Engagement Scholarship Consortium International Conference Bridging Resources to Build Stronger Communities
October 8-9, 2025
Pre-Conference: October 6-7
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Hosted by Virginia Tech and the member institutions of the ESC East Region
Lodging
Conference Venue
The Hotel Roanoke and Conference Center
Address:
110 Shenandoah Ave., NE
Roanoke, VA 24016
Phone: (540) 985-5900
Website
The Hotel Roanoke & Conference Center, Curio Collection by Hilton has been hosting guests in the Roanoke Valley since 1882. Its stylish guest rooms and state-of-the-art conference center seamlessly blend the charm of the past with modern-day essentials, such as complimentary Wi-Fi, providing a perfect stay and experience just a few steps away from Downtown Roanoke.
Conference group rates: $183/night single/double occupancy + taxes & fees
Use group code: "Engagement Scholarship Consortium" or Click Here. Conference group block available until September 5, 2025, or until block fills.
Parking: Overnight Hotel Guest Self-Parking: $18 or Valet Parking $28. Daily Self-Parking: $6 - $12 or Daily Valet Parking $20
Check-in: 4 p.m.
Check-out: 11 a.m.
Additional Lodging
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke-Downtown
Discover downtown Roanoke from this comfy hotel on top of Market Parking Garage, a short walk from the conference venue and downtown attractions. Enjoy a fitness center, free hot breakfast and WiFi. Pets are welcome; fees apply.
Address:
27 Church Ave., SE
Roanoke, VA 24011
Phone: (540) 400-6000
Website
Distance to conference venue:
Walkable, .3 miles (about 8 minutes)
By car, .5 miles (about 4 minutes)
Conference group rates: $169/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: "Engagement Scholarship" or CLICK HERE. Conference group block available until September 5, 2025, or until block fills.
Parking: Self-parking on-site, $8 per day
Check-in: 3 p.m.
Check-out: 11 a.m.
Hampton Inn & Suites Roanoke Airport
Located just off I-581, five minutes from Roanoke-Blacksburg Regional Airport via a free shuttle. We’re next to shops and restaurants at the Valley View Mall. Enjoy complimentary daily hot breakfast and WiFi in our pet-friendly hotel.
Address:
5033 Valley View Blvd., NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
Phone: (540) 366-6300
Website
Distance to conference venue: 3.9 miles (about 8 minutes by car)
Conference group rates: $122/night + taxes & fees
Use group code: "Engagement Scholarship Consortium" or CLICK HERE. Conference group block available until September 6, 2025, or until block fills.
Parking: Complimentary on-site parking
Home2 Suites by Hilton Roanoke
Minutes from downtown Roanoke, Home2 Suites is a short walk from Valley View Mall and a choice of popular restaurants. It includes a fitness center, indoor pool, and outdoor patio grill area. WiFi and breakfast are complimentary or prepare something tasty in your in-suite kitchen.
4830 Valley View Blvd. NW
Roanoke, VA 24012
Phone: (540) 581-1000
Website
Distance to conference venue: 3.6 miles (about 7 minutes by car)
Conference group rates: $122/night + taxes & fees
Conference group block available until September 6 or until block fills
Parking: Complimentary on-site parking
The Liberty Trust
Downtown Roanoke's historic boutique hotel is a seven-story, 54-room hotel centrally located in the heart of downtown Roanoke. Found at the corner of South Jefferson Street and Salem Avenue SW, The Liberty Trust is close to the Historic Roanoke City Market, Virginia Tech Carilion Biomedical Research campus, and surrounding neighborhood that is filled with eclectic shops, renowned restaurants, and admired attractions.
Address:
The Liberty Trust
101 S Jefferson Street
Roanoke, VA 24011
Phone: (540) 299-5100
Website
Distance to conference venue:
Walkable, .2 miles; (about 6 minutes)
By car, .7 miles. (about 4 minutes)
Conference group rates: $139-$159/night + taxes & fees
Conference group block available until Sept. 5 or until block fills.
Parking: The Liberty Trust offers self parking at the Center in the Square parking garage, located one block from the hotel. The Center in the Square parking garage is available to all guests for self parking at anytime of day. The Liberty Trust charges $8/night for parking with unlimited in/out privileges when purchased through the hotel.