The Old Clare Hotel
He had help, of course. Sydney architects Tonkin Zulaikha Greer are well known in Australia, and for good reason, as they’ve got a knack for putting existing, often industrial, spaces to new use. And you could do worse, for a canvas to work on, than the Art Deco Clare Hotel, which has been joined together with the Victorian-era Carlton United Breweries headquarters by enclosing the alleyway that ran between the two. The result is roughly one part lovingly preserved historical patina and one part ultra-modern, ultra-tasteful luxury, an impressive achievement and one that puts the Old Clare at the top of a lot of design junkies’ must-try lists.
They won’t be disappointed. Peng’s hotels have a history of delivering on their design promise with substantial comforts and a vibrant social life — here represented by the Clare Bar, with its high-design pub atmosphere, as well as a rooftop bar that features cocktails, light bites, and a perfect al fresco vibe. The Old Clare’ll put Chippendale on the map for future visitors to Sydney, and that’s more than you can expect most boutique hotels to do.
Location
Guest Score & Reviews
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Great room Nice pool

Great design

Outstanding location near Central Station for accessing Homebush, Surry Hills local dining, Mrs Macquarie's chair and Circular Quay via the light rail. Room was neatly appointed. King bed was very comfortable. Nice products used in the bathroom too. Food/drinks at the restaurant were good with nice strong coffee.

Stylish rooms, great overall atmosphere!
Rooms & Rates
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Chippendale Loft
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Fits 3 people but not more than 2 adults
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1 King Bed or 2 Single Beds
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495 ft²/46 m².
Includes:
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub
- Carpeted floor
- Central heating
- Coffee/tea
- Crib (on request)
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Hardwood floor
- IPod docking station
- Iron
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Phones
- Private bedroom and sitting area over two levels
- Rain shower
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Separate bedroom
- Separate living room
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Triumph & Disaster bath amenities
- Wake up service


Abercrombie Room
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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344 ft²/32 m².
Includes:
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub
- Carpeted floor
- Central heating
- Coffee/tea
- Crib (on request)
- Hairdryer
- Hardwood floor
- Iron
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Phones
- Rain shower
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Stand up shower
- Television
- Triumph & Disaster bath amenities
- Wake up service


Clare Suite
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Fits 2 people
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1 King Bed
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473 ft²/44 m².
Includes:
- Air conditioning
- Bathtub
- Carpeted floor
- Central heating
- Coffee/tea
- Hairdryer
- Hardwood floor
- Iron
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Phones
- Rain shower
- Safe
- Television
- Triumph & Disaster bath amenities
- Wake up service


Mary O' Suite
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Fits 3 people but not more than 2 adults
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1 King Bed
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645 ft²/60 m².
Includes:
- Air conditioning
- Arm chair
- Bathtub
- Carpeted floor
- Central heating
- Coffee/tea
- Crib (on request)
- Dining Table
- Espresso machine
- Hairdryer
- Hardwood floor
- IPod docking station
- Iron
- Minibar
- Minifridge
- Phones
- Rain shower
- Rollaway bed (on request)
- Safe
- Separate bedroom
- Separate living room
- Sofa
- Television
- Wake up service
- Wet bar