SPIE Cashier
2nd Floor, Lobby - Open during registration hours
Registration payments
If you are planning to register onsite, please do so at the “Need to Register” laptop station. Your credit card payment will be processed during registration. If you wish to pay with cash or check, you will be directed to the Cashier once you have completed registration for final payment.
If you have already registered and wish to add a course, workshop, or special event, you may do this online by signing into your SPIE account.
Receipt and Certificate of Attendance
Preregistered attendees who need an SPIE-stamped receipt or attendees who need a Certificate of Attendance may obtain those at the Cashier.
Badge Corrections
Badge corrections can be made at the Cashier. Please mark your badge with your changes before approaching the counter.
Speaker check-in and preview station
2nd Floor, Caribbean Room
Sunday 24 March |
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2:00 PM–5:00 PM |
Monday 25 March |
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7:00 AM–5:00 PM |
Tuesday 26 March |
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7:30 AM–5:00 PM |
Wednesday 27 March |
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7:45 AM–5:00 PM |
Thursday 28 March |
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7:45 AM–3:30 PM |
All speakers must stop at Speaker Check-In to upload and preview their slide presentation files at least two hours before their scheduled session or the day before if they present in the first session. Speakers are not able to present using their own devices. All conference rooms are equipped with a laptop, projector, screen, lapel microphone, and laser pointer.
Internet access
Hotel lobbies, meeting rooms, and registration area
Complimentary wireless internet access is provided in meeting rooms and lobbies on the conference room levels. Instructions will be posted onsite.
SPIE Conference app and event information
This useful tool allows you to search and browse the program, special events, participants, courses, and more. It is free and available for iPhone and Android phones. If you don't already have it,
Download the SPIE App.
Luggage & coat check
1st floor, Bag check
Complimentary luggage, package, and coat storage are available. |
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Business Center Office
1st floor
Printing services are available. |
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Child Care Services
Childtime of Long Beach - 562-437-7498
WeeCare - listings for local daycare and caregivers in the area.
SPIE does not imply an endorsement or recommendation of these services. They are provided on an “information only” basis for your further analysis and decision. Other services may be available.
Gender-inclusive restroom
Gender-inclusive restrooms are available on the first and second floors. Please ask the hotel or SPIE staff for directions.
Mother's Room
3rd floor, Coral Room - Open during registration hours
The Mothers' Room is a lockable room intended for nursing mothers. There is no storage or running water. There is a refrigerator available in this space. The key can be picked up from the SPIE Cashier.
Quiet Room
3rd floor, Mediterranean I - Open during registration hours
The Quiet Room is intended for silent meditation, reflection, and prayer. No mobile devices or computer use is allowed, and no food or beverages are allowed.
Urgent message line
An urgent message line is available during registration hours: 360-223-3378
Lost and found
2nd Floor, Lobby - Open during registration hours.
Found items will be kept at the SPIE Cashier in the Registration area during the meeting and available only during registration hours. At the end of the meeting, all found items will be turned over to the Hilton Long Beach Security. Lost and Found hotline: +1 585-232-7200.
Food and beverage services
Coffee Breaks
1st floor, Gallerie Foyer and 2nd floor, Foyer and Promenade
Complimentary coffee
Monday |
7:00 AM - 4:00 PM |
Tuesday |
7:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Wednesday - Thursday |
7:45 AM - 4:00 PM |
Food and refreshments for purchase
1st floor, Lobby
Café
We proudly brew Starbucks coffee and offer freshly baked pastries, sandwiches, and salads. Fresh fruit and healthy snacks are also available.
Enclave Lobby Bar and Kitchen
Savor innovative dishes prepared with fresh ingredients at our exclusive on-site restaurant. The Enclave is also perfect for pre-dinner drinks or end of the day cocktails, offering an extensive menu of fine wines, imported and domestic beers, and handcrafted cocktails in a modern casual setting.
The Loft
2nd floor
The Loft Restaurant offers fresh breakfast daily from continental to hot buffet including made to order omelets.
In-Room Dining - See hotel instructions
Relax in the comfort of your room as you enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner, or even a late-night snack from our In-Room Dining Menu.
Restaurants and entertainment
Places to eat, drink and explore in Long Beach
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Explore our diverse neighborhoods to discover the food halls, local favorites, and multicultural menus that establish Long Beach as a haven for foodies, or set sail and enjoy brunch, lunch, or dinner aboard one of several cruises and boat excursions.