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The FPA has reserved accommodation at a number of Gold Coast properties for the Conference period. Full details of each property are below. Please note however that in 2010, the FPA will not be coordinating any direct accommodation bookings and changes.

To book accommodation, please click here to visit the website of the FPA’s accommodation service provider, CiEvents. CiEvents is a trusted supplier who managed the accommodation for the 2009 and 2008 FPA National Conferences also.
If you are registering online, once you have completed your registration for the Conference component, you will then be directed automatically to the CiEvents website to make any accommodation bookings. Confirmation of your accommodation will come directly from CiEvents. 

If you are registering using the manual registration form, you will need to contact CiEvents separately to make your accommodation arrangements. 

CiEvents can be contacted via phone or email:
Ph: 02 9923 8680
E: fpanationalconference@cievents.com.au

 
The following properties are available within the FPA room block.  Please note that the distance time listed is the time taken to reach the main entrance to the GCCEC.
 

Breakfree Diamond Beach

10-16 Alexandra Avenue
Broadbeach
5 minute walk
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This property is a minimum 2 night stay
 
2 bedroom apartment - $214 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen, 2 x single
 
3 bedroom apartment - $257 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen, 2 x single, 2 x single
 
BreakFree Diamond Beach resort features self contained resort style apartments nestled amongst expansive tropical gardens that boast cascading waterfalls, two magnificent freeform pools (1 heated outdoor pool), 2 spas (1 heated) and a BBQ area shaded from the sun by a spanning white sail.
 
All apartments feature a large balcony, self contained kitchen and laundry and ceiling fans.
Breakfree Diamond Beach Breakfree Diamond Beach
 

Conrad Jupiters

Brodbeach Island
Broadbeach
2 minute walk
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Superior Room - $220 per room per night
Executive Room - $310 per room per night
 
Conrad Jupiters boasts a variety of accommodation options and is conveniently located across from the Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre.
 
All rooms feature complimentary daily newspaper, high speed broadband internet access, DVD/CD player and TV with in house movies .
 
Conrad Jupiters Conrad Jupiters
 

Mantra Bel Air

2633 Gold Coast Highway
Broadbeach
15 minute walk
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This property is a minimum 2 night stay
 
1 Bedroom apartment - $147 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 queen bed
 
2 Bedroom apartment - $193 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 Queen, 2 x single
 
Bel Air Resort apartments all have beautifully appointed rooms, most with great views.
 
This magnificent resort of three towers has it all; pool, wading pool for children, indoor pool (heated), multiple BBQs, a gym, sauna and spa and all within metres of the beach.  Bel Air Resort apartments are close to Jupiter's casino, shopping at Pacific Fair and Oasis Mall, cinemas, restaurants, surf clubs and public transport.
 
 
Mantra Bel Air Mantra Bel Air
 

Mantra Broadbeach on the Park

2685 Gold Coast Highway
Broadbeach
5 minute walk
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This property is a minimum 2 night stay
 
1 bedroom apartment - $181 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen
 
2 bedroom apartment - $252 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen, 2 x single
 
3 bedroom apartment - $347 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen, 2 x single, 2 x single
 
Mantra Broadbeach on the Park Resort brings a new level of comfort and style to the heart of the boutique destination of Broadbeach. The property is located one block from patrolled surf beaches overlooking Victoria Park and directly opposite the casino and GCCEC.
 
Mantra Broadbeach on the Park Resort features spacious one, two and three bedroom apartments, a heated pool, 25 metre lap pool, fully equipped gymnasium, steam room, sauna and spa, barbecue area, conference facilities, games room and more. All rooms feature kitchen and laundry facilities, air conditioning, balcony, DVD player and Austar.
 
Mantra Broadbeach Mantra Broadbeach

Mantra Phoenician

24-26 Queensland Avenue
Broadbeach
7 minute walk
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This property is a minimum 2 night stay
 
1 bedroom apartment - $171 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen
 
2 bedroom apartment - $228 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x queen, 2 x single
 
Mantra Phoenician is situated in the very heart of cosmopolitan Broadbeach and just 100 metres from the pristine patrolled Gold Coast beaches. Choose from luxuriously appointed one or two bedroom apartments, all fully self-contained, featuring elegant furnishings and spacious balconies. Within the resort you will find magnificent indoor and outdoor pools, lush tropical gardens as well as the spectacular Health and Spa facilities.
 
All rooms include kitchen and laundry facilities, air conditioning, in room safe, balcony, CD player and Austar.
 
Mantra Phoenician Mantra Phoenician
 

Mantra Sierra Grand

22 Surf Parade
Broadbeach
7 minute walk
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This property is a minimum 2 night stay
 
1 bedroom apartment - $206 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x king
 
2 bedroom apartment - $263 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x king, 1 x king (zip)
 
3 bedroom apartment - $360 per apartment per night
Bedding configuration – 1 x king, 1 x queen, 1 x king (zip)
 
At Mantra Sierra Grand, you'll be within strolling distance of everything - golden beaches and crystal surf, sidewalk cafes and superb restaurants, malls and arcades full of boutiques and speciality shops as well as Jupiters Casino, the GCCEC and Pacific Fair Shopping Centre.

Mantra Sierra Grand soars 30 levels above its premium Broadbeach location, with its distinctive profile and sleek views from balconies. Resort facilities include on-site
security management, secure undercover parking, fully equipped gymnasium, sauna and steam room, heated indoor lap pool and spa, heated outdoor pool & spa, barbecue facilities, all weather full tennis court, in-house 20 seat theatre and tour desk.
 
Room features include air conditioning, open-plan living areas, wide balconies with panoramic ocean or hinterland views from the balcony, cable TV and in-house movies, wireless internet access, audio and visual security systems, CD player, full kitchen facilities, hair dryer, telephone, international direct dial, ironing facilities and secure undercover parking.
 
Mantra Sierra  Mantra Sierra
 

Sofitel Gold Coast

81 Surf Parade
Gold Coast
5 minute walk
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Superior room - $250 per room per night incl. breakfast
 
The Sofitel Gold Coast exudes five-star luxury and sophistication combined with decadent comfort and state of the art technology.
 
All 295 hotel rooms and suites feature contemporary furnishings and fittings in modern earthy tones, designed for maximum comfort and style. The standard features include wall mounted, flat screen LCD televisions, digital telephones, Roger Gallet bathroom products, fluffy robes and bath sheet towels, relaxing armchairs and large desks. With a range of room styles and sizes, leisure, business and conference guests can be assured of the perfect room or suite to accommodate their needs.
 
Sofitel Sofitel