AHLI CHIL 2026 will be held Sunday, June 28 – Tuesday, June 30, 2026 in Seattle, Washington.
Seattle Children’s Research Institute – Building Cure (B. Wayne Hughes Building)
Address: 1920 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101
(This is in the Denny Triangle / South Lake Union area of downtown Seattle.)
Light rail (recommended): Take Sound Transit Link 1 Line from SEA-TAC Airport to Westlake Station (about 38 minutes). From Westlake Station, it is about a 10–12 minute walk (about 0.5 miles) to the venue.
Taxi / rideshare: Uber, Lyft, and taxis are widely available. Typically around 30 minutes drive.
Walking: Many downtown hotels are within a short walk (2–10 minutes) of the venue, including:Hyatt Regency (3 min walk), Hilton Garden Inn (2 min walk),Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown (3 min walk)
Bus & Light rail: King County Metro buses serve nearby stops. Common nearby routes include Route 70, Route 8, and Route 545 (stops are typically a 3–5 minute walk from the venue). Use the Metro trip planner and search near “Terry Ave & Stewart St” or “9th Ave & Stewart St.”. You can also take Sound Transit Link 1 Line around the city, for example, to the University of Washington area for campus visits and nearby dining.
Monorail: If you’re visiting Seattle Center (Space Needle area), the Seattle Center Monorail connects Seattle Center to Westlake Center in about 5 minutes, which can be convenient for sightseeing.
Driving / parking: Parking is limited downtown. There is no large public parking lot on site and street parking is limited. Public parking garages nearby may be an option, but public transit or rideshare is usually easier.
We have secured a room block at Residence Inn by Marriott Seattle Downtown / Convention Center, located at 1815 Terry Ave, Seattle, WA 98101 (approximately 3-minute walk to the venue).
Conference rate: $305 + tax per room per night.
Additional hotels within walking distance of the venue (approximately 2–12 minutes depending on the property) include:
Tip: Summer is peak travel season in Seattle, and the city will host several FIFA World Cup matches in summer 2026, which may significantly increase hotel demand. We strongly recommend booking accommodation early.
Attendees who require a visa to attend the conference in the United States should apply for a visa at least 12 weeks before entering the country. Find out if you need a visa to travel to the U.S.
We recommend applying for a visa as soon as possible due to long wait times. Check processing times for visitor visas on the United States government website.
To assist in the process, we are happy to provide a letter of invitation. If you require a letter, email info@ahli.cc as soon as possible, providing the following information:
Coffee will be served during conference days. All options below are in the downtown / South Lake Union area and are generally within a 5–15 minute walk of the venue.
