Frequently Asked Questions

How much does it cost to attend the meeting?
There is no cost to attend the meeting.

What is the contact information for the hotel?
Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center
5701 Marinelli Road, Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 822-9200

What are the check‐in and check‐out times at the hotel?
Guest room check-in begins at 4:00 p.m. and check-out is at 12:00 p.m. Early arrival and late check-out times can be arranged upon request and based on availability. If you check out before the start of the last day of the meeting, the concierge/bellhop desk can store your luggage while you attend the meeting.

When does the meeting start and end?
The 5th Annual NIH HEAL Initiative Scientific Meeting begins at 8:30 a.m. on February 7, 2024, and ends at 4:30 p.m. on February 8, 2024.

Do I make my own hotel arrangements?
Yes. You may make your hotel reservation by contacting the hotel on the Lodging and Travel page of the registration site. Please remember to make your reservations as early as possible.

What telephone number can I leave with a family member who may need to contact me?
Anyone who needs to reach you can call the hotel’s front desk. Calls will be routed to your room.

Whom should I contact if I have meeting questions?
Email your questions to HEALScientificMeeting@iqsolutions.com.

What should I wear to the meeting?
Business attire is encouraged for the meeting. The temperature can be difficult to regulate in meeting rooms, so consider bringing a sweater or light jacket.

What will the weather be like while I am in Bethesda in February?
The average temperature in Bethesda in February ranges from a daytime high of 47 degrees (Fahrenheit) to an overnight low of 26 degrees (Fahrenheit).

What is the closest airport?
The closest airport to the Bethesda North Marriott Hotel & Conference Center is the Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), 401 Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport Access Rd, Arlington, VA 22202. The airport is located 18.2 miles from the hotel. The hotel does not provide shuttle service.

Please email HEALScientificMeeting@iqsolutions.com with any questions.