Offer must be booked at least 7 days prior to the event start date. Rates are subject to availability. All reservations must be guaranteed with a credit card valid on the start date of the stay, unless otherwise specified. No cancellation charge applies if the booking is cancelled before 18:00 (local time) on the day prior to arrival. Cancellations made after this time will incur a charge for the first night.

Australian Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Event

We look forward to welcoming you to the Australian Quarter Horse Association (AQHA) Event at Novotel Melbourne Airport.

Novotel Melbourne Airport and ibis Styles Melbourne Airport are dual-branded hotels, located together within the same complex, and are the newest additions to Melbourne Airport’s accommodation offering, having opened in July 2024. Just a 5-minute walk from all terminals, our 4.5-star Novotel and 4-star ibis Styles offer unmatched convenience and comfort across 464 thoughtfully designed guest rooms.

Guests enjoy access to Aerofoil Workspace – an ultra-modern co-working space featuring flexible desks, dedicated desks, and private offices, available to hire by the hour or by the day.

Our wellness centre, Higher State, is a state-of-the-art health and wellbeing facility, with complimentary access for Novotel guests and $15 daily access for ibis Styles guests. Facilities include a fully equipped gym, functional training space, virtual yoga and Reformer Pilates classes, an indoor heated pool, infrared sauna, meditation pod, and a recovery zone featuring NormaTec compression therapy boots. Guests also have access to an Evolt 360 Body Composition Scanner and can enjoy a range of signature wellness treatments, including massages and facials, delivered by fully trained technicians. Additional charges apply for signature treatments, and a full list of services and pricing is available by contacting the team at info@higherstate.com.au.

Dining options include three distinct venues: Small Holdings Café, Boccata Italian Restaurant and Wine Bar, and Amber State Taphouse and Kitchen. Whether you're working, relaxing, or dining, we’re proud to deliver a premium experience that goes far beyond what you’d expect from typical airport hotels.

As a valued attendee, we’re pleased to offer you a special accommodation rate*:

4.5-star Novotel Melbourne Airport – $184.00 per night, including room and breakfast
4-star ibis Styles Melbourne Airport – $173.00 per night, including room and breakfast

*These rates apply only for stays between 7 October 2025 - 15 October 2025 (inclusive). If you require accommodation outside of these dates, please contact our Reservations Team at hb327@accor.com for a personalised quote.