Where to Stay
The Dana Resort
Room rates start at $165 per night
Waived Resort fees (valued at $32 per night)
Waived Overnight Parking for 1 car per room ($25 value)
Complimentary Hotel Transportation to Marina Village Conference Center
Wednesday, February 26 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, February 27 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Friday, February 28 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Saturday, March 1 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Sunday, March 2 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
An advance deposit or credit card guarantee for the first night's room and tax is due by January 27, 2025. Individuals must identify themselves as part of "San Diego Bird Festival" at the time of making reservations in order to be eligible for the special group rate. Click here for online booking or call 800-445-3339.
Holiday Inn Express
Room rates start at $164 per night
Rates include breakfast, wi-fi, and parking.
Complimentary Hotel Transportation to Marina Village Conference Center
Wednesday, February 26 | 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Thursday, February 27 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Friday, February 28 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Saturday, March 1 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Sunday, March 2 | 5:30 AM - 7:30 AM
Rooms available Wednesday Feb 26 through Sunday March 2. You must book before Feb 20, 2025. Cancellations made 21 days or more prior to arrival are fully refundable. Cancellations within 21 days of arrival will incur a charge of 1 night’s stay, which is non-refundable. Click here for online booking. Morning and afternoon shuttle service will be provided by the Festival.
Camp Surfbird
Camp Surfbird is a unique overnight camp experience designed specifically for youth ages 13-17 to enjoy the San Diego Bird Festival to the fullest. Working together, San Diego Audubon and the American Birding Association have planned an unforgettable weekend for young birders to gather and explore the region with like-minded peers. Campers will be participating in chaperoned festival activities and experiences just for them. Base camp is located at the YMCA Camp Surf in Imperial Beach, CA.
During our weekend together, campers will expand upon their birding skills, learn about the natural history of coastal California, meet other young people with similar interests, explore careers and opportunities in ornithology, research, and conservation while networking with leaders in the field.
Included:
Lodging for 2 nights at Camp Surf, located in Imperial Beach
Daily transportation to and from Marina Village for festival activities
Meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
2 full-day festival field trips (four to choose from)
Optional participation in keynote talks
Beach activities on the evening of Feb 24
Not included:
Twin-sized sheets/bedding and towels
The meeting place for this activity is at Marina Village Conference Center. Campers will be transported to Camp Surf after the Keynote speaker. Campers traveling by air or train must be able to travel independently.