ACCOMMODATION

A selection of accommodation options has been secured within easy walking distance of the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) by our Accommodation Manager, Accommodation Link.

Booking through this site will offer you the following benefits: 

  • Specially negotiated rates and booking terms and conditions
  • No booking fees
  • No deposit is required to secure your booking – simply use your credit card to guarantee your reservation (see details below). Please check your chosen hotel’s policies prior to finalising your booking/s
  • Flexibility to change your booking at any time up to 30 days prior to your arrival date
  • Personalised assistance prior to, during and following your visit
Booking your accommodation
booking

Accommodation is held from Tuesday 16 February to Friday 19 February 2027. If you require dates outside of this period, please email Accommodation Link at [email protected]

Our Accommodation Manager will contact the hotel direct and advise you of availability. We recommend that you make your booking in the interim and the extra night/s can be added to your existing booking.

The hotels impose strict release dates of 30 days prior to arrival, so we encourage you to book early. Any booking requests received less than 30 days prior to arrival (Friday 16 January 2027) are subject to availability and at the best available rate on the day.

ARRIVAL

Please note the check in time at the hotels is generally 1500hrs. 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.

fURTHER INFORMATION

If you require any additional information to assist in your decision making, please contact our Accommodation Manager, Accommodation Link by [email protected]

PAYMENT

A valid credit card number must be provided to secure your booking. The card details will be securely forwarded to the hotel as a guarantee of your booking. Please refer to the individual hotel policies for when your card will be charged for your stay.  

You will be required to settle your final room bill with the hotel prior to departure.

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).

If you need to make any changes or to cancel your booking, please contact our Accommodation Manager by email – NOT direct with the hotel.  Verbal changes or cancellations cannot by accepted, nor will hotels accept any changes direct.

All room rates noted are based on room only, GST inclusive where applicable, and are in Australian Dollars.

Crown Metropol Melbourne

Distance from venue: 500m (6 min walk) | 8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, 3006
Unexpected touches at every turn, unfussy service delivered by good people, and the best bed you’ve ever slept in. Welcome to Crown Metropol Melbourne.

Luxe Room: $345 per night

Deposit Policy:
Please provide a valid credit card to guarantee and hold your reservation. The credit card must expire after the date of the event. Reservations not guaranteed with a valid credit card are subject to cancellation. By proceeding with the booking, you authorize Crown Metropol Melbourne to charge the credit card on file in the case of cancellations or no-shows. Upon check-in the full accommodation amount is payable to the hotel by the person checking-in. Standard hotel check-in policy will apply to each hotel booking and set out the requirements for check-in, payment security, refund and releases, acceptable behaviour, non-smoking policy. Guests may be required to sign a registration card upon check-in. All guests are also required to leave a credit card imprint as a security bond upon check-in. Each guest’s final account will need to be paid prior to departing the property.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within the below cut off dates, must be made in writing to [email protected] . Any booking or individual night/s cancellations received within 30 days of arrival, as well as any No-Shows, will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to one night accommodation, charged by the hotel to the credit card on file. A hotel credit will not be issued for any cancellations. *We would strongly recommend you consider travel insurance that covers the loss of accommodation costs due to medical conditions, flight cancellations, etc. Please speak with your travel insurer for more details

Pan Pacific Melbourne

Distance from venue: 100m (1 min walk) | 2 Convention Centre Place, Melbourne, 3006

Experience award-winning, 5-star Pan Pacific Melbourne – offering breathtaking views of the city skyline and Yarra River, combined with exceptional comfort and service.

Deluxe King (1 King Bed): $319.00 per night
Family Queen (1 Queen Bed + 1 Single Bed): $319.00 per night

Deposit Policy:
Please provide a valid credit card to guarantee and hold your reservation. The credit card must expire after the date of the event. Reservations not guaranteed with a valid credit card are subject to cancellation. At the 35 to 31 days prior to your arrival, the hotel will provide a link to prepay the full accommodation amount (100%). Guests will have up to 48 hours to complete the payment. Upon check-in, guests are required to leave a $100.00 per night bond upon check-in if using a credit card, or $200.00 per night if using cash.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within the below cut off dates, must be made in writing to [email protected] Any booking or individual night/s cancellations received within 30 days of arrival (4PM), as well as any No-Shows, will be non-refundable, and payment retained by the hotel. A hotel credit will not be issued for any cancellations. *We would strongly recommend you consider travel protection that covers the loss of accommodation costs due to medical conditions, flight cancellations, etc. Please speak with your travel insurer for more details.

Crown Promenade Melbourne

Distance from venue: 700m (9 min walk) | 8 Whiteman Street, Melbourne, 3006

Crown Promenade Melbourne is a top choice for the savvy traveller who seeks functionality, location and genuine service with the amenities you expect, and the extras you deserve.

