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The Old Clare Hotel

Sydney - NSW · Australia

Kensington Street, 1View location

9.2/10Excellent594 Reviews
Cleanliness9.4/109.4
Service9.0/109.0
Comfort9.2/109.2
Condition9.4/109.4
Location10.0/1010.0
Neighborhood9.4/109.4
Amenities8.8/108.8
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About The Old Clare Hotel

The first Unlisted Collection property in Australia, The Old Clare Hotel in Chippendale, Sydney, is a stylish reimagining of heritage buildings. The hotel is an adaptive conversion of the iconic Clare Hotel and former Carlton & United Breweries administration building, offering 62 rooms across a diverse range of styles.

Savvy travelers can expect exceptional hospitality and personalized service in an unpretentious setting—complete with a rooftop pool, meeting room, gym, day spa, and a plethora of dining experiences.

The Clare Bar at the hotel reception playfully reinterprets its history as the 'pub' area of the Clare Hotel, creating a warm welcome for all guests.

In collaboration with Unlisted Collection, three independent restaurants are offered: Automata by Clayton Wells, formerly of Momofuku Seiobo; Silvereye by Sam Miller, former executive sous chef at Noma (San Pellegrino World's Best New Restaurant); and Kensington Street Social by Jason Atherton, Michelin-starred British chef and longtime Unlisted Collection collaborator.

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The Old Clare Hotel is in the heart of Chippendale, an emerging, vibrant neighborhood and a new focal point for Sydney's artistically minded and creative workspaces.

Slightly off the beaten path, Chippendale's artistic endeavors are surrounded by the inner-city buzz of Broadway, cosmopolitan Surry Hills, the Glebe markets, and eclectic Newtown.

With a stay at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels, you'll be centrally located in Sydney, steps from Kensington Street and University of Technology Sydney. This luxury hotel is 0.3 mi (0.5 km) from White Rabbit and 0.3 mi (0.6 km) from Central Park.

Make yourself at home in one of the 69 individually decorated guestrooms, featuring minibars and espresso makers. Your pillowtop bed comes with down comforters and premium bedding. 40-inch flat-screen televisions with digital programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected.

Partially open bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.

Popular amenities

Swimming Pool
Free WiFi
Dining services
Concierge
Laundry
Gym
Entertainment
Non-smoking
Banquet facilities
Accessible facilities

Check-in and check-out

Check-in from 3:00 PM
Check-in until anytime
Check-out until 11:00 AM
Minimum check-in age 18

Hotel policies

No cribs (infant beds) available Professional property host/manager Pets allowed Only dogs and cats are allowed Service animals are allowed Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions

Cleaning and safety

Sanitization
Contactless check-out is available
Essential Travel
Essential workers only - NO

Important information

  • You need to know
    • Up to 2 children 16 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding.
    • The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
    • Contactless check-out is available.
  • Special Instructions
    Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
  • Instructions
    • 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
  • Minimal age
    18
  • Optional fees
    • Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately AUD 10 to 35 per person
    • Nearby parking fee: AUD 55 per night (492 ft away)
    • Pet fee: AUD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay) plus AUD 150.00 one-time cleaning fee
    • Service animals are exempt from fees
    • Rollaway bed fee: AUD 70.0 per night

    The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

  • Spoken Language

    German

    Korean

    English

    Chinese (Mandarin)

    Italian

    Indonesian

    French

    Spanish

Nearby attractions

Kensington Street 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
University of Technology Sydney 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Railway Square 0.2 km / 0.1 mi
Central Park 0.3 km / 0.2 mi
White Rabbit 0.4 km / 0.2 mi
Market City 0.7 km / 0.5 mi
Broadway Shopping Center 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Paddy's Market 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
Capitol Theatre 0.8 km / 0.5 mi
World Square Shopping Centre 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
Chinatown Night Market 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
University of Sydney 1 km / 0.6 mi
Metro Theatre 1.1 km / 0.7 mi
International Convention Centre Sydney 1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Crown Street 1.3 km / 0.8 mi

Hotel facilities & services

Services and fees can vary. Check the selected room details and hotel policies before booking.

