ACCOMMODATION

The establishments listed below are within a tram ride, walking distance or shuttle bus trip of The University of Melbourne. Conference participants are requested to make their own reservations. Arrangements have been made for special rates for delegates. Please indicate that you are attending the Conference when dealing directly with any of these hotels to obtain discounted rates. All prices in Australian Dollars. [To increase the font size on this page, use the View menu and select Text Size].

Please note: Rydges Carlton Hotel is the preferred hotel for PRRES Conference Delegates, Invited Speakers and Committee Members.

Rydges Carlton Hotel is located at 701 Swanston Street, Carlton. There are other Rydges Hotel's in Melbourne, please be sure that you arrive at the correct location.

RYDGES CARLTON HOTEL MELBOURNE

Rydges Carlton Melbourne is a 5 minute walk to The University of Melbourne and 10 minutes to the city. Views across the scenic Lincoln Square gardens to the city skyline are testimony to the convenience of Rydges Carlton to the Melbourne CBD.
Hotel facilities include a Restaurant, Bar, affiliated Gym, Baby Sitting, Complimentary Parking, Heated pool, Sauna and BBQ in rooftop recreation area.

Rydges Carlton Melbourne offers the special conference rate of A$135** per room per night or A$147** with breakfast. When making your reservation please ensure to use the conference name to receive the conference rate. To obtain your Rydges Carlton Hotel Melbourne reservation form click here, once you have completed the reservation form fax or post direct to Rydges.

** Prices subject to availablity and excluding special events. Some restrictions may apply
**Reservations not received by December 24th 2004 are guaranteed neither rate nor availability.

701 Swanston Street,
Carlton, Victoria, 3053, Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9347 7811
Fax: +61 3 9347 8225
Free Call:1800 333 001
Email: reservations_carlton@rydges.com
Website: www.rydges.com/carlton

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RYDGES ON BELL PRESTON

Situated in the relaxing northern suburbs and only 10km from the CBD, Rydges On Bell Preston offers an exquisite setting with an international standard of conference and leisure facilities.

The hotel offers landscaped gardens, recreational facilities, gym, sauna, outdoor pool and roof top heated spa with city and mountain views which provides an ideal location for conference delegates as well as accompanying partners and families. Free parking available.

The hotel also provides a free shuttle bus - Monday to Friday directly to and from the city, picking up/dropping off at both Melbourne University and RMIT City Campus. Trip takes approx 25 minutes depending on traffic conditions. For shuttle bus timetables, please contact the hotel directly.

Rydges On Bell Preston offers a special conference rate of $115* Room only $130* Bed & Breakfast- single $145 * Bed & Breakfast- dbl/twin share basis.
*The above rates are subject to availability. Conditions apply. Valid January 10th 2005 until 31st December 2005.

When making your reservation please ensure to use the conference name to receive the conference rate. To obtain your Rydges On Bell Preston reservation form click here, once you have completed the reservation form fax or post direct to the hotel.

Address: 205 Bell Street Preston Vic 3072
Telephone:+61 3 9485 0100
Facsimilie: +61 3 9485 0180
Email: reservations_preston@rydges.com
Web: www.rydges.com/preston

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THE TRAVEL INN HOTEL

  • Comfortable & spacious rooms
  • Family Suites
  • Close to Melbourne's most beautiful parks and tourist attractions
  • Flemington Race Course and Melbourne University are close by
  • Lygon Street, Melbourne's Italian Quarter, is only a few metres away
  • Easy access from all major highways and close to public transport
  • Gratin on Grattan Restaurant & Bar
  • 24 hour reception
  • In-House video movies
  • Swimming pool and courtyard Undercover security parking

The Travel Inn Hotel offers the special conference rate of A$120.00** room only. Breakfast charged in addition @ $15 - $20.00 pp. Please click here for booking form.
** Prices subject to availablity and excluding special events. Some restrictions may apply
**Reservations not received by December 24th 2004 are guaranteed neither rate nor availability.

