Accommodation
A limited number of rooms have been reserved on behalf of conference delegates who are attending onsite at several hotels near the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Accommodation is subject to availability and will be allocated when a booking is received. To secure the conference accommodation rates, bookings should be made online as part of the registration process. The booking deadline is Monday 29 May 2023.Please indicate your estimated time of hotel arrival during the booking process. If you wish to guarantee your room is ready before the hotel check-in time it is recommended that you book and pay for the room for the evening prior to your arrival. Failure to advise your arrival time if arriving after 18:00 may mean that your room will be released.
Please notify your requests for changes or cancellation by email directly to the Conference Secretariat. Be aware each hotel has its own cancellation policy from 30 days prior to arrival ranging from one night cancellation fee to 100% cancellation fee depending on the date of cancellation. Please ensure you understand the policy for the hotel you are booking.
If you wish to extend your stay prior to or following the conference, please specify your requirements in the special instructions field during the accommodation booking process. Availability and rates will be checked with the hotel before your reservation is fully confirmed.
Please note that payment of accommodation is not taken at the time of completing an online conference registration, however a credit card is required at the time of booking to secure your room with the hotel. Between 30 and 14 days prior to arrival, hotels may charge this credit card for part or all of your accommodation charges. Please ensure you understand each hotel’s payment policy.
Recommended Hotels
| Hotel | Room type | Bedding configuration | Room rate (per night) | Breakfast rate | Walk to venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rydges South Bank | Standard room | One queen | TBA | TBA | 1 min |
| Arena Apartments | 1 bedroom apartment | One queen | $249 | N/A | 3 min |
| Ivy & Eve Apartments | 1 bedroom apartment | One queen | $249 | N/A | 5 min |
| Mantra Southbank | Studio apartment | One king | $255 | TBA | 3 min |
| Ibis Styles Brisbane | Superior City view room | One queen | $150 | $20 | 14 min |
Accommodation venues
Rydges South Bank
9 Glenelg Street, South Bank
Rydges South Bank is conveniently located beside the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, joined by a walkway. Downtown Brisbane, Treasury Casino and the Queen Street Mall are an easy 10 minute stroll away. The hotel features 3 restaurants, an outdoor pool and a fitness centre and a bar/lounge, a poolside bar and a coffee shop/café are on-site.
From AUD$TBA per night. Breakfast is available for $35 per person, per day.
Standard queen
These rooms have one queen size bed – many with views over Mount Coot-tha. The rooms include free Wi-Fi, 48-inch HD LCD LED Televisions, latest movies on demand, Apple TV/ Screen sharing and relevant kitchen facilities and appliances.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Onsite, undercover valet parking available for $45 per night.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
The Hotel will charge 80% accommodation fees 30 days prior to arrival. The remaining balance will be taken 14 days prior to arrival.
A service fee of 1.5% will be charged for all payments made using a credit or debit card.
Standard cancellation policy
Bookings cancelled up to 30 days prior to arrival: No penalty applies
Bookings cancelled between 30 to 14 days prior to arrival: Cancellation fee equal to 1 night for every confirmed booking cancelled will apply
Bookings cancelled within 14 days of arrival: All rooms cancelled or no shows will be charged at the agreed rate for number of nights cancelled
Arena Apartments
9 Edmondstone Street, South Bank
At Arena Apartments you’ll be a short stroll to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Each modern apartment is soundproofed, fully self-contained and features free Wi-Fi, a separate lounge area, full chefs’ kitchen, laundry facilities and a private balcony. Highlights at this property include an outdoor swimming pool, and in-room kitchens and washers/dryers. Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 4-star South Brisbane property include South Bank Parklands and Queen Street Mall.
From AUD$249 per night.
One bedroom, one bathroom
Our one bedroom apartments are fully self-contained, featuring a separate lounge area, full chefs’ kitchen, laundry facilities and a private balcony.
Two bedroom, two bathroom
Our two bedroom apartments are fully self-contained and contain a combination of Queen, King or Single Bedding.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Car parking for one vehicle per apartment complimentary.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
One night deposit will be charged at 30 days prior to arrival. The final balance of accommodation is to be paid upon check-in. All incidental charges incurred during your stay must be settled upon check-out.
