Accommodation

A selection of accommodation options have been secured by the Congress Office within easy walking distance of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Booking through this site will offer you the following benefits:

  • Specially negotiated rates and booking terms and conditions
  • No booking fees
  • A credit card number is required to guarantee your reservation (see details below)
  • Flexibility to change your booking at any time up to 30 days prior to the Congress commencement date
  • Personalised assistance prior to, during and following your stay. 
Do not respond to any third-party emails offering to manage your accommodation as they are unauthorised. You should only respond to communications from the Congress Organising Office. 

Booking

  • All rates are quoted are in Australian Dollars and are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST) and are on the basis of room only. 
  • Accommodation is held from Saturday 28 September to Saturday 5 October 2024. If you require dates outside of this period, please note your preferred dates in the Special Requirements field when completing your registration form. The Delegate Services Team will contact the hotel on your behalf and advise you of availability. 
  • The hotels impose strict release dates of 30 days prior to arrival, so any bookings made after Wednesday 28 August 2024 will be subject to availability.

Payment

  • A valid credit card number must be provided to secure your booking. The card details will be forwarded to the hotel as a guarantee of your booking. Note your card will not be charged upon making a booking. 
  • Some hotels may charge one nights' accommodation 30 days prior to arrival and if relevant, this is noted below in the terms and conditions for these hotels. 
  • You will be required to settle your room and incidental expenses directly with the hotel on your arrival or departure. If you wish to pre-pay your accommodation in advance by credit card or by EFT (upon receipt of an invoice from the hotel), please note this in the Special Requirements field when completing your online registration form. 

Arrival

Please note the check in time at the hotels is generally 1400hrs. If you require immediate access to your room prior to this time, hotels generally recommend booking for the evening before your stay commences. If you are arriving after 1800hrs please note this accordingly to ensure your room is held for your arrival. 

Booking Terms

  • Please review the booking terms for your preferred hotel for penalties that will apply should you cancel or reduce your stay (by one or more nights) or fail to arrive at the hotel on the designated day of arrival (no-shows).
  • To make a subsequent change or to cancel your booking, notification via email must be made to the Congress Office. Verbal changes or cancellations cannot be accepted, nor will the hotels accept any changes directly.
  • Advance booking is required, and must be made prior to arrival at the Congress. 

Hotel Options

Pan Pacific South Wharf Melbourne

2 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf
0.3km from MCEC - approx. 1 minute walk

Deluxe King Room: $329 per night

The only 5-star hotel directly connected to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre, Pan Pacific Melbourne offers guests 396 sophisticated and spacious rooms featuring floor-to-ceiling windows and unrestricted views of Melbourne city or bay. Situated on the banks of the Yarra River in the iconic South Wharf precinct, the hotel is the perfect base to discover the vibrant city of Melbourne, with premium shopping, dining, and entertainment options all located on the doorstep.

Terms and Conditions: A non-refundable fee equal to one night’s stay will be charged to your credit card at 30 days. The balance of payment is required on check-in. Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Crowne Plaza Melbourne

1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne
0.2km from MCEC - approx. 3 minute walk

Standard Room: $280per night

Crowne Plaza is located on the riverfront within a 2 minute walk of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre.

Accommodation rooms offer natural light and high speed internet. The hotel has an onsite restaurant and bar and is within walking distance of dining and shopping options. There is a fitness centre with state-of-the-art equipment and a rooftop swimming pool.

Terms and Conditions: Full payment is required on check in. Cancellations received within 30-14 days of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s stay. Cancellations received after 14 days or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Novotel South Wharf

7 Convention Centre Place. South Wharf, VIC
0.10km From Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (approx. 1 min walk)

Standard Room: $260.00

The hotel is located on the historic South Wharf promenade with direct access to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Accommodation rooms have comfortable bedding and floor to ceiling windows with views across the city or Port Philip Bay. Room features include high speed wifi, a smart TV and bedside USB power. Bathrooms have walk-in showers and fair trade amenities. There is a 24 hour fitness centre and complimentary WIFI in all rooms and social spaces.

Terms and Conditions: Cancellations received between 30 – 15 days of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the value of one night’s stay. Cancellations received between 14 – 0 days from arrival or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Adina Apartment Hotel, Southbank

55 Southbank Boulevard, Southbank
1.0km from MCEC - approx. 13 mins walk

Studio Apartment: $229 per night*
$200 surcharge for night of Saturday 28 September 2024

Adina Apartment Hotel offers well-appointed serviced apartments on the corner of Queen and Little Bourke Streets in Melbourne’s CBD. The property is minutes from Bourke Street Mall, the National Gallery of Victoria, and within an easy walk of the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Apartments have fully equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. There is an indoor heated pool and a gym.

Terms and Conditions: Cancellations received within 30-1 day of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s stay. Cancellations received within 24 hours prior to arrival or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Rendezvous Melbourne

328 Flinders Street, Melbourne
1.0km from MCEC - approx. 1 0minute walk

Perkins Room: $180 per night*
*$200 surcharge for night of Saturday 28 September 2024 

Centrally located in the heart of the CBD, this 4.5-star heritage-listed hotel has been restored to retain the feel and style of its 1913 origins while providing guests with modern technology and facilities.

Terms and Conditions: Cancellations received within 30-1 day of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s stay. Cancellations received within 24 hours prior to arrival or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Batman's Hill on Collins

623 Collins Street, Melbourne
0.6km from MCEC - approx. 8 minute walk

Standard Room: $169 per night
Premier Room: $209 per night
Two Bedroom Apartment: $309 per night

Batman’s Hill Hotel on Collins is in the heart of Melbourne CBD, opposite Southern Cross Station and a short 10 minute walk to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre. Standard Rooms combine convenience and comfort offering a 3.5 star budget option. Premier rooms offer 4 star suites with spacious bathroom, Smart TV, and free Wifi. Two bedroom apartments have a fully equipped kitchen, lounge, and 2 separate bedrooms.

Terms and Conditions: One night’s deposit will be charged to the nominated credit card 30 days prior to arrival with the balance payable on arrival at the hotel. Cancellations received within 30-7 days of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s stay. Cancellations received within 7 days or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to the entire length of stay.


Best Western Melbourne City Hotel

16 Spencer Street, Melbourne
0.5km from MCEC - approx. 5 minute walk

Shoebox Room: $145 per night*
Matchbox Room: $135 per night* SOLD OUT
Standard Twin Room: $140 per night* SOLD OUT
Standard King Room: $160 per night* SOLD OUT

*Surcharge for night of Saturday 28 September 2024 

The hotel is located in a turn of the century European-style building, set across five stories. It offers comfort and convenience on a cost-effective budget. The Best Western Melbourne is located in the free tram zone and within walking distance to the Southern Cross Train Station and Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. There are a variety of rooms to choose from depending on guest’s budget. All rooms include flat screen TV, coffee and tea maker, mini bar, desk/work area, and high speed internet access. There is a rooftop deck, café and bar.

Terms and Conditions: Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to one night’s stay. Cancellations received within 14-7 days of arrival will be charged a cancellation fee equal to two night’s stay. Cancellations received within 7 days or non-arrival at the hotel (no show) will be charged a cancellation fee equal to entire length of stay.


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