<p>Momofknowitall,
Faline2 has good advice and hilsa is right about cafe coco. You should also check rates with the Holiday Inn Vanderbilt on West End. It has a great location, free parking, free shuttle service (within 3 miles which includes downtown) and a view of the Parthenon (front side rooms, back side looks at the back of the football statdium). I have also stayed at the Marriot Vanderbilt and both Hampton Inns. All have very friendly service and you really won’t go wrong with any of them. One last recommendation is McDougals in Hillsboro for some really good fried chicken (it is very casual). Best of luck and hope you all have a great (and informative) time.</p>