  • Total number of rooms: 62
  • hotel
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Car parkExtra charge
  • Key Collection
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour
  • Check-out hour
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wired Internet
  • Wi-fi
  • Local and international calls
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  • Secure parking
  • Valet parkingExtra charge
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Bicycle hire service
  • Babysitting service
  • Multilingual staff
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Terrace
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer
  • Library
  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant: 4
  • Non-smoking area
  • Highchairs
  • Poolside snack bar
  • Meeting room: 3
  • Indoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Outdoor freshwater pool: 1
  • Breakfast a la carte
  • À la carte lunch
  • À la carte dinner
  • Non-smoking establishment
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Fitness
  • Cycling / mountain biking
Meal plans

Meal plan types

Meal options depend on the room and rate you choose. Search your dates to see which meal plans are included.

BB

Bed & Breakfast

BED AND BREAKFAST

Breakfast is included with your stay.

RO

Room Only

Accommodation only. Meals are usually not included.

Upon availability

Room types

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  • DOUBLE KING SIZE BEDDOUBLE • KING SIZE BEDDBL.KG

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    DOUBLE KING SIZE BED

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
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    DOUBLE
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    KING SIZE BED

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    Room code: DBL.KG

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  • Double or Twin TWO BEDSDouble or Twin • TWO BEDSDBT.2B

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    Double or Twin TWO BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    TWO BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.2B

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  • Double or Twin AccessibleDouble or Twin • AccessibleDBT.H6

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    Double or Twin Accessible

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–6 • Adults: max. 6 • Children: max. 3
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    Double or Twin
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    Accessible

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.H6

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  • Room RUN OF HOUSERoom • RUN OF HOUSEROO.RO

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    Room RUN OF HOUSE

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    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    RUN OF HOUSE

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    Room code: ROO.RO

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-2

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: ROO.ST-2

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  • SUITE LOFTSUITE • LOFTSUI.LO

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    SUITE LOFT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
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    SUITE
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    LOFT

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    Room code: SUI.LO

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  • DOUBLE LOFTDOUBLE • LOFTDBL.LO

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    DOUBLE LOFT

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–4 • Adults: max. 4 • Children: max. 3
    Room type
    DOUBLE
    View / characteristic
    LOFT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBL.LO

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST

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    Room STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST

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  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST

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  • Double or Twin STANDARDDouble or Twin • STANDARD • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²DBT.ST
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    Double or Twin STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width, 2 × Double bed 131-150 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Double or Twin
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: DBT.ST

    Room amenities

    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Fitness room
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Housekeeping
    • Bathrobes
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Wi-fi

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • SUITE STANDARDSUITE • STANDARDSUI.ST-1

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    SUITE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.ST-1

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  • SINGLE STANDARDSINGLE • STANDARDSGL.ST

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    SINGLE STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–1 • Adults: max. 1 • Children: max. 0
    Room type
    SINGLE
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SGL.ST

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  • SUITE BUSINESSSUITE • BUSINESSSUI.BS

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    SUITE BUSINESS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
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    BUSINESS

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    Room code: SUI.BS

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  • Room LOFTRoom • LOFT • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²ROO.LO
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    Room LOFT

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    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    LOFT

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.LO

    Room amenities

    • Wi-fi
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Hairdryer
    • Direct dial telephone
    • TV
    • Wheelchair-accessible
    • Alarm clock
    • Toiletries
    • Bathrobes
    • Housekeeping
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Fitness room

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • Room KING SIZE BEDRoom • KING SIZE BED • 1 Bedroom • 25 m²ROO.KG
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    Room KING SIZE BED

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    10 photos

    Room overview

    Non-smoking room
    Room size
    25 m²
    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–2 • Adults: max. 2 • Children: max. 1
    Bed setup
    King-size bed 150-183 width
    Bedrooms
    1
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.KG

    Room amenities

    • TV
    • Direct dial telephone
    • Hairdryer
    • Fitness room
    • Bathroom: 1
    • Outdoor swimming pool
    • Housekeeping
    • Bathrobes
    • Toiletries
    • Alarm clock
    • Wi-fi
    • Wheelchair-accessible

    Available rooms, prices and included facilities are confirmed after you choose your dates and rate.

