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General Registration Information
Hotel Information
Map of Hotels
Map of Buenos Aires
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Registration and
Hotels
We regret that the IFLA 2004 Registration Office is now closed.
General Registration
Information
All registrations must now be made on site at the Registration Area, from
14.00 - 19.00 on Saturday 21 August, on Sunday 22 August from 10.00 - 19.00
and from 8.30 - 18.00 daily thereafter until Friday 27 August.
The registration desk is located in the Lobby of Hilton Hotel.
Please ensure that you bring your letter of confirmation to the registration
desk. If you have not received a letter of confirmation,
please check with your employer that payment has been made - and provide
full details.
Good News! There are 1764 early bird registered
delegates for the IFLA 2004 Conference from the
following countries:
Aghanistan, Germany, Algeria, Dutch Antilles, Argentina, Armenia, Australia,
Austria, Barbados, Belgium, Benin, Bolivia, Botswana, Brazil, Burkina Faso,
Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, Congo, Republic of Korea, Democratic
Republic of Korea, Ivory Coast, Costa Rica, Croatia, Cuba, Denmark, Ecuador,
Egypt, El Salvador, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, United States, Estonia,
Ethiopia, Fiji, The Philippines, Finland, France, Gabon, Great Britain,
Guatemala, Guyana, Haiti, Hungary, India, Iran, Ireland, Iceland, Israel,
Italy, Jamaica, Japan, Kenya, Kyrgyzstan, Latvia, Lesotho, Lithuania,
Malaysia, Mali, Malta, Morocco, Mauritius, Mexico, Moldova, Nicaragua,
Niger, Nigeria, Norway, New Caledonia, Oman, Palestinian State, Panama,
Paraguay, Peru, Poland, Portugal, Puerto Rico, Czech Republic, Romania,
Russia,The Netherlands, Senegal, Serbia and Montenegro, Singapur, Sri Lanka,
South Africa, Sweden, Switzerland, Thailand, Taiwan, Tanzania, Togo,
Trinidad and Tobago, Tunisia, Turkey, Ukraine, Uganda, Uruguay, Vatican City
(Holy See), Venezuela, Vietnam, Zimbabwe.
Almost all IFLA member countries as well as
non-member ones will attend 2004 Conference. The
Conference Organizers are pleased to receive them
all!
Currently the most numerous delegations are: from: Argentina: 119; Brazil:
60; Canada: 53; Chile: 52; Colombia: 44; Denmark: 78; France: 55; Germany:
46; Great Britain: 62; Korea: 65; Norway: 46; Russian Federation: 88; Spain:
46; Sweden: 72; United States: 30
There are over 567 Newcomer registrations (first
time participants in an IFLA Conference). The
Newcomers Session will be held on Tuesday, August
24 and is being sponsored by Thomson Gale and
K.G. Saur Verlag. There many more new members
joining the IFLA family.
The Poster Session counts on 80 participants
(available at IFLA Website, please see IFLA 2004
Programme) and is being sponsored by Ovid
Technologies.
If you still have not registered, then we urge
you not to miss IFLA 2004 Buenos Aires
Conference!!
THERE ARE STILL MORE GOOD NEWS!!
At the moment, we count on 567 Newcomer registrations!! (first time
participants in an IFLA Conference). The Newcomers Session will be held on
Tuesday, August 24 and is being sponsored by Thomson Gale and K.G. Saur
Verlag. There many more new members joining the IFLA family!!!
The Poster Session counts on 80 participants (available at IFLA Website,
please see IFLA 2004 Programme) and is being sponsored by Ovid Technologies.
Do not miss IFLA 2004 Buenos Aires Conference!!!
Registration
Form:
To register for the Congress you must download the Registration Form.
Please send this registration form by Fax
+54-11-4375-0268
+54-11-4371-5269
+54-11-4374-3288 extension 5 or mail to the
General Secretariat - Fundación El Libro,
Hipólito Yrigoyen 1628, 5º C1089AAF, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Registration Fees
All prices mentioned below are quoted in
U.S. dollars. The Organiser will not accept any
bank charges related to money transfers or
drafts.
