Good advice.....
Last time our motel happened to be across from one of the fossil shows, and the shuttle stopped right outside. Both shuttles and the local bus worked fine for us.
Next year we intend to stay for two weeks: see everything, take our time and works on writing about the shows. So with a two week stay, it's pretty important the hotel is not too expensive. It all takes away from the bead budget!

Two years ago I did actually visit most shows, so also the ones you mention above. Considering then I was looking to buy wholesale beads for my business, collectible beads for myself and tools and material for goldsmithing and jewelrymaking, pretty much everything was interesting to me. I also found it fascinating how different the atmospheres were at the different shows. From the high-end fancy AGTA, to shows with use rocks sold on a parkig lot. I loved it!