Photo: Endy Wong / Google MapsHotels for the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027 in New Orleans
GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027 runs 18 to 21 January at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, New Orleans. 12,824 attendees (2026)
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Where to stay
Where to stay for GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027: the closest hotels to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center are in Warehouse District and Central Business District, with French Quarter a short ride away. Rooms near the venue sell out first, so book a free-cancellation rate early. Add your company name and tax number at checkout for an itemised company invoice.
Popular areas for attendees: Warehouse District · Central Business District · French Quarter · Garden District and Uptown.
About GCSAA Conference and Trade Show
The GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027 runs from 18 to 21 January at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, with the trade show floor open on 20 and 21 January and the GCSAA Golf Championships played on the Mississippi Gulf Coast from 16 to 18 January.
Run by the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America, it is the main annual week for golf course superintendents, equipment managers and the turf, irrigation and machinery suppliers who serve them, with more than 500 exhibitors in Halls B to F. The event moves city: the 2026 edition was in Orlando and the 2025 edition in San Diego.
The organiser says the convention centre, its hotel blocks and most restaurants sit in one walkable stretch of the Warehouse District, so those rooms go first. This page shows live hotel rates near the venue for your dates, so you can compare a walk to the halls with a stay in the French Quarter or further out.
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- New Orleans hotels sorted by distance to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, so you can see which GCSAA options are a walk and which need a ride
- Live rates for conference week, pre-set to the event dates and easy to change if you come in early for seminars or the championships
- Free-cancellation rates shown first where the hotel offers them, useful while seminar and crew plans are still being settled
- An itemised company invoice emailed at booking, plus a group quote within 24 hours via the enquiry form for exhibitor teams and course crews
Event at a glance
- Dates
- 18 Jan to 21 Jan 2027
- Length
- 4 days, Mon to Thu
- Venue
- Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
- City
- New Orleans, USA
- Airport
- MSY
- Attendance
- 12,824 attendees (2026)
- Sector
- Agriculture & Agritech
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Hotels near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center for GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027
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Rates shown for a 3 night stay, Sun, Jan 17 → Wed, Jan 20, arriving the day before the fair opens, or choose your own dates above.
Hotel rates near major event venues rise as the dates approach and the closest hotels sell out first. Booking a free-cancellation rate early locks the price with no downside.
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How do you get to GCSAA Conference and Trade Show?
From Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport (MSY)
- MSY is in Kenner, a short drive from downtown New Orleans, the French Quarter and the Central Business District, with easy access to I-10
- Taxis pick up at a dedicated loading zone outside Level 1 Baggage Claim Door 7, and the airport lists a set fare to the Central Business District and French Quarter
- The RTA Airport Express (202) bus runs into downtown New Orleans, stopping at Elk Place at Cleveland and the Union Passenger Terminal; buses leave from Level 1 Baggage Claim outside Door 2
- The airport warns visitors not to accept transport offers from anyone who is not properly badged
Coming from the Golf Championships or by car
- The GCSAA Golf Championships are played on four courses around Biloxi, Mississippi, from 16 to 18 January, before the conference opens, so players need to plan the trip on to New Orleans
- The convention centre has parking at 400 Calliope Street for a daily fee, and overnight parking is not allowed
- If you are driving, a hotel within walking distance of the convention centre avoids the daily parking charge
How do you get around during GCSAA Conference and Trade Show?
Getting to the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center each day
- The trade show floor in Halls B to F is open from 08:30 to 16:30 on Wednesday 20 January and from 08:00 to 13:00 on Thursday 21 January 2027
- The organiser describes the convention centre and its hotel blocks as being in the same walkable stretch of the Warehouse District; check the distance shown for each hotel on this page
- Taxis and rideshare use the venue's dedicated Taxi and Rideshare Zone, reached by the pedestrian crossing over Calliope Street outside Lobby G
- Seminars run on Monday and Tuesday before the floor opens, so book your hotel from Sunday night if you are taking classes
Around New Orleans
- The organiser counts more than 50 restaurants, about seven museums and nearly 20 galleries within walking distance of the convention centre
- The National WWII Museum, the Ogden Museum of Southern Art and the Contemporary Arts Center are among the organiser's suggestions for families who come along
- January evenings in New Orleans can be cool and damp, so pack a warm layer
Do you need a visa for GCSAA Conference and Trade Show?