All IFLA members, regardless of their
membership category, will be entitled to register
paying the IFLA Member rates. If you are not a
Personal Affiliate or a representative of an
Institutional Member, but are instead a member of
a National Librarian Association with membership
in IFLA, please contact your association or IFLA
Headquarters to ask for the correct IFLA
membership code. This code needs to be included
on the Registration Form. You can also find this
membership code in the IFLA Directory or the
On-Line IFLA Membership Directory: http://archive.ifla.org/database/directy.htm
Receipt of registration form and payment |
Until May 15, 2004
EXTENDED until May
22! |
From May 23 to August 5, 2004 |
On-site |
IFLA Member |
USD 350 |
USD 435 |
USD 495 |
Non-Member |
USD 405 |
USD 490 |
USD 550 |
Accompanying Person |
USD 240 |
USD 325 |
USD 385 |
Flying visitor (valid for a 30 hour period) |
USD 125 |
USD 125 |
USD 125 |
Day visitor |
USD 75 |
USD 75 |
USD 75 |
No registrations
will be accepted between August 6 and 20,
2004
These rates do not include Value Added Tax,
which will not be invoiced, as the Conference
Organiser is a tax-free entity.
REGISTRATION FEE FOR CONGRESS ATTENDEES INCLUDES:
For delegates:
Name badge
Admission to
Opening and Closing Sessions
Admission to
all Conference Sessions (except those specified
as closed sessions)
Admission to
the Exhibition
Bag with all
available Conference papers
Invitation to
attend the Exhibition Opening Party
Invitation to
attend the Conference Opening Party
Invitation to
the Cultural Evening
Visits to city
libraries
Arrival
transfer from the Airport to the Hotel (Saturday
21 and Sunday 22)
Pass for free
use of subway (underground) services, from Sunday
22 to Friday 27
For accompanying persons:
Name Badge
Admission to
Opening and Closing Sessions
Admission to
the Exhibition
Bag including
promotional material
Invitation to
attend the Exhibition Opening Party
Invitation to
attend the Conference Opening Party
Invitation to
the Cultural Evening
Arrival
transfer from the Airport to the Hotel (Saturday
21 and Sunday 22)
Pass for free
use of subway (underground) services, from Sunday
22 to Friday 27
One half-day
tour
One full-day
tour
Conference application
Only complete and signed registration forms can
be accepted. If your registration form and
payment are received after May 15, 2004, the late
fee will be charged automatically. The last day
for advance registration is: August 5,
2004. After that date only on-site
registrations will be accepted.
All conference documents will be handed out at the registration desk.
Confirmation
The Organiser will confirm your registration
within six weeks after receipt of your payment.
The confirmation letter must be presented at the
pre-registration desk upon arrival to authorize
admission to the Conference.
Modifications, Cancellations and Refunds
Please notify the General Secretariat in
writing of any cancellations or alterations. The
General Secretariat must also confirm receipt in
writing.
The Organiser will charge USD 50 for
cancellations received before May 1, 2004.
For cancellations received before July 10, 2004
a refund of 50% will be made. No refunds are
possible for cancellations received after July
10, 2004.
Refunds will be made after the conference.
Replacement participants with the same membership
category will be accepted without any additional
charges provided advice of this replacement is
received before August 5, 2004.
Official Invitation
Those who require an official invitation can
request it by addressing Mrs. Rosa Monfasani.
E-mail: rosa@fvet.uba.ar
or ifla2004@abgra.org.ar
Hotel Information
HOTEL ACCOMMODATION
Buenos Aires offers a wide selection of
accommodation in different categories, from
luxury to budget.
Map
of Hotels
The following rates are net values per room
per night and inclusive of breakfast and VAT
(21%).
V.A.T. is a compulsory Government levy of,
currently 21%. It is subject to change and will
be charged at the rate current on the day payment
is completed".
Check In / Check Out policy for all hotels:
Check In at 2.00 pm /Check Out at 12.00 pm.
Reservations will be processed on a "first
come, first served basis".
You must download the Hotel and Excursions
Booking at: http://archive.ifla.org/IV/ifla69/hotel-e.pdf.
Please complete this form and return it
by fax or mail to the General Secretariat to
confirm reservations.
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HOTEL
5 STARS HOTELS |
SINGLE ROOM |
DOUBLE ROOM / TWIN ROOM |
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HOTEL CLARIDGE
Address: Tucumán 535
Telephone: (54-11) 4314-2020
Fax: (54-11) 4314-8022
Web Site: www.claridge.com.ar
Number of rooms: 165 - Built 55 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Classic hotel,
located in the heart of the city.
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USD 145 |
USD 145 |
2 |
HOTEL CROWNE PLAZA
Address: Carlos Pellegrini 551
Telephone: (54-11) 4348-5000
Fax: (54-11) 4348-5250
Web Site: www.buenosaires.crowneplaza.com
Number of rooms: 390 - Built 20 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.6 km
Indoor Swimming Pool. Buffet breakfast.
