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Price: $150.00 – $250.00 pp
Guests: 65
Bedrooms: 69
Description
Description
The Old Clare, part of the Ode Hotels collection, uniquely blends historic charm with perfected modern amenities. This classic hotel venue is located in Chippendale, Sydney, well-known for its stylish interiors and exceptional service.
The Old Clare Hotel: Wedding Spaces
Whether you plan a small gathering or a vivid wedding party, consider one of the event spaces at the Old Clare Hotel:
- The C.U.B: Historic room with original timber panelling, parquetry floor and restored bathrooms; capacity: 40 people for a banquet, 50 people for a cocktail event
- The Mary O’Suite: A one-bedroom apartment with a dedicated seating area for private dinners; capacity: 25 people cocktail-steel
- The Clair Bar: This lovely combination of classic Aussie Pub and hotel’s bar, is ideal for friendly receptions; capacity: 100 guests cocktail-style and banquet
- The Rooftop: Glamorous venue glass canopy and city skyline vistas; capacity: 30 guests banquet style, 100 cocktail-style
- Tosh Bar: Contemporary setting on the ground floor, features polished concrete floors, exposed brick walls and large windows; capacity: 50 guests banquet style, 100 cocktail-style
- Heritage Stairs: Unique space for an intimate wedding ceremony and attractive photos; the grand staircase oversized topaz pendant lights
There are a few more private dining options for meals under 20 guests.
Wedding Catering at The Old Hotel
The culinary team at The Old Hotel prepares classic multiple-course meals and has an excellent selection of canapés and food stations. For example, a 3-course menu consists of:
- Entrée: Aged black angus beef, Tasmanian Ocean trout cruddo
- Mains: Charcoal Riverine Sirloin, Roasted Barramundi
- Dessert: Vanilla bean ice cream, dark chocolate creme aux
Canapé menus include a selection of hot, cold and substantial items, available for 1-4 hours of service and a minimum of ten guests.
The venue has classic, premium and bougie beverage packages with different drink selections and optional add-ons.
Get more information for wedding and event managers at the Old Clare Hotel.
Overview of The Old Clare Hotel
Wedding Venue Type
Hotel
Wedding Venue Capacity
Dining Capacity
65
Reception Capacity
110
Wedding Venue Accommodation
No. of Bedrooms
69
Sleeps No. of People
150
Bridal Suite
Standard Room
Wedding Ceremony & Reception
Sound system available
Wedding Venue Details
AC
Decorations
Disabled access
On-site parking
Outdoor Reception Space
Transportation / Shuttle
WiFi
City View
Landscaped gardens
Wedding Catering
Alcohol license
Bar
In-house catering
In-House Wine List
Kosher catering
Vegan catering
Pricing for The Old Clare Hotel
Pricing for The Old Clare Hotel
What's Included?
Exclusive use
Furniture included
Private room(s) included (non-exclusive use)
Wine / soft drinks allowance per guest
Non consumables (e.g. linen, lights etc.)
Starting at $150pp for a sit down 2 course meal with 2 hours beverage package.
Hide detailsReviews (10)
(10)
- MMiranda W18/08/2026We Did Our Photography In The Hotel We Did Our Photography In The HotelWe’ve stayed at the Old Clare a few times but most recently for our wedding weekend as our venue was in Kensington Street. The team went above and beyond to make sure our wedding weekend was really special and had everything we needed, particularly on the wedding morning during getting ready when things can get a bit chaotic with lots of vendors arriving. We did most of our photography in the hotel to make the most of the stunning decor and the team were so accommodating. We’ve stayed at the Old Clare a few times but most recently for our wedding weekend as our venue was in Kensington Street. The team went above and beyond to make sure our wedding weekend was really special and had everything we needed, particularly on the wedding morning during getting ready when things can get a bit chaotic with lots of vendors arriving. We did most of our photography in the hotel to make the most of the stunning decor and the team were so accommodating.
