Accommodation Bookings

The Conference Secretariat can coordinate your accommodation requirements in Melbourne. Attractive rates have been negotiated for IFORS 2011 delegates and a range of accommodation options are on offer near the conference venue. The following hotels can be booked via the registration form. All rates quoted are per room per night, inclusive of GST and do not include breakfast unless otherwise stated.

Hilton South Wharf

2 Convention Centre Place, South Wharf

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 2 minutes

The Hilton Melbourne South Wharf overlooks the Yarra River and is the only hotel adjoining the Melbourne Convention Centre. Set in the heart of South Wharf, an area set to become Melbourne's newest business and dining precinct, the stylish Hilton Melbourne South Wharf hotel is located conveniently close to the airport and the cosmopolitan city centre. As the only hotel with direct access to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, guests attending a meeting or conference will be able to walk directly to MCEC's modern conference and event facilities from within the hotel. Relax with business associates after a conference in the light and airy Executive Lounge, which seems to 'float' over the Yarra. The Hilton Melbourne South Wharf hotel is 100% non-smoking.

Crown Metropol

Corner Whiteman and Clarendon Streets, Southbank

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 5 minutes

Experience contemporary luxury in its purest form at Melbourne's new Crown Metropol hotel. Your senses will be heightened with the many special touches that make every stay both relaxing and memorable. Crown Metropol is conveniently located adjacent to the Crown Entertainment Complex, Crown Towers hotel and Crown Promenade Hotel. Melbourne's vibrant Southbank precinct, Docklands, the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre and Docklands are just a short walk away.

Crown Promenade

Corner Whiteman and Queensbridge Streets, Southbank

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 6 minutes

Designed to be functional and for relaxation its spacious guest-rooms average 34 square metres and provide panoramic views of the city, Yarra River or Port Phillip Bay. Every room features quality furnishings and original artwork by local artists. The Crown Promenade Hotel is located in the heart of the action - Melbourne's vibrant Southbank entertainment precinct - and is close to the CBD, the Melbourne Exhibition Centre many of the city's most famous arts, leisure and sporting facilities.

Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne

630 Little Collins Street, Melbourne

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 8 Minutes

Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne combines the grandeur of an art deco heritage building with its beautiful façade with the zest of the Vibe brand. This propertty is located opposite Southern Cross Station and a couple of blocks from the hub of CBD. With a tram on your doorstep, you have easy access to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne offers a restaurant, bar, fully equipped gymnasium and 162 rooms of unrivalled quality with all the modern amenities you would expect.

Travelodge Docklands

66 Aurora Lane, Docklands

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 5 Minutes

Travelodge Docklands recently opened in February 2010 and is located right in the new Docklands waterfront precinct in the heart of Melbourne. Travelodge Docklands provides the perfect base for you to explore all of Melbourne's exciting attractions including the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre, the Melbourne Cricket Ground, Melbourne Aquarium and Rod Laver Arena.

Medina Executive Apartments Northbank

550 Flinders Street, Melbourne

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 10 Minutes

Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne combines the grandeur of an art deco heritage building with its beautiful façade with the zest of the Vibe brand. This propertty is located opposite Southern Cross Station and a couple of blocks from the hub of CBD. With a tram on your doorstep, you have easy access to Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre. The Vibe Savoy Hotel Melbourne offers a restaurant, bar, fully equipped gymnasium and 162 rooms of unrivalled quality with all the modern amenities you would expect.

Quest Docklands Apartments

750 Bourke Street, Docklands

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 10 Minutes

Quest Docklands has been purpose built to accommodate both the corporate and leisure traveller, featuring 133 serviced apartments, Quest Docklands will be the largest serviced apartment business in the Docklands Precinct.

Metro Apartments On Bank Place

18 Bank Place, Melbourne

Walking Distance from Convention Centre – 20 Minutes

Located in a unique Victorian building complete with rough-hewn bluestone facade, these boutique apartments set a new benchmark for chic and affordable city-central accommodation. Metro Apartments Melbourne is all about understated class and all the simple lifestyle comforts that make a home away from home. Bustling by day and alive with al fresco dining by night, the location is like a little slice of Paris within metres of Melbourne's funkiest hot spots providing travellers the chance to experience the vibrant soul of Melbourne.

Budget Accommodation

Please note there are a number of budget and student accommodation available in Melbourne. A couple of options are listed here. Please feel free to contact them directly for available daily room rates and for bookings.