Description: Modern structure housing
classic-style bedrooms. Located downtown,
opposite the Colon Opera House. |
USD 130 |
USD 130 |
3 |
HOTEL EMPERADOR
Address: Avda. del Libertador 420
Telephone:(54-11) 4131-4000
Fax: (54-11) 4131-3900
Web Site: www.hotel-emperador.com.ar
Number of rooms: 271 - Built 1 year ago - Distance to Hilton Hotel: 2 km
Indoor swimming pool. Buffet breakfast.
Description: Modern hotel situated in the Retiro
district and very close to restaurants and
shopping arcades. |
USD 150 |
USD 150 |
4 |
HOTEL HILTON
(Conference Venue)
Address: Avda. Macacha Güemes 351, Puerto Madero
Telephone: (54-11) 4891-0000
Fax: (54-11) 4891-0001
Web Site: www.hilton.com
Number of rooms: 418 ñ Built 2 years ago. Indoor
swimming pool. Breakfast is not included.
Description: Modern hotel situated in the Puerto
Madero district.
Rooms at the rate
informed above have been completey booked. At the
moment, there are only a few Executive Rooms
available at a rate of USD 242 (VAT included.
Breakfast not included)
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USD 181,50 |
USD 181,50 |
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HOTEL INTER-CONTINENTAL
Address: Moreno 809
Telephone: (54-11) 4340-7100
Fax: (54-11) 4340-7119
Web Site: www.buenos-aires.intercontinental.com
Number of rooms: 314 - Built 6 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.5 km
Indoor swimming pool. Buffet breakfast.
Description: Modern hotel, located in the old
part of town, a few steps away from the hub of
the financial district. |
USD 148 |
USD 148 |
6 |
NH CITY HOTEL
Address: Bolívar 160
Telephone: (54-11) 4121-6464
Fax: (54-11) 4121-6775
Web Site: www.nh-hoteles.com
Number of rooms: 303 - Refurbished one year ago
- Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1 km Indoor Swimming
Pool. Buffet breakfast. Description: Traditional
hotel fully renovated this year. Located a few
meters away from Plaza de Mayo where Government
House and the historic "Cabildo" or former Town
Hall are situated |
USD 121 |
USD 121 |
7 |
HOTEL SHERATON LIBERTADOR
Address: Avda. Córdoba 680
Telephone: (54-11) 4322-0032
Fax: (54-11) 4322-3626
Web Site: www.sheraton.com
Number of rooms: 200 - Built 23 years ago - Distance
to Hilton Hotel: 1.5 km
Indoor swimming pool. Buffet breakfast.
Description: Traditional hotel located in the
city centre, a block away from Galerias Pacifico,
an elegant shopping arcade (special
shopping). |
USD 130 |
USD 130 |
8 |
HOTEL SHERATON RETIRO
(Many Conference activities will also take place in this Hotel)
Address: San Martin 1225
Telephone: (54-11) 4318-9381/9382
Fax: (54-11) 4318-9389
Web Site: www.sheraton.com
Number of rooms: 742 - Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1 Km
Outdoor and Indoor swimming pool. Breakfast.
Description: Modern hotel, located in Retiro
district, with beautiful views of Buenos Aires
and the Río de la Plata. Gymnasium, sauna,
steam bath, massage parlors, tennis courts,
business center, shopping arcade, bank, beauty
parlor, restaurants |
USD 157 |
USD 157 |
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4 STARS HOTELS |
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9 |
HOTEL ARGENTA TOWER
Address: Juncal 868
Telephone: (54-11) 4325-4100
Fax: (54-11) 4326-7090
Web Site: www.argenta-tower.com.ar
Number of rooms: 97 - Built 3 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 2.2 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Modern hotel.
Well known for its good service. Situated in an
elegant district in the city centre, next to
shopping arcades and restaurants. Every room is
equipped with a kitchenette |
USD 80 |
USD 80 |
10 |
HOTEL BROADWAY SUITES
Address: Avda. Corrientes 1173
Telephone: (54-11) 4378-9300
Fax: (54-11) 4378-9300
Web Site: www.broadway-suites.com.ar
Number of rooms: 66 - Built 3 years ago - Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.6 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Modern Art Deco
style hotel situated on Corrientes Avenue,
surrounded by theatres, cinemas and restaurants.
