Your visit to mcec and hotels
Just a Stone's Throw Away!
Opting for a hotel close to our conference venue is a strategic move that saves your delegates precious time and money. No need to fret over catching an Uber or enduring lengthy commutes; they can leisurely walk over to MCEC, preserving both time and energy. With their hotel conveniently nearby, delegates can seamlessly transition between the conference and their accommodations, making the most of breaks, networking opportunities, and late-night events without navigating an unfamiliar city. Here are some suggested hotel accommodations from MCEC:
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Novotel melbourne South Wharf
Novotel Melbourne South Wharf stands proudly in one of Melbourne's oldest locations, the historic South Wharf promenade. The hotel is complemented with direct access to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC), the Southern Hemisphere's largest meeting space.
Pan Pacific South Wharf
Pan Pacific Melbourne offers luxurious and stylish accommodations, with panoramic views of the city, Port Phillip bay or Yarra River. Pan Pacific Melbourne has direct internal access to the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Center.
Crown hotels melbourne
Crown Hotels Melbourne offers an elevated experience for those that expect more than just a place to stay. From the impeccable Crown Towers, stylish Crown Metropol and comfortable Crown Promenade, there is something for everyone. Located on Southbank and just a short stroll across Clarendon Street to MCEC.
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Finding your way to the courtyard room
The Courtyard Meeting Room is located on the Ground Level near the Exhibition Centre Doors 11-21 and the Convention Centre. The best entry is from 1 Convention Centre Place closer to DFO South Wharf, Novotel Hotel and Pan Pacific Hotel.
Closest parking to the Courtyard Room will be at DFO South Wharf Car Park via 1 Convention Centre Place or at the Exhibition Centre located via Door 10 from Normanby Road.
Getting to MCEC
By Car
Parking at the venue
Wilson Parking operates a secure underground car park at the Exhibition Centre that offers a range of flexible rates. Book online before you visit to ensure you’re guaranteed a great spot.
Book a car spot online at Wilson Parking
Car parks near by
There is an abundance of convenient secure car parking available around MCEC. Nearby we have:
By Tram
Tram routes 96, 109 and 12 will all take you directly to our Clarendon Street entrance (Stop 124A Casino/MCEC). Otherwise, tram routes 70, 75 and the City Circle can drop you off at Stop 1 Spencer St/Flinders St. From there, it’s just a short walk up Clarendon Street until you reach us. For tram timetables or further trip planning, use Public Transport Victoria’s Journey Planner.
Plan your journey with the PTV journey planner
By Train
Our closest station is Southern Cross. Once you exit the station, you can catch the 96, 109 or 12 tram routes down Spencer Street and arrive at our Clarendon Street entrance in just a few stops.
For train timetables or further trip planning, use Public Transport Victoria’s Journey Planner.
Plan your journey with the PTV journey planner
By Bus
From Monday to Friday, bus route 237 goes via Southern Cross Station to Eighteen Pence Lane stop on Lorimer Street, which is roughly a six-minute walk to MCEC. For bus timetables or further trip planning, use Public Transport Victoria’s Journey Planner.
Plan your journey with the PTV journey planner
By Taxi or rideshare
We have a nearby taxi rank outside our venue on Convention Centre Place by the Novotel Melbourne South Wharf hotel entrance.
