Security West 2018
San Diego, CA | Fri, May 11 - Fri, May 18, 2018Due to high demand for Security training at SANS Security West 2018, the following courses will take place at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina: SEC503, SEC505, SEC542, MGT414, MGT512, and MGT517. The hotel neighbors the Manchester Grand Hyatt and is accessible from both Harbor Drive and the Bayfront. Courseware Distribution and Event Check-In for these six courses will take place at the Marriott Marquis San Diego on: Thursday, May 10 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. and Friday, May 11 from 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Badge and Courseware Distribution for these classes will only be available at the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina. We are hosting the "Welcome to SANS Talk" on the morning of Friday, May 11 at each venue but all additional SANS@Night presentations will take place at the Manchester Grand Hyatt. Please check the schedule tab for the bonus sessions. We thank you in advance for your understanding.
Location Information
Hotel Special Rates and Reservations
Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego – Campus Information
Discover the vibrant culture and natural beauty of Southern California right outside your door at Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego. Ideally situated on San Diego Bay between the San Diego Convention Center and the city’s popular Seaport Village, this hotel offers a spectacular waterfront resort-like setting, complete with shopping, dining, and entertainment venues. The city comes to life at night - Manchester Grand Hyatt San Diego is within walking distance to restaurants, bars and nightclubs located in the ever popular Gaslamp District.
Special Rates Available
A special discounted rate of $223.00 plus applicable taxes will be honored based on space availability. These rates include high speed Internet in your room and are only available through April 16, 2018. To make reservations, please call 619- 232-1234 and ask for the SANS group rate or use this booking link.
Government per diem rooms are sold out through the night of May 15, 2018. Should you need to secure government per diem rooms for these dates please utilize the fedrooms.com booking website to find available options near the Manchester Grand Hyatt. To book Government Per Diem rooms for the nights of May 16 and 17, 2018 please use this booking link.
Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina – Campus Information
Unique to other downtown San Diego hotels, the Marriott Marquis San Diego Marina easily transitions from dynamic meetings to resort-style relaxation with luxury guest rooms. You will experience grand service and thoughtful amenities during your stay with exceptional dining options, a resort-style pool with cabanas, and a state-of-the-art-fitness center. No matter what kind of getaway, our hotel in downtown San Diego delivers.
Special Rates Available
Please note, due to high demand, guestrooms at the Marriott Marquis are no longer available at the group rate. Guestrooms remain available at the Manchester Grand Hyatt campus next door to the Marriott. Please review the booking information above to secure a guestroom at the Grand Hyatt.
Top reasons to stay at the Manchester Grand Hyatt and the Marriott Marquis:
- No need to factor in daily cab fees and the time associated with travel to alternate hotels.
- By staying at these hotels, you gain the opportunity to further network with your industry peers and remain in the center of the activity surrounding the conference.
- We will be delivering the Welcome to SANS talk at both venues. All SANS @Night talks and Special Events will take place at the Manchester Grand Hyatt that you won't want to miss!
Experience San Diego
3 Quick Facts about San Diego
- WD-40 was invented in San Diego in 1953.
- San Diego airport is the busiest single runway airport in the U.S.
- San Diego is home to the world’s oldest sailing ship, The Star of India.
Lunch—utilize your hour-plus to fuel up for the rest of the day! Here’s what’s close:
Puesto
With an extensive taco list and a special taco-of-the-month, enjoy the innovative, locally sourced Mexican menu at this eatery. A 3-minute walk from the hotel. Find directions here.
Cafe 222
A friendly neighborhood daytime café serving innovative spins on American classics. Open for breakfast and lunch. An 8-minute walk from the hotel. Find directions here.
Striders San Diego
Local grill with plenty of TVs and an extensive pub menu. A 7-minute walk from the hotel. Find directions here.
Dinner—whether you go sit-down or fast-casual, have fun exploring the city offerings.
Sally's San Diego Fish House & Bar
Sustainable sushi and seafood at a modern, waterfront location. Located within the hotel!
Seasons 52
Rotating menu of seasonal American dishes. A 2-minute walk from the hotel. Find directions here.
Cafe Sevilla
Take a trip to Spain without the airfare in the heart of the Gaslamp Quarter. A 12-minute walk from the hotel. Find directions here.
Recommended Web Links
Travel Arrangements
All SANS attendees will receive a $5 discount off the prevailing self-parking rate or overnight rate daily at The Manchester Grand Hyatt.
All SANS attendees will receive discounted parking of $30 per day plus tax at the Marriott Marquis.
Directions to the hotel from the major entries into the city:
From San Diego International Airport (Lindbergh Field): approximately 3 miles:
- When exiting the terminals, follow the signs to Downtown San Diego and Interstate 5.
- Stay in the right lane and this will deposit you onto North Harbor Drive.
- Continue south on North Harbor Drive approximately 3 miles along the waterfront.
- Go one block past the Seaport Village entrance (Kettner Boulevard).
- Turn right at Market Place into the hotel's main entrance.
San Diego Directions from Points North:
- Take I-5 South toward San Diego.
- Exit at Front Street (exit 17) toward the Civic Center.
- Continue straight to Front Street.
- Turn right onto W. Market Street and into the hotel's main entrance.
San Diego Directions from Points South:
- Take I-5 North to Cesar E. Chavez Parkway (exit 14B).
- Turn left onto Cesar E. Chavez Parkway.
- Take a right onto East Harbor Drive.
- Then turn left onto Market Street and into the hotel's main entrance.
San Diego Directions from Points East:
- Take I-8 West to CA 125 toward CA 94.
- Keep left to take CA 94W.
- Turn left on 17th Street.
- Turn right onto Market Street and into the hotel's main entrance.
San Diego Directions from Points West:
- Follow Harbor Drive east along San Diego Bay to downtown.
- Harbor Drive intersects with Market Street.