Every room has a microwave oven and a
refrigerator |
USD 63 |
USD 63 |
11 |
HOTEL COLON
Address: Carlos Pellegrini 507
Telephone: (54-11) 4320-3500
Fax: (54-11) 4320-3507
Web Site: www.colon-hotel.com.ar
Number of rooms: 173 - Built 20 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.6 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Situated in the
heart of the city centre, a few steps away from
the Colon Opera House and the Obelisk, one of the
city landmarks. |
USD 73 |
USD 73 |
12 |
HOTEL ELEVAGE
Address: Maipú 960
Telephone: (54-11) 4891-8000
Fax: (54-11) 4891-8099
Web Site: www.elevage.com.ar
Number of rooms: 103 - Refurbished 3 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.8 km. Buffet
breakfast. Description: Elegant hotel, renovated
3 years ago. Very close to Plaza San Martin and its
art galleries, shops and restaurants. |
USD 70 |
USD 70 |
13 |
HOTEL HOWARD JOHNSON PLAZA
Address: Florida 944
Telephone: (54-11) 4891-9200
Fax: (54-11) 4891-9208
Web Site: www.hjflorida.com.ar
Number of rooms: 77 - Built 2 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.7 km. Buffet
breakfast. Description: Modern hotel situated on
Florida, a pedestrian street, next to beautiful
Plaza San Martin and surrounded by art galleries,
shops and restaurants. |
USD 70 |
USD 70 |
14 |
HOTEL MURANO
(Suggested hotel for exhibitors)
Address: Carlos Pellegrini 877
Telephone: (54-11) 5239-1000
Fax: (54-11) 5239-1000
Web Site: www.muranohotel.com
Number of rooms: 133 - Built 1 year ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.8 km
Indoor swimming pool. Buffet breakfast.
Description: Modern hotel situated in the heart
of the city centre, overlooking 9 de Julio
Avenue. |
USD 73 |
USD 73 |
15 |
PARK CENTRAL KEMPINSKY
Address: Diagonal Roque Sáenz Peña 1174
Telephone: (54-11) 6777-0300
Fax: (54-11) 6777-0300
Web Site: www.parkplazahotels.com
Rooms: 70 - Built 5 years ago ñ Distance to Hilton: 1,8 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Small hotel known
by its service, located a walk distance from many
theatres and from the most traditional monument
in Buenos Aires: the Obelisco. |
USD 70 |
USD 70 |
16 |
PARK CHATEAU KEMPINSKY
Address: Talcahuano 1253
Telephone: (54-11) 6777-0400
Fax: (54-11) 6777-0400
Web Site: www.parkplazahotels.com
Rooms: 60 ñ Built 3 years ago ñ Distance to Hilton: 2,9 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Elegant hotel
located half way between downtown and Recoleta
district, walk distance from Santa Fe Avenue. |
USD 70 |
USD 70 |
17 |
PARK ELEGANCE KEMPINSKY
Address: Avda. Pueyrredón 1940
Telephone: (54-11) 6777-0500
Fax: (54-11) 6777-0500
Web Site: www.parkplazahotels.com
Rooms: 45 - Built 4 years ago - Distance to
Hilton: 3,5 km. Buffet breakfast. Description:
Very elegant small hotel located in Recoleta
district, walk distance from main museums and the
National Library. |
USD 70 |
USD 70 |
18 |
HOTEL PLAZA SAN MARTIN
Address: Suipacha 1092
Telephone: (54-11) 4328-4740
Fax: (54-11) 4328-9385
Web Site: www.plazasanmartin.com.ar
Number of rooms: 59 - Built 14 years ago - Distance to Hilton Hotel: 2 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Modern hotel,
situated a few steps away from elegant Santa Fe
Avenue and two blocks from Plaza San Martin.
Every room is equipped with akitchenette |
USD 73 |
USD 73 |
19 |
HOTEL POSTA CARRETAS
Address: Esmeralda 726
Telephone: (54-11) 4394-8372
Fax: (54-11) 4322-8606
Web Site: www.postacarretas.com.ar
Rooms: 70 ñ Built 17 years ago ñ Distance to Hilton: 2 km
Indoor swimming pool - Buffet breakfast.
Description: Located in the heart of the city
centre, a few steps away from the cultural,
commercial and financial district. |
USD 64 |
USD 64 |
26 |
HOTEL NH FLORIDA
Address: San Martin 839
Telephone: (54-11) 4321-9850
Fax: (54-11) 4321-9875
Web Site: www.nh-hotels.com
Number of rooms: 148 - Built 3 years ago - Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1 km
Buffet breakfast.
