Accommodation

Conference Accommodation Bookings

Accommodation will be held at the following hotels. To access the conference rates, accommodation must be booked as part of your conference registration. We recommend you book at least 60 days prior to the conference as hotels require unsold rooms to be released at 90, 60 and 30 days prior. 

Within 30 days, you will need to contact all hotels directly to book accommodation, including checking availability and if the conference rates are still available.

Accommodation Bookings 

Conference attendees can book accommodation in our block bookings when registering for the conference. 

If you have already registered, your confirmation email will include a link to add an accommodation booking. Accommodation can only be booked by registered attendees. 

Booking Amendments 

All booking amendments need to be received in writing and emailed to mail@conferencedesign.com.au.

Cancellations 

Cancellations and no-shows are subject to the hotel’s cancellation policy. Each hotel policy varies, and late cancellations and no-shows may be charged for all the nights booked.  

Please check the individual cancellation policies listed with each hotel. Cancellations must be received in writing and emailed to mail@conferencedesign.com.au 

Accommodation Release – 30 Days 

Accommodation will be held until 30 days prior to the conference when all unsold rooms will be released. After this date, you will need to contact the hotels directly to see if the conference rates are still available and whether there is any availability. 

Accommodation Rates 

All rates are per room, per night and do not include breakfast, unless otherwise specified.

Please note that the contracted accommodation rates reflect the best available at the time of agreement and may not always be the cheapest rates available.

Extended Bookings 

Accommodation can be booked for the dates shown when booking. To extend accommodation bookings outside the available nights, please complete an accommodation booking and then email mail@conferencedesign.com.au requesting the additional nights. All additional nights are subject to availability and will be confirmed with the hotel. 

Payment 

When you book accommodation, you can select from the following payment options: 

  • Have the accommodation cost included on your registration invoice to pay via EFT or with credit card. 
  • Pay later by credit card. If paying later by credit card, please refer to each hotel’s payment policy for when your card will be charged by the hotel. 

All accommodation pre-payments made when registering will be forwarded to the selected hotel. Pre-payments must be received 45-days prior to the conference. 

All incidental expenses must be settled using a credit card upon check-out. 

Third-Party Credit Cards 

If you wish to pay using a third-party credit card, for example a work card you will not have with you on check-out, you will need complete a Credit Card Authorisation form before you arrive. Please contact Conference Design at mail@conferencedesign.com.au if you wish to complete a Credit Card Authorisation form. The completed form will then be forwarded to the hotel. 

Credit Card Guarantees 

Credit card details must be provided for all bookings and will be forwarded to the hotel to guarantee the booking. 

Early Check-in Requests 

Early check-in and late check-out requests are subject to availability on the day and cannot be confirmed by Conference Design. Requests for early check-in can be entered in the “Special Requests” field of your booking. The hotel will endeavour to accommodate requests on the day. Please enquire about the status of your request at the front desk upon check-in. 

Accommodation Option – Book When Registering

Dorsett Gold Coast

5 The Darling Avenue, Broadbeach, Australia
10-minute walk to the venue.

Located in Broadbeach, Dorsett Gold Coast is adjacent to the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre and just 30 minutes from the airport.

Room Rates:

  • RoH Room – $289 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee.

The Star Gold Coast

1 Casino Drive, Broadbeach, Australia
8-minute walk to the venue.

Offering opulent furnishings, comtemporary fine art, and a resort-style indoor/outdoor pool and fitness centre. The Star offers 309 deluxe rooms, a health club, and a world-class casino.

Room Rates:

  • Superior Deluxe King Room – $309 – 409 AUD per night
  • Superior Deluxe Twin Room – $309 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the confirmed booking.

Crowne Plaza Surfers Paradise

2807 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, Australia
17-minute walk to the venue.

Towering over the Surfers Paradise coastliine, the hotel offers a range of flexible accommodation options including guest rooms, suites and self contained studios, with private balconies, and views.

Room Rates:

  • RoH Guestroom – $200 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations made within 8-30 days before arrival will incur one-night accommodation fee.
  • Cancellations within 7 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the confirmed booking.

Avani Broadbeach Residence

2663 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, Australia
7-minute walk to the venue

These apartments offer a chef hat-awarded restaurant, beach bar and diner. 30 minutes to Gold Coast Airport , 500 m to the beach, and offer a range of apartment options.

Room Rates:

  • 1 Bedroom Apartment – $259 AUD per night
  • 2 Bedroom Apartment – $419 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations up to 30 days prior to arrival: no penalty applies
  • Cancellations between 29 to 14 days prior to arrival: Cancellation fee equal to 1 night.
  • Cancellations within 14 days of arrival: Charged at the agreed rate for number of nights cancelled.

Peppers Broadbeach

21 Elizabeth Avenue, Broadbeach, Australia
10-minute walk to the venue.

The sculpted towers of Peppers Broadbeach soar above the Gold Coast city skyiine with panoramic views to the Pacific Ocean and Gold Coast Hinterland. Located just 10 minutes walk from the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre, the property offers one,two and three bedroom apartments with generous living spaces. Services include WiFi, outdoor spa, lap pool and gym and parking.

Room Rates:

  • 1 Bedroom Suite – $405 AUD per night
  • 1 Bedroom Ocean Suite – $480 AUD per night
  • 2 Bedroom Suite – $510 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations made within 15-30 days before arrival will incur: one-night accommodation fee if 3 or less nights have been booked or two-night fee if 4 or more nights have been booked.
  • Cancellations within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the confirmed booking.

Mantra Broadbeach on the Park

2685 Gold Coast Highway, Broadbeach, Australia
7-minute walk to the venue.

Mantra Broadbeach is perfectly located within walking distance to the pristine Kurrawa Beach, The Star Gold Coast and the Pacific Fair shopping centre. Accommodation comprises contemporary one, two and three bedroom apartments with spa, kitchen and separate lounge.

Room Rates:

  • 1 Bedroom – $295 AUD per night
  • 2 Bedroom – $390 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations made within 15-30 days before arrival will incur: one-night accommodation fee if 3 or less nights have been booked or two-night fee if 4 or more nights have been booked.
  • Cancellations within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the confirmed booking.

Mantra Sierra Grand Broadbeach

22 Surf Parade, Broadbeach, Australia
14-minute walk to the venue.

Offering Hinterland and city views, rooms feature private balcony, air conditioning, full kitchen and laundry.

Room Rates:

  • 1 Bedroom – $360 AUD per night
  • 2 Bedroom – $515 AUD per night

Cancellation Policy:

  • Cancellations made within 15-30 days before arrival will incur: one-night accommodation fee if 3 or less nights have been booked or two-night fee if 4 or more nights have been booked.
  • Cancellations within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equal to 100% of the confirmed booking.
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