Accommodation

Hyde Park offers an array of exceptional accommodations, each showcasing the unique charm of our vibrant Southside Chicago neighborhood. We’ve reserved courtesy room blocks, with complimentary breakfast, at the following properties for your convenience:

The Study

Located just across the Midway Plaisance (a short 4 minute walk) from the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, The Study at University of Chicago offers a seamless blend of contemporary design and academic inspiration. Its proximity ensures that you’re perfectly positioned to immerse yourself in the Open Repositories Conference while enjoying the thoughtful amenities and tranquil atmosphere of Hyde Park.

Book by Phone: 773.643.1600
Book by Email: reservations.chicago@studyhotels.com
Mention Event: Open Repositories

SOPHY

This four-diamond, boutique hotel is located on 53rd Street, the Hyde Park community’s lively commercial strip, a 20-minute walk from the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. Inspired by the rich legacy of intellectual, artistic and cultural innovation that is part of the fabric of the University of Chicago and greater Hyde Park, this unique property boasts an impressive art collection and smart interior design.

*Should you wish to stay outside of June 14-19, 2025, you must first book your reservation for the group block dates online and then reach out to Raven Pitts via email (rpitts@sophyhotel.com) with your confirmation number to add additional nights (three days prior to and three days after the event date, pending availability).

Book by Phone: 773.289.1003
Mention Group Code: 178693

Hyatt Place

One mile north of the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, Hyatt Place Chicago-South/University Medical Center is situated in the heart of Hyde Park’s vibrant 53rd Street Corridor. An easy 20 minute walk to conference headquarters at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools, this business hotel offers a complimentary area shuttle service and ground level coffee shop.

*Should you wish to stay outside of June 14-19, 2025, you must first book your reservation for the group block dates online and then reach out to Teja Syers via email (teja.syers@hyatt.com) with your confirmation number to add the additional nights.

Book by Phone: 888.591.1234
Mention Group Code: G-OPRE

UChicago Housing at Max Palevsky Residential Commons

Stay in a residence hall in the heart of the University of Chicago Campus, a short, 14-minute walk from the conference headquarters at the University of Chicago Laboratory Schools. Designed by Mexican architect Ricardo Legorreta, this bright brick building brings a touch of semitropical radiance to University residential living. Each suite in this dormitory has a private bathroom en suite that is shared. Breakfast is included and will be available in a campus dining hall.

Reservations will become available beginning April 15, 2025.

The international Open Repositories Conference has taken place annually since 2006, when the first conference was held in Sydney, Australia.

To receive announcements about upcoming Open Repositories conferences and related communications, you may join the OR announcements mailing list here: http://groups.google.com/group/open-repositories.