Accommodation & Travel
Accommodation
Accommodation has been secured at the below hotels, located within walking distance to the GCCEC. Conference rates are available for the conference dates only – checking in from Tuesday 21 and out Friday 24 April 2026. If additional nights are required outside of these dates, please contact amy@eastcoastconferences.com.au
81 Surf Parade
Broadbeach QLD
sofitel.accor.com
A 5 star hotel on the Gold Coast, Sofitel Broadbeach has an amazing location just 300m away from the beach. This spectacular Gold Coast hotel is within easy reach of Broadbeach’s many restaurants, bars and shops, as well as the Gold Coast Convention & Exhibition Centre. Sofitel Gold Coast Broadbeach is minutes from Surfers Paradise and a short drive away from Gold Coast airport.
Classic River View King Room @ $299 per night (including buffet breakfast for 1 person)
2669 Gold Coast Highway,
Broadbeach QLD
www.meritonsuites.com.au
Just 5 minutes’ walk from the beach, Meriton Suites Broadbeach offers luxurious accommodations. The air-conditioned suites have opening windows and laundry facilities. Meriton Suites Broadbeach is 5 minutes’ walk from Gold Coast Convention Centre.
One Bedroom Suite @ $190 per night (room only and no daily housekeeping service included)
Alternative accommodation can be booked through the following website – Alternative Accommodation
Booking Conditions
Please Note:
- The accommodation rates quoted include GST and are subject to availability at time of booking.
- Rates may increase without notice due to changes in government charges, taxes or levies.
- The deadline for accommodation bookings through East Coast Conferences is Friday 6 March 2026 or once all rooms are sold.
Accommodation Payment
Full prepayment of accommodation is required to secure your booking.
Accommodation Availability
Block bookings have been made at the above properties and will be confirmed on a first-in basis. Bookings have been made for the Conference dates only (Checking in on Tuesday 21 April and Checking out on Friday 24 April 2026). Accommodation can be organised outside these dates on a by-request basis only, and room rates may vary outside these dates. All accommodation bookings are subject to availability.
How to Book Accommodation
To book, complete the online registration form and the Conference Managers will forward your reservation and full pre-payment to the hotel.
Change of Booking
Any change to a reservation must initially be notified to the Conference Managers and not directly to the hotel. Please note, any changes must be made to the Conference Managers by Friday 6 March 2026. After this date, please liaise directly with the hotel for any changes to your booking. Cancellations must be made in writing (fees may apply).
Late Arrivals
Please indicate on your registration form or notify the Conference Managers in writing if you will arrive at your hotel after 6pm. Failure to notify of a late arrival may mean that your room will be released, and deposit forfeited.
Accommodation Refunds
Any accommodation cancellations received after Friday 6 March 2026 will be subject to the hotel’s accommodation cancellation fee.
Travel
The Gold Coast Airport (OOL) is approximately a 30 minute drive from the GCEC. Domestically, Gold Coast Airport is serviced by Jetstar, Virgin Australia and Qantas. Flights are available from Melbourne, Sydney, Cairns, Newcastle, Perth, Hobart, Canberra and Adelaide. For international flights, Gold Coast Airport is serviced by Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Virgin Australia, offering direct flights from New Zealand (Auckland, Christchurch, Queenstown and Wellington), and Bali (Denpasar).