Dundee Arms Hotel, Heritage pub in Sydney central business district, Australia.
The Dundee Arms Hotel is a three-story Victorian building with painted sandstone walls and a slate roof located on Sussex Street in Sydney's central business district. The structure retains its original architectural details and functions as part of a larger hotel complex while maintaining its distinct character.
The building was constructed before 1860 and has operated continuously as a pub since its establishment. Thomas Ricketts managed the establishment during the longest period under single ownership, a significant continuity in its early decades.
The pub served as a gathering place for dock workers and sailors employed nearby, a role that shaped its identity as a working-class establishment. This connection to the waterfront community remains visible in how the space is used today.
The building is conveniently located in the city center within walking distance of Darling Harbour. As a heritage-listed property, the interior has been carefully maintained to preserve its original character and layout.
The pub was integrated into the larger Nikko Hotel development in the late 1980s but retained its independent structure and separate operational function. This arrangement allowed the historic building to remain visually distinct while being part of a contemporary hotel complex.
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