Cnr Grattan & Drummond Sts
Carlton, VIC, 3053 Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9347 7922
Fax: +61 3 9347 1424
Free call: 1800 625 357
Email: res@thetravelinn.com.au
Website: www.thetravelinn.com.au

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OAKFORD APARTMENTS

Oakford on Lygon offers cosmopolitan inner city living surrounded by the hustle and bustle of downtown Carlton. Enjoy authentic cuisine offered by a multitude of Mediterranean cafes and restaurants. Minutes from the conference venue, close to the central business district and 25km from Melbourne Airport. Hotel facilities include undercover parking (subject to availability), dry cleaning and weekly servicing (daily at a cost). Nightly rates vary according to room types:

Studio Apartments: A$118
One Bedroom Suite: Single A$128, Double A$128, Extra Bed A$30;
Two Bedroom Executive Suite: Apartment - 2 Queen Beds A$168, Apartment - 1 Queen Bed + 2 Single Beds A$168, Extra Bed A$30.
** Prices subject to availablity and excluding special events.

Address: 2 - 9 Finlay Place,
Carlton VIC 3053
Telephone: +61 3 8665 8893
Facsimile: +61 3 8665 8800
Free Call: 1800 881 118
Email: enquiry.melbourne@the-ascott.com

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MCKENZIE'S GUEST HOUSE

The recently renovated McKenzie's Guest House offers excellent bed and breakfast facilities, located a 5 minute walk from Campus. The House has mantained a quite but companionable atmosphere and is limited to 17 guests at any one time. Room sizes accommodate up to 4 guests per room, with shared bathroom facilities. There is a comfortable lounge, a fully equipped kitchen and an outdoor area at your disposal, as well as a public phone and laundry. Limited on-street parking is available.

A single room is only A$50 per night, twin share rooms are A$88 per night including GST. Please click here for the reservation form.

32 Degraves St
Parkville
off Royal Parade
Telephone: (03) 9347-2451
Fax: (03) 9347-5742
Email: traceydare@mckenziehouse.com.au
Web: www.mckenziehouse.com.au

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ST MARY'S COLLEGE

The University of Melbourne
Student Residential Accommodation

A$58 per night bed & Breakfast. To be paid in advance - see Registration form.

Welcome to St Mary's College, a residential College affiliated with the University of Melbourne. Situated in beautiful grounds on Swanston Street, the College is one kilometre from the city centre and a short distance to the restaurant area of Carlton. During the academic year, the College is home to students at the University of Melbourne and RMIT.

Accommodation: Guests are accommodated in single bedrooms which are carpeted, heated in winter and contain a wash basin. The communal bathrooms are designated Male and Female. Linen and towels are provided. Laundry and ironing facilities are provided; washing machines take a $1 coin and dryers operate at $1 per cycle.
Facilities: There is a Common Room which is available for guests in which to relax. Tea and coffee making facilities are available and a snack machine is nearby. Arrangements can be made at the Front Desk for guests to access the University Sports facilities. The Common Room is located on the ground floor of the Administration building.
Keys: Guests are issued with a room key and front door disc which also gives access to the back door via the car park. A charge of $25 is applicable for loss of these keys.
Telephones: A public telephone is located under the stairwell, outside the Library. Security: It is important that guests respect the security of the College. It is requested that bedrooms be kept locked at all times. During the night hours the night security officer is contactable and after his departure an after hours number is advised on the notice board in the foyer should an emergency arise.
Transport: The College is well served by trams to the city. The terminus is located on Swanston Street opposite the university. Such a tram route connects with other train and tram services within the metropolitan area. Taxis can be ordered at the Front Desk. Website: http://www.stmarys.unimelb.edu.au/

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MIAMI HOTEL MELBOURNE

The Miami Hotel Melbourne is located on Melbourne's CBD fringe, a 15-20 minute walk to the University of Melbourne. The local tram to the city stops at the corner of our street.

The Miami offers a range of affordable accommodation options. Superior and Standard rooms have private ensuite, TV, tea/coffee, compact fridge, phone, and clock radio. Superior rooms have air-conditioning. Economy rooms are a basic style, with shared bathrooms facilities. In the room they have washbasin, tea/coffee and phone with data port. Hotel facilities include 24-hour reception, guest lounge, breakfast dining room, internet kiosk, laundry & off-street parking.

The Miami Hotel Melbourne offers the special conference rate in a Superior Room of $93.75, a Standard Room
$86.25 or an Economy Room (shared facilities) $ 51.00 room only. Breakfast charged in addition @ $9.00 - $20.00 pp. Please click here for the reservation form

13 Hawke Street
West Melbourne, VIC 3003 Australia
Telephone: +61 3 9321 2444
Fax: +61 3 9328 1820
Free call: 1800 132 333
Email: desk@themiami.com.au
Website: www.themiami.com.au

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