Conference Venue

EMI 2026 will take place at the Macky Auditorium, University of Colorado Boulder.

Macky Auditorium
University of Colorado Boulder
1595 Pleasant St
Boulder, CO 80309

Lodging

Conference Hotel

Limelight Boulder 
1295 University Avenue 
Boulder, Colorado, 80302 
+1-303-547-9266
Price: $289/Night 
Last Date to Book: May 4, 2026

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A new community hub, Limelight Boulder is centrally located in the University Hill neighborhood on the University of Colorado, Boulder campus. Airy and contemporary, the hotel features ultra-comfortable guest rooms and expansive conference facilities, including a 15,000 square foot ballroom serving the local community and visitors alike. Its walkable, bikeable location makes it easy to stay connected to the best of Boulder.

Local Hotels

Moxy Boulder University 
1247 Pleasant Street
Boulder, Colorado, 80302
Price: $279/Night
Last Date to Book: April 17, 2026
Distance to venue: .2 miles
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Courtyard Boulder
4710 Pearl East Circle
Boulder, CO 80301
Price: $169/Night
Last Date to Book: May 5, 2026
Distance to venue: 2.2 miles
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Residence Inn by Marriott Boulder
3030 Center Green Drive
Boulder, Colorado, 80301
Price: $179/Night
Last Date to Book: May 5, 2026
Distance to venue: 2.3 miles
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Fairfield by Marriott Inn & Suites Boulder 
5397 South Boulder Road 
Boulder, Colorado, 80303 
Price: $182/Night 
Last Date to Book: May 15, 2026
Distance to venue: 3.2 miles 
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Comfort Inn & Suites Boulder
4777 North Broadway Street
Boulder, Colorado, 80304
Price: $149/Night
Last Date to Book: May 2, 2026
Distance to venue: 3.8 miles 
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Hampton Inn & Suites Boulder-North
6333 Lookout Road
Boulder, Colorado, 80301
Price: $183/Night
Last Date to Book: May 4, 2026
Distance to venue: 6.5 miles
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Dormitories

Dormitory accommodations will be available for booking during the conference registration process. 

Travel

Local Airports

Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (BJC) 
Distance from Boulder: 13 mi.
Drive Time: 15 min.

Denver International Airport
Distance from Boulder: 40 mi.
Drive Time: 45-50 min.

Public Bus Direct to Limelight Hotel, Boulder

Traveling between Denver International Airport and the Limelight Hotel in Boulder is easy and affordable using Denver Metro’s RTD public transit system.

• Follow signs inside the airport to the designated public transportation area.
• Purchase your ticket ($10) at the RTD ticketing machine before boarding.
• Take the AB1 Bus at Gate 8, get off at Broadway and Pleasant. Walk 4 min to the Limelight Boulder

Estimated travel time: approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes.

AB1 Bus Info 

AB1 Bus Map (.PDF)

Rideshare to Boulder

Rideshare options from Denver International Airport are available using Uber or Lyft. The cost one way is $80-$120 and may vary by day/time.

Rental Cars

Several car rental companies, including Avis and Budget, have deals for ASCE members.