  • APARTMENT STANDARDAPARTMENT • STANDARDAPT.ST

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    APARTMENT STANDARD

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    APARTMENT
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    STANDARD

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    Room code: APT.ST

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  • Room TWO DOUBLE BEDSRoom • TWO DOUBLE BEDSROO.2D

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    The Old Clare Hotel

    Room TWO DOUBLE BEDS

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    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
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    TWO DOUBLE BEDS

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.2D

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  • SUITE KING SIZE BEDSUITE • KING SIZE BEDSUI.KG

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    SUITE KING SIZE BED

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–8 • Adults: max. 8 • Children: max. 5
    Room type
    SUITE
    View / characteristic
    KING SIZE BED

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: SUI.KG

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  • Room STANDARDRoom • STANDARDROO.ST-10

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    Room STANDARD

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    Room overview

    Occupancy
    Guests: 1–10 • Adults: max. 10 • Children: max. 6
    Room type
    Room
    View / characteristic
    STANDARD

    Adult and child limits apply within the room's total guest limit.

    Room code: ROO.ST-10

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Guest reviews

What other guests saying about The Old Clare Hotel

9.2
Excellent
594 Reviews
Cleanliness
9.4 /10
Service
9.0 /10
Comfort
9.2 /10
Condition
9.4 /10
Location
10.0 /10
Neighborhood
9.4 /10
Amenities
8.8 /10
100 reviews shown
6/10
Pleasant
06 Jul 2026
Samir Al
The room was nice, but the pillows were very uncomfortable and the staff were not very welcoming. They didn’t acknowledge our special occasion, and we had to ask for drink vouchers that were supposed to be included. This is not a 5-star hotel. The room also needs maintenance, as the bathroom cabinet door was broken.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
02 Jul 2026
J
Room had very high ceilings, however the bathroom is just glass (zero privacy if that’s a concern) and lacks any kind of vent. Poor noise insulation from upstairs, with fairly loud running water noise.
6/10
Pleasant
29 Jun 2026
Nick
I was allocated a fairly spartan disabled room on the ground floor looking into a laneway. The sirloin served at the bar was one of the toughest steaks I've eaten in a while. Overall the place just didn't live up to expectations.
Self
8/10
Excellent
27 Jun 2026
Adam
Great location, great vibe.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jun 2026
Laura
Great hotel. Staff are always helpful with any recommendations. Great walkability to the surrounding neighbourhood.
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Verified traveler
Lovely lovely property - beautiful location, amazing property beautifully restored, appropriate amenities and super super conveniently located. And the staff were really kind.

And the rooftop bar is special!
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2026
Rajan
Perfect location. Short walk from Central Station and right next to a street full of eateries. The building is a lovely renovation of the old brewery.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 May 2026
Christof
Beautiful and characterful room, very spacious, located in a great area.
Family
8/10
Excellent
09 May 2026
Cherie
Lovely spacious room, very modern and clean. Good central location.
Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Apr 2026
Zachary
Clean tidy and helpful staff
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2026
Lawrence
What an amazing hotel. Architecturally really interesting and some neat background history too. The staff was extremely polite and helpful, which makes such an important impression. Lots of fun restaurants and good shopping surrounded the hotel. Everything at the property was super-clean and the room was new, modern and very cool. The rooftop pool looked great and was heated, but the weather wasn't cooperative. I didn't partake, but it was clear that the rooftop bar was fun. I liked the eco-policy there: each day you opted to decline having your room made up, you got a food credit at the restaurant. Nice. I'd gladly stay again.
Self
2/10
Poor
16 Mar 2026
saul
I don’t know. I NEVER stayed because of a booking error they were UNWILLING to let me move booking without paying for another night. Speaking the the staff was like taking to an emotionless ai bot. The custom service was transactional at best. Dealing with Louis was like trying to invite human emotion from a broken vending machine.

I booked late one evening and hotels.com glitched and reset search parameters so instead on Tuesday night it reset to that very night! No one would likely have booked the room for same night stay after 8pm. Yet they insisted because they couldn’t have rented the room they would rather loose me as a customer forever (I have stayed here before) then just admit that I didn’t even check in and won’t adjust booking. No call to find out if I was checking in even though they advertise 24 concierge. That would have cleared up the problem. Immediately and they would have won me over as a long term customer.

Not even about the money. I travel for work. Spend 30k a year on hotels. It’s all about customer service. Sometimes taking a $400 hit to save the customer is worth it. Also I know people are leveraging ai but hiring humanoid robots to work your concierge would show more understanding for the situation. It’s not a value proposition.

