7th Woodcoatings Congress: Venue, Accommodation and Travel

Mercure Aan de Amstel HotelVenue

The congress will be held at:

Mercure Aan de Amstel Hotel
Joan Muyskenweg 10
1096 CJ Amsterdam,
The Netherlands

This modern 4 star hotel is located in the south of Amsterdam on the waterfront. It is located within a 10 minute walk from the Overamstel metro station, with connections to the city centre (Central railway station) and airport (change at RAI station). It is situated near the A2 and A10 motorways and is 15 km from Schiphol Airport. There is ample parking at the hotel. Further details can be found on the hotel website.

Accommodation

Delegates are responsible for booking their own accommodation.

Special rates have been agreed with the Mercure Hotel as follows:

All rooms have double beds

Standard Rate
€ 135
Privilege Rate*
€ 155

*Includes internet access and extras.

All rates are subject to the prevailing city tax. Currently tax is 5% and is subject to change. All rates are excluding breakfast. American breakfast buffet is available at €21.50 per person. A limited number of rooms are being held for congress delegates, so early booking is strongly advised. These rates will apply until 12 July 2010 without charge in case of cancellation, after which bookings can only be made subject to availability and at the prevailing rate.

To book, contact the hotel reservations department quoting the reference PRA 2010.

A lower, non-refundable rate may be available for bookings made via the Mercure aan de Amstel website, www.mercure.com, depending on the time of booking, with the best rates obtainable through early booking.

Tel:
+31 20 6658181
Fax:
+31 20 6948735
E-mail:
H1244@accor.com

Alternative Accommodation

A lower cost option near the centre of Amsterdam is the 3 star Eden Lancaster Hotel, Plantage Middenlaan 48, 1018 Amsterdam, www.edenlancasterhotel.com.

The hotel is within walking distance of the Waterlooplein metro station, which connects directly with the Overamstel metro station, which is a 10 minute walk from the Mercure aan de Amstel hotel. Again, it is advisable to book as soon as possible to get the best rates.

Travel & Visa Arrangements

Please make your own travel arrangements. Please contact the Dutch Embassy or Consulate in your own country if you require a visa. PRA can supply a letter confirming registration to delegates who have made full payment.