Rooftop at The Old Clare Hotel

Rooftop at a Hotel
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Private space
1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, 2008 –
Chippendale, Sydney

About this space

Rooftop, a private outdoor space at The Old Clare Hotel, is an elevated poolside terrace framed by city views.

Design: The terrace is contemporary and architectural, featuring timber pergolas, glass balustrades and planted screening. The seating is low-profile and the layout emphasises open sightlines and natural daylight.

Features: The rooftop provides covered cabanas, fixed seating and an open pool edge. The space includes a PA system and speakers and allows hosts to play their own music or bring a DJ. The area has Wi-Fi, a designated dance floor, wheelchair access and accessible toilets.

Ideal for: Social groups seeking a relaxed standing reception or a DJ-led outdoor party in an urban rooftop setting.


Offers and packages

Menu


Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas parties, end-of-year events, festive functions, we do them all.

When it’s time to wrap up the year, The Old Clare Hotel knows how to set the stage for a good time. From corporate Christmas parties to Friendmas lunches and team dinners, we’ll help you throw an event to remember.

Poolside cocktails on the rooftop? A long-table feast under soaring ceilings? Or maybe a relaxed lunch with good tunes and great wine? Whatever the occasion, we’ve got the perfect spot.

With curated menus, advanced AV, and a team that makes it all seamless, just bring the guest list and leave the rest to us
Italian Summer
$105 per person
Italian Summer is our sun‑kissed take on celebrating for those who want to sip, snack, and settle into the late afternoon like they’re on the Amalfi Coast.

Inclusions:
Selection of CINCiN spritz on arrival
Italian-inspired grazing station: Ricotta & balsamic pasta salad cups, Fresh prosciutto + melon skewers, Caprese skewers, Bruschetta tartlets
Giant tiramisu platter
Limoncello digestif

Prices

Sunday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Monday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 10:00 pm. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Theatre
up to 50

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Australian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Paid parking is available on-site (10 spaces)
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
Unavailable: Ground level
Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult

Host rules

No smoking in the building
Damage to the space will result in extra charge
No alcohol allowed after 10:00pm


The Old Clare Hotel is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.


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Location

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Meet your host

Grace Carroll
Member of Tagvenue since January 2026
2h Response time
96% Response rate

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