Near Railway Square, The Old Clare Hotel offers a luxurious retreat with a rooftop terrace, poolside bar and coffee shop. Dip into the swimming pool or unwind on sun loungers while enjoying cooked-to-order breakfast at Clare Bar. Helpful multilingual staff are available to ensure your stay is seamless.
University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
Capitol Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
International Convention Centre Sydney - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
Getting around
Sydney Airport (SYD) - 21 min drive
Sydney Central Station - 8 min walk
Sydney Redfern Station - 12 min walk
Exhibition Centre Station - 13 min walk
Central Light Rail Station - 8 min walk
Capitol Square Light Rail Station - 9 min walk
Paddy's Markets Light Rail Station - 10 min walk
Restaurants
McDonald's - 2 min walk
Spice Alley - 1 min walk
KFC - 2 min walk
Bar Broadway - 1 min walk
The Underground UTS - 2 min walk
About this property
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels features a rooftop terrace and puts you within a 10-minute walk of Capitol Theatre. You can splash around at the outdoor pool, visit the coffee shop/cafe for a bite to eat or unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Other highlights at this luxurious hotel include a poolside bar, a fitness centre and a terrace. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff. The property is only a short walk to public transportation: Central Light Rail Station is 8 minutes and Capitol Square Light Rail Station is 9 minutes.
Languages
English, French, German, Italian, Spanish
At a glance
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Hotel size
69 rooms
Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
DONE
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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (16 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding
No cots (infant beds)
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Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING
Parking
Off-site parking within 492 ft (AUD 55 per night)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–11:30 AM
2 bars/lounges
Restaurant
Poolside bar
Coffee shop
Room service (limited hours)
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Childcare in room (surcharge)
Baby bath
Pool gate
What to do
Ecotours nearby
Working away
3 meeting rooms
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Bike hire
Pool loungers
Romance packages
Facilities
2 buildings/towers
Built in 1911
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Rooftop terrace
Library
Fitness centre
An outdoor pool
Banquet hall
Outdoor furniture
Art Deco architecture
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
40-inch flat-screen TV
Digital TV channels
Streaming services
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Espresso maker
Electric kettle
Bathrobes and slippers
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Down duvet
Blackout curtains
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
What to enjoy
In-room massage
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Partially open bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free newspapers
Free WiFi
Free local calls
Desk chair
Food and drink
Microwave (on request)
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Clare Bar – This bar serves lunch, dinner and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Longshore – This fine-dining restaurant specialises in seafood and only serves dinner. Reservations are required. Open selected days.
The Rooftop at The Clare – This poolside rooftop bar serves brunch, lunch, dinner and light fare. Open selected days.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately AUD 10 to 35 per person
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 per cent
Housekeeping is offered for an extra charge
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
Children & extra beds
In-room babysitting is available for an extra charge
Rollaway beds are available for AUD 70 per night
Parking
Parking is available nearby and costs AUD 55 per night (492 ft away)
Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
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
Does The Old Clare by Ode Hotels offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Old Clare by Ode Hotels does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?
Yes, there's an outdoor pool. Guests have pool access from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM.
Are pets allowed at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Contactless check-out is available.
Is there an on-site casino at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Star Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.
What is there to do at The Old Clare by Ode Hotels and nearby?
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels has 2 bars and an outdoor pool, as well as a fitness centre.
Are there restaurants at or near The Old Clare by Ode Hotels?
Yes, Clare Bar offers seafood and poolside dining.
What's the area around The Old Clare by Ode Hotels like?
The Old Clare by Ode Hotels is in Chippendale, a short 8-minute walk from Central Light Rail Station and 10 minutes' walk from Capitol Theatre.
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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Reviews
Reviews
9.2
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.4/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.6/10
Eco-friendliness
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The rooftop pool was a bonus feature, offering a great spot for a dip before exploring the city. (3 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10
Great location and facilities.
Stephen
1-night trip
10/10
Great vibe
Moana
1-night trip
10/10
excellent hotel
RICK
2-night trip
10/10
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.
Tina
3-night trip
10/10
Great location
Lisa
4-night trip
10/10
Gorgeous property with an exceptional roof top pool and bar as well. The location next to spice market was key for my food preferences!
Justin
2-night trip
8/10
It is nice to stay there.
Nobuo
5-night trip
10/10
Our stay was amazing! Great location, amenities and staff were friendly!
maddie
2-night trip
10/10
Spacious rooms, lovely staff. Excellent location. Pool/Rooftop bar and the Gym were somewhat lacking unfortunately, but otherwise a great stay
Christopher
10-night trip
10/10
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.
Stephen
2-night trip
10/10
Amazing decor, service, wonderful comfy room and great bathroom. Pool on the roof a bonus. Sweets in the lobby were eaten :)
Andy
1-night trip
10/10
Transportation is very easy
Peggy
4-night trip
10/10
Perfect place to relax and recover from jet lag. Friendly staff, unique building and design, super comfortable room.
Catherine
1-night trip
6/10
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
Raymond
2-night trip
8/10
The Clare is an awesome hotel.
Like like a lot.
Position, food, atmos….
DAMIEN
1-night trip
10/10
great room & service, my room had a bathtub and a turntable.. perfect ;)
Heath
1-night trip
10/10
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 :)
Loridana
2-night trip
6/10
The rooms are old and need some love for the price you are charging.
John
1-night trip
10/10
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.
Alicia
1-night trip
10/10
Great location and beautiful hotel!
thi
3-night trip
10/10
Great hotel in central location.
Kim
3-night trip
10/10
Great stylish hotel
Stephanie
1-night trip
10/10
Absolute stunning hotel, friendly helpful staff. Great location.
Lisa
1-night trip
2/10
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.
Benjamin
10-night trip
10/10
Great location to access public transportation, friendly and accomodating staff, most importantly clean with a great eclectic vibe. Would definitely stay again.