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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

4.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Lunch and dinner served
Front of property
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is AU$259
includes taxes & fees
1 Apr - 2 Apr

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1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
  • Place, University of Technology Sydney
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, International Convention Centre Sydney
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

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Room (Kent)

Room (Kent)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Loft (Chippendale)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 46 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Abercrombie)

Room (Abercrombie)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Clare)

Suite (Clare)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Showroom)

Suite (Showroom)

  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Mary O')

Suite (Mary O')

  • 60 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV, streaming services

Suite (C.U.B)

  • 106 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Room (Connell)

Room (Connell)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Sydney

A luxury stay in the heart of Sydney awaits you at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels. Within steps you'll find Kensington Street and Railway Square. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and an outdoor swimming pool. .Clare Bar is open for lunch and dinner. The Rooftop at The Clare is the hotel's own rooftop bar, serving drinks along with brunch and lunch. Enjoy the gym and pool loungers as well as access to bike hire. Added amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM. .Places within a short walk of this 4.5-property class Chippendale hotel include University of Technology Sydney and Central Park.

What's nearby

  • Kensington Street - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Paddy's Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Sydney Central Station - 8 min walk
  • Central Light Rail Station - 8 min walk
  • Sydney Airport (SYD) - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Anita Gelato - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪KFC - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clare Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alex Lee Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness centre. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include 2 bars/lounges and a poolside bar. Public spaces have free WiFi.

There are 3 meeting rooms available. A rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff are also featured at the luxury The Old Clare by Ode Hotels.

This Art Deco Sydney hotel is smoke free.

  • 69 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1911
  • Terrace on the roof
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Staff members are multilingual
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Library
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down duvets and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Rooms have partially open bathrooms. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries and complimentary toiletries.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include a safe and free newspapers. Microwaves, in-room massages and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Daily cooked-to-order breakfast available 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee: AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Clare Bar
  • Longshore
  • The Rooftop at The Clare

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • In-room babysitting
  • Laundry facilities
  • Microwave on request
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • 3 meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Pool loungers
  • Rooftop terrace

Spa

  • In-room massages

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Designer toiletries
  • Dressing gowns
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Microwave on request
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Renovations and closures

The following facilities are closed seasonally each year. They will be closed from 1 April to 1 April:
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Swimming pool

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70.0 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • Nearby parking fee: AUD 55 per night (492 ft away)
  • Cleaning/housekeeping/linen are available for an additional fee
  • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70.0 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
  • Up to 2 children aged 16 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Old Clare Hotel Chippendale
Old Clare Hotel
Old Clare Chippendale
Old Clare
The Old Clare Hotel
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Hotel
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Chippendale
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Hotel Chippendale

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

As of 23 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels on 1 Apr 2026 start from AU$259, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Are there any beaches close to The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

The closest beach to The Old Clare by Ode Hotels is Coogee Beach (6.6 km).

Does The Old Clare by Ode Hotels have a pool?

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels has an outdoor pool. Grab your bathers and lounge poolside while enjoying on a lounger and with a coldie from the bar. The pool is open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.

What makes The Old Clare by Ode Hotels a romantic place to stay?

Poolside dining and romance packages, as well as pillowtop beds and massage services available in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels.

Is The Old Clare by Ode Hotels family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and an outdoor pool, as well as baby baths and childcare services in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that The Old Clare by Ode Hotels is a hit with families.

Does The Old Clare by Ode Hotels serve breakfast?

Yeah, cooked-to-order brekkie is on offer daily between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

No, The Old Clare by Ode Hotels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

Yep, they've got a poolside bar and an onsite restaurant that serves lunch and dinner. The bar is closed seasonally each year from April 1 until April 1.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?

No, only service animals are allowed.