- AAbbey Sweeney18/08/2026Organising, Pricing & Communication Was Fabulous Organising, Pricing & Communication Was FabulousThank you so much to you and your team for everything leading up to our engagement. Organising everything, the pricing, communication was fabulous. We had an absolutely incredible time. We honestly have no complaints or negative feedback. The whole team was so helpful. Bailey was incredible. He was really on top of everything on the day, and kept us updated with our bar tab. The food was great and just an overall exceptional experience. We feel very grateful to have had our engagement with youThank you so much to you and your team for everything leading up to our engagement. Organising everything, the pricing, communication was fabulous. We had an absolutely incredible time. We honestly have no complaints or negative feedback. The whole team was so helpful. Bailey was incredible. He was really on top of everything on the day, and kept us updated with our bar tab. The food was great and just an overall exceptional experience. We feel very grateful to have had our engagement with you
- SSally & Alex18/08/2026We Can't Fault Anything- I was a fantastic nightWe Can't Fault Anything- I was a fantastic nightWe can't fault anything really! It was a fantastic night and suited us perfectly. We had great feedback from our guests about the venue, and the canapes. Timing of food was perfect and the bar was very organised. Sorry we can't provide anything more useful as we were very impressed. Kind regards, Sally & Alex We can't fault anything really! It was a fantastic night and suited us perfectly. We had great feedback from our guests about the venue, and the canapes. Timing of food was perfect and the bar was very organised. Sorry we can't provide anything more useful as we were very impressed. Kind regards, Sally & Alex
- DDimuthu Hewa18/08/2026Service & All Aspects were Exceptional Service & All Aspects were ExceptionalI just wanted to thank you both for the amazing day that myself, my new husband and our families had at The Old Clare on Saturday. The staff, the service and all aspects of the experience were exceptional. You made our day so easy, and we had the best time! Thank you again. Sincerely, Dimuthu I just wanted to thank you both for the amazing day that myself, my new husband and our families had at The Old Clare on Saturday. The staff, the service and all aspects of the experience were exceptional. You made our day so easy, and we had the best time! Thank you again. Sincerely, Dimuthu
- LLauren O' Hara18/08/2026A Beautiful Day & Everything Went Smoothly A Beautiful Day & Everything Went SmoothlyThank you to the team at Old Clare for hosting us. It was a beautiful day and everything went really smoothly. The staff were very friendly and professional, and it was a lovely atmosphere. We were very grateful that the menu could be made vegan. Thanks again for your clear communication throughout the planning. Thank you to the team at Old Clare for hosting us. It was a beautiful day and everything went really smoothly. The staff were very friendly and professional, and it was a lovely atmosphere. We were very grateful that the menu could be made vegan. Thanks again for your clear communication throughout the planning.
- Damon O'Donahue05/02/2024everything was perfecteverything was perfectThe staff make the place even better! Nish on front reception was so accommodating as we arrived early. Lunch at the Clare Bar was excellent with Juan making sure that everything was perfect. It's these little things that make the venue. Again, Juan was on breakfast and looked after us so well. Thank you gentlemen We will be staying there again as the rooms are spacious and spotless, but it's the young staff that truly make itThe staff make the place even better! Nish on front reception was so accommodating as we arrived early. Lunch at the Clare Bar was excellent with Juan making sure that everything was perfect. It's these little things that make the venue. Again, Juan was on breakfast and looked after us so well. Thank you gentlemen We will be staying there again as the rooms are spacious and spotless, but it's the young staff that truly make it
- CCaitlin Moore05/02/2024room was gorgeousroom was gorgeousThis was our second time staying at the Old Clare and we had a beautiful experience. The staff are so helpful and friendly, and the room was gorgeous. It has my favourite rooftop pool and I love the Art Deco style and uniqueness of every room. We will definitely be back!This was our second time staying at the Old Clare and we had a beautiful experience. The staff are so helpful and friendly, and the room was gorgeous. It has my favourite rooftop pool and I love the Art Deco style and uniqueness of every room. We will definitely be back!
- Bryan Fry05/02/2024extremely helpful extremely helpfulWe had a wedding at the Old Clare last Friday and the team there were extremely helpful and very attentive. Elodie from the Events team was excellent in terms of her communication and customer service. Rooms were great for the stay, very clean and they had a discount for pre-payment which was appreciated. Would recommend this place a lot.We had a wedding at the Old Clare last Friday and the team there were extremely helpful and very attentive. Elodie from the Events team was excellent in terms of her communication and customer service. Rooms were great for the stay, very clean and they had a discount for pre-payment which was appreciated. Would recommend this place a lot.
