Local Arrangements
Welcome to Phoenix!
Welcome to the 2026 Annual Conference of the Homicide Research Working Group! We are excited to gather in Phoenix – a vibrant desert city known for its stunning landscapes, dynamic food scene, and warm hospitality.
Whether this is your first HRWG meeting or you are a returning member, we hope this information helps you navigate the area, enjoy your stay, and make the most of your time, both inside and outside of the conference.
Conference Location:
A.E. England Building
424 N Central Ave, Phoenix, AZ 85004
Located on the downtown campus of Arizona State University, the conference site is centrally positioned and easily walkable from the conference hotel.
Virtual Tour: https://tours.asu.edu/downtown/a-e-england-building
Conference Hotel
Hampton Inn & Suites Phoenix Downtown
77 East Polk Street
Phoenix, AZ
Phone (802) 710-1240
www.phoenixdowntown.hamptonbyhilton.com
Getting to Phoenix & the Hotel
Nearest Airport: Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
~10-15 minutes from downtown
Rideshare (Uber, Lyft, Waymo)
- Widely available 24/7
- Estimated cost: ~$15-$25
- Pickup areas clearly marked at airport
- Recommended for most attendees
Taxi Services
- Available at all airport terminals
- Typical fare to downtown: ~$20-$40
- Good no-app option
Rental Cars
- Available via PHX Rental Car Center
- Ideal if you plan to explore beyond downtown
Metro/Sky Train
- Take the PHX Sky Train
- Transfer to the Valley Metro A Line towards downtown Phoenix
- Drops off one block from hotel
- Cost: ~$2 per ride or $4 day pass
- This is not the most time efficient option – Travel time: ~30-40 minutes
- Budget-Friendly
