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Burdekin Hotel
Burdekin Hotel, Oxford Street, Darlinghurst NSW, Australia
Burdekin Hotel has five floors, each offering a totally different experience. Hidden away in the basement is Dug Out, also known as Bear Bar, a hangout for bears and their admirers. Heading upstairs you'll find the popular Main Bar, and more intimate gigs hosted in Mini Bar. Viper Room has an industrial feel, while Lava Lounge is the stylish place to be. A new rooftop bar serves cocktails with regular drag shows. Find your favourite space and enjoy yourself.
Bear, Drag, Cocktails, Outdoor Seating
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Popular Bars in Sydney
The Imperial
The Imperial is an iconic queer bar in Erskineville, hosting cabaret shows and acting as a meeting place for the whole community. In the cocktail lounge and on the terrace, you'll find a lively and friendly crowd. Sit back and enjoy drinks, stay for a meal, and watch lively drag shows at the same time. Drag queens are joined by pole dancers and other acts in a camp and community focussed atmosphere.
Palms On Oxford
This laid-back gay nightclub is a place for everyone to come and hang out. There's no attitude here, just good drinks and classic hits in a fun tropical themed space. DJs play tracks from the 80s and 90s for a bit of nostalgia that brings the place to life. With generally free entry and a central location on Oxford Street in the heart of the gay scene, Palms is a popular place to start your night.
The Polo Lounge
Polo Lounge is a modern and stylish space in the super gay Oxford Hotel. Nestled right at the top of the building, this two-level bar serves delicious cocktails in a unique setting. Intimate and elegant, Polo Lounge has beautiful views over the city from its private balcony, plus a cosy fireplace and high-end decor. It's the perfect place for private functions, taking advantage of the inclusive service of this hotel, an institution on the gay scene.
Trade Club
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Ginger's
Ginger's is located in the iconic gay Oxford Hotel in the heart of Sydney's gay scene. The hotel boasts a number of spaces but Ginger's in the place to visit for cocktails and entertainment. There's regular cabaret shows here, which you can enjoy with delicious drinks in a modern space. It features state-of-the-art light and sound technologies, a comfortable lounge area, and a mezzanine level for a unique view of the show.
The Colombian Hotel
The Columbian Hotel hosts a bustling late-night gay bar, full of energy and a lively mixed crowd. There are regular themed dance parties complete with mirror balls in this bright and modern space. The bar serves up delicious cocktails and house DJs keep the party going till late. The dance floor is upstairs with amazing views of Oxford Street, while downstairs you'll find a video bar and a great place to meet people.
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