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The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

Property class: 4.5

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Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Gym
The current price is $208
$189 nightly
$208 total
Total with taxes and fees
Oct 25 - Oct 26

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1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, NSW, 2008
  • Place, Kensington Street
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Technology Sydney
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Central Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Airport, Sydney, NSW (SYD-Kingsford Smith Intl.)
    ‪10 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Room (Kent)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk with a lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Room (Kent)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • 280 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Loft (Chippendale)

A hotel room with two beds, a large mirror, a wardrobe, and a view of the hallway.

Loft (Chippendale)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(3 reviews)
  • 495 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Abercrombie)

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a freestanding bathtub, and a large window with sheer curtains.

Room (Abercrombie)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Clare)

A modern hotel room with a curved seating area, a bed with a red throw, and two framed artworks on the wall.

Suite (Clare)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Showroom)

A spacious bedroom with a large bed, wooden flooring, and a built-in cabinet with glass doors.

Suite (Showroom)

  • 570 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (Mary O')

A modern bedroom with a large bed, a wooden floor, a chair, and two framed pictures on the walls.

Suite (Mary O')

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite (C.U.B)

A room with a large bed, a desk, and a chair. There are windows and a chandelier.

Suite (C.U.B)

  • 1141 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Room (Connell)

A modern hotel room with two beds, a desk, a television, and large windows with curtains.

Room (Connell)

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Double Beds

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About the neighborhood

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

  • Kensington Street - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Technology Sydney - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Central Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Railway Square - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Paddy's Market - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Clare Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Anita Gelato - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Papparich Express - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Bar Broadway - ‬1 min walk

About this property

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels

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. 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.
Satisfy your appetite at the hotel's coffee shop/cafe, or stay in and take advantage of the 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 served on weekdays from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 11:00 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 on weekdays between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 11:00 AM.
Clare Bar - This bar serves lunch, dinner, and light fare. Happy hour is offered. Open daily.
The Rooftop Bar - Onsite rooftop bar. 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 transportation

  • Offsite parking available (AUD 55 per night)

Food and drink

  • Cooked-to-order breakfast available for a fee 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; AUD 10 to 35 per person
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A poolside bar

Restaurants on site

  • Clare Bar
  • The Rooftop Bar

Things to do

  • Bicycle rentals
  • Gym
  • Heated pool
  • Library
  • Outdoor pool

Family friendly

  • Baby bath
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Water dispenser

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.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 5 floors
  • Art Deco architecture
  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1911
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Designer toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Partially-open bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste (on request)
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels
  • Streaming services

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Limited room service
  • Minibar

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Recycling
  • 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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 allowed for an extra charge of AUD 100 per pet (varies based on length of stay), plus a one-time cleaning fee of AUD 150.00
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only

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

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

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)
  • 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.

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

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

The Old Clare by Ode Hotels Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 404 out of 593 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 123 out of 593 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 42 out of 593 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 593 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 593 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Staff are always helpful with any recommendations. Great walkability to the surrounding neighbourhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and characterful room, very spacious, located in a great area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spacious room, very modern and clean. Good central location.
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great run, great spot!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great rooms, staff super helpful
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room was great, staff friendly, happy with our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at a lovely heritage hotel! Beautiful hotel in a great central area of the Sydney.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We love the charm & casual feeling of The Old Clare. Its easy to get to and there are so many restaurants nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and beautiful hotel!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful and clean
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and facilities.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
excellent hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Our stay was amazing! Great location, amenities and staff were friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Conveniently located, interesting enough decor
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It is nice to stay there.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in central location.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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