Beer, Bistro, and a Bed at Sydney’s Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel

The Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel in Sydney

It’s no secret that Aussies like to drink. A lot. It’s all fun while you’re at the pub, but the biggest problem with a big night out is that you have to get back home, or to your hotel. It’s enough to make you wonder why you didn’t just go to the Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel!

That’s right: the Lord Nelson Brewery is a microbrewery, pub, restaurant, and hotel in one.

The Lord Nelson is the first, and only, boutique brewery in Sydney. They brew six 100% natural ales on the premises. The drinks are a little expensive, but they’re so tasty that it’s worth the price. The Admiral Ale is my pick, but there’s plenty of variety to suit all palates.

Variety is also the order of the day when it comes to The Lord Nelson’s eateries. The bar downstairs offers traditional pub fare, with chicken parmas, fish and chips, and a ploughman’s lunch. If you’re in the mood for something a little more up market, the brasserie upstairs is a winner. It serves up modern Australian cuisine like kingfish carpaccios, Himalayan fish curries, and flat roasted spatchcocks.

The accommodation combines modern facilities with old world charm. Its central location in The Rocks means you can walk to most of the city’s attractions. Ensuite rooms cost $190, but you can save $60 by sharing a bathroom with other travellers. This price includes a continental breakfast, the perfect remedy for a nasty hangover.

Location: Lord Nelson Brewery Hotel (map)
Address: 19 Kent Street, The Rocks
Public transport: The pub is a short walk from Circular Quay train station and ferry wharves
Parking: Street parking is available in the nearby streets
Website: http://www.lordnelsonbrewery.com

Image source: Kevin Whelan @ Flickr