This page will help you to find an accommodation option to suit your budget and needs from the large range available in Melbourne. There are some important factors to consider when choosing accommodation:

• Price
• Distance from La Trobe University
• Distance from public transport
• Availability of wi-fi and its cost
•  Whether breakfast is included as this can decrease your daily expenditure significantly

Location

La Trobe University is in the suburb of Bundoora which is located 14km from the CBD. The university is easily accessible from accommodation located in the city centre. It takes 30 minutes to drive to the university from the city, 30-40 minutes by bus, 30 minutes by train and 40 minutes by tram (number 86). Please refer to the transport page for more information.

Information is provided below on accommodation in the city and inner suburbs. The AMUNC2012 Secretariat strongly feels that delegates will be best served by being close to social events, all of which are being held in the city centre or the inner suburbs. Accommodation options provided reflect this.

Alto Hotel on Bourke is right in the centre of the city making it easy for delegates to catch public transport to La Trobe University for committee sessions and registration. It is also in a prime location for the incredible social events that we have planned.

But location is not the only reason we have partnered with Alto Hotel on Bourke.

By staying at Alto Hotel you are making a commitment to the environment. As one of Melbourne’s only resource-smart and environmentally friendly hotels, Alto Hotel shares the same commitment to sustainability as we do. Alto Hotel is a carbon neutral hotel and is powered by 100% renewable energy.

This commitment to the environment has earned them the Victorian Tourism Award 2011 Qantas – Excellence in Sustainable Tourism for the 3^rd year in a row which places the hotel into the Hall of Fame. They were also the world-wide winner of the Conde Nast Traveller – World Savers Awards 2010 for Environmental Preservation.

We have negotiated a special rate for AMUNC 2012 delegates. This rate includes free wireless access, free parking for electric or hybrid cars (and recharge stations powered by 100% green energy), a newspaper upon request, access to the gym, and free organic and fair-trade espresso coffee!

The ‘green rate’ available to delegates is only provided by Alto to guests from organisations who share the same ethics in relation to the environment, and social and economic sustainability. This mutual commitment will allow AMUNC to continue to grow into the future, allowing the next generation of delegates to enjoy what AMUNC has to offer.

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Resources

The internet is a great way to research and book accommodation. You can also consult a travel agent or accommodation brochures.

Some internet search engines to consult are:

• Hostelworld
• Hostelbookers
• Expedia
• Wotif

Once you have created a shortlist you may like to read some reviews from people who have stayed at the hotels/hostels you are considering. The Hostelworld and Hostelbooker sites show reviews as well as ratings for each hostel.

Ask whether there is a group booking discount if you book as a delegation and if there is a special weekly rate.

Remember – this accommodation guide contains a number of suggestions for where to stay during AMUNC 2011, but it is not an exhaustive list. It is worth doing a search before you book, to obtain current prices and take advantage of any special deals which might be available!

Budget Options

The following hostels and hotels have been selected for their low rates and location.

Key

Location:

*  = not an ideal location, a distance from public transport

** = not a bad location but may still be a walk from public transport

*** = great location

Price:

*= expensive

**= moderately priced

***= cheap

Hotels in City Centre