Accommodation and Travel

Travel Information

To learn more about travelling to and getting around Melbourne, check out Travel and Destination Info | Melbourne Convention Bureau.

Things to do in Melbourne

Melbourne is a vibrant city with much to offer visitors. There are many great sites to visit that are close to the conference venue, including (but not limited to) the NGV International Art Gallery, the Melbourne Zoo, and the Royal Botanic Gardens!

Visit See and do, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia for a list of Melbourne's many places to visit. Melbourne has a thriving art and comedy scene, so if you're looking to attend a show or live event, check out What's On. The conference will be on during the Melbourne Fringe Festival, meaning there will be lots of events showcasing the artistic spirit of the city.

Places to Stay

Melbourne has many hotels and Airbnbs available close to the conference, particularly in the Central Business District (CBD), which is just south of the conference venue (Melbourne Connect).

If you are interested in renting an AirBnB, we recommend Airbnb Work.

MobileHCI24 has negotiated the following discounted rates for hotels near the conference. If you would like to take advantage of them, please contact the hotels using the codes provided.


Veriu Queen Victoria Market

Address: 91-111 Therry Street, Melbourne, VIC, 3000
Phone: +61 3 9100 4600
Email: qvm@veriu.com.au
Website: https://veriu.com.au/hotels/veriu-queen-victoria-market/

Guests can receive 15% off when staying in a Veriu Suite, Veriu Suite - Accessible, or Superior Veriu Suite when booking directly with Veriu.

To receive these rates, MobileHCI24 attendees should book directly through the Veriu website and use the code 'HCI24'. Attendees can also call the hotel on (03) 9100 4600 and quote 'Melbourne Convention Bureau' to access the discount.


Best Western Plus Travel Inn Hotel

Address: Corner of Grattan & Drummond Streets, Carlton, Melbourne, VIC 3053
Phone: +61 3 9347 7922
Email: res@travelinn.net.au
Website: http://www.thetravelinn.com.au

The following rates apply:

  • Queen Deluxe Rooms at $170/night Accommodation/Parking/WiFi only;
  • Queen Deluxe Rooms at $195/night Accommodation/Breakfast/Parking/WiFi only. Second guest is extra $25 for breakfast at $220 for 2 guests.
  • Family Rooms or Interconnecting room rates available on request.

To receive these rates, MobileHCI24 attendees should call 03 9347 7922 or email res@travelinn.net.au and quote #101655.


Mantra on Russell

Address: 222 Russell Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Phone: +61 3 9915 2500
Email: russell.res@mantra.com.au
Website: https://www.mantraonrussell.com.au/

Guests can receive 10% off rooms for bookings made between 19 Sep 2024 – 19 Oct 2024.

To receive these rates, MobileHCI 2024 attendees should follow these booking instructions:

  1. Visit: http://all.com
  2. Enter stay details, including Hotel Name or Destination, Check in & Check out dates and Room/Guest details
  3. Click on the "More Options" drop down
  4. Under "Other special rates and promo code" select "promo code" and enter the promo code 'HCI24' as above (case sensitive) and hit "search"
  5. Discounted rates will be indicated by the red "Special Offer" banner
  6. Select the hotel and room type you wish to book and hit Continue to proceed to payment screen
  7. Fill in all required details to confirm your booking and hit Confirm
  8. You will receive an email confirmation once all details have been processed

Once booking is confirmed, it can be accessed via My Bookings on the same website or app by logging in using the Reservation number on your confirmation and the Surname on the booking.


ibis Melbourne

Address: 15-21 Therry Street, Melbourne, VIC 3000
Phone: +61 2 9160 9440
Email: H1564@accor.com
Website: https://all.accor.com/hotel/1564/index.en.shtml

Guests can receive 15% off the best unrestricted rate.

To receive these rates, MobileHCI24 attendees should book their room by using this dedicated booking link, in which the discount is already applied: Book ibis Melbourne with discount

ibis Melbourne


Novotel Melbourne South Wharf

Address: 7 Convention Centre Place, 3006 South Wharf, Australia
Phone: +61 3 9058 0428
Email: hb064@accor.com
Website: https://all.accor.com/hotel/B064/index.en.shtml

Guests can receive a special business offer when staying at Novotel Melbourne South Wharf.

To access this offer, MobileHCI 2024 attendees should visit: Book Novotel Melbourne South Wharf with discount. Enter the client code "SCP4408385" and the access code "UN531AU214".

Attendees can direct any enquiries to hb064@accor.com.

Getting a Visa

Please find all relevant information about visa procedures on the Australian Government Department of Home Affairs website (https://immi.homeaffairs.gov.au/visas/getting-a-visa/visa-listing). If you require a visa support letter, ACM is here to help. You need to fill in the online request form (https://supportletters.acm.org/). Please note that this process can take 10 business days to complete.