- OOlivia Williams05/02/2024Loved the rooftop barLoved the rooftop barLoved the rooftop bar - had my wedding drinks there and it was fabLoved the rooftop bar - had my wedding drinks there and it was fab
- Steffi Zayn05/02/2024What a wonderful two nights What a wonderful two nightsWe chose to spend our wedding night at The Old Clare Hotel as we wanted our furbaby to be with us. We are so happy with our decision! What a wonderful two nights it was spent in the Abercrombie room 😄 Carolina Lopez emailed us after we made our booking and was so helpful and friendly from the get go. We checked in past midnight and received a lovely handwritten note from Jess along with some goodies. Rama and all other staff we met were excellent and made us feel special.We chose to spend our wedding night at The Old Clare Hotel as we wanted our furbaby to be with us. We are so happy with our decision! What a wonderful two nights it was spent in the Abercrombie room 😄 Carolina Lopez emailed us after we made our booking and was so helpful and friendly from the get go. We checked in past midnight and received a lovely handwritten note from Jess along with some goodies. Rama and all other staff we met were excellent and made us feel special.
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FAQs
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Where is The Old Clare Hotel located in Sydney?
The Old Clare Hotel is situated in the vibrant suburb of Chippendale, Sydney, New South Wales. This central location offers easy access to the city's attractions and transport links.
What types of wedding spaces does The Old Clare Hotel offer?
The venue provides a variety of wedding spaces including:
- The C.U.B: Historic room with original timber paneling and parquetry flooring, accommodating up to 40 guests for a banquet and 50 for a cocktail event.
- The Mary O’Suite: A one-bedroom apartment suitable for private dinners with a capacity of 25 guests cocktail-style.
- The Clair Bar: A blend of classic Aussie pub and hotel bar, ideal for receptions with capacity for 100 guests cocktail or banquet-style.
- The Rooftop: Features a glass canopy with city skyline views, hosting up to 30 banquet-style and 100 cocktail-style guests.
- Tosh Bar: A contemporary ground floor setting with polished concrete floors and exposed brick, suitable for 50 banquet or 100 cocktail-style guests.
- Heritage Stairs: Perfect for intimate wedding ceremonies and photos with unique lighting ambiance.
Can The Old Clare Hotel accommodate small and large wedding parties?
Yes, The Old Clare Hotel caters to both small gatherings and big wedding celebrations. With varied event spaces ranging from intimate suites to large bars and rooftop areas, it accommodates groups from under 20 guests to up to 100 guests cocktail-style.
What wedding catering options are available at The Old Clare Hotel?
The in-house culinary team offers classic multiple-course meals and a wide selection of canapés and food stations. For example, a 3-course menu might include:
- Entrée: Aged black angus beef or Tasmanian Ocean trout crudo
- Main: Charcoal Riverine sirloin or roasted barramundi
- Dessert: Vanilla bean ice cream or dark chocolate crème aux
Canapé menus feature hot, cold, and substantial items served for 1-4 hours, ideal for guest minimums of 10.
What beverage packages does The Old Clare Hotel provide for weddings?
The venue offers classic, premium, and bougie beverage packages, each featuring a curated selection of drinks. Optional add-ons allow customization to suit your wedding’s style and preferences.
Is The Old Clare Hotel suitable for wedding ceremonies as well as receptions?
Absolutely. The Heritage Stairs provide a unique and intimate space for wedding ceremonies, complemented by elegant lighting and perfect photo opportunities. Receptions can be held in various other spaces like The C.U.B, Clair Bar, or the Rooftop.
Are there private dining options for smaller wedding groups at The Old Clare Hotel?
Yes, in addition to larger event spaces, The Old Clare Hotel offers several private dining rooms ideal for meals with fewer than 20 guests, ensuring an exclusive and cozy atmosphere.
Does The Old Clare Hotel combine historic charm with modern amenities?
Yes, the hotel uniquely blends its historic architectural features, like original timber paneling and parquetry floors, with perfected modern amenities and stylish interiors to provide a sophisticated wedding venue.
How can wedding planners get more information about organizing an event at The Old Clare Hotel?
Wedding and event managers can contact The Old Clare Hotel directly to receive detailed information, plan site visits, and discuss tailored wedding packages to ensure a seamless event experience.
