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4.7 out of 5

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"The best hotel in Sydney for sure!!! Amazing rooms, epic rooftop, food is killer, drinks are killer and a really cool vibe. " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 15 Feb 2021

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Hotel Description

A luxury stay in the heart of Sydney awaits you at The Old Clare Hotel. Within steps you'll find Kensington Street and University of Technology Sydney. Highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant, and an outdoor swimming pool.

All 69 soundproofed rooms feature flat-screen TVs with digital channels, and you can enjoy free WiFi, in-room childcare, and espresso makers. Dining in is an option with 24-hour room service, and minibars provide refreshments. Pillowtop beds and premium bedding welcome you to a good night's rest, and other nice touches include bathrobes and slippers. Down comforters, free newspapers, and free local calls are also available.

The restaurant, Automata, is open for lunch and dinner. Clare Bar is the hotel's own bar, serving drinks along with light fare. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas, a fitness center, and a coffee shop/café. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking.

Places within a short walk of this 5-star Chippendale hotel include Railway Square and Central Park.

Kent Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

AU$200* Per night/room 6 Jun. - 7 Jun.

Mary O Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Connell Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Chippendale Loft

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Abercrombie Room

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Clare Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Showroom Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

C.U.B. Suite

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 5 Max

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The Old Clare Hotel ratings based on 79 Verified Reviews

Review Summary

4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0

Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0

Service & staff 4.5 out of 5.0

Room comfort 4.5 out of 5.0

Hotel condition 5.0 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for The Old Clare Hotel

5 out of 5

The best hotel in Sydney for sure!!! Amazing rooms, epic rooftop, food is killer, drinks are killer and a really cool vibe.

Posted by a verified traveller on 15 Feb. 2021

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4 out of 5

Great location, amazing staff. The only issue is that it is a little noisy before midnight but that's what you'd expect from anywhere so close to the action. See-through shower was a little weird.

Posted by Tracey, from Sydney on 29 Jun. 2020

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5 out of 5

This place is just gorgeous. We only got to stay for one night but we have plans of staying there again very soon for a longer period of time to not only take in what the hotel has to offer but also the food, culture and atmosphere around the hotel. Our room was delicious! Very modern, very boutique. Cant wait to get back there, I give it 2 very enthusiastic thumbs up!!!!

Posted by Jo, from Newcastle on 17 Feb. 2020

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5 out of 5

Posted by a verified traveller on 15 Feb. 2020

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5 out of 5

The staff were fantastic! Always smiling and willing to help. Our room was perfect and we wished we could stay longer. Fantastic position in the city.

Posted by a verified traveller on 13 Feb. 2020

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4 out of 5

I stayed in one of the Abercrombie rooms which was spacious and cosy at the same time. The bed was super comfy if you like a plush soft mattress. There’s a great little nespresso coffee machine and the bath is lush with great products from Triumph & Disaster. A1 Canteen is great for breakfast and if you’re heading out for dinner, make sure you visit Ester just around the corner. One of my favourite Sydney restaurants. My only negative is that the noise from the Kensington Street restaurants and bars is quite noisy. I had to get reception to send me up some earplugs, which they did so promptly. If you can, request a room on the Carlton St side or the back of the hotel.

Posted by Francesca, from Sydney on 8 Feb. 2020

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5 out of 5

Decor was interesting, room very comfortable and location was great

Posted by a verified traveller on 26 Jan. 2020

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5 out of 5

Beautifully furnished rooms. Wonderful ambiance. Close proximity to delicious restaurants and cafes.

Posted by Trist on 16 Jan. 2020

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5 out of 5

We loved this hotel with its great location, facilities, decor, and staff

Posted by a verified traveller on 8 Jan. 2020

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2 out of 5

Posted by a verified traveller on 21 Nov. 2019

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About the The Old Clare Hotel

Location 1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW 2008

Property Features

The Old Clare Hotel offers its guests an outdoor pool and a fitness center. There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/café. 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 tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the luxury The Old Clare Hotel. For a fee, parking is available. A complete renovation of The Old Clare Hotel was completed in September 2015. This Art Deco Sydney hotel is smoke free.

69 guestrooms or units
5 levels
2 buildings
2 bars or lounges
Built in 1911
Dining venue
Bar by the pool
Coffee shop
Terrace on the roof
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Staff is multilingual
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Library
Elevator
No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

Family property
Outdoor pool
Free WiFi
Soundproofed rooms
Laundry facilities
In-room childcare (surcharge)
Microwave (on request)
Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Valet parking (surcharge)

Transport

Airport: Sydney Airport (SYD) (9.3 km / 5.8 mi)
Train station: Sydney Redfern Station (1.1 km / 0.7 mi)
Metro station: Central Light Rail Station (0.7 km / 0.4 mi)
Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

The Old Clare Hotel offers 69 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and espresso makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Pillowtop beds feature down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Bathrooms include bathrobes, slippers, designer toiletries, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and complimentary newspapers, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and hair dryers. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM.

Clare Bar - This bar serves light fare only. Happy hour is offered.

Automata - This restaurant serves lunch and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Reservations are required. Open select days.

The Rooftop at The Clare - This poolside rooftop bar serves light fare only. Open select days.

Late night fare is available from 24-hour room service.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Check-in time ends at anytime

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

Check-out by 11:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 2 children stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 75.0 per night.
Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash. 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 each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Personal protective equipment, including masks and gloves, will be available to guests. Social distancing measures are in place; staff at the property wear personal protective equipment; periodic temperature checks are conducted on staff; guests are provided with hand sanitizer. Contactless check-out is available. Individually-wrapped food options are available for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and also through room service. Each guestroom is kept vacant for a minimum of 24 hours between bookings. This property affirms that it adheres to the cleaning and disinfection practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global).

Service animals are allowed
Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
Number of children who can stay for free – 2
Debit cards
Staffed front desk
Security system
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wear personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available for guests
Masks are available for guests
Gloves are available for guests
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually wrapped food options are available
Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
gap period enforced between guest stays 24 hours
Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is available
Property follows sanitisation practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)

Fees

Optional extras

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

Breakfast fee: between AUD 10 and AUD 35 per person (approximately)
Covered valet parking fee: AUD 70.00 per night (in/out privileges)
Rollaway bed fee: AUD 75.0 per night
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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

Hotel Names

Old Clare Hotel Chippendale
Old Clare Hotel
Old Clare Chippendale
Old Clare

You should know

Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National Rating

This property has been awarded a star rating from the Australian Star Ratings Agency, Star Ratings Australia.

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*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.