Description: Modern hotel. Located near the
venue and just a few steps away from the Sheraton
Retiro Hotel. Next to Florida Ave. and Plaza San
Martin pedestrian malls, its ideal location
allows fast access to Puerto Madero entertainment
complex as well as Galerias Pacifico and Harrods
Shopping Centers.
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USD 70 |
USD 70 |
27 |
HOTEL NH JOUSTEN
Address: Corrientes Ave. 240
Telephone: (54-11) 4321-6750
Fax: (54-11) 4321-6775
Web Site: www.nh-hotels.com
Number of rooms: 85 - Refurbished 3 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 0.5 km
Buffet breakfast.
Description: The NH Jousten Hotel is an
emblematic building, built at the beginning of
the last century. The mix between the charm of
the old structure and the functional and modern
elements, makes the guest feel at home. Located
nearby the venue and and just a few steps away
from the Sheraton Retiro Hotel .Situated next to
the main points of interest, such as the
traditional Florida St., Galerias Pacifico
shopping center, Puerto Madero Docks, as well as
the business, financial, historical and
entertainment sites in town.
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USD 85 |
USD 85 |
28 |
HOTEL MELIA BUENOS AIRES BOUTIQUE
Address: Reconquista 945
Telephone: (54-11) 4891-3800
Fax: (54-11) 4891-3853
Web Site: www.solmelia.com
Number of rooms: 125 - Built 4 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 0,8 km
Buffet breakfast- All standard rooms of 40
square meters. Description: Modern and elegant
hotel situated in the Retiro District. Few steps
away from Florida Street, San Martin Square,
Galerias PacÌfico Shopping Center and Puerto
Madero District.
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USD 75 |
USD 75 |
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3 STARS HOTELS |
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20 |
HOTEL CASTELAR
Address: Avda. de Mayo 1152
Telephone: (54-11) 4383-5001
Fax: (54-11) 4383-8388
Web Site: www.castelarhotel.com.ar
Number of rooms: 160 - Built 72 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 2 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Historic hotel
where Federico Garcia Lorca lived for 6 months.
Situated on the traditional "Avenida de
Mayo" which is reminiscent of Madrid |
USD 40 |
USD 40 |
21 |
GRAN HOTEL ORLY
Address: Paraguay 474
Telephone: (54-11) 4312-5344
Fax: (54-11) 4312-5344
Web Site: www.orly.com.ar
Rooms: 170 ñ Built 35 years ago ñ Distance to Hilton: 1,7 km.
Description: located a few meters from San
Martín square and a few minutes from
Puerto Madero district. |
USD 40 |
USD 40 |
22 |
HOTEL IBIS BUENOS AIRES
Address: Hipólito Yrigoyen 1592
Telephone: (54-11) 5300-5555
Fax: (54-11) 5300-5566
Web Site: www.ibishotel.com
Number of rooms: 147 - Built 2 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 2.5 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Modern hotel
recently inaugurated. All rooms meet
international standards set by the Accor chain.
Situated close to Parliament in the Congreso
district |
USD 45 |
USD 45 |
23 |
HOTEL LANCASTER
Address: Avda. Córdoba 405
Telephone: (54-11) 4311-3021
Fax: (54-11) 4311-3021
Web Site: www.lancasterhotel-page.com
Number of rooms: 90 - Built 50 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.6 km
Buffet breakfast. Description: Traditional hotel
situated on the corner of Cordoba Avenue and
Reconquista, in the heart of the city centre. |
USD 40 |
USD 40 |
24 |
HOTEL REGIS ORHO
Address: Lavalle 813
Telephone: (54-11) 4327-2605
Fax: (54-11) 4327-2608
Web Site: www.orho-hoteles.com.ar
Number of rooms: 85 - Built 50 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.2 km
Continental breakfast. Description: Hotel was
refurbished 3 years ago and is situated on lively
Lavalle pedestrian street |
USD 35 |
USD 35 |
25 |
HOTEL WALDORF
Address: Paraguay 450
Telephone: (54-11) 4312-2071
Fax: (54-11) 4312-2079
Web Site: www.waldorf-hotel.com.ar
Number of rooms: 120 - Built 40 years ago -
Distance to Hilton Hotel: 1.4 km
Continental breakfast. Description: Hotel situated in the city centre. |
USD 40 |
USD 40 |
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