The 47th SHPA National Conference
2-4 November 2023
Cairns, Queensland
2-4 November 2023
Cairns, Queensland
Special rates have been negotiated at a range of hotels, for Medicines Management 2023.
All properties are within walking distance of Cairns Convention Centre, with Cairns being a very walkable city (flat, pedestrian crossings, and foot paths).
Delegates are to book accommodation directly with the hotels, following the “How to book” instructions outlined below.
Book now for your best chance at securing your preferred hotel and room type.
The 5-star Shangri-La Hotel offers luxury accommodation including resort-style swimming pool and outdoor dining. All rooms feature a private balcony overlooking a tropical garden, Trinity Bay or Marlin Marina. Shangri-La’s ‘Backyard’ is a vibrant, relaxed bar and dining venue with a distinct local North Queensland personality.
Shangri-La The Marina Cairns is an easy walk to Cairns Convention Centre, and only a 3-minutes’ walk to Great Barrier Reef departure terminal and shopping centre.
Pier Point Rd, Cairns City
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,100m
Room options and rates:
Deluxe Room: $230 per night, room only
Deluxe Sea View Room: $260 per night, room only
Executive Marina View Room: $295 per night, room only
How to book:
Book online using this booking link →
OR, book via email or phone following the steps below.
Please note, Shangri-La The Marina Cairns is happy to offer the above discounted rates for 3 days either side of the conference dates, subject to room availability.
Terms and Conditions:
Directly made reservations which are cancelled within 30 days prior to arrival date will incur a 1 night cancellation fee. Reservations which are cancelled within 7 days prior to the arrival date of travel, or if delegates fail to Check-in to the Hotel for any of the confirmed dates of the delegates accommodation requirements will incur a 100% cancellation fee.
Offer available until Wednesday 25 October, or until sold out.
Modern, environmentally conscious and with an appreciation for all the arts. Crystalbrook Bailey says no to plastic, saving over 2.3 million amenity bottles from waste through the use of signature large-pump bottles and recycled wooden room accessories.
Positioned in the Cairns cultural precinct, the hotel is an easy walk to Cairns Convention Centre, and a short stroll to Cairns Art Gallery, Esplanade boardwalk, and the Great Barrier Reef departure terminal.
163 Abbott St, Cairns City
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,000m
Room option and rate:
Urban View King Room: $205 per night, room only
How to book:
Please note, Crystalbrook Bailey is happy to offer the above discounted rate for 3 days either side of the conference dates, subject to room availability.
Terms and Conditions:
Fun and energetic, Crystalbrook Flynn is a social butterfly - the natural life of the party. Just steps from Cairns Esplanade boardwalk, feel like you’re at the centre of the action. Luxury accommodation, sea views, glass swimming pools, and a hub of restaurants and bars.
An easy walk to Cairns Convention Centre, and close to attractions such as the Cairns Aquarium.
68-72 Abbott St, Cairns City
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,000m
Room option and rates:
Urban View King Room: $195 per night, room only
Harbour View Room: $245 per night, room only
Sea King Room: $295 per night, room only
How to book:
Please note, Crystalbrook Bailey is happy to offer the above discounted rates for 3 days either side of the conference dates, subject to room availability.
Terms and Conditions:
Offering modern rooms and a rooftop restaurant and bar, this brand-new property is a great choice for a comfortable stay. Located on the Cairns Esplanade, the hotel is within easy walking distance of Cairns Convention Centre.
59 – 63 Esplanade, Cairns City
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,000m
Room options and discount offer:
12% discount on the best flexible rates
Please click on this booking link to read room rates, terms and conditions, and room descriptions.
How to book:
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Terms and Conditions:
Pullman Cairns International offers you a perfect combination of comfort and convenience. A 5-minute walk will have you at Cairns Convention Centre, or at the waterfront during your free time. The hotel features a swimming pool with large sundeck, 24 hour reception, concierge, gym, restaurant and bar. A range of room types is available at a discounted rate.
17 Abbott Street, Cairns
Distance to Convention Centre: 500m
Room options and discount offer:
20% discount off the flexible website rates
How to book:
Book directly using this booking link
Terms and Conditions:
4.5 star resort-style accommodation. Transformed in 2019 with a new lobby, restaurant & bar, and refurbished guest rooms, the resort suits both business and leisure travelers.
Each rooms has a balcony or terrace, and the resort is in easy walking distance of Cairns Convention Centre. Accessible rooms are available.
122 Lake Street, Cairns
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,100m
Room options and discount offer:
20% discount off the flexible website rates
How to book:
Book directly using this booking link
Terms and Conditions:
Located on Cairns’ waterfront, Hilton Cairns sits at the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, and is close to Cairns Convention Centre. Hilton Cairns has all the amenities expected of a 5-star hotel including 24-hour front desk, room service, outdoor swimming pool, and a health club. Each room has its own balcony.
34 Esplanade, Cairns
Distance to Convention Centre: 750m
Room options and rates:
Guest Room: $245 per night Single/Twin; $310 Triple share
Deluxe Room: $275 per night Single/Twin; $340 Triple share
Executive Room: $355 per night Single/Twin; $420 Triple share
How to book:
Book directly via Medicines Management 2023-HILTON
If at any stage you are asked to provide a “group code”, please use GWISA.
Terms and Conditions:
4.5 star hotel overlooking the Coral Sea. Surrounded by tropical gardens, hotel amenities include a 24-hour fitness centre, concierge, room service, and outdoor pool. Leave enough time to enjoy sea air and water views on your walk to Cairns Convention Centre, or steal a few more minutes in your hotel bed and shortcut through Cairns city.
121-123 The Esplanade & Florence Street, Cairns
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,400m
Room options and rates:
Guest Room: $205 per night Single/Twin; $270 per night Triple share
City/Mountain View Room: $235 per night Single/Twin; $295 Triple share
Deluxe Waterview Room: $305 per night Single/Twin; $370 Triple share
How to book:
Book directly via Medicines Management 2023 CNSDC
If at any stage you are asked to provide a “group code”, please use GWISA.
Terms and Conditions:
Conveniently situated in the heart of Cairns CBD, Mercure Cairns is a newly renovated 4-star hotel offering both comfort and style. Enjoy breakfast or dinner at our modern Australian onsite restaurant, The Stanley.
Indulge in a delightful room, perfect for delegates attending the prestigious 47th SHPA National conference.
Corner of Florence Street and Lake Street, Cairns
Distance to Convention Centre: 1,100m
Room options and rates:
Run of House rate at $249 per night
What does ‘run of house’ mean? This means the hotel will assign you a room. You will be able to indicate your preferred room type at the time of booking. Your room is likely to be one of the following types, subject to availability.
How to book:
Online –
Directly with Mercure Cairns –
Terms and Conditions:
We’re excited to announce you can now submit your abstract for Medicines Management 2023!
The Call for Abstracts will close at 11:59pm AEST Monday 7 August 2023.