If you need an Accessible Room, please make sure to check the box under "Requests" when booking.
Hotel & Lodging
Embrace the excitement of one of the world’s most remarkable urban hubs at the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel, the host of the 2023 MDF Annual Conference. Located minutes away from historical landmarks, world renowned museums, and vibrant city life, the best of DC is at your doorstep.
The significantly discounted room block will fill up quickly, so reserve your room as soon as possible to secure the best rates! MDF has secured a special group discounted rate at the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel starting at $165 USD per night plus tax. Maximum guest capacity for each room may depend on room type selected. To receive the group rate, please book by Wednesday, August 16th.
Click Here to Book Your Significantly Discounted Room Reservation!
You may also book your room anytime by calling the Reservations department at 202-898-9000 or 800-393-2505 and referencing the “Myotonic Dystrophy Conference” room block.
You will have the option to request an accessible room at the time of book, in the screen where you input your contact information.
Registering for the conference does not reserve your hotel room. Click Here to Book Your Significantly Discounted Room Reservation!
Interested in other accessible options in the area? Find more choices at AccessibleGo.
Transportation
2023 MDF Annual Conference attendees traveling by plane will arrive in Washington, DC at one of the following airports:
- Ronald Reagan International Airport (DCA) – 5 miles from hotel
- Dulles International Airport (IAD) – 28 miles from hotel
- Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) – 34 miles from hotel
Visitors seeking transportation to the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel have a variety of options, including taxi service, ride-sharing apps, and public transportation. Please note that attendees are responsible for arranging all of their own ground transportation to and from the airport and throughout the duration of the conference.
Taxi
Ronald Reagan International Airport (DCA): Taxis take about 15-20 minutes to get to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel and cost between $19-28
Dulles International Airport (IAD): Taxis take about 45-55 minutes to get to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel and cost between $70-110
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): Taxies take about 45-55 minutes to get to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel and cost between $80-120
Ride-sharing Apps
Ronald Reagan International Airport (DCA): The cost of private ride from Ronald Regan International Airport to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel using ride-sharing apps such as Uber or Lyft range from $15-35. Your Uber/Lyft will meet you at the Ride Share Pickup location. Follow the signs for “Ground Transportation” or consult an employee at the airport for more detailed directions. Find more details on the DCA website.
Dulles International Airport (IAD): The cost of private ride from Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel using ride-sharing apps such as Uber or Lyft range from $65-130. Your Uber/Lyft will meet you curbside on the ground level outside of Baggage Claim, accessible via Doors 2, 4 or 6. Numbered zones make finding your ride easy. Customers will be notified of their pickup location through an in-app message. Find more details on the IAD website.
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): The cost of private ride from Baltimore Washington International Airport to Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel using ride-sharing apps such as Uber or Lyft range from $69-130. Your Uber/Lyft will meet you curbside on the Upper Level/Departures of your terminal. Consult an airport employee for more detailed directions. Find more details on the BWI website.
Public Transportation
Ronald Reagan International Airport (DCA): Take the Metro [Yellow Line] to Gallery Place. Find more details and plan your trip on the Metro Website.
Dulles International Airport (IAD): Take the Metro to Gallery Place – Chinatown. Find more details and plan your trip on the Metro Website.
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI): Greyhound Bus, Metro Subway, and Train are options from BWI. Visit BWI Website for more transportation details.
Private Car
If you decide to rent or drive your own car to the hotel, parking is available for $35/day.
Conference attendees are responsible for making their own airfare and transportation arrangements to and from the hotel. MDF cannot reimburse travel, hotel accommodations, or parking expenses for Conference participants.
Find additional accessible transportation options with AccessibleGo.
Childcare
MDF is working to secure a childcare partner for the 2023 MDF Annual Conference in washington DC. Spaces will be limited and a separate registration ahead of the Conference will be required.
To learn more about or share your interest in Childcare at the 2023 MDF Annual Conference, please contact MDF’s Director of Programs, Mindy Buchanan, at mindy.buchanan@myotonic.org.
More information coming soon!
Register for the 2023 MDF Annual Conference
MDF invites you to attend the 2023 MDF Annual Conference - sometimes called the “DM family reunion” – kicking off with MDF Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill on Thursday, September 7th, where we will meet with Members of Congress and their staff to advocate for myotonic dystrophy research funding and awareness. Conference sessions will begin on Friday, September 8th, and continue through Saturday, September 9th, 2023, at the Renaissance Washington, DC Downtown Hotel.
For those arriving early, we welcome you to join us for a Thursday evening Welcome Reception & Advocacy Awards Presentation, where we will recognize Senators Tim Kaine (D-VA) and Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) and their staff for their friendship and support of the myotonic dystrophy community.