Overflow Details
The hotel is allowing some of their unpaved land to be used as overflow, and is working on ways to firm up the ground. Alternatively, it may be reserved for trucks or SUV's.
An attendant will be on duty to monitor the overflow area. Additionally signage should be improved this year. This should also help prevent some of the issues we encountered last year with people being pinned in, etc.
The hotel will have a golf cart available to help transport you from the overflow area to the front doors.
Travel
Flight Info
If you're flying in, the nearest major international airport is DTW.
If you're planning on being in town for more than the convention and are planning on renting a car, you might consider taking a ride share first for the duration of the convention, then returning to the airport to pick up the rental afterward for the rest of your trip (or vice versa) -- see parking limitations above.
Driving Directions
If you're driving GPS directions are usually a good bet. Just plug in the Ann Arbor Marriott Ypsilanti at Eagle Crest address into your favorite mapping application:
1275 S Huron St, Ypsilanti, Michigan 48197
Frequently Asked Questions for: Parking
Is there a parking fee?
YES, new this year the main hotel's fee for parking is $15 a day per vehicle. This includes both the main lot and the hotel's overflow area. The hotel has discounted their normal ($30 a day) rate for us for 2025.
You will pay for parking as soon as you pull in. You can pay for either a single-day pass or a weekend pass (they are color-coded). Day passes are good for 24 hours.
The overflow hotel(s) will have complimentary parking.
Does booking a hotel room guarantee a parking spot?
Unfortunately, having a room at the hotel does NOT guarantee a parking spot. The hotel doesn't have a way to reserve spots, so parking at the hotel is first-come. Please plan accordingly - carpooling is always the way to go whenever possible!
What happened to the complimentary parking?
We got lucky in 2024 -- the contract was already in place which specified parking would be free, before the hotel remade their parking lot. We fought for it again, but the discounted rate was the best we could arrange.
What happens if the parking lots are full?
The main hotel will have an attendant on duty. If their main lot is full, people will be redirected to the overflow lot.
If you leave and return to find both lots are full after you've purchased a pass, the attendant will provide a refund.
Will there be a shuttle?
The hotel will also have a golf cart patrolling its parking lot and overflow area. This will be used to transport people between the overflow and the front doors, as well as assist guests who have mobility needs.
Unfortunately there are no plans for a shuttle outside the main hotel grounds, such as between overflow hotels or any adjacent lots. We're still investigating but so far have not been able to find a shuttle service that fits our needs. Rest assured, if we do find any alternative solutions, we'll let you know!
Are there any nearby parking lots that could be used instead?
There is a park-and-ride lot in the adjacent park, though it doesn't have many spots.
We have approached nearby businesses about using their parking lots during the weekend, however none have agreed so we can't recommend parking in those lots at this time.
What's the best way to minimize the impact of parking?
Carpool, if possible! Talk to your friends that are going to see if they would want to split the cost.
If you live close enough, as many of our attendees do, consider comparing the parking cost to leaving the car at home and using a ride share service instead.