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 385 out of 562 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 116 out of 562 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 562 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 562 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 562 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Victor

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
History of the room and building exposed by the Architecture features was wonderful but the hotel is starting to lose its lustre. Upkeep and maintenance are clearly not what they should be for a five-star hotel. Reception was impossible to contact before check-in.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Matthew

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

andrew

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, staff super helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Adrian

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a lovely heritage hotel! Beautiful hotel in a great central area of the Sydney.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Becca

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marcia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the charm & casual feeling of The Old Clare. Its easy to get to and there are so many restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy, Sioux Falls

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Nice room
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steven, Berlin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spent 5 nights. Roof top bar and downstairs bar were closed for private parties on more nights than they were open to hotel guests. I enjoyed the variety of restaurants down a mostly pedestrian path adjacent to the hotel. Central Station is only 5 blocks away.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

4/10 Poor

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service
One of the main reasons we booked this property was the pool. We wanted a holiday where we could use the pool in a morning to relax or in an afternoon to cool off. Sadly we where not informed that the pool was closed 1 afternoon for a private pool party, and closed 1 morning while an interview was being filmed there. No staff informed us of this when checking into the property, or when booking. The hotel itself is lovely, great rooms and a fantastic location. However, if you are paying a little bit extra for a place with a pool, its really better to look elsewhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Bronwen

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Historic building with a funky retro styling. Clean room but windows very dirty on the outside which was a shame. Staff very friendly and a convenient location for everywhere.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marius

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you are into designer boutique unique hotels this one is for you. On top of that it is the team’s friendliness that will make you feel special and it would bring you back here again and again. Thank you TOCH team!
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natalia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diego

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Syd

Great place to stay centrally located in Sydbey
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter, Yarraville

Travelled with partner
Boutique hotel that's only 10 years old but already showing it's age. Some design elements quite dated and room basics like cupboards and carpets show wear and tear. Light switches and aircon control poorly located in the loft room that I booked. I was expecting luxury from the photos, but the reality felt like a 3~4 star hotel, not 5 star.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Astika

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Conveniently located, interesting enough decor
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Awesome stay in Sydney

This hotel is centrally located with walking distance to everything. Still has the feel of a small hotel while being in the middle of the action, across the street from spice alley where you can always find a bite to eat. Yesterday went to a rugby match and walked all the way back to the hotel.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Courtney Elizabeth

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We absolutely loved our stay at the Old Clare! The hotel was beautiful, spotless, and full of character, and the staff couldn’t have been more friendly or helpful. The free breakfast at TOCH was a highlight as it was delicious and worth every bit of the add-on (it was something we looked forward to each morning!). Our Connell room was fantastic, with super comfortable beds, lovely robes and slippers, and luxurious shower products that felt like a real treat. The location, just steps from Central Station, made exploring Sydney and beyond quick and easy. We also loved the Polaroid guest book; a thoughtful and charming touch that made the experience even more memorable. This hotel exceeded our expectations, and we’ll gladly stay here again on our next trip to Sydney!
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Li

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly recommended
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Roy, Corby

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Walking distance (20 mins stroll) to ICC. Definitely will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I arrived early and asked if I could leave my bags while I went and explored. They agreed and even offered to upgrade me for aud$100, I declined as there was no need but the offer was appreciated. My room was lovely, a little noisy at night due to it being next to the bars but nothing unbearable. Room was clean and was a nice bit of luxury. Breakfast was a là carté, not the most amazing but when I asked if I could replace a few items as I am vegetarian - they did happily. They have a gym and swimming pool which I knew about but didn't mention when I checked in. The gym is small with 2 running machines, 1 glider, a bench to do weights, multiple weights, ball and unfortunately a broken bike. They have the eco-friendly offer of where you decline having your room cleaned, they give you $10 credit per day but it seems you're only allowed to use it in their bar only I had an early flight and wasn't going to make breakfast (7am to 10.30am) and asked if it was possible to pre-order. They offered a breakfast box and asked what time I would like it. I mentioned 5.30am, double checked again in the afternoon but another person was on reception and they said they couldn't see any note requesting this. So he added a note and when I checked out, another person was on reception and she double checked with the kitchen where they seemed to be unaware and started preparing the box. The box turned out to be a bag with a granola cup with berries and yogurt. Great location and nearby food opts
Rooftop, small swimming pool and seemed closed due to the winter season. But a nice option in summer for drinks.
My last breakfast, had some replacements as I didn't want any of the bacon or sausages.
My first breakfast was good but the toast slides were very generous. I find most other places give half a toast.
I got the fritters on this occasion and unfortunately we're a big disappointment. They were soggy/mushy and had no crunch to them at all.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025