Accommodation
Accommodation bookings have now closed.
All new booking must now be made with the hotels directly.
| Hotel | Walking distance to Conference Venue | Room Type |
|---|---|---|
| Rydges on Swanston 4.5* 701 Swanston Street Carlton VIC 3053 |
8 Min | Executive Queen |
| Quest Carlton Clocktower 4* 255 Drummond Street Carlton VIC 3053 |
15 Min | One Bedroom Apartment |
| Vibe Hotel Carlton 3.5* 441 Royal Parade Parkville VIC 3052 |
20 min | Standard Room ( King or two single beds) |
| Trinity College Royal Parade Parkville VIC 3052 |
Conference Venue | All rooms are single student rooms. Bathroom facilities are communal |
Please see the map on the Venue & Surrounds page to view location or visit the hotel's own websites to view facilities.
Deposits
Rooms are being held by the Conference Organisers on behalf of the delegates until Wednesday 7th December 2011. All hotel accommodation bookings must be accompanied by a minimum one night's rate in order to secure the reservation.
The Conference Organisers will accept accommodation deposits up until Wednesday 7th December 2011 and will settle the deposits with the hotel. Deposits will be forwarded by the Conference Office to the hotel we have booked on your behalf.
Delegates must settle the balance of their account and any incidentals upon check out. The deposit for the first night is non-refundable if the reservation is cancelled on or after Wednesday 7th December 2011, or if you do not arrive on the date specified in your booking documentation.
Payment
The rates per room per night are inclusive of Goods and Services Tax (GST), which is charged by the hotel on checkout. The credit card details will also be used to pay for all room nights if you cancel within 15 days or do not show up.
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation before Wednesday 7th December 2011:The deposit for the first night is refunded, less a $25 cancellation fee, if the reservation is cancelled before Wednesday 7th December 2011.
Cancellation on or after Wednesday 7th December 2011:The deposit for the first night is not refunded if the reservation is cancelled on or after Wednesday 7th December 2011 at all hotels.
Cancellation 15 – 0 days prior to arrival date: All rooms cancelled 15-1 days prior to arrival will incur 100% cancellation fee. That is, all rooms will be charged at the full accommodation rate for the duration of the booking.
No shows: No shows will be charged at the full accommodation rate for the duration of the booking.
Early/late arrival
Most hotels allow you to check in from 3pm. If you wish to check in earlier, additional charges may apply. If you will be arriving after 6pm, please notify the Conference Office. Failure to advise late arrival may result in your room being released.
Change of booking
Prior to Wednesday 7th December 2011, changes to bookings must be forwarded in writing to the Conference Office. After this date all changes must be directed to the hotel.