Accommodation
Exclusive discounted accommodation rates for APSA attendees
A limited number of rooms have been reserved on behalf of APSA conference delegates at a number of hotels; Zagames House, The Eminence Apartments, Mantra on Russell and Novotel Melbourne Central until Thursday 10 December 2026.
Accommodation has been reserved from Saturday 5 – Thursday 10 December 2026, with rooms allocated on a first-come, first-served basis and subject to availability.
To ensure you benefit from these special conference accommodation rates, please make your reservations online as part of the registration process. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay at these premier hotels at a reduced rate!
Please notify your request for changes or cancellation directly to the conference organiser. Each accommodation venue has its own cancellation policy, ranging from a one night cancellation fee to 100% cancellation fee depending on the date of cancellation. Please ensure you understand the cancellation policy for the accommodation venue you are booking.
Upon booking accommodation, please indicate your estimated time of arrival. If you wish to check-in before the official check-in time, it is recommended that you book and pay for the room for the evening prior to your arrival. Failure to advise your arrival time if arriving after 18:00 may mean that your room will be released and you will be charged a no-show fee.
If you wish to extend your stay prior to or following the conference, please specify your requirements in the ‘additional nights required’ field during the accommodation booking process. Availability and rates will be checked with the accommodation venue before your reservation is fully confirmed.
Please note that payment of accommodation is not taken at time of registration, however a credit card is required at the time of booking to secure your room with the hotel. If you won’t have the credit card at check in time because it is your workplace card or it is not in your name, you will need to complete a credit card authorisation form. Please email the conference organisers at apsa@expertevents.com.au to request this form.
From 30 days prior to arrival, hotels will charge this credit card for all your accommodation charges. Please ensure you understand each hotel’s payment policy (outlined below).
Properties and rates
| Hotel | Room type | Room rate (per night) | Breakfast rate | Walk to venue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Novotel Melbourne Central | Standard King | $230 | $25 | 9 min (0.60km) |
| Mantra on Russell | 1 Bedroom Studio Apartment | $240 | $28 | 6 min (0.45km) |
| Zagames House | Urban King | Sat: $325 Sun - Thur: $265 | $30 | 5 min (0.29km) |
| The Eminence Apartments | 1 Bedroom Apartment | $229 | N/A | 5 min (0.35km) |
Accommodation venues
Novotel Melbourne Central
399 Little Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Located in the heart of the Melbourne CBD, next to Hardware Lane, Novotel Melbourne Central is a short stroll to Melbourne’s shopping precincts including Melbourne Central and Emporium, with easy access to Docklands and Southbank by a short free tram ride.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 11.00am.
Valet parking is available on request with the hotel and will incur a charge.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
Guest’ credit card details will be charged a one (1) night deposit at 30 days, with the balance for the full stay charged at 15 days prior to the event.
Credit card service fee: All credit card transactions will incur a 1.4% surcharge includes GST.
- Cancellations must be advised in writing via email to apsa@expertevents.com.au.
- Bookings cancelled within 30 – 15 days prior to arrival will be charged a cancellation fee of full prepayment of the stay.
- Bookings cancelled within 15 days or less prior to arrival: All rooms cancelled or no shows will be charged at the agreed rate for number of nights cancelled (100% cancellation fee).
Mantra on Russell
222 Russell St, Melbourne VIC 3000
Mantra on Russell is within close proximity to all of Melbourne’s premium attractions including boutique shopping, famous eat streets and a superb array of cafes and bars, theaters, sporting venues and cultural experiences. Mantra on Russell exudes old world charm with a winding lobby staircase and is conveniently located just minutes walk from Melbourne’s greatest attractions and best shopping.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Self-Car parking is available at an additional cost of $35.00 per vehicle, per day (subject to availability).
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
The full balance of the stay will be paid upon check-in.
Credit card service fee: Payments made by credit card will incur a surcharge:
MasterCard 1.1% | Visa 1.1% | Amex 1.1%
- Cancellations must be advised in writing via email to apsa@expertevents.com.au.
Bookings cancelled within 30 days prior to arrival: One (1) night fee Will be charged for each cancelled accommodation room if the booking is for three (3) nights or less ~ or ~ two (2) nights fee will be charged for each cancelled accommodation room if the booking is for four (4) nights or more.
Bookings cancelled within 14 days prior to arrival will be charged for 100% of the booking
Zagames House
66 Lygon Street, Carlton, Melbourne, VIC 3053
This trendy boutique hotel is a 14-minute walk from Queen Victoria Market, 8 minutes away on foot from the Melbourne Museum and a 4-minute walk from the nearest tram stop. Zagame’s House offers a unique hotel experience in Melbourne’s CBD.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 11.00am.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
Full payment of the duration of the stay will be taken upon check in.
Credit card service fee: Credit card payments may incur a surcharge.
- Cancellations must be advised in writing via email to apsa@expertevents.com.au.
- Bookings cancelled within 2 days prior to arrival: All rooms cancelled or no shows will be charged at the agreed rate for number of nights cancelled (100% cancellation fee).
The Eminence Apartments
145 Queensberry St, Carlton VIC 3053
The Emience is surrounded by many of Melbourne’s best resturants, bakehouses, and ultra-hip delicatessens and cafe’s. These luxury apartments in Carlton, Melbourne is perfectly positioned withing walking distance of the city’s CBD.
Check-in is available from 2.00pm. Check-out is prior to 10.00am.
Limited car parking is available. Pre-booking is required.
The hotel provides complimentary Wi-Fi to all guests.
Guest’ credit cards will be charged for the full stay at 30 days prior to arrival.
Credit card service fee: Credit card payments may incur a surcharge.
- Cancellations must be advised in writing via email to apsa@expertevents.com.au.
- Bookings cancelled within 30 days prior to arrival and no shows will be charged a 100% cancellation fee.