Standard Room (1 King or 2 Queen Beds): $325.00 per night

Deposit Policy
Please provide a valid credit card to guarantee and hold your reservation. The credit card must expire after the date of the event. Reservations not guaranteed with a valid credit card are subject to cancellation. By proceeding with the booking, you authorize Crown Promenade Melbourne to charge the credit card on file in the case of cancellations or no-shows. Upon check-in the full accommodation amount is payable to the hotel by the person checking-in. Standard hotel check-in policy will apply to each hotel booking and set out the requirements for check-in, payment security, refund and releases, acceptable behaviour, non-smoking policy. Guests may be required to sign a registration card upon check-in. All guests are also required to leave a credit card imprint as a security bond upon check-in. Each guest’s final account will need to be paid prior to departing the property.

Cancellation Policy:
Cancellations made within the below cut off dates, must be made in writing to [email protected] . Any booking or individual night/s cancellations received within 30 days of arrival, as well as any No-Shows, will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to one night accommodation, charged by the hotel to the credit card on file. A hotel credit will not be issued for any cancellations. *We would strongly recommend you consider travel insurance that covers the loss of accommodation costs due to medical conditions, flight cancellations, etc. Please speak with your travel insurer for more details.

Crowne Plaza Melbourne

Distance from venue: 400m (5 min walk) | 1-5 Spencer Street, Melbourne, 3006

Perfectly and exclusively located on the Yarra River, Crowne Plaza Melbourne connects you to the heartbeat of Melbourne’s diverse people, places & events. Revel in our re-imagined riverfront hotel and unwind in one of our 432 guest suites – we dedicate ourselves to indulging you in sophisticated style in the heart of Melbourne.

Run of House Standard Room (1 x King or 2 x Double Beds): $320.00 per night *3-night minimum stay required

Deposit Policy
Please provide a valid credit card to guarantee and hold your reservation. The credit card must expire after the date of the event. Reservations not guaranteed with a valid credit card are subject to cancellation. At the 30 days prior to your arrival, the hotel will charge the credit card on file a non-refundable deposit equal to the full accommodation amount (100%). All guests are also required to leave a credit card imprint as a security bond upon check-in. Each guest’s final account will need to be paid prior to departing the property. *The individual delegate is financially responsible for any damaged sustained, or loss incurred, to the Hotel’s property.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made within the below cut off dates, must be made in writing to [email protected] . Any booking or individual night/s cancellations received within 30 days of arrival, as well as any No-Shows, will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the accommodation total, charged by the hotel to the credit card on file. A hotel credit will not be issued for any cancellations. *We would strongly recommend you consider travel insurance that covers the loss of accommodation costs due to medical conditions, flight cancellations, etc. Please speak with your travel insurer for more details.

Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Distance from venue: 200m (2 minute walk) | 7 Convention Centre Place, Melbourne, 3006

Discover South Wharf, an ideal location to meet, dine, shop and stay. Novotel Melbourne South Wharf stands proudly in one of Melbourne’s oldest locations, the historic South Wharf promenade. In contrast to the maritime docks and cargo sheds, is the contemporary architecture of Melbourne’s newest buildings and attractions.

The hotel is complemented with direct access to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the Southern Hemisphere’s largest meeting space.

Standard Queen Room (1 Queen Bed):  $280.00 per night

Deposit Policy
Please provide a valid credit card to guarantee and hold your reservation. The credit card must expire after the date of the event. Reservations not guaranteed with a valid credit card are subject to cancellation. At the 30 days prior to your arrival the hotel will charge the credit card on file a deposit equal to the full accommodation amount (100%). All guests are also required to leave a credit card imprint as a security bond upon check-in. Each guest’s final account will need to be paid prior to departing the property.

Cancellation Policy
Cancellations made within the below cut off dates, must be made in writing to [email protected]. Any booking or individual night/s cancellations received within 30 days of arrival, as well as any No-Shows, will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the accommodation total, charged by the hotel to the credit card on file. A hotel credit will not be issued for any cancellations. *We would strongly recommend you consider travel insurance that covers the loss of accommodation costs due to medical conditions, flight cancellations, etc. Please speak with your travel insurer for more details.

WRAP on Southbank

Distance from venue: 850m (14 min walk) | 133/139 City Rd, Southbank, 3006
The WRAP on Southbank setting works beautifully for everything from business meetings to exploring Melbourne’s incredible arts and dining scene. Choose from our spacious one- and two-bedroom self-contained apartments featuring complimentary WiFi, TV streaming plus full kitchen and laundry facilities.

One Bedroom: $195.00 per night
One Bedroom Deluxe $205.00 per night
Two Bedroom: $285.00 per night
Two Bedroom Deluxe: $305.00 per night

Cancellation Policy:
Cancel by 24 hours prior to your arrival to avoid a 100% accommodation total penalty charge.

Deposit Policy:
A deposit is not required to guarantee this reservation. Payment will be required by the attendee at the check-in stage.

Guarantee Policy:
A Credit Card guarantee is mandatory to reserve a room – by either American Express, VISA, MasterCard, JCB or China UnionPay.