Accommodation

The Conference Secretariat has arranged special rates at a number of hotels around Darling Harbour and the Sydney precinct.  An accommodation map will show the location of each hotel in reference to the Conference venue with many within walking distance.

Click here to download the accommodation map.

The following hotels are the official hotels for the Conference.  Your accommodation can be booked as part of your online Registration Form.  All accommodation bookings must be received no later than 25 May 2007.

 

STAR CITY HOTEL
80 Pyrmont Street Pyrmont NSW 2009

Star City offers first class luxury accommodation and all the action and excitement of Sydney's premier entertainment venue. Whether it's business or pleasure, their superb range of facilities & professional service will ensure your stay is truly enjoyable. The range of self-contained and serviced apartments offer a home-away-from home. Experience all the luxury of a 5 star hotel with added comfort and conveniences for long or short-term stays. Ideal for families, business trips or a night away with your friends. All rooms include 24 hour room service, fully contained kitchen, internal laundry, individually controlled air-conditioning and central heating, marble bathrooms, balcony, alarm clock, colour TV with cable TV channels, pay per view movies, International Direct Dial phone, personalised voice mail, separate fax/data line, mini bar, refrigerator, tea & coffee making facilities and hair dryer. Non-smoking rooms and floors available.

15 min walk to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

Pyrmont View Room $240 per room per night
Harbour View Room $265 per room per night
2 Bedroom City View Apartments $340 per night

 

NOVOTEL ROCKFORD DARLING HARBOUR
17 Little Pier Street, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

Novotel Rockford is at the Chinatown end of Darling Harbour, within walking distance of the city, the Sydney Entertainment Centre and the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre. Guests are minutes away from the many shops and restaurants of Darling Harbour, Cockle Bay and King Street Wharf, while the nearby monorail and light rail offers easy access to other attractions.

Superior King Room $199 per room per night
Superior Twin Room $199 per room per night
 
10 min walk to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

 

NOVOTEL DARLING HARBOUR
100 Murray Street, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

An undercover walkway links the Novotel to Harbourside shopping centre with a Monorail
stop close by linking you to major city attractions and a short stroll to the Convention Centre.
Features a fully equipped gym, swimming pool, sauna and a full size day / night tennis court,
plus outdoor swimming pool. The lobby’s Cocktail Bar boasts stunning views of the Sydney
skyline.

Pyrmont View Room $229 per room per night
Harbour View Room $249 per room per night
 
3 min walk to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

 

HOTEL IBIS DARLING HARBOUR
70  Murray Street, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

Located in the heart of Darling Harbour it is a short stroll to Star City. The combination of
spectacular views of the Sydney skyline, value for money and a high standard of service makes
this 3 star property unique.

Pyrmont View Room $165 per room per night
Harbour View Room $175 per room per night
 
3 min walk to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

 

GRAND MERCURE APARTMENTS DARLING HARBOUR
50  Murray Street, Darling Harbour NSW 2000

The luxury Grand Mercure Apartments is located in the heart of Darling Harbour, within easy walking distance to Star City Casino, Sydney Aquarium, Maritime Museum and the Harbourside shopping complex. Adjacent to sister hotels Novotel and Ibis, the apartments boast views across Sydney to the north, east and west.

Each apartment includes a spacious lounge and dining area with an entertainment unit, including a CD stereo system and TV/VCR. They feature fully equipped kitchens with state-of-the-art appliances, two beautifully appointed bathrooms, an internal laundry, and a private balcony. Hotel facilites include an indoor rooftop swimming pool, spa, sauna and gymnasium, which opens onto a spectacular exercise deck with sweeping views across Sydney. Guests have a choice of dining at the Novotel or the Ibis Darling Harbour with full charge back facilities.

2 Bedroom Pyrmont View Room $299 per room per night
2 Bedroom  Harbour View Room $399 per room per night
 
5 min walk to the Sydney Convention and Exhibition Centre

Suggested Budget Accommodation

All budget accommodation must be booked directly with the hotel and not via the Conference Secretariat.

Wakeup! Sydney Central
509 Pitt Street, Sydney, Australia
Phone: +61 2 9288 7888
Fax: +61 2 9288 7889
Website: www.wakeup.com.au

The Woolbrokers Darling Harbour
22 Allen Street
Pyrmont 2009 NSW
Phone: +61 2 9552 4773
Fax: +61 2 9552 4771
Website: members.ozemail.com.au/~woolbrokers

The Vulcan Hotel
500 Wattle Street
Ultimo 2007 NSW
Phone: +61 2 9211 3283
Fax: +61 2 9212 7439
Website: www.vulcanhotel.com.au

Pacific International Hotel
717 George Street
Sydney NSW 2000
Phone: +61 2 9289 4400
Fax: +61 2 9281 5118
Website: www.pacificinthotels.com

Amendments or Cancellations
All amendments or cancellations to your accommodation booking must be made with the Conference Secretariat and not directly to the hotel.  All amendments or cancellations must be made in writing.  Cancellations received after 25 May will not be refunded their accommodation deposit.

Deposits
All accommodation bookings must be accompanied with a deposit the equivalent of one night’s tariff.  This deposit will be forwarded on your behalf by the Conference Secretariat to the relevant hotel and used to confirm your accommodation booking.  No bookings will be confirmed by the Conference Secretariat until one night’s deposit has been received.  Each delegate must settle the remainder of their accommodation upon check-out.

Early Arrivals
Standard hotel check in time in Australia is 1400.  If you will be arriving earlier than 1400 and require your room upon arrival to the hotel, you may be required to book your room the night prior to ensure immediate occupancy.  You will be required to pay an additional night’s tariff should you wish to guarantee your room.  Please advise the Conference Secretariat on your registration form if you are pre-booking your room for the night prior to your arrival so that your hotel can be informed.

Late Arrivals
If you will be arriving to your hotel after 1700, please advise the Conference Secretariat on your registration form so that your hotel can be informed.  If you do not alert the Conference Secretariat to your late arrival, the hotel may release your reservation.

Change of Booking
Any change in booking must be made in writing to the Conference Secretariat and NOT directly to the hotel.

Group Accommodation Bookings
The Conference Secretariat offers organisations the opportunity to arrange rooms for groups attending the Conference. For further information, please email the following details to the Conference Secretariat on info@grg18.com / info@amaldi7.com  or call + 61 2 9518 7722:

• Preferred Hotel
• Number of rooms required
• Check In and Check Out dates
• Organisation
• Contact Name
• Contact phone, fax and email address

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