The Old Clare Hotel

The Old Clare Hotel

1, Kensington Street, Chippendale, New South Wales, 2008
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Events at The Old Clare Hotel Chippendale Located in the vibrant heart of Chippendale, Sydney, The Old Clare Hotel offers a unique venue for events that demand character and style. This beautifully restored heritage building combines rustic charm with sophisticated art deco design, featuring high ceilings, white walls, and rustic timber accents that make each space expansive and inviting. The Old Clare provides a variety of event spaces that cater to creative workshops, lavish corporate events, or corporate functions, such as the elegantly designed C.U.B. Suite or the more subtle and simple Clare Bar. With its central location, surrounded by the best of Sydney’s art galleries and dining, The Old Clare Hotel is the perfect choice for hosts looking to impress and inspire their guests. A snapshot of The Old Clare Hotel Chippendale

  • Versatile spaces from the rooftop to bars
  • Timeless charm within restored heritage rooms
  • Located in Chippendale, close to Sydney’s CBD and cultural hotspots
  • Fine dining dishes crafted from the best local ingredients
  • Collaborate with the team to craft your ideal event experience

Event types supported

Corporate

Venue details

Standing
Standing
Up to 100 guests
Dinner & Dance
Dinner & Dance
Up to 50 guests

Spaces at this venue

The Clare Bar
Capacity
0-100

The Clare Bar

Flexible room setup
The Rooftop
Capacity
0-100

The Rooftop

Flexible room setup
C.U.B. Suite
Capacity
0-50

C.U.B. Suite

Flexible room setup
Showroom Suite
Capacity
0-25

Showroom Suite

Flexible room setup
Mary O' Suite
Capacity
0-15

Mary O' Suite

Flexible room setup
Meeting Room
Capacity
0-16

Meeting Room

Flexible room setup
Heritage Stairs
Capacity
0-15

Heritage Stairs

Flexible room setup

Frequently asked questions

A corporate event at The Old Clare Hotel Chippendale for a Cocktail Package is $200 per person for up to 100 guests, while the Seated Dinner Package is $280 per person for up to 50 guests. Intimate and micro corporate event packages are available.
The Rooftop bar and Clare Bar can accommodate up to 100 guests for a cocktail event. The C.U.B can host 50 guests for cocktails, 40 for a banquet, and 20 in a boardroom setup. The Meeting Room has a capacity of 16, and Longshore can cater to 60 for cocktails or 20 for private dining.
Events at the Rooftop can continue until 10pm, at the Clare bar until 1am and the CUB until 12am. Most spaces have the option to extend event hours until 3am, allowing for flexible end times to suit various event schedules.
The Old Clare Hotel Chippendale is fully equipped to host corporate functions, offering a range of versatile spaces that are perfect for meetings, conferences, and corporate parties, enhanced by state-of-the-art amenities and bespoke catering options.
While The Old Clare Hotel does not have its own parking facility, ample parking is available off-site at the nearby Mercure hotel, which offers over 200 spots, conveniently located next door.

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Fiona Parmley
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