Visa-free / visa on arrival
- Check the current US entry rules for your passport before you travel, as they can change at short notice
- Travellers from Visa Waiver Program countries normally need an approved ESTA instead of a visa; US Customs and Border Protection recommends applying as soon as you start preparing your travel plans, or before buying airline tickets
- You must hold an e-Passport, with an embedded chip, to travel under the Visa Waiver Program
eVisa / visa required
- If your country is not in the Visa Waiver Program you will normally need a US visitor visa from a US embassy or consulate, so check local appointment wait times early
- An ESTA or visa lets you travel, but US border officers decide on admission when you arrive
Documents to carry
- A passport valid for your whole stay, with your ESTA approval or visa linked to that passport
- Your GCSAA Conference registration confirmation, and your seminar or tournament bookings if you have them
- Your hotel booking and return or onward ticket, in case the border officer asks
US entry requirements change often, so verify the current rules on official US government websites or with your nearest US embassy before booking.
First time at GCSAA Conference and Trade Show?
- Pick your pass first: All Access includes every seminar, Full Pack is the conference week with seminars added on, and the Trade Show pass covers two days on the floor for crew members
- Seminars and facility tours need their own registration, even with an All Access pass, so add them when you register
- Advance registration prices end on 11 December 2026; your registration is booked with GCSAA, separately from your hotel
- Spouses, significant others and dependent children can attend the trade show, opening session and closing events at no charge
- International visitors can use the International Resource Center on the show floor, which has translators on site
Insider tips from repeat attendees
- Thursday's floor closes at 13:00, so plan your last equipment conversations and demos for Wednesday or Thursday morning
- The organiser's official housing block has its own change and cancellation deadline in early December 2026; whichever hotel you choose, check its cancellation terms before you book
- If you play in the championships, consider one night near Biloxi before moving to New Orleans, as play runs until Monday 18 January
GCSAA Conference and Trade Show travel FAQs
Where is GCSAA Conference and Trade Show held?
GCSAA Conference and Trade Show is held at Ernest N. Morial Convention Center in New Orleans, USA. The nearest airport is MSY.
When and where is the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show 2027?
The conference runs from 18 to 21 January 2027 at the Ernest N. Morial Convention Center, 900 Convention Center Blvd, New Orleans. The trade show floor is open on 20 and 21 January, and the GCSAA Golf Championships are played near Biloxi, Mississippi, from 16 to 18 January.
Does the GCSAA Conference move city?
Yes. The 2025 edition was in San Diego and the 2026 edition in Orlando, and 2027 is in New Orleans. Check the organiser's site for later editions.
How big is the GCSAA Conference and Trade Show?
GCSAA reported 12,824 attendees at the 2026 event in Orlando, and the 2027 trade show has more than 500 exhibitors across 178,600 square feet.
Where should I stay for the GCSAA Conference?
The Warehouse District and Central Business District around the convention centre are the most convenient, as the organiser describes the venue, hotel blocks and restaurants as one walkable area. The French Quarter is a short ride away, and the Garden District and Uptown can be quieter.
Can my family come to the trade show?
Yes. The organiser says spouses, significant others and dependent children attend the trade show, opening session and closing events for free. Welcome Reception tickets for guests aged 21 and over are sold separately unless included in an All Access pass.
Can I change my hotel dates for the GCSAA Conference?
Yes. The search is pre-filled around the event, but you can change the check-in and check-out dates, for example to arrive after the championships or stay on after Thursday's close.
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Your entry badge is separate from your hotel. Get it from the official GCSAA Conference and Trade Show portal before you travel. We handle the travel; the event handles the badge.
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Which hotels are closest to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center?
The closest hotels to the venue with the distance, the walk or ride time and an indicative nightly rate, refreshed weekly. Live prices for your exact dates are in the booking section above. Last checked 12 November 2026.
Cheap and 3 star hotels near Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maison St Charles★★★ | 1.1 km | ~5 min ride | $113 |
| Blake Hotel New Orleans, BW Signature Collection★★★ | 1.3 km | ~6 min ride | $108 |
More hotels close to Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
| Hotel | Distance to venue | Walk or ride | From per night |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Orleans Warehouse Arts District★★★★ | 0.4 km | ~7 min walk | $386 |
| The Higgins Hotel New Orleans, Curio Collection by Hilton★★★★ | 0.7 km | ~11 min walk | $260 |
| Four Seasons New Orleans Hotel★★★★★ | 1.1 km | ~5 min ride | $871 |
| The Windsor Court★★★★★ | 1.1 km | ~5 min ride | $491 |
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