Hotel & Travel

We are excited to announce the 2023 Deshpande Symposium will take place at SkySong, the Arizona State University Scottsdale Innovation Center in Scottsdale, Arizona. This dynamic center is where cutting-edge companies from around the world come together in an environment that is designed to foster collaboration, creativity, innovation and growth. Located minutes away from the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. See below for more information.

Accommodations

Please click on the hotel links below to make a reservation within the discounted room blocks. The deadline to make your hotel reservation is Monday, May 15, 2023. Be sure to reserve your room early as the below rates will not be available once they are sold out.

• Element Scottsdale Skysong

  Address: 1345 North Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, Arizona 85257
  Rate: $115 per night + taxes & fees
  Parking/Shuttle: Parking is $12 per night for overnight guests (with in and out privileges). There is no shuttle service.

• Tempe Mission Palms Hotel

  Address: 60 East 5th Street, Tempe, Arizona 85281
  Rate: $194 per night + taxes & fees
  Parking/Shuttle: Complimentary valet service or self-parking is available in any of the spaces surrounding the hotel by obtaining a parking pass at check-in (both included in the nightly rate).

  As a courtesy, the hotel also provides guests with daily shuttle transportation to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport from 5:30am – 10:00pm. When you arrive at baggage claim and have luggage in-hand, please call the hotel at (480) 894-1400. The operator will direct you to the proper curb-side location for your terminal, and advise you of the estimated pick-up time.

Transportation

• The closest airport is: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
• Transportation options include: the Valley Metro Rail public transportation system, rental car, taxi, and various ride shares (Lyft and Uber).
• See above for specific hotel shuttle information.