There are lots of accommodation options in Melbourne to suit every budget. So if you're travelling in, here is a list that may help you to get started. All of the suggestions are centrally located or on public transport routes to the city. 

 

A good mid-range option is the Jasper Hotel.

 

Budget options include the Hotel Ibis in the CBD, the Lygon Lodge in Carlton, The Great Southern Hotel in the CBD, the YTI Garden Hotel in the CBD, the Arrow on Swanston which is on the same street as the conference. 

 

For serviced apartments there is the Veriu Collingwood. 

 

There are also lots of AirBnB accommodation in Melbourne if that's your thing. Look at the CBD, Collingwood, Carlton, Fitzroy - all great neighbourhoods and close to the conference venue.