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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

4.5 star property

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Terrace/patio
Outdoor pool, open 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM, pool loungers
Exterior
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar
Premium bedding, down duvets, pillow-top beds, minibar

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pool
  • Gym
  • Room service
  • 24/7 front desk

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1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
  • Place, University of Technology Sydney
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Circular Quay
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Sydney Opera House
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

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Room (Kent)

Room (Kent)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 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
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite (Clare)

Suite (Clare)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 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)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the area

Sydney

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.

What's nearby

  • University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Paddy's Market - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Capitol Theatre - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Circular Quay - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Sydney Opera House - 5 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Bar Broadway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Loft UTS - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clare Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Agincourt Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Alex Lee Kitchen - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

Luxury hotel with bars and a fitness center
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 comforters 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 the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and desk chairs, as well as phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include safes and complimentary newspapers. Microwaves, in-room massages, and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include an outdoor pool and a fitness center.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

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.
Enjoy a range of recreational amenities, including an outdoor pool, a fitness center, and bicycles to rent. This Art Deco hotel also features complimentary wireless internet access, concierge services, and a banquet hall.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant or snacks in the coffee shop/cafe. The hotel also offers room service (during limited hours). Relax with a refreshing drink from the poolside bar or one of the 2 bars/lounges. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 11:30 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, a 24-hour front desk, and multilingual staff. This hotel has 3 meeting rooms available for events.
Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available for a surcharge and are served each morning between 7:00 AM and 11:30 AM.
Clare Bar - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered.
Longshore - This fine-dining restaurant specializes in seafood and serves dinner only. Reservations are required. Open select days.
The Rooftop at The Clare - This poolside rooftop bar serves brunch, lunch, dinner, and light fare. Open select days.
Room service (during limited hours) is available.

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 available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Renovations and closures

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 16 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for AUD 70.0 per night
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

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

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Pool access available from 6:00 AM to 9:30 PM
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

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

Reviews

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 370 out of 540 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 112 out of 540 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 35 out of 540 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 540 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 9 out of 540 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Keira

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beds are super comfy, area is trendy and efficient access to areas around Sydney. Lots of nice places to eat and drink.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

david

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Yu, Edmonton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient location but very noisy property. Don’t recommend if you’re a light sleeper.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, great location near the main station.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne, SUMMER HILL

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tegan Leyarnna

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, perfect location and would love to stay again! Would recommend paying extra for breakfast to be included, great value for money!
Stayed 14 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gjorgji

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kwee Ngee

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bardo

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very cool hotel in a great area with plenty of restaurants close to station and city centre.
Laneway next to hotel
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shaylene

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved the historic architecture of the hotel & the location next to the restaurants of Kensington Street was fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Elizabeth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rose Amelia

Stayed 8 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anita

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great helpful and friendly staff. Convenient location. Very clean and tidy. Great food options locally Really liked the history elements.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marusha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This hotel was beautiful. I had the most amazing time.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff was very helpful. Location is convenient to shopping and public transportation.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Benjamin

Liked: Staff & service

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.
Stayed 10 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely the best place to stay in Sydney
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susana

Liked: Amenities
Perfect boutique hotel! Charming and cozy but still full on in style. Excellent service and attention to detail.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Mathew

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025