And hotels.com… you’re gonna loose out even more. I’ll just use bookings.com. I use them more anyway. Poor effort.
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2026
Masha
The gym is deteriorating with every visit
Partner
6/10
Pleasant
27 Feb 2026
Nichole
There was absolutely no staff
Visibility to help with luggage we had to lug our own luggage to our rooms which is unheard of / previous owners had bell staff to take your luggage from the car - foyer areas are very run down - whole hotel needs a revamp as it’s looking very stayed - it is such a shame as we have been here many times under the old owners and loved it every time - this time we have been left wanting - even the rooftop bar was empty which tells you something - this used to ALwAyS be pumping …. Do better to stay competitive
10/10
Exceptional
15 Feb 2026
Christy
Great run, great spot!
Business_and_leisure Family
8/10
Excellent
04 Feb 2026
Rajiv
Fantastic location and very modern room. Only thing that was a little unnerving was that the all-glass shower stall is in the middle of the room and has no curtains or anyway to shield the view inside the shower from anyone in the room. May be awkward for couples sharing a room who are no comfortable being completely undressed in front of each other. There were also several times that there was no one at the front desk. But otherwise a very comfortable stay in a beautiful hotel.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2026
Antonio
Beautiful and clean
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
04 Jan 2026
Victor
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.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
27 Dec 2025
Nicole
Room was great, staff friendly, happy with our stay
Friends_and_family Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2025
andrew
Great rooms, staff super helpful
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
19 Nov 2025
David
Great stay at a lovely heritage hotel! Beautiful hotel in a great central area of the Sydney.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Nov 2025
Marcia
We love the charm & casual feeling of The Old Clare. Its easy to get to and there are so many restaurants nearby.
8/10
Excellent
30 Oct 2025
Ian
Nice room
Business
8/10
Excellent
19 Oct 2025
Steven
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.
Leisure Self
4/10
Poor
07 Oct 2025
Michael
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.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
25 Sep 2025
Rachel
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.
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
24 Sep 2025
Marius
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!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
18 Sep 2025
Diego

Syd

Great place to stay centrally located in Sydbey
Business
6/10
Pleasant
15 Sep 2025
Peter
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.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
14 Sep 2025
Astika
Conveniently located, interesting enough decor
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
13 Sep 2025
Brian

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.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
05 Sep 2025
Courtney Elizabeth
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!
Leisure Friends
10/10
Exceptional
02 Sep 2025
Li
Highly recommended
Leisure
8/10
Excellent
01 Sep 2025
Roy
Great hotel. Walking distance (20 mins stroll) to ICC. Definitely will stay again.
Business Self
8/10
Excellent
29 Aug 2025
Wendy
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
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
27 Aug 2025
Asher
Great unique boutique hotel, loved the comfy plush bed! Loved the room layout! Loved everything - location was aces- only problem I saw was when I dropped something and had to look under the bed- it was caked in dust! If you guys clean under your beds you’d be epic - I’d have given five stars for cleanliness then!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jul 2025
Julie

Stunning.

Stunning. Quirky and dramatic appointments. Luxury bath in the middle of the room. An experience more than a stay.

Julie
Business
10/10
Exceptional
16 Jul 2025
Keira
Beds are super comfy, area is trendy and efficient access to areas around Sydney. Lots of nice places to eat and drink.
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
12 Jul 2025
Yu
Convenient location but very noisy property. Don’t recommend if you’re a light sleeper.
Leisure Partner
8/10
Excellent
01 Jul 2025
Marion
Lovely hotel, great location near the main station.
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jun 2025
Tom
Had a lovely one night stay. Swam in the rooftop pool after a walk in darling harbour, and enjoyed an amazing breakfast.

Would definitely stay again.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jun 2025
Tegan Leyarnna
Lovely hotel, perfect location and would love to stay again! Would recommend paying extra for breakfast to be included, great value for money!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Jun 2025
Kwee Ngee
It's in an old building which makes it quaint and yet the rooms are modern and well maintain. Breakfast was great. Staff were very friendly. Would definitely stay at the hotel again. I like boutique hotels and this was one of the best that I have stayed.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
27 May 2025
Bardo
Very cool hotel in a great area with plenty of restaurants close to station and city centre.
Business Self
10/10
Exceptional
25 May 2025
Richard
We loved the historic architecture of the hotel & the location next to the restaurants of Kensington Street was fantastic
Leisure
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Anita
My parents had a brilliant stay at your hotel. Excellent location and amenities. Helpful staff and dining options in the hotel. Would recommend and stay again!
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
15 Apr 2025
Simon
Great helpful and friendly staff.
Convenient location.
Very clean and tidy.
Great food options locally

Really liked the history elements.
10/10
Exceptional
13 Apr 2025
Marusha
This hotel was beautiful. I had the most amazing time.
10/10
Exceptional
06 Apr 2025
Katherine
Staff was very helpful. Location is convenient to shopping and public transportation.
Leisure Friends
2/10
Poor
04 Apr 2025
Benjamin

Noisy!

