SPEECH SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 2002 CONFERENCE

Tuesday 3rd December to Thursday 5th December 2002

Accommodation

The establishments listed below are within a Tram ride or walking distance of the University of Melbourne. Conference participants are requested to make their own reservations. Arrangement 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.

BUDGET ACCOMMODATION

St Mary's College

The University of Melbourne

Student Residential Accommodation $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/

 

Additional Accommodation Options

 

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 $130 Australian Dollars per room per night. 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.

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

HOTEL SOFITEL

Hotel Sofitel Melbourne is in the heart of the commercial business district, located at the top of Collins Street. The hotel's luxuriously appointed rooms start on the 36th level, offering floor to ceiling windows with views over Melbourne's parks and gardens. Hotel facilities include two restaurants, two bars, coffee shop, health club, Whirl Pool and Car Park.

Hotel Sofitel Melbourne offers the special conference rate of $240 per night plus 10% sales Tax $24 = $264 Australian Dollars per night, room only.

25 Collins Street, Melbourne, Victoria, 3000, Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9653 7730

Fax: + 61 3 9653 7731

Email: reservations@sofitelmelbourne.com.au

Website address: http://www.sofitelmelbourne.com.au

SHERATON TOWERS SOUTHGATE

Sheraton Towers Southgate is the centrepiece of Melbourne's Southbank development. Guest at this magnificent residential quality hotel can enjoy views over the river promenade, to the Central Business District. Four superb, restaurants and bars make the hotel an exciting addition to the Melbourne restaurant scene.

Sheraton Towers Southgate offers the special conference rate of $281 Australian Dollars per room per night including GST. Reservations can be requested via the website.

1 Southgate Avenue, South Bank, Melbourne, Victora 3006, Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9696 3100

Fax: +61 3 9690 6581

Email: sts@ozonline.com.au

Website address:

http://www.sheraton-towers.com.au

CHIFLEY ON FLEMINGTON

Chifley on Flemington gives a historic feeling with it's bluestone courtyard, fountain, gardens and wrought iron. Located with in walking distance of the City and The University of Melbourne.

Hotel facilities include Restaurant, Bar, Courtyard Coffee Shop, Gym, Heated pool, and Suana.

Chifley on Flemington offers the special conference rate of $155 per night plus 10% sales Tax $15.50 = $170.50 Australian Dollars per night, room only.

5-17 Flemington Road, North Melbourne, Victoria, 3051, Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9329 9344

Fax: +61 3 9328 4870

Free Call: 1800 065 064

Email: flemington@chifleyhotels.com

Website: http://www.touraust.com.au/mel.html

 

ELIZABETH TOWER HOTEL

The suites and rooms of Elizabeth Tower...100 in total... offer all the comforts and conveniences you would expect of our three star Hotel. All suites and rooms have reverse cycle air conditioning, colour TV, AM/FM clock radios, ISD/STD direct dial telephones, refrigerator, mini bar, coffee and tea making facilities, bath and shower, a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries.

Elizabeth Towers offers standard rooms from $125 a night for single, twin or double rooms. A Buffet Breakfast is available for $12.50 per person or a Cooked Breakfast for $17.50 per person. These amounts include the 10% goods and services tax.

792 Elizabeth Street, Melbourne, Victoria 3000

Telephone: +61 3 9347 9211

Fax: +61 3 9347 0396

Freecall: 1800 804 202

Website: http://www.oztravel.com.au/travel_mall/hotels/Elizabeth_TowerMelbour.html

Arden Motel, Melbourne

Located in a quite area within a 12 minute walk or a short tram ride from The University of Melbourne the Arden Motel has limited rooms available during the conference.

15 Arden Street, North Melbourne, Victoria, 3051, Australia

Telephone: +61 3 9329 7211

Fax: +61 3 9329 5574

$83 - double room per night

$86 - larger, double room per night

PuntHill Serviced Apartments

Our Flinders Lane property is 41/2 stars. Offering a selection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments. Each apartment has a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, separate living area and bedroom/s. Flinders lane also has an onsite café serving Breakfast and lunch daily and 24 hour reception.

FLINDERS LANE (4 1/2 star) -

Studio Apartment 1-2 person $137.00 $126.00
One Bedroom Apartment 1-2 $159.00 $147.00
Two Bedroom Apartments 1-4 $188.00 $175.00

267 Flinders Lane,
Melbourne 3000
Tel: (03) 9650 1299
Fax: (03 9650 4409
Mob: 0419 374 273
Website: www.punthill-apartments.com.au

Our North Melbourne property is located on Flemington Rd, 1km walk from Melbourne University. Punt Hill North Melbourne offers one and two bedroom apartments all with fully equipped kitchens, bathrooms, separate living area and bedroom/s. An on site manager is available to ensure all guests are comfortable and to assist guests.

NORTH MELBOURNE (3 star) -

Studio Apartment 1-2 person $105.00 $ 98.00
One Bedroom Apartment 1-2 $113.00 $105.00
Two Bedroom Apartment 1-4 $143.00 $133.00

115 Flemington Road,
North Melbourne
Tel: (03) 9650 1299
Fax: (03 9650 4409
Mob: 0419 374 273
Website: www.punthill-apartments.com.au

 

Toad Hall (441 Elizabeth St, City 03 9600 9010) $20-44 per night

Queensbury Hill Hostel (78 Howard St, Nth Melbourne 03 9329 8599) $18-65 per night

Chapman Gardens YHA Hostel (76 Chapman St, Nth Melbourne 03 9328 3595) $15-33 per night **

The Hotel Y (489 Elizabeth St, City 03 9329 5188) Rooms $15-75 per night, ***

Apartment (for 4, upto $140 per night)

 

For General Conference queries

Bronwen Hewitt
Conference Management
The University of Melbourne
Email: bhewitt@unimelb.edu.au
Phone: +61-3-8344-6389
Fax: +61-3-8344-6122