Modeling and Optimization: Theory and Applications
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All technical sessions, registration, breakfast, and lunch take place at
Rauch Business Center
621 Taylor Street, Bethlehem, PA 18015


The Student Social will take place at
Packer House
217 W Packer Ave, Bethlehem, PA 18015


The MOPTA and iMOPTA Poster Sessions, Cocktail Reception, and Conference Banquet will take place at
Wood Dining Room, Iacocca Conference Center
Iacocca Hall, 111 Research Dr, Bethlehem, PA 18015


Please note that the conference will begin at 8:40am on Wednesday and will end at 4:00pm on Friday.

Hotels

You'll find a variety of accommodation options in Bethlehem.

There are many inexpensive hotels and Airbnb accommodations in Bethlehem and its surrounding area. Below we list some of the more convenient hotels for your stay during the conference.


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Wind Creek Bethlehem

77 Wind Creek Blvd, Bethlehem PA 18015
Phone: 877-726-3777

This AAA four-diamond hotel features 281 rooms with premier bedding, personalized toiletries, free high-speed internet, and concierge services. This hotel is right next to the Wind Creek Casino and a short walk to the conference venue.

Comfort Suites

120 W. Third Street, Bethlehem PA 18015
Phone: 610-882-9700

Spacious suite hotel near Lehigh that offers free airport (Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE)) transportation, extra-roomy suites, business center, and free WiFi. It is within walking distance from the conference venue. (SOLD OUT)

Historic Hotel Bethlehem

427 Main Street Bethlehem, PA 18018
Phone: 800-607-2384; 610-625-5000

This 125-room hotel is a member of the Historic Hotels of America. It dates from 1922 and is Beaux Arts in style. It is located in the historic downtown of Bethlehem, a 30-minute walk or a quick 6-minute drive to the conference venue.

Sayre Mansion Inn

250 Wyandotte St., Bethlehem PA 18015
Phone: 610-882-2100

A Bed & Breakfast with 19 antique-filled rooms, located within walking distance of the conference venue.

Hyatt Place Bethlehem

45 West North Street, Bethlehem PA 18015
Phone: 610-625-0500

Hyatt Place Bethlehem is a casual hotel for groups, families and pets, with free features like Wi-Fi, and gym access. It is located a 38-minute walk or a quick 7-minute drive to the conference venue.

Candlewood Suites Bethlehem South

1630 Spillman Drive, Bethlehem PA 18015
Phone: 610-849-4100

Located off of I-78, 8 miles from the Lehigh Valley International Airport (ABE), and inside the Lehigh Valley Industrial Park VII. Each suite offers free high-speed Internet access and a spacious work area. It is located a 38-minute walk or a quick 6-minute drive to the conference venue.

Homewood Suites by Hilton Allentown Bethlehem Center Valley

3350 Center Valley Parkway, Center Valley Pennsylvania 1803
Phone: 610-849-4100

This hotel offers free WiFi and a daily hot breakfast. It also features a heated indoor pool and is within a 10-minute drive of the conference venue.

Other venues in town can be found here.

Traveling to Bethlehem

Nearby airports

By bus

Bethlehem is serviced by Trans-Bridge Lines. There is a direct bus connection from New York City (Port Authority Bus Station), Newark Liberty Airport, and JFK airport. The South Bethlehem bus terminal is steps away from the conference site.

By car

  • From Route 22: Take Route 378 exit in Bethlehem. Route 378 heads only south; continue for 3.6 miles and when you cross the bridge over the Lehigh River, stay in the left-turn lane, marked “Third Street.” Bear left at the traffic light for Third Street at the south end of the bridge; continue one block to the traffic light at Brodhead Avenue, and turn right.
  • From Route I-78 East or West: Take the Hellertown/Bethlehem exit 67.
  • From Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey: Take the Northeast Extension (Route 476) of the Pennsylvania Turnpike north.

Public transportation in Bethlehem

Public transportation in Bethlehem is run by LANta. The buses connecting North Bethlehem (where many hotels are located) and the Lehigh University campus in South Bethlehem are line B, line F, and line G.

Further information can be found at Lehigh University’s Maps and Directions web page.


Bus service is not frequent, however Uber and Lyft easily available.