I loved the hotel, the staff, and location! Why the one star review? The noise!!!

I spent 10 nights in the Mary O’ Suite for $6500 aud. Lovely room with lots of space and one of the few rooms with privacy in the bathroom. Just a note, the room no longer has a record player but a Bluetooth speaker.

Spice alley stacks all their trash cans right outside the hotel and they don’t recycle. From 10pm to midnight you will hear people sorting through the cans for bottles. Anywhere from 5am to 7am you are going to hear the garbage pickup of 30 trash cans. Everyday!

The hotel listed the room as sound proofed, it is not. They sound proofed 2 of the windows, but the curved one in the bedroom is a single pane. You will hear everything! When I asked the front desk why it wasn’t sound proofed as advertised they said it was because of the building heritage. It’s not heritage, it’s because it is because it was more difficult or more expensive. If you stay here, be prepared to sleep with earplugs in. Shame on them for lying on the listing.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
19 Mar 2025
Steve
Absolutely the best place to stay in Sydney
10/10
Exceptional
15 Mar 2025
Susana
Perfect boutique hotel! Charming and cozy but still full on in style. Excellent service and attention to detail.
4/10
Poor
12 Mar 2025
Mathew
Upon arrival the front desk was empty. Wasn't made aware at any point during the process that we would have a door to adjoining room. The food at the bar was not great. Both my partner and I barely ate half our meals before getting up and walking out. When we arrived back later that night our card to get back in wasn't working and a staff member was required to let us in.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Feb 2025
Moana
Great vibe
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
13 Feb 2025
Raymond
The hotel is over priced for what you get and the service was often tardy
The rooms are clean but noisy and had to ask for more than two towels
Some facilities were closed or had private functions so couldn’t use
Breakfast good but everything expensive
The area is good for food but a long way from the harbour.
The lift rooms are very small in the bedroom area
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
04 Feb 2025
Justin
Gorgeous property with an exceptional roof top pool and bar as well. The location next to spice market was key for my food preferences!
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
30 Jan 2025
Christopher
Spacious rooms, lovely staff. Excellent location. Pool/Rooftop bar and the Gym were somewhat lacking unfortunately, but otherwise a great stay
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
29 Jan 2025
Loridana
We had to book very last minute (midnight!) due to our airbnb not being sufficient. Fab, who was on reception for the night went above and beyond to ensure we felt comfortable after our recent experience and absolutely turned our night around! We got upgraded to the Showroom Suite which was phenomenal and not something we would have booked however moving forward it will be the room we book for our frequent Sydney trips. Thank you to the staff - great experience and stay. Very happy and grateful :)
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
24 Jan 2025
Andy

