Venue & Hotel
The Conference will be held at the JW Marriott Austin (110 East 2nd St., Austin, TX, 78701).
Room block links will be available on this page in August 2026.
The JW Marriott Austin is located in the heart of downtown Austin and offers luxury comfort and sophisticated amenities. The urban resort features an on-site spa, room service, seven bars, three restaurants, Starbucks®, and the largest guest rooms in the city with floor-to-ceiling windows. Featuring a rooftop pool with stunning skyline views, and convenient access to all downtown attractions, whether you’re here for food, music, or relaxation, Austin’s downtown delivers an unforgettable experience.
Conference Room Block. A room block has been set aside at the JW Marriott for Conference attendees. The rates below are in effect for reservations made by January 8, 2027, unless rooms in the block sell out before that date. The group rate at the JW Marriott is $319 per night (single/ double) plus applicable taxes, fees, and assessments. Subject to availability of rooms at the time reservations are made, the Conference group rate is applicable January 22 through January 29.
CAUTION: The Sediments Conference has group rate agreements with only the JW Marriott Austin. We have not partnered with any travel agency or third-party for travel/hotel discounts. If you receive a call or email offering assistance in making hotel reservations or changing existing reservations, we advise caution. The Conference has no agreement with any organization to contact participants and offer reservation assistance, nor have we provided attendee contact information to anyone for that purpose.
Austin, Texas. Downtown Austin is a lively destination packed with music, culture, and outdoor fun. Explore Sixth Street’s iconic live music venues, stroll along Congress Avenue for unique shops and dining, or enjoy the scenic trails and kayaking at Lady Bird Lake. Don’t miss one of the iconic, must-see natural spectacles in Austin and head south to Congress Avenue Bridge at dusk to witness a mesmerizing flight of bats emerging. Guided walking food tours that leave from just outside the hotel explore local eats, historic neighborhoods, and hidden culinary gems. austintexas.org