No fee for any cancellations or amendments made 30 days prior to arrival. Reservation amendments can be made for arrival & departure dates however may incur a fee if within cancellation period. If there is a cancellation within 30 days a fee of one nights’ accommodation is payable per room cancelled. No shows will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.
Ivy & Eve Apartments
22/28 Merivale Street, South Brisbane
Ivy & Eve Apartments is within a prime location in the heart of South Brisbane and just a short walk to Brisbane’s entertainment and exhibition precinct. The level 5 resort style accommodation includes a recreation and relaxation deck including an outdoor cinema, gymnasium and yoga room. The glass edge swimming pool and heated spa is complimented by an impressive sun deck. The fully self-contained apartments boasts well-appointed, fully equipped kitchens, laundry facilities and balcony.
From AUD$249 per night.
One bedroom, one bathroom
The apartments boast well-appointed, fully equipped kitchens, including full size fridges, gas stovetops and large ovens.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Car parking for one vehicle per apartment complimentary.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
One night deposit will be charged at 30 days prior to arrival. The final balance of accommodation is to be paid upon check-in. All incidental charges incurred during your stay must be settled upon check-out.
No fee for any cancellations or amendments made 30 days prior to arrival. Reservation amendments can be made for arrival & departure dates however may incur a fee if within cancellation period. If there is a cancellation within 30 days a fee of one nights’ accommodation is payable per room cancelled. No shows will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.
Mantra South Bank
161 Grey Street, South Bank
Mantra South Bank offers prime position being adjacent to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. It is located within one of Brisbane’s leading cultural precincts, only a few minutes’ walk to QPAC, QAGOMA and South Bank Parklands. Facilities include an onsite restaurant, 20 metre heated lap pool, spa and fully equipped gymnasium.
From AUD$255 per night. Minimum three night stay.
Breakfast is available for $22 per person, per day.
Studio apartment
Your gallery style kitchenette features sleek granite bench tops and gives you the convenience of a microwave and sink. The Studio Apartment will suit your needs perfectly with mini bar and climate-controlled air-conditioning.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Car parking for one vehicle per apartment complimentary.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
The full balance of accommodation is to be paid upon check-in. All incidental charges incurred during your stay must be settled upon check-out.
All credit card payments will incur a surcharge:
MasterCard 1.1% | Visa 1.25% | Amex 3.35% | Diners /JCB 3.5% | Union Pay 2%
Standard cancellation policy
Any cancellations made between 30/06/2022 and 06/07/2022 will incur a cancellation fee if the booking is for three nights or less; one night cancellation fee will be charged. If the booking is for four nights or more; two nights fee will be charged. Cancellations within 7 days prior to arrival and no shows will be charged 100% cancellation fee.
Any cancellation fee will automatically be charged to the credit card provided for room guarantee. No show guests will be charged 100% cancellation fee for each no-show accommodation room.
Ibis Styles
40 Elizabeth Street, Brisbane City
This property is perfect for the budget or student traveller. Located across the river in Brisbane’s CBD, the Ibis Styles offers magnificent views of the Brisbane River and the South Bank cultural district.
From AUD$150 per night.
Breakfast is available for $20 per person, per day.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 11.00am.
Parking in Myer Center: AUD 38 Sunday to Thursday and AUD 20 Friday and Saturday (one entry / exit).
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
One night deposit will be charged at 30 days prior to arrival. The final balance of accommodation is to be paid upon check-in. All incidental charges incurred during your stay must be settled upon check-out.
Any cancellations within 14 days prior to arrival a 100% cancellation penalty equal to the total value of the accommodation is applicable. Any no shows will incur a 100% cancellation charge.
Hotel requires a security pre-authorisation of $50.00 per room from a credit card or a $100.00 cash deposit per room, per night from all guests checking into the hotel. Upon check out, any unused portion of the cash will be refunded to the guest and credit card pre-authorisations returned to the credit card (may take up to five [5] business days).