About The Arthouse Hotel
The Arthouse Hotel is a hotel and pub located at 275 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000. A heritage-listed hub for art, music, and cocktails. The venue has 21 approved gaming machines (pokies). It is rated 4 out of 5 from 870 Google reviews. A food and drinks menu is listed below. Phone: (02) 9284 1200.
A heritage-listed hub for art, music, and cocktails
Located in the heart of Sydney's CBD on Pitt Street, The Arthouse Hotel is housed in the historic former Sydney School of Arts building, which dates back to 1836. This landmark venue blends 19th-century grand architecture with a contemporary social atmosphere. It features multiple bars, a dedicated restaurant, and versatile event spaces, famously maintaining its creative roots through regular art exhibitions and life drawing classes.
What The Arthouse Hotel offers
Restaurant
Food served
Bar
21 Gaming machines
Night club
Establishment
Events
Open now
The Arthouse Hotel location and map
Opening times
Frequently asked questions about The Arthouse Hotel
Where is The Arthouse Hotel located?
The Arthouse Hotel is located at 275 Pitt St, Sydney NSW 2000. It is a hotel and pub in the suburb of Sydney, New South Wales.
What are the opening hours of The Arthouse Hotel?
The Arthouse Hotel opening hours: Monday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Tuesday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Wednesday: 10:00 AM to 12:00 AM; Thursday: 10:00 AM to 1:30 AM; Friday: 10:00 AM to 3:00 AM; Saturday: 10:00 AM to 3:30 AM; Sunday: Closed. Hours can change on public holidays, so check with the venue before visiting.
Does The Arthouse Hotel have pokies?
Yes. The Arthouse Hotel has 21 gaming machines (pokies) approved under its NSW hotel licence, ranking number 511 among NSW hotels by gaming machine numbers.
Does The Arthouse Hotel serve food?
Yes. The Arthouse Hotel serves food and its menu with prices is listed on this page. Kitchen hours may differ from the venue opening hours.
Does The Arthouse Hotel have a bar?
Yes. The Arthouse Hotel holds a NSW liquor hotel licence and serves alcoholic drinks at the bar.
What is the phone number for The Arthouse Hotel?
You can phone The Arthouse Hotel on (02) 9284 1200.
How is The Arthouse Hotel rated?
The Arthouse Hotel is rated 4 out of 5 based on 870 Google reviews.
Which venues are near The Arthouse Hotel?
Licensed venues close to The Arthouse Hotel include Criterion Hotel, Hotel Sweeney's, Coronation Hotel SYDNEY, City Tattersalls Club. See the nearby venues list on this page for distances and details.
Hotel Services & Facilities
Dining & Bars
Graffiti Ristorante
A stylish dining space offering Italian-inspired cuisine, including wood-fired pizzas, handmade pasta, and seasonal Mediterranean mains.
Graffiti Bar
A vibrant street-level bar featuring an extensive list of craft beers, wines, and signature cocktails in a social setting.
The Attic
An intimate cocktail lounge located on the upper level, offering a plush, vintage-style atmosphere perfect for late-night drinks.
The Dome Bar
A grand, circular bar situated under the building's heritage dome, specializing in premium spirits and classic cocktails.
Entertainment & Leisure
Life Drawing Classes
The venue's signature creative event, allowing guests to sketch live models in a social environment with a drink in hand.
Art Exhibitions
Rotating displays of contemporary and local artwork featured throughout the venue's gallery spaces.
Live DJs
Regular performances by local DJs on Friday and Saturday nights, providing house and lounge music for the weekend crowd.
Family Features
Bistro Dining
Family-friendly dining options are available during lunch and early dinner hours, with child-appropriate portions available upon request.
Functions & Events
The Attic
A private upper-level space suitable for cocktail parties and corporate networking for up to 150 guests.
The Galley
A versatile event space equipped for corporate presentations, product launches, and private dinners.
The Dome
A grand heritage space with high ceilings, ideal for weddings, large-scale cocktail events, and gala dinners.
Event Coordination
Professional in-house planning services for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations including catering and AV support.
Amenities & Services
Heritage Architecture
The venue preserves the original 1836 School of Arts features, including the grand staircase and high ornate ceilings.
CBD Location
Centrally located within walking distance of Town Hall Station, Museum Station, and major Sydney shopping precincts.
Free Wi-Fi
Complimentary high-speed internet access available for guests throughout the bars and function spaces.
Our Food & Drinks Menu
* Please note that all images are for illustration purposes only and actual serving will vastly differ.
The Arthouse Hotel reviews
3 Star Review by Jacques Bergh
Beautiful venue with a big imposing open bar. Finishes are great but from there its all a bit middle of the road. Foods ok but not great. Beers are mostly in tins and if you ask for a glass they pour it into a pint glass. Steak roll served with a butter knife not a steak knife. Service is efficient but not friendly or even warm. A venue where a little direction and purpose will turn a three star experience into a five star experience.
4 Star Review by Paolo Villacarlos
Not a bad place to come for some after work drinks. The food upstairs at Artasian is quite good, although a bit pricey. Good if the company is paying, but I dont know if Id skip Haymarket for this. The drink vibes are pretty solidnice selection of beers with a mix of basic beers and crafty choices. Espresso martinis on point.
5 Star Review by Gary Daly
What a great experience. Drink beer and draw naked people. There is no final exam, take your charcoal and your pad and enjoy the ambience. Last time I checked it was $7.00 for entry every Monday night from 6pm until 9:30pm (approx). Not being an art school graduate my first life drawing experience was awkward in the sense that I was self conscious in regards to my life drawing ability. It doesnt matter. Any level, any experience or zero experience you find a seat, but a beer and simply enjoy creating a personal life drawing catalogue. I think its a great idea for a second Tinder date. It opens up the conversation and if you go with a date match I think it gives you the upper hand in the unique dating stakes. This review is preciously about the Art House hotel on Pitt Street Sydney not the hotel as a whole. Though I have had enough beers at the Art House Hotel to recommend it as a worthy drinking hole. The building that the Art House Hotel resides has a great history in Sydney. The building was in the early days of the 20th century as a centre for the understanding of Australias First Nation Peoples. If in Sydney make sure you experience the Monday night life drawing. Experience public nudity (life drawing) create and drink beer. Awesome.
5 Star Review by Daria Sarachakova
We were there Saturday night, it was empty, only 5-7 visitors, I guess it gets more crowded during week nights. The interior was great, we had a beer and wine and kept walking.
4 Star Review by Gaurav Poudel
Excellent ambiance and lighting, a simple bar with a corporate-y feel. Trying to be artistic-theme, the place feels wide and secluded from the Town Hall rush. Nice place to catch a couple beers with your mates.
5 Star Review by Ange
Really nice place for after work drinks, food and drinks were pretty good as well, standard for a bar.
5 Star Review by Sharon Knight
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5 Star Review by John Brace
Great atmosphere and really food beer
3 Star Review by Benjamin Andre
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3 Star Review by Maurice Lahoud
My partners vegie nachos weren't good, corn chips tasted stale, there was meant be a bean mixture, no beans were in it, there was a mixture of carrot, corn and peas, not what I want in nachos and the whole thing tasted sweet. On a more positive note my vegie burger was very enjoyable