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Hotel Information
Attendees are encouraged to check back for updates as additional travel and lodging information becomes available.
Corporate Partner?
Be sure to monitor your email for communications from the MCI Housing Team. Following your meeting with the MCI Sales Team, you will be contacted directly with information regarding your SOF Week 2027 lodging options and next steps.
Hotel Block Availability Timeline
- 12 SEPT 2025 | Tier One: Global SOF Founding, Sustaining, Strategic, Patron Partners
- 6 OCT 2025 | Tier Two: Global SOF Small Business Partners, Non-partners with large stands, country pavilions, and tiered sponsors
- 1 DEC 2025 | Tier Three: All other exhibitors and sponsors
- 9 JAN 2026: Hotel Reservation link sent to all corporate partners to book individual rooms
- 30 JAN 2026: Sub-block Guarantee Due
- FEB 2026 | Tier Four: Hotel Reservations and Registration Opens (Date TBD)
- 9 MAR 2026: Sub-block Rooming lists Due
Please note: The ONLY official room booking agency associated with SOF Week is Connections Housing. Avoid and ignore any other booking offers or solicitations targeting SOF Week attendees.
For more information, please contact sof@connectionshousing.com.
1. Stay Informed: Keep an eye on your email and the SOF Week website for lodging announcements and important updates. Be sure to check your spam or junk folder so you don’t miss communications from the MCI SOF Week Housing Team.
2. Know When Lodging Opens: Official lodging information and booking instructions will be available in the spring when SOF Week registration goes live
3. Book Promptly: Don’t wait! Secure your accommodations before they’re snapped up. These rooms are in high demand and will disappear fast!
4. Check Back for Availability: Hotel inventory may change as additional rooms become available. If your preferred option is unavailable, continue checking the lodging webpage for updates.
Sub-Block Tiers & Timeline
The timeline below reflects estimated booking windows. All dates are subject to change.
- 8 SEPT 2026 | Tier One: Founding, Strategic & Sustaining Partners
- 22 SEPT 2026 | Tier Two: Patron and Small Business Plank Holders
- 19 OCT 2026 | Tier Three: Small Business/Non-Profit Corporate Partners Round 1, Country Pavilions
- 27 OCT 2026 | Tier Four: Small Business/Non-Profit Corporate Partners Round 2
- 10 NOV 2026 | Tier Five: Small Business/Non-Profit Corporate Partners Round 3
- 1 DEC 2026 | Tier Six: All other exhibitors and sponsors, or CP’s with 9 rooms or less
- FEB 2026 | General Attendee Hotel Reservations and Registration Opens (Date TBD)
The following zone limits for each tier:
- Tier 1: Zone A – 10 rooms | Zone B – 15 rooms
- Tier 2: Zone A – 5 rooms | Zone B – 10 rooms
- Tier 3 – 6: Zone A – 5 rooms | Zone B – 5 rooms
Travel Information
Airport
We recommend flying into the Tampa International Airport (TPA).
TPA is located about 10 miles from the SOF Week Campus.
You can find more information about the Tampa International Airport below.
AirportTransportation and Parking
Transportation to and Around the Campus
There will be various modes of transportation to get around the SOF Week Campus. Be sure to check back in the spring for more details!
For transportation to/ from the airport and around town, we recommend using rideshares like Uber or Lyft.
Renting a Car?
The airport has all major rental options. We do not recommend renting a car unless your hotel offers parking.
Parking
There are multiple parking garages located in close proximity to the SOF Week Campus.
However, we do expect nearby parking to fill up early each day. Please review all other transportation options before deciding to drive/ park.
We highly recommend utilizing the parking garages in Ybor and taking advantage of Tampa’s FREE Historical TECO Streetcar.
Campus Map
Event Locations
513 S Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602
For more information on the Embassy Suites, please click HERE.
510 Water St. Tampa, FL 33602
For more information on the JW Marriott, please click HERE.
333 S Franklin St, Tampa, FL 33602
For more information on The Tampa Convention Center, please click HERE.
505 Water St. Tampa, FL 33602
For more information on the Tampa Marriott Water Street, please click HERE.
Hotel Block Availability Timeline
- 12 SEPT 2025 | Tier One: Global SOF Founding, Sustaining, Strategic, Patron Partners
- 6 OCT 2025 | Tier Two: Global SOF Small Business Partners, Non-partners with large stands, country pavilions, and tiered sponsors
- 1 DEC 2025 | Tier Three: All other exhibitors and sponsors
- 9 JAN 2026: Hotel Reservation link sent to all corporate partners to book individual rooms
- 30 JAN 2026: Sub-block Guarantee Due
- FEB 2026 | Tier Four: Hotel Reservations and Registration Opens (Date TBD)
- 9 MAR 2026: Sub-block Rooming lists Due
Please note: The ONLY official room booking agency associated with SOF Week is Connections Housing. Avoid and ignore any other booking offers or solicitations targeting SOF Week attendees.
For more information, please contact sof@connectionshousing.com.
Visa Information
If you require a visa to travel to SOF Week, you may request an official visa support letter when you register for the event. For general visa requirements and eligibility, we recommend reviewing the U.S. visitor visa guidelines here U.S. visitor visa eligibility guidelines.
Hotel Block Availability Timeline
- 12 SEPT 2025 | Tier One: Global SOF Founding, Sustaining, Strategic, Patron Partners
- 6 OCT 2025 | Tier Two: Global SOF Small Business Partners, Non-partners with large stands, country pavilions, and tiered sponsors
- 1 DEC 2025 | Tier Three: All other exhibitors and sponsors
- 9 JAN 2026: Hotel Reservation link sent to all corporate partners to book individual rooms
- 30 JAN 2026: Sub-block Guarantee Due
- FEB 2026 | Tier Four: Hotel Reservations and Registration Opens (Date TBD)
- 9 MAR 2026: Sub-block Rooming lists Due
Please note: The ONLY official room booking agency associated with SOF Week is Connections Housing. Avoid and ignore any other booking offers or solicitations targeting SOF Week attendees.
For more information, please contact sof@connectionshousing.com.
Questions?
Please contact SOFweeksecurity@us.wearemci.com.