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Join CAS in Phoenix

Book your stay through the CAS to take advantage of special 
discounted rates for Annual conference attendees.

The CAS seeks to do its utmost to provide equal access to its participants with disabilities in accordance with State and Federal Law. Due to the CAS’s limited resources, CAS staff may be required to discuss your reasonable accommodation with you in order to attempt to meet your needs. The conference offers a variety of services to help you enjoy your CAS experience, including: 

  • Accessibility requests during the registration process. 

  • Sign Language interpreters upon request. 

  • Please provide notice as soon as possible, but no later than 30 days prior to the start of the event. 

  • Reserved disability seating for: 

  • Seat in Line / End of Row Accommodations 

  • Proximity / 50 ft. to Screen for visual/lip-reading access. 

  • Sightlines for access to the interpreter and other unique situations.

We have the ability to create custom accommodations as needed. For any specific needs, please contact meetings@casact.org

The Arizona Grand Resort is currently sold out. For the official CAS overflow hotel, contact A Room With A View. Phone: 1-800-780-4343  Email: reservations@aroomwithaview.net When emailing, please include your arrival and departure dates.  A Room With a View offers the lowest rates at nearby hotels. This service is FREE for CAS attendees. If rooms open up at the Arizona Grand Resort, A Room With A View will reach out to transfer attendees back.

Don't miss out on our exclusive discounted rates at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa. The CAS strongly recommends making your room reservations early to secure accommodations before the room block fills, as there is no guarantee of availability if you wait until the deadline.

Your Stay Includes:

  • Spacious Suites: Relax in style and comfort in our all-suite accommodations.
  • Resort Amenities: Enjoy complimentary high-speed Wi-Fi, valet & self-parking, access to the state-of-the-art Arizona Grand Athletic Club, and unlimited local phone calls.
  • Golf Perks: Perfect your swing with complimentary practice balls at the Golf Warm-up Area.**

Important Details:

  • Check-in: Begins at 4 pm, rooms guaranteed by 6 pm.
  • Check-out: 11 am Daily Resort Fee: $20 per suite, per night, plus taxes.

Don't delay – rooms are limited! Book your stay today and experience the luxury and convenience of the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa.

*Hours of operation and individual features are subject to change. 

**The Grand Golf Course may be closed for seeding; the resort will assist with alternate golf arrangements upon request.  

***The Oasis Water Park will be closed for the season during the CAS Annual Meeting. 

Experience the best of Phoenix at the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa, the official hotel of the CAS Annual Meeting. By booking your stay within our exclusive room block, you'll enjoy a reduced rate while supporting the CAS's mission to provide high-quality meetings at exceptional venues. Your participation helps us keep registration fees affordable, ensuring everyone can access valuable educational and networking opportunities. 

How does the CAS select in-person conference locations?

The decision on where to host CAS conferences considers a variety of factors. We strive to hold our four largest events (RPM, Spring, CLRS and Annual) in the Southeast, Northeast, Midwest, and West regions of the United States. Our goal is to enable those members who may only attend one event in a calendar year to have one of our four major events held in their region. For members who annually attend the same large CAS event, that event will be located in their region every four years. We also aim to host one of our conferences in Canada every four to six years.

We remain focused on locations that are both convenient for travel, for example, cities that can be reached via a direct flight from the majority of North America, and that are appealing to potential attendees.

What do you do to ensure members feel welcomed, included, and safe during in-person conferences?

The CAS represents members and candidates of all races, ethnicities, religions, genders, sexual orientations, and socioeconomic classes, and creating a safe, welcoming, and inclusive environment for them is our foremost concern when planning in-person events. The CAS requires anyone in our conference spaces to be a registered attendee of the event, and we post signage and have staff monitor badges to keep non-registered people from accessing our area. We also ask attendees to abide by the Code of Conduct for CAS Events.

The CAS prioritizes conference vendors that are committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all of our attendees.

What options exist for those who are not able or do not feel safe attending an in-person conference in a certain location?

CAS members have the ability to select from several different conferences and conference locations each year. All of our large events also include a livestream virtual option so attendees can participate in high-quality and interactive continuing education opportunities and networking from anywhere in the world.

Business casual attire is recommended for the Annual Meeting. To stay comfortable in potentially cooler meeting rooms, consider bringing layers to adjust as needed. The average November temperature ranges from 53°F (12°C) to 76°F (24°C). 

TRANSPORTATION

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Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

The Arizona Grand Resort & Spa is located approximately 6 miles from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, a major hub with over 1,200 daily flights to more than 100 destinations globally. 

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Taxi and Rideshare Services

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is well-serviced by both taxicabs and rideshare services, making it easy to reach the Arizona Grand Resort & Spa.

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Parking

The Arizona Grand Resort & Spa offers secure on-site parking as a part of your resort fee. There are four Tesla EV charging stations available on the resort grounds for guests.

Things to Do

Check out VisitPhoenix.com for the things to do, see, and eat during your stay.

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Farms at South Mountain
The Farm at South Mountain
Farm-to-table dining featuring fresh, seasonal ingredients. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner services available.
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Culinary Dropout
The Culinary Dropout
Expect a fun and lively atmosphere with a menu of American classics like their famous fried chicken and 36-hour pork ribs.
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Lobby Grill
The Lobby Grill
Kick back at the Arizona Grand’s in-house restaurant featuring open-air kitchen and wood-fire oven with fresh, local ingredients.
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AGRS Pool
Pools
Enjoy year-round swimming in multiple heated pools, including a five-lane lap pool.
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Spa Pamper
Spa
Indulge in relaxation at the full-service spa, offering massages, facials, and body treatments.
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Resort Athletic Club Gym
Athletic Club
The award-winning fitness center features the latest equipment, group classes, and a heated lap pool to get you moving.
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South Mountain Preserve
Outdoor Adventure
Nestled alongside the vast South Mountain Preserve, the Arizona Grand offers access to world-class hiking and biking trails.
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Botanical Gardens
Desert Botanical Garden
Explore diverse desert flora and stunning art installations amid the red rocks of the Sonoran.
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Phoenix Art Museum entrance
Phoenix Art Museum
Admire diverse collections spanning centuries and continents.
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