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Christmas Party offer

Rooftop at The Old Clare Hotel

Rooftop at a Hotel
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Private space
1 Kensington Street, Chippendale, 2008 –
Chippendale, Sydney
Up to 50
seats
Up to 100
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

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

 Main 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 3 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

FAQ

Yes, guests are welcome to bring their own DJ for exclusive hire bookings. The venue can accommodate music and entertainment as part of the celebration.

Yes. The Rooftop is fully covered with a glass ceiling, walls and protective screens. The only area that is not under cover is the pool.

Yes, the venue can provide and arrange a long table.

No, the venue’s sound system cannot be patched into. DJs must bring their own equipment.

About The Old Clare Hotel

The Old Clare Hotel is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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Meet your host

Grace Carroll
Member of Tagvenue since January 2026
2h Response time
97% Response rate

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