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The Old Clare Hotel
5 stars

The Old Clare Hotel

1 Kensington Street, Sydney, NSW 2008, Australia
Sydney, Australia
See location+61 282 778 277
From
C$ 227
Cheapest

rate per night

8.4
Very good
based on 1252 reviews
1,252 reviews
Room type
Provider
Nightly total
King room
C$ 227
Standard Room
C$ 241

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The Old Clare Hotel is situated in Sydney and is within a short walk of local attractions, such as Capitol Theatre, Chinatown and Powerhouse Museum. It is also a short walk from Central Railway Station, Sydney and Regent Street Railway Station.

The hotel offers a plunge pool and a swimming pool together with a pool-side bar. Facilities include free wireless internet, valet parking and 24-hour room service.

The Old Clare Hotel features 62 rooms, all of which are filled with a range of facilities to ensure an enjoyable stay.

During their stay at the hotel, guests can enjoy a meal at Automata, which serves local, regional and international specialties.

The Old Clare Hotel is less than a 20-minute drive from Sydney Airport and World Tower is a short stroll away. The hotel's multilingual staff will make sure that every traveler has a comfortable stay.

Rating
8.4
Very good
Based on 1,252 verified guest reviews

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Prices are based on 1 night including GST, excluding local taxes and fees.

Amenities at The Old Clare Hotel

  • Outdoor pool
  • Fitness centre
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Room service
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Coffee machine
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Flat-screen TV

Accessibility and suitability

  • Entire unit located on ground floor
  • Entire unit wheelchair accessible
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Hypoallergenic pillow
  • No smoking
  • Lowered sink
  • Non-feather pillow
  • Disabled Access
  • Roll-in shower
  • Elevator
  • Shower chair
  • Accessible by elevator
  • Allergy-free room
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator

Basics

  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Free toiletries
  • Smoke alarms
  • Heating
  • Air-conditioned
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Linens
  • Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Adapter
  • Body soap
  • Trash cans
  • Conditioner

Dining

  • Wine glasses
  • Electric kettle
  • Special diet menus (on request)
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/Lounge
  • Food can be delivered to guest accommodation
  • Minibar
  • Snack bar
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Tea/coffee maker
  • Kettle
  • Coffee machine
  • Dining area
  • Dining table

General

  • Family rooms
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Interconnected room(s) available
  • Storage available
  • Quiet street view
  • Seating area
  • Slippers
  • Sofa
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Soundproofing
  • Telephone
  • Carpeted
  • Tile/marble floor

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Raised toilet
  • Shower
  • Shower cap
  • Bathtub
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Walk-in shower

Services and conveniences

  • Car rental
  • Wake-up service
  • Concierge service
  • Currency exchange on-site
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
  • Room service
  • Key card access
  • 24hr front desk
  • Safety deposit box

Pool and spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool towels
  • Rooftop pool
  • Massage
  • Pool bar

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Ironing service
  • Laundry service
  • Pants press
  • Iron and ironing board

Bedroom

  • Extra-long beds (> 2 metres)
  • Feather pillow
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
  • Wardrobe or closet

Things to do

  • Gift shop
  • Eco tourism
  • Bicycle rental
  • Casino
  • Cycling

Media and entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV
  • Streaming service
  • TV
  • Smartphone dock

Workspace

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Desk

Health and safety

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Safe

Family friendly

  • Babysitting or child care
  • Cribs available

Parking and transportation

  • Parking

Outdoor

  • Terrace/Patio

Fitness

  • Fitness centre

Reviews of The Old Clare Hotel

8.4
Very good
1252 verified ratings
Wonderful
791
Very good
220
Good
120
Okay
54
Fair
32
Mediocre
19
Poor
16

Summary of reviews

Guests say
Guests appreciated the hotel's great location and spacious rooms, along with a tasty breakfast. However, many reviews highlighted issues with cleanliness, particularly in the rooms, and a lack of service during their stay. The comfort of the beds was also a concern for some guests, affecting their overall experience.
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Location9 out of 10
Room Size8 out of 10
Breakfast7.5 out of 10
Cleanliness3.5 out of 10
Service3.5 out of 10
Bed Comfort3 out of 10
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9.1
Wonderful
Thomas, Mar 2019
Pros (+) Hip boutique hotel in a great location.

Location

1 Kensington Street, Sydney, NSW 2008

What's nearby

  • Darling Harbour1.1 km
  • George Street1.3 km
  • University of Sydney1.4 km
  • Hyde Park1.5 km
  • Sydney Tower1.7 km
  • Australian National Maritime Museum1.7 km
  • St Mary's Cathedral1.8 km
  • Star Casino1.9 km
  • Moore Park2.2 km
  • Sydney Cricket Ground2.3 km
  • Kings Cross2.4 km
  • Circular Quay2.7 km

Policies

Check-in/Check-out

Check in anytime after 3:00 PM, check out anytime before 11:00 AM

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Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.

Essential information about The Old Clare Hotel

Low season

November

High season

November

Average price (weeknight)

C$ 357
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KAYAK's top tips for your stay at The Old Clare Hotel

  • How long should you stay at The Old Clare Hotel? KAYAK users usually book their rooms here for 1 day.

FAQs when booking at The Old Clare Hotel

  • Where is The Old Clare Hotel located?

    The Old Clare Hotel is located at 1 Kensington Street in Chippendale, 0.9 km from the centre of Sydney. Darling Harbour is the closest landmark to The Old Clare Hotel.

  • When is check-in time and check-out time at The Old Clare Hotel?

    Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out time is 11:00 AM at The Old Clare Hotel.

  • Does The Old Clare Hotel offer free Wi-Fi?

    Yes, The Old Clare Hotel offers free Wi-Fi.

  • How far is The Old Clare Hotel from the airport?

    The Old Clare Hotel is 7.2 km from Sydney Kingsford Smith. The Old Clare Hotel is 133.8 km from Newcastle Williamtown.

  • Does The Old Clare Hotel have a pool?

    Yes, The Old Clare Hotel has a pool on-site.

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Good to know

Value for money

8.0

Distance to downtown

0.9 km

Nearest Airport

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Distance to airport

6.6 km