ABI and the conference organizers do not authorize any third-party housing agencies to contact attendees directly.
To protect yourself:
- Only book accommodations through links provided on this official conference website.
- Do not provide credit card information to anyone who contacts you unsolicited by phone or email.
- Be cautious of emails or calls claiming that rooms are “about to sell out” or requiring immediate payment.
- ABI does not sell, rent, or distribute attendee contact information.
If you receive a suspicious communication regarding conference lodging, travel arrangements, or attendee lists, please contact us at conference@biochar.org before taking any action.
Hotel Room Blocks & Booking Information
We’ve secured discounted room blocks for attendees of the 2026 North American Biochar Conference in New Orleans. We encourage guests to reserve early, as rooms are available on a first-come, first-served basis and discounted rates are only available until the reservation deadlines listed below.
Hilton New Orleans Riverside
2 Poydras Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
• Approximately .5 mile and 10 minute walk from the Convention Center and is connected to the Walking Mall
• Check-In: 4:00 PM
• Check-Out: 11:00 AM
• Reservation Deadline: October 24, 2026
King $279 Queen $269
Hilton Garden Inn New Orleans Convention Center
1001 S. Peters Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 525-0044
• Approximately a 5–10 minute walk to the Convention Center
• Reservation Deadline: October 23, 2026
• Please note: A one-night room and tax deposit will be charged in accordance with the hotel’s 72-hour cancellation policy.
King $269 Queen $269
Sonesta ES Suites New Orleans Convention Center
345 St. Joseph Street
New Orleans, LA 70130
Phone: (504) 522-1300
• Approximately a 10-minute walk to the Convention Center
• Reservation Deadline October 14, 2026
Queen $139
Location of Conference
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is located in Downtown New Orleans, Louisiana, United States.
Address: 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans, LA 70130
Exhibit Hall F
Nearest Airport
Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
Address: 1 Terminal Dr. Kenner, LA 70062
Conference Center distance from Airport:
The Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is approximately 13 miles (about a 20–30 minute drive) from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY).
Taxis, ride-sharing services, and airport shuttles are available, with typical taxi fares around $35–$50.
The designated Uber pickup location at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center is on the lower level, outside Lobby A/B. Passengers can also use the designated rideshare depot at S. Peters and Calliope St. or near the Tchoupitoulas St. access road. It is advised to confirm your driver’s exact zone number in the app
New Orleans: A City Like No Other
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Sustainability
Sustainability – The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Convention Center (NOENMCC) team is committed to reducing environmental impacts and helping our customers meet their sustainability goals.
