Travelers with leisure time are also encouraged to explore the Blue Ridge Parkway, America's premier scenic byway. Roanoke is at milepost 120 on the Parkway, between the Peaks of Otter and Mabry Mill. Additional lodging is available in the area, but only at some distance from the conference hotel. Hotel Roanoke runs a free shuttle to and from the Roanoke airport, leaving every half hour on the quarter hour. Kings, suites and mini-suites are also available.
Most rooms have kitchenettes.
Complimentary transportation is provided to and from the Roanoke Airport. Holiday Inn Express Gainesboro Rd. The Holiday Inn Express is a recently constructed facility within walking distance of the Hotel Roanoke. All rooms have inside access. Get off at Exit 4W, take an immediate left onto Gainesboro Road and a right into the Holiday Inn Express parking lot.