The Travelodge Hotel on Macleod Trail is a 254-room hotel that has offered us a workshop group discount of $110/night including a continental breakfast. To book, call the hotel directly at 1-877-530-9206 or 1-403-253-7070 and quote "Graphite Pencil Technique Workshop".

Please note: The Travelodge told me: "The week after the workshop is the bi-annual World Oil Show. This event fills the city and most hotels are full or their rates will be astronomical. Starting on the 7th our rates start at $180 per night. I thought you might want to mention this so all your attendees are aware when making their plans. The Group Discount offer extends from May 31st until June 6th.

Address: 9206 Macleod Trail South, Calgary, AB, T2J 0P5
Phone: 1-877-530-9206 (International: +1-403-253-7070)
Website: www.Travelodge.com

Located just five minutes walk from our venue, the Blackfoot Inn is an independently owned, 200 room boutique hotel. The spacious guest rooms offer great views of the city, mountains, or outdoor pool. Includes: 24-hour exercise room, indoor whirlpool, seasonal outdoor pool, and in-room spa services. Choose from five restaurants and lounges.

The hotel is located only five minutes from downtown Calgary in the southeast quadrant of the city and there is plenty of free parking.

Address: 5940 Blackfoot Trail SE, Calgary, AB, T2H 2B5
Phone: 1-800-661-1151 (International +1-403-252-2253)
Website: www.BlackfootInn.com

The Delta Calgary South Hotel is located in the Macleod Trail business and entertainment district and is steps away from Southcentre Mall which features over 180 shops including Coach, Lululemon and Crate and Barrel. Take a short drive to Deerfoot Meadows and visit Ikea and a variety of big box retailers or explore the best Calgary has to offer including Heritage Park, the Calgary Zoo, Calgary Stampede Park, Canada Olympic Park, the Glenbow Museum or the Calgary Tower.

Address: 135 Southland Dr SE, Calgary, AB, T2J 5X5
Phone: 1-877-278-5050 (International +1-403-225-5834)
Website: www.DeltaHotels.com

Room rates from $109.99. This Calgary hotel is minutes from the Calgary Exhibition & Stampede grounds, the famous Calgary Tower, the Calgary Zoo and the Calgary TELUS Convention Centre. Guests can enjoy the indoor heated pool, two-storey water slide, hot tub and fitness room. As well as the many standard Comfort amenities, some rooms have microwaves and whirlpool bathtubs. Handicap accessible and non-smoking rooms are available.

Address: 4611 MacLeod Trail S.W., Calgary, AB, T2G 0A6
Phone: 403-287-7070 (International: +1-403-287-7070)
Website: www.ChoiceHotels.ca

Room rates from: $89.99 - A short walk from the Chinook Centre, Calgary's premier shopping and entertainment destination. This Calgary hotel is also minutes from the Calgary Stampede Park, the Pengrowth Saddledome, the famous Calgary Tower and Heritage Park, Canada's largest living historical village. Also provides easy access to the Spruce Meadows Equestrian Complex, Southland Leisure Centre, Rocky View Hospital, Mount Royal College, and Chinook and Heritage LRT Stations. Just a one-hour drive to outstanding outdoor adventure and pristine wilderness in the Canadian Rockies.

Address: 7505 Macleod Trail South, Calgary, AB, T2H 0L8
Phone: 403-252-4401 (International: +1-403-252-4401)
Website: www.ChoiceHotels.ca/econo-alberta

Contact: Micheline Boisvert. $50-$115 per room/night (summer rate). This charming and cozy place with a dazzling view, is our home to which to return after a busy day of sightseeing and shopping. We are only 20 kilometers from the airport and mere minutes away from downtown Calgary and the Stampede Grounds. We have many facilities and services on our premises to ensure that your stay is as comfortable and convenient as possible.

Address: 2300 6th Street. S.E., Salisbury & Spiller, Calgary, AB, T2G 4S2
Phone: 403-237-0454 (International +1-403-237-0454)
Email: canadamichelinebb@iname.com
Website: www.CalgaryCityView.com

A luxury bed and breakfast which offers a unique and unforgettable experience for our guests. The fully restored 4000 square foot arts & craft style vintage inn features multiple guest common areas on the main floor level and in the outdoor patios and gardens. Conveniently located across from the Elbow River, just outside of downtown in the heart of Calgary's dining and entertainment district. A few blocks away from uptown 17th Avenue SW, trendy Fourth Street, and the Mission Area. Local night life offers unlimited opportunities. Days can be spent exploring the neighborhood shopping and dining, or lounging around the B&B in either our Guest Lounge or in the gardens next to a tranquil fountain.

Address: 2551 - 5 Street SW, Calgary, AB, T2G 4S2
Phone: 866-802-0798
Email: reservations@elbowrivermanor.com
Website: www.ElbowRiverManor.com

Hosts: Jonathon Lloyd and Graham McKay. 1912 Heritage House with Arts and Crafts Accents (box beams, leaded glass and hardwood floors). All rooms with TV, DVD, free wireless Internet, phone and ensuite bathrooms. The ultimate experience of motoring from the airport in a ROLLS ROYCE SILVER SHADOW MARK 1. Historic "Mission" district in Southwest Quadrant, 20 minutes walk to downtown. Close by are restaurants, pubs, shops, parks, Stampede grounds, Saddledome, and public transport. 20 minute drive to Calgary International Airport. Non-smoking establishment, pets welcome. Off street parking available.

Address: 216 - 25 Ave SW, Calgary, AB, T2S 0L1
Phone: 866-846-7038 (International: +1-403-229-1758)
Email: calgary@westways.ab.ca
Website: www.Westways.ab.ca