Travel

Get Here
Get Around
Do & See

Scroll below for your one stop shop for everything you need to know to:

1. Book accommodation

2. Get here

3. Get around

4. Sightsee

BDS 2026
will be held in
Busselton, WA

Book Accommodation

Book flexible accommodation as early as possible (recommended before ticket release) to take advantage of the best rates. Accommodation books early on the September long weekend.

Hotel Discounts

Book a discounted stay at the new Hilton Garden Inn, directly on the Busselton foreshore. It's prime location to access BDS workshops and socials - yes - by foot!

Booking are now open only via this custom link for 15% off Best Available Rate (i.e. the earlier you book, the better the rate).

DO NOT book via the standard website - the link above already includes the discounted website. Dates will defalt to Sep 23-28th. You can edit the number of guests and dates at the top under "Edit Your Stay". You can add breakfast at check-in for a special $27.00 pp rate.

Free cancellations until 11:59pm on September 23rd. If you run into issues, contact the hotel on 08 9752 5900.

Other Options

Other popular options include:

• BnBs (AirBNB, Stayz)

• Local motels and inns (check Booking.com and other similar sites)

• Campgrounds (book a site or a private cabin)

• Backpacker Hostels

• Hosted by a local

Join the Facebook Group to connect with others about accommodation options and sharing.

Get Here

International & Other Interstate Flights

Fly to Perth if you can't catch a direct regional flight. Perth has many international and interstate connections. From there, you can rent a car or hop on a coach bus.

Coach Bus

Catch the bus! Check out South West Coachlines or TransWA for services from the airport and Perth centre.

Fly Direct: Sydney & Melbourne

Catch a flight directly from Sydney or Melbourne to our local airport, the Busselton Margaret River Airport, 10 minutes from Busselton centre. Flights with Jetstar run every 2-3 days/week. You can rent a car at the airport.

Drive

We are 2.5 hours south of Perth and 5 hours north of Albany. There is plenty of parking in Busselton central to access all the weekend's programs. Be mindful of kangaroos and other wildlife while driving on country roads at night.

Carpool Locally

Once you're down amongst it, join the Facebook Group to connect with other BDS attendees and locals for ride sharing and accommodation things.

Getting Around

In 2026, our event is a primarily one venue event located in Busselton Center. This means that getting around will be easier with lots of walking distance possibilities to the event, local eateries, and some attractions. On BDS Tuesday, we will organise some guided sightseeing activities to help you get to key attractions.

Public Transport is not our strong suit in the South West. If you plan to sightsee during and after the event on your own, we recommend ensuring you have access to a car, whether that's by ride-sharing with other attendees or your own. Join the BDS Community Facebook Group to connect with others and find carpooling opportunities.

See and Do

Go for a wine tasting, get up close and personal with whales, lose yourself in the forest or a cave, take it slow at a long lunch degustation.

There's so much to do outside the weekend program! We've compiled a HUGE map of personalised recommendations and favourites below. If that's not enough for you, we recommend exploring the Margaret River tourism page for plenty more info and inspiration.

Or you can check out some of our personal recommendations half or full day "self-tours" on The Region page.

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