The Royal Hotel

The Royal Hotel is the last remaining pillar of the age old five-ways institution of Paddington. The night life in the suburb in recent years has taken a hit, with many of the shopfronts on nearby Oxford Street tenantless. The Royal however has made it through this down-turn, and is now arguably leading the way in the area’s newfound revival. The Pub has always been a popular local, and pre-rugby game watering hole for nearby SFS, but a recent set of renovations has seen the venue join the gastro-pