We want to welcome you to the Chicago Southland area, as a participant in the Palos Bank Southwest Half Marathon on Sunday, May 4, 2008. Due the early morning time of the race, many participants may want to think about staying closer to the race site the night before, and take advantage of registration packet pick-up at the Health Fair (free to attend) being held on Saturday, 10am-5pm, at the Trinity Christian College gymnasium. The following are a few items to keep in mind while preparing for the race:

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DoubleTree Hotel-Alsip
DoubleTree Hotel-Alsip is the host hotel for racers coming from outside the immediate area. The Doubletree has provided a special rate ($99), available by contacting the hotel and utilizing this authorization code - PAL. The rate is good 3 days before/after the event date, so plan on making a weekend trip to the Chicago Southland to take in the sights and tastes of our region! Rooms are limited for special rate, so act quickly.
5000 West 127th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
708-371-7300 or 800-222-TREE

Country Inn and Suites, Tinley Park
The Country Inn & Suites is offering a $75 rate ($109 for suites) for Palos Bank Half Marathon registrants (mention Palos Bank Half Marathon when making your reservation). Prices includes complimentary breakfast.
18315 South LaGrange Road
Tinley Park, IL 60477
708-560-9300

Days Inn-Alsip
$109...price includes complimentary breakfast
5150 West 127th Street
Alsip, IL 60803
708-371-5600 or 800-DAYS INN

Baymont Inn-Alsip
12801 South Cicero Avenue
Alsip, IL 60803
708-597-3900 or 877-BAYMONT

Hampton Inn-Crestwood
13330 South Cicero Avenue
Crestwood, IL 60445
708-597-3330 or 800-HAMPTON