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The Hyatt Regency Chicago is both the headquarters hotel for the 2026 NAEA National Convention as well as the location for convention sessions. Find details below about hotel and airfare discounts.

 

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Chicago, Illinois

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Hyatt Regency Chicago
151 E. Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

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Hyatt Regency Chicago (Headquarters Hotel)
151 E. Wacker Dr
Chicago, IL 60601

T: (312) 565-1234

Booking Details

Deadline to book reservations at NAEA26 discounted rate: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

Single/Double/Triple/Quad: $249.00
This rate includes complimentary guestroom internet and access to the hotel fitness center. Room rates shown do not include taxes and additional fees. Total room charges will include base room rate + taxes and fees.

The NAEA group rate is exempt from the destination fee. Please disregard the destination fee you may notice while booking your reservation.

Please note, the Hyatt Regency Chicago is the only official discounted housing block available for NAEA26.

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Getting To/From the Hyatt Regency Chicago

The Hyatt Regency Chicago main entrance sits at 151 E. (Upper) Wacker Drive, but most GPS & Rideshare Navigation Systems may navigate you to Lower Wacker Drive. To avoid this, we highly recommend navigating to/from the Hyatt Regency Chicago, rather than the hotel address.

Parking

Valet Parking at Hyatt Regency Chicago: $87.00
Valet parking is available at the Hyatt Regency Chicago with unlimited in and out privileges during your stay at the hotel. *Please note that the vehicle clearance height in the garage is 6 feet 8 inches.

A number of self-parking options are available nearby, the closest being 111 East Wacker. Please visit those individual websites for pricing and availability.

Air Travel Information:

Midway International Airport (MDW) and O’Hare International Airport (ORD) are the closest airports to use when arranging air travel for NAEA26. These are the primary airports for Chicago, Illinois, and are about 12-18 miles from downtown Chicago and the Hyatt Regency Chicago. Travel to the NAEA26 hotel from the airport takes about 26-35 minutes, heavily depending on the time of day and traffic.

Southwest Airlines

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NAEA is excited to partner with Southwest Airlines to help ease the cost of getting to and from Chicago for the 2026 NAEA National Convention.

NAEA26 attendees can enjoy:

  • 5% off public fares
  • 50% bonus Rapid Rewards® points for Southwest Rapid Rewards® Members

To access these benefits, book your travel through SWABIZ® using the link below.

Discounts are valid for travel between March 2–10, 2026.

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United Airlines

NAEA is proud to partner with United Airlines to offer discounted airfare options for attendees traveling to the 2026 NAEA National Convention in Chicago. 

NAEA26 attendees can enjoy: 

  • 2%–7% off eligible fares (discount varies by fare class) 
  • MileagePlus® members earn miles when booking with the meeting code 
  • No booking fees when reserving through United Meetings 

To book your flight, click the link below and enter promo code ZR7F667017 at checkout.

Offer valid for travel between March 2–10, 2026.

Need assistance? Call the United Meetings Reservation Desk at (800) 426-1122, Monday–Friday, 7:00am–8:00pm CT

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