Please see below for accommodation information for the IFIP World Computer Congress 2010. As the booking deadlines have now passed, all accommodation has been released back to the hotels and is now subject to availability. Should you wish to proceed with booking accommodation at any of the below hotels you will need to contact the hotels directly to do so.
Budget accommodation
For budget conscious delegates looking for cheaper accommodation options, please click here to view a selection of backpacker hotels in Brisbane.
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Accommodation terms and conditions
Accommodation booking deadlines
Accommodation cancellation policies
Accommodation terms and conditions
- Event Planners Australia is unable to accept new bookings or changes to existing room bookings after the accommodation booking deadlines. From this time, bookings should be made directly with the hotel or via an accommodation reservation website
- Rates are per room per night, in Australian dollars, and include GST
- Room numbers are limited so book well before the booking deadline
- Your credit card details are required and will be passed on to the hotel to secure your booking. The hotel may process the debit immediately or wait until check-out
- If charges are to be the responsibility of a third party, eg the guest’s company, please provide the congress managers with a letter from the third party stating what charges are to be covered, eg accommodation only, meals, mini bar, phone, fax, internet, laundry, all charges, etc
- A tax invoice/receipt will be issued by the hotel on check-out
- Cancellations and alterations up to the booking deadline are made by Event Planners and will incur a booking change fee of up to $33
- Guests wishing to cancel or alter bookings after the booking deadline should contact the hotel directly. These, including early departures and ‘no-shows’, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay
- Hotels require an imprint of your credit card at check-in for any incidentals
- If you wish to check-in before 1400 hours you must book and pay for the night before
- If you wish to check-in after 1800 hours you must indicate your arrival time on the form to avoid a ‘no-show’ room release penalty
Accommodation booking deadlines
As the below booking deadlines have now passed, all reserved congress accommodation has been released back to the hotels. Please contact the hotels directly should you wish to book accommodation.
Hotel George Williams: 12 August 2010
Riverside Hotel South Bank: 12 August 2010
Hotel Ibis: 12 August 2010
Mercure Hotel: 12 August 2010
Chifley at Lennons: 11 August 2010
Sebel & Citigate King George Square: 12 August 2010
Mantra South Bank: 11 August 2010
Rydges South Bank: 12 August 2010
Sofitel Brisbane: 11 July 2010
Treasury Heritage (formerly Conrad Treasury): 12 August 2010
Accommodation venuesClick here to view a map of the accommodation venues.
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Hotel George Williams* * * ½317-325 George Street, Brisbane CBD Book by 19 August 2010
The Hotel George Williams is conveniently located opposite the Brisbane Transit Centre, only minutes away from Brisbane's CBD and shopping precinct. The hotel offers casual and relaxed dining at its licensed bistro, and a gymnasium. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Hotel George Williams. |
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Riverside Hotel South Bank * * * *20 Montague Road, West End Book by 12 August 2010
The Riverside Hotel South Bank is ideally located within the South Bank cultural precinct and is within walking distance of the congress venue. This hotel has won numerous awards from the Hotel Motel Accommodation Association and is a completely smoke free hotel. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Riverside Hotel South Bank. |
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Hotel Ibis * * *½27-35 Turbot Street, Brisbane CBD Book by 12 August 2010
The Hotel Ibis offers value for money for the budget conscious delegate. Featuring quality rooms, the Hotel Ibis is close to the CBD, just a short walk to the Queen Street Mall, and approximately 15 to 20 minutes walk to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre or a leisurely 4 minutes on the Citycat from the North Quay Ferry Terminal to South Bank. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Hotel Ibis. |
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Mercure Brisbane * * * *85 North Quay, Brisbane CBD Book by 12 August 2010
The Mercure Hotel Brisbane features quality accommodation rooms and is located on the banks of the Brisbane River. Featuring panoramic views over the South Bank Parklands and the cultural precinct, the hotel is approximately 15 minutes walk to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre or a leisurely 4 minutes on the Citycat from the North Quay Ferry Terminal to South Bank. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Mercure Brisbane. |
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Chifley at Lennons * * * * ½66 Queen Street Mall, Brisbane CBD Book by 11 August 2010
