Hotel Info
Lodging for CS5 East 2026
Now Accepting Reservations
Gaylord National Resort & Convention Center
201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745
Book directly through our Custom Booking Link by September 21st to secure the group rate. Rooms are limited and subject to availability, so we encourage reserving early.
Alternate lodging for pre-conference guests
AC Hotel National Harbor
156 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, MD 20745
Ideal for guests arriving early for pre-conference training. Book before September 18th for best availability.
Hotel Details
Gaylord National Resort
201 Waterfront Street, National Harbor, Maryland, USA, 20745
Check-in: 4:00 PM | Check-out: 11:00 AM
Policies: No pets allowed. Non-Smoking.
Phone: (301) 965-4000
Resort Fee Includes
Resort fee inclusions are subject to change without notice.
Travel Information
Airport Distance & Travel Time
9 miles / approximately 20-25 minutes by car from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
33 miles / approximately 40-50 minutes by car from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)
34 miles / approximately 45-55 minutes by car from Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)
Rideshare (Uber/Lyft)
Estimated cost: $25–$40 (standard sedan) from DCA to Gaylord National Resort. Pricing from IAD or BWI will be significantly higher.
Shared Shuttle Service
Budget-friendly shared van options available from all three area airports. Check with your particular provider for exact destination availability and pricing.
Private Transfer Service
Premium service available with custom vehicle options. Get a quote ahead of time for personalized transportation.
Metro & Public Transit
The Washington Metro (Yellow/Green Line) connects DCA to the broader DC area. The nearest Metro stop to National Harbor is Branch Avenue (Green Line), followed by a short rideshare or taxi to the resort. The NH1 MetroBus also runs between the Southern Avenue Metro station and National Harbor.
For more information, visit the WMATA website.
Water Taxi
Seasonal water taxi service runs between National Harbor, Old Town Alexandria, and The Wharf in DC, a scenic alternative for exploring the area on the Potomac River.
National Harbor Circulator
Once you're in National Harbor, the free Circulator shuttle provides convenient transportation around the waterfront district, connecting the resort to shops, restaurants, and attractions including the Capital Wheel.
