The Collegiate Water Polo Association establishes room blocks at area hotels around the sites of competition to assist the varsity and collegiate club teams in acquiring accomodations for the regular season and championship tournaments.

How are hotels selected?

The CWPA staff searches area hotels to get the best combination of price, location and services at every site. We have entered into an agreement with We try to balance the cost per night with other factors. For example, we might be able to stay cheaper 30 minutes from a school, but that is generally not desirable. Our basic parameters include:

• Distance: Within 20 minutes-preferably closer
• Cost: Totally dependent upon location. However, lower end of price range is desirable
• Property: Quality Inn, Days Inn, Econolodge type rather than Marriott, unless cost is similar.
• Amenities: We look for free breakfast, complimentary rollaways
• Complimentary rooms: When possible, we try to get free rooms for officials

How do I book my hotels?

Contact the individual hotels and tell them that you require rooms for the Collegiate Water
Polo Association. You should also be prepared to tell them:

• Which team you are representing
• How many rooms you need per night

You will then need to reserve the rooms with a credit card.

What is a cutoff date?

This is the date that a hotel will release the rooms we have reserved to the general public.
If you fail to hold your rooms with a credit card prior to this date, you may end up paying more or losing your opportunity to stay there.

When should I arrange hotels?

As soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more likely you will miss the hotel's cutoff date.

How should I handle events that I have not yet qualified for like the National Championships?

Make your reservations if you think you have a reasonable chance of qualifying. You can
always cancel later.