Venue

ICMI 2025 will take place at the Hotel Realm. Located next to the Parliamentary Triangle, it is within walking distance to national icons including Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia, and the National Library of Australia. The area offers several restaurants, bars and cafés within walking distance. In addition, For dining options, Hotel Realm features several establishments:

Louis Dining: A refined dining experience offering a contemporary menu.

Ostani Bar: A vibrant bar serving a variety of beverages and light meals.

Leyla Bar: A stylish rooftop bar with panoramic views of the city.

Maple + Clove: A café focusing on healthy, seasonal dishes.

Chairman & Yip: A renowned restaurant offering modern Asian cuisine.

These venues provide a range of culinary experiences to suit different preferences.

For relaxation, guests can visit the Hale Spa, which offers a variety of treatments, or unwind in the indoor pool, spa, sauna, and steam room.

The surrounding area offers several restaurants and cafés within walking distance. Additionally, the nearby Lake Burley Griffin provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as walking, cycling, and boating.

For a visual overview of the hotel’s facilities and nearby attractions, you can visit the hotel’s official website. hotelrealm.com.au

Accommodation discounts

Doma Group which owns Hotel Realm and three other hotels in the vicinity has kindly offered a 15% discount for accommodations during the conference period. This discount extends to Pinnacle Apartments (https://pinnacleapartments.com.au/).

To take advantage of the discount, please visit the hotel websites directly and follow the links to make a reservation.

• www.hotelrealm.com.au
• www.burburyhotel.com.au
• www.littlenationalhotel.com.au
• www.brasseyhotel.com.au

Enter the booking code CONFERENCE in order to receive the 15% discount.

Alternatively, please call or email the Central Reservations team and advise which hotel you would prefer to book and quote the code CONFERENCE

Central Reservations
+61 2 6163 1888
reservations@domahotels.com.au

Booking Conditions:

• A valid credit card is required to secure your reservation.
• No rooms are being held aside, all reservations are subject to availability.
• EVENT discount is only available in the lead in room types; not available for apartments and penthouses.
• All promotional/discounted rates are subject to availability and may be closed at any time. If the
• EVENT discount is no longer available, rates will be quoted at the best available rate.
• The EVENT discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other promotional/discounted rates or packages.

Hotel Rex (~10 minute drive from the conference venue) have also shared discounted code : REXEVENTS

• The discount for flexible rate is 15% off
• Non-refundable/ early bird is 25% off the Standard Daily Rates.

Booking link : https://reservations.canberrarexhotel.com.au/book/dates-of-stay?datein=10/01/2025&dateout=10/31/2025&identifier=REXEVENTS

Traveling to Canberra

Canberra is served by Canberra Airport (CBR), the primary airport for the city. Most international travellers will need to connect through Sydney, Melbourne, or Brisbane, as Canberra Airport primarily handles domestic flights.

Flight Connections

While Canberra does not have direct international flights to most destinations, travellers can easily connect via major Australian hubs:

Sydney (SYD) – 55-minute flight

Melbourne (MEL) – 1-hour flight

Brisbane (BNE) – 1.5-hour flight

International travellers coming from North America, Europe, or Asia typically land at Sydney or Melbourne and take a short connecting flight to Canberra.

Ground Transportation from Sydney

For those arriving in Sydney (SYD), alternative travel options to Canberra include:

Driving: ~3-hour drive on the M31 highway

Bus: 3.5-hour journey with services like Murrays and Greyhound

Train: 4-hour scenic journey operated by NSW TrainLink

Airport Transfers in Canberra

Canberra Airport is just 15 minutes from the city centre by car or taxi. Ride-sharing services, rental cars, and public buses are also available.

For more details on travel options, visit Canberra Airport’s website.

Arriving from the Airport

The easiest way to get to the conference venue from Canberra Airport (CBR) is by taxi, rideshare, or airport shuttle.

Taxis & Rideshares

🚖 Canberra Airport has a designated taxi rank located just outside the arrivals terminal. A one-way trip to the Hotel Realm or the conference venue in the city centre typically costs between $25 and $35 AUD, depending on traffic. The ride takes about 10–15 minutes.

🚘 Rideshare services such as Uber, Ola, and DiDi are also available, with a pickup area at the Express Pickup car park, a short walk from the terminal.

More info on airport taxis and rideshares: Canberra Airport Transport

Public Transport & Airport Shuttle

🚌 Canberra does not have a dedicated airport train line, but ACTION buses operate Route R3, which connects the airport to the city centre. The bus departs every 15–30 minutes, and the fare is $5 AUD using a prepaid MyWay card or $5.20 AUD with cash.

More info on public transport: Transport Canberra

Car Rental & Driving Directions

🚗 Car rental services (Avis, Budget, Europcar, Hertz, and Thrifty) are available at Canberra Airport’s arrivals hall. It is an easy 10-minute drive to the conference venue via Parkes Way and State Circle.

For navigation, we recommend Google Maps

Accommodation

Canberra is a popular destination, and accommodations can fill up quickly, so it’s advisable to book your hotel soon after registering.

The organisers have reserved a limited number of rooms at the conference hotel for attendees, available for booking before [insert date]. These rooms can be booked using this link. The hotel offers various amenities, including a restaurant, gym, parking, and swimming pool. You can find more details here.

Alternatively, you may consider other accommodation options nearby. Below are some of our recommendations: