SPECIAL MUSIC EDUCATION AND MUSIC THERAPY
21 - 24 July, 2026
Special Music Education and Music Therapy
ISME Commission Pre-Conference Seminar 2026
Theme
Celebrating Musical Belonging
Dates
21–24 July, 2026
Venue
The Lotus Centre for Special Music Education &
The Music and Health Research Institute at
the University of Ottawa, Ottawa
Accommodation
The University of Ottawa is located in the Sandy Hill neighbourhood, adjacent to downtown Ottawa and close to many cultural sites as well as shops and restaurants. There are many options for accommodations in downtown Ottawa, ranging from small bed and breakfasts to high end hotels. The 90 University Residence is the most cost effective and convenient choice, and it offers the option to share a space while having two separate bedrooms.
Hotel Options at a Glance
| Hotel | 90 University Residence (closest to Pérez Hall) | DoubleTree by Hilton – Ottawa Downtown | Swiss Hotel |
| Hotel website link | https://www.uottawa.ca/campus-life/housing/90-university | https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/yowoddt-doubletree-ottawa-downtown/ | https://swisshotel.ca/ |
| Full Address of hotel | 90 University (RCR), 90 University Private, Ottawa, ON K1N 6N5, Canada | DoubleTree by Hilton, 33 Nicholas Street, Ottawa, Ontario, K1N 9M7, Canada | Swiss Hotel, 89 Daly Ave, Ottawa, ON K1N 6E6, Canada |
| Contact Email or phone number for booking | jeff@lotuscentre.net | +1 613-230-3033 |
info@swissthotel.ca
+1 613-237-0335 |
| Price per night (Single) | $285 CAD * | $179 CAD * | |
| Price per night (Double) | $144 CAD * (per two bedroom suite) | $285 CAD * | Located in the Old Port (city centre) |
*Posted rates do not include taxes or fees.
1. 90 University Residence
Located on the university campus 130 meters or a 1-minute walk from the seminar venue. Rooms are two-bedroom suites with a kitchenette. Group rate of $144 CAD* is per 2-bedroom suite regardless of if one or both bedrooms is needed.
To reserve a suite, email jeff@lotuscentre.net
2.Doubletree by Hilton
Located 650 meters from the seminar venue or approximately a 10-minute walk from the seminar venue. It is in the heart of downtown, steps away from the Rideau Canal and the Byward Market. Single and double rooms are available. To reserve a room, visit the DoubleTree reservation website.
3.Swiss Hotel
Located 600 meters from the seminar venue or approximately a 10-minute walk from the seminar venue. A small hotel on a quiet street in the Sandy Hill neighbourhood. Only single rooms are available. To reserve a room, visit the Swiss Hotel reservation website.
*Posted rates do not include taxes or fees.
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