The Chifley at Lennons is located on the Queen Street Mall in the heart of the CBD, approximately 10 minutes walk from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Hotel features include a licensed restaurant, two bars, 24 hour reception and room service, a heated swimming pool, spa and sauna and business centre. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Chifley at Lennons. |
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Sebel & Citigate King George Square * * * * * (self rated)King George Square, Brisbane CBD Book by 12 August 2010
The Sebel King George Square is located in the heart of the CBD, a short walk from Roma Street train station. The hotel offers both four and five star accommodation and an array of bars and restaurants. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Sebel & Citigate King George Square. |
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Mantra South Bank* * * * ½161 Grey Street, South Bank Book by 11 August 2010
The Mantra South Bank features a number of modern apartment-style accommodation rooms with kitchen facilities. The hotel is adjacent to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre and offers a vibrant location, quality services and is located in the heart of Brisbane’s café and restaurant distinct. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Mantra South Bank. |
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Rydges South Bank *****½Glenelg Street, South Brisbane Book by 12 August 2010
Rydges Southbank is right next door to the convention centre and is connected via an internal walkway between the two buildings. It's the perfect place to take advantage of Brisbane's outdoor lifestyle; wander through the weekend art and craft markets, take a dip in Southbank's man-made beach, or enjoy a barbecue or picnic in the lush parklands. Click here to view the cancellation policy for Rydges South Bank. |
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Sofitel Brisbane * * * * *249 Turbot Street, Brisbane CBD Book by 11 July 2010
The Sofitel Brisbane is a luxury 5 star hotel located within the heart of the Brisbane CBD, accessible via a 20 minute walk from the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre. Alternatively after a day of sessions, delegates can catch the train from South Brisbane station (located near the congress venue) and arrive at Central Station which is attached to the Sofitel Brisbane. This hotel offers elegantly appointed rooms, 24 hour reception and room services, a fully equipped business centre, broadband internet access and a swimming pool and spa. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Sofitel Brisbane. |
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Treasury Heritage (formerly Conrad Treasury) * * * * *130 William Street, Brisbane CBD Book by 12 August 2010
Treasury Heritage Brisbane occupies two of Australia’s finest heritage buildings. Located in the heart of Brisbane, and a 15 minute walk over the Victoria Bridge to the Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre, the hotel offers luxuriously appointed guest rooms. Click here to view the cancellation policy for the Treasury Heritage. |
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Budget accommodation
The following venues would be suitable for delegates looking for budget accommodation. Delegates wishing to make a booking should contact the venues direct.
Brisbane Backpackers Resort
110 Vulture Street, West End
W: www.brisbanebackpackers.com.au
Chill Backpackers
328 Upper Roma Street, Brisbane
W: www.chillbackpackers.com
Accommodation map

Accommodation cancellation policies
Hotel George Williams
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Riverside Hotel South Bank
- Cancellations received within 7 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Hotel Ibis
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a 50% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Mercure Brisbane
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a 50% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Chifley at Lennons
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation fee at the hotel's discretion.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Sebel & Citigate King George Square
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation fee at the hotel's discretion.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Mantra South Bank
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Rydges South Bank
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation fee at the hotel's discretion.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Sofitel Brisbane
- Cancellations received within 30 days of arrival will be subject to a 100% cancellation fee at the hotel's discretion.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.
Treasury Heritage (formerly Conrad Treasury)
- Cancellations received within 14 days of arrival will be subject to a cancellation fee equivalent to one night's deposit.
- Cancellations received within 7 days of arrival will be subject to 100% cancellation fee at the hotel's discretion.
- Cancellations and alterations to bookings must be made in writing. These, including early departures and “no-shows”, may incur penalties at the hotel’s discretion, possibly up to 100% of the accommodation stay.






























