Charlotte, NC
We are pleased to offer this list of local hotel accommodations for the Professional Training Center – Charlotte. The hotels are nearby and offer a special rate for our students. Please remember to mention PreGel AMERICA to lock in the corporate rate. These hotels offer transportation to PreGel for the training classes and each afternoon back to the hotel. Please ask the front desk about the scheduled departure time.
Airport Shuttle Service
University Executive Shuttle
Phone: 704-712-5283
Rate: $35 to Hampton Inn & Suites in Concord (and hotels on Exit 49 Concord Mills); $45 to PreGel AMERICA directly
This is a special corporate rate; when booking be sure to say you are with PreGel. Please book at least 24 hours in advance to ensure availability for the correct pick-up time. Gratuities welcomed (but not required).
Accommodations
Hampton Inn & Suites
Phone: 704-979-5600
Address: 9850 Weddington Road, Concord, NC 28027
Distance from PreGel America: 6.85 miles, approximately 10 minutes
Amenities:
- Complimentary hot buffet breakfast daily
- Complimentary evening reception Monday thru Saturday (hearty food like hamburgers, hotdogs, lasagna)
- Complimentary shuttle service within a 5-mile radius
- Complimentary wifi
- Walking distance to restaurants & bars
Free shuttle service to and from PreGel America. Complimentary daily hot breakfast. Complimentary wireless Internet access in every room. Please request the PreGel AMERICA Corporate rate.
Hilton Garden Inn
Phone: 704-979-2900
Address: 7831 Gateway Lane NW, Concord, NC 28027
Distance from PreGel America: 7.3 miles, approximately 12 minutes
Free shuttle service to and from PreGel America. Complimentary High Speed Internet. Please request the PreGel America Corporate rate.
Wingate by Wyndham
Phone: 704-979-1300
Address: 7841 Gateway Lane NW, Concord, NC 28027
Distance from PreGel America: 7.3 miles, approximately 12 minutes
Complimentary daily hot breakfast buffet. Complimentary High Speed Internet. Please request the PreGel America Corporate rate.
Chicago, IL
Accommodations near the Chicago Training Center in Elk Grove Village.
Accommodations
Doubletree by Hilton
Phone: 630-860-2900
Address: 1200 N Mittel Blvd, Wood Dale, IL 60191
Distance from PreGel America – Chicago Training Center: 3.5 miles, approximately 10 minutes
- Free shuttle service to and from PreGel America
- Complimentary daily hot breakfast
- Complimentary wireless Internet access in every room
Please request the PreGel AMERICA Corporate rate.
Comfort Inn O'Hare – Convention Center
Phone: 847-635-1300
Address: 2175 E Touhy Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Distance from PreGel America – Chicago Training Center: 4.8 miles
Located less than two miles from O'Hare International Airport.
Plan Your Stay
When booking any of the listed hotels, always mention PreGel AMERICA to secure the special corporate rate. Shuttle availability and schedules vary by location — confirm departure times with the front desk upon check-in.
View All Training CentersWhen traveling to attend intensive pastry and dessert training programs, finding comfortable and convenient lodging is essential for a focused learning experience. PreGel has arranged special corporate rates with select hotels near each International Training Center location, allowing students to rest and recharge between immersive classroom sessions and hands-on kitchen work. These partner hotels understand the unique schedules of culinary professionals and aspiring pastry chefs, offering flexible check-in options and quiet environments conducive to study and reflection. The proximity of these accommodations to the training facility means less time commuting and more time dedicated to mastering advanced techniques in plated desserts, chocolate work, and artisanal frozen creations.
A dedicated shuttle service operates between the recommended hotels and the PreGel International Training Center, removing the hassle of navigating unfamiliar city streets or securing rental vehicles. This complimentary transportation runs on a carefully coordinated schedule aligned with class start and end times, ensuring students arrive promptly and safely each day. The shuttle provides a comfortable, stress-free transition between the training environment and personal downtime, allowing participants to review notes or simply relax before another day of intensive instruction. This service reflects the commitment to removing logistical barriers so that students can focus entirely on elevating their pastry arts skills under the guidance of renowned chef instructors.
The accommodations package is designed with the serious pastry professional in mind, offering amenities that support both rest and continued learning. Guest rooms feature dedicated workspaces, reliable high-speed internet for accessing digital recipe libraries and technique videos, and blackout curtains for quality sleep after long days in the kitchen. Many partner properties also provide early breakfast options to accommodate the early start times typical of professional pastry training. Whether attending a multi-day advanced series or a specialized seminar focused on a particular dessert category, students find that these thoughtfully selected hotels enhance the overall educational experience by providing the comfort and convenience necessary for peak performance during training hours.
For those traveling from out of town or from international destinations, the combination of preferred hotel rates and scheduled shuttle service makes attending PreGel training remarkably accessible. The training centers are located in prominent cities known for their culinary scenes, and the corporate lodging partnerships ensure that students can secure accommodations without the uncertainty of fluctuating market prices. This streamlined approach to travel logistics allows participants to arrive with confidence, knowing that their off-hours needs have been anticipated and addressed. From the moment of arrival to the final day of instruction, every aspect of the student experience is crafted to support deep engagement with the curriculum and the development of superior dessert-making capabilities.