Fantastic option in Sydney

Amazing decor, service, wonderful comfy room and great bathroom. Pool on the roof a bonus. Sweets in the lobby were eaten :)
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
20 Jan 2025
Tina
Would highly recommend
Reception lovely helpful people, bar has a fantastic ambience, rooms beautiful and clean, vwey spacious, just a fantastic place to stay, loved it.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
17 Jan 2025
Alicia
As we booked through Expedia we couldn’t check in before 3 pm. Unfortunately we could not have a late check out because we booked through Expedia.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
12 Jan 2025
Stephen
Great location and facilities.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
09 Jan 2025
Stephen
Our second stay here and we will keep coming back. Located in a great part of the city close to central station. Room is spacious and modern and the Old Clare located connected to the hotel is a great place to kick off your evenings.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
07 Jan 2025
Lisa
Great location
10/10
Exceptional
06 Jan 2025
Peggy
Transportation is very easy
8/10
Excellent
02 Jan 2025
Adam
My wife and I stayed at the Old Calre last year for our wedding anniversary and we enjoyed it so much we thought we would come back again. Unfortunately we thought the hotel had slipped somewhat - even walking into the lobby to check in in there was a noticeable difference. The staff seemed indifferent mostly - not rude - but not doing anything to show they really cared. The room was clean and we love the set up, but the mattress was very soft, far too much so. The pool was lovely, though even there the little things like tiles missing and an over all run down look was disappointing. Plus the roof top bar closed so early at 8pm. Sorry to say but we will consider other options next year.
10/10
Exceptional
01 Jan 2025
RICK
excellent hotel
Leisure Partner
6/10
Pleasant
05 Dec 2024
John
The rooms are old and need some love for the price you are charging.
6/10
Pleasant
04 Dec 2024
Aeshe
Yes its a beautiful old building in the heart of Sydney. However after 9pm arriving late friday night limited food and not 24hr in room dining, no staff to help unload or get to your room, its help yourself, staff could do with customer training, Parking miles away and hard to understand directions from 1 counter staff member. Cant open the windows.
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Dec 2024
maddie
Our stay was amazing! Great location, amenities and staff were friendly!
10/10
Exceptional
13 Oct 2024
Catherine
Perfect place to relax and recover from jet lag. Friendly staff, unique building and design, super comfortable room.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
21 Sep 2024
Heath
great room & service, my room had a bathtub and a turntable.. perfect ;)
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
20 Sep 2024
Phillip
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8/10
Excellent
19 Sep 2024
DAMIEN
The Clare is an awesome hotel.
Like like a lot.
Position, food, atmos….
Friends_and_family Family
6/10
Pleasant
18 Aug 2024
Xenia
Pretty underwhelmed by the hotel - felt a bit tired, my business partner found rubbish under the bed (clothing tags and labels), so missing a bit of attention to detail. The parking was a bit convoluted, provided a video link to find the entrance, but a map would have been much easier to follow that a 3 x speed video of a car driving.
Business
10/10
Exceptional
08 Jun 2024
Nick

New memories @ Old Clare

It was a lovely hotel - modern comfort and luxury in a deconstructed artchitecture that reveals the historical significance of the building and area. The stay was made more memorable because of the friendly services!

Just a note - the shower room is all glass and for guests who want more privacy, that might be a concern.
Partner
8/10
Excellent
28 Apr 2024
Corey
Clever use of the building to create large open rooms and relaxing bathroom spaces. Rooftop bar was a highlight! Great for out of town visitors, a staycation for us - glad we did it but lacked warmth and an atmosphere.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
04 Apr 2024
Tim
What an absolute disaster of a hotel. It was awful from the moment we arrived to when we fled this edifice of misery. On arrival we were greeted by a surly and disinterested front desk attendant and then had to navigate past trays of stale and festering room service cluttering the corridors only to find our room had seen better days, a long time ago. This hotel would be given 1 star by Russians in the eighties. It’s grey, worn out and grimy. That they claim to be 5star and charge what they do is outrageous and worthy of a police investigation. It’s a miserable dive. The only good part of our stay was leaving.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Mar 2024
Eloise
The staff were impeccable
10/10
Exceptional
09 Mar 2024
Charles

Wonderful staff

Great place. Amazing people. Lots of restaurants and amenities close-by. Stayed here twice in the last month. Will be back.
Self
8/10
Excellent
04 Mar 2024
Marion
There was no lounge for resident guests, no bikkies in the room to have with my pills and tea in the morning. Otherwise a quirky and interesting hotel with quality fittings.
Leisure Self
6/10
Pleasant
26 Feb 2024
Robert
Beautifully styled hotel, but the building hasn’t been soundproofed and as a consequence noise from late at night and started again at 5.50am with refuse collection.
Good to be back home now for a decent night’s sleep.
An expensive choice for poor sound insulation and no breakfast inclusion
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
14 Jan 2024
Chloe
This is my 5th or 6th time staying at The Old Clare. It is by far my favourite hotel in Sydney. Great location, friendly staff, rooms are spacious and of an impeccable standard.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
11 Jan 2024
Damon
Nish on reception and Juan in F & B are both exceptional!
Thanks for making our stay so pleasurable
Leisure Family
10/10
Exceptional
02 Jan 2024
Marcelo
Room was exactly as pictured on the website. Also enjoyed the proximity to Central Train station for ease of travel around town and Spice Alley is right next door for lots of dining options.
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
29 Dec 2023
Andrew

Hip, cool & central

Excellent location - 6 mins walk to Central Station which connects to just about anywhere in Sydney via tram, train, bus or light rail.

Despite the central location, this hotel has a rooftop pool! Awesome for a dip before heading into town.

We walked to many places in Sydney - and an Uber back from Barangaroo took only 11 mins!

The room was ver big and double glazing kept it relatively quiet inside.

Lots of cool architecture and restaurants nearby.

Thoroughly recommend for a short stay to explore Sydney.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
28 Dec 2023
Carmel
A brilliant, eclectically styled and stylish hotel option that is centrally located.
Room was excellent.
The bed incredibly comfortable.
Hotel amenities were fantastic.
Staff super helpful.
Would stay again.
Leisure Partner
2/10
Poor
22 Dec 2023
Thomas

Really poor hotel

Honestly, this hotel is pretty rough. On the surface it looks nice enough, but during our three night stay we ran into a pretty large list of problems that demonstrate just how little the management care about the guest experience at the Old Clare. To be clear, all the staff we spoke to were friendly, polite and apologetic. This isn't a staff problem, but a management one. Here goes...

1) The room we were put in (101) has a terrible problem with traffic noise. Not just noise, but also deep vibrations from the large vehicles passing by on Broadway (one of the busiest, most 24/7 roads in the city). There was a limited effort at sound proofing in place, but the downside of that is that the windows couldn't be opened, which leads to issue number 2...

2) The place doesn't smell great. The lobby area smells of old cooking oil whilst the room smells of stale fast food and even light cigarette smoke. Without the ability to open windows, this isn't awesome.

3) The beds are genuinely the worst I've ever slept in. They are either extremely old and have lost all structure, or the hotel deliberately chose the softest, saggiest mattresses they could find. This will be subjective, but if a very very soft bed bothers you, you will definitely want to avoid this place. It was actually so bad that for the last night we threw in the towel and booked a cheap room at the Mercure next door just so we could sleep.
Partner
10/10
Exceptional
21 Dec 2023
Richard
great
8/10
Excellent
12 Dec 2023
Kristy
I had ongoing issues with the lights in andnthrnppwer socket in my room not working
Self
10/10
Exceptional
03 Oct 2023
Phoenix
The Old Clare is an exceptional boutique hotel option if you are looking to explore Sydney from a central location. The rooms are beautifully renovated with insanely tall ceilings, luxe toiletries, and literally the most comfortable beds and pillows I have ever experienced. Seriously, I am going to email the hotel to ask what they are so I can get some for myself. The staff is also amazing, the food is excellent, and the rooftop pool is Instagram worthy. Highly recommended!
Leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
08 Sep 2023
Julian
Gorgeous property, style in spades, and an old charm that feels luxe but never generic. The staff were superb and the bar and breakfast place in the lobby are not only convenient but very charming. Highly recommend.
Business_and_leisure Self
10/10
Exceptional
31 Aug 2023
Kim
Great hotel in central location.
10/10
Exceptional
16 Aug 2023
Amy
Great location to access public transportation, friendly and accomodating staff, most importantly clean with a great eclectic vibe. Would definitely stay again.
6/10
Pleasant
06 Aug 2023
Sharon
Nice hotel. Unique design. Clean.
Beds super soft, feel like a cloud, but no support, so very uncomfortable for a whole night sleep. Very noisey street noise late into the evening. Very limited in house dining options. Went to bar downstairs, small space, but cosy. Bar staff seemed unhappy, with no enthusiasm for any kind of customer service. 50-minute wait for bar style food. Morning coffee (both mornings) order luke warm, even when asked for extra hot. Unlikely to stay again.
Leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
31 Jul 2023
Benjamin
Great place! Well located!
10/10
Exceptional
05 Jun 2023
David

Wedding venue a muct

We attended my daughters wedding on the 2nd and the experience was outstanding.
Friends_and_family Friends
10/10
Exceptional
14 May 2023
Thomas
Really nice stay and would highly recommend to anyone! Good size rooms, comfy, great facilities and friendly staff! Also very convenient location.

Only downside was when I asked to checkout just 45 minutes later due to flight times. They said it would cost $30 which I think is unnecessary.
10/10
Exceptional
28 Apr 2023
Cindy
We loved the Old Clare Hotel! Such a great vibe in and around the hotel, with plenty of options for dining and a little bit of shopping all within walking distance.

Was pleasantly surprised and would most certainly recommend!
Business_and_leisure Partner
10/10
Exceptional
25 Apr 2023
Stephanie
Great stylish hotel

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Kensington Street, 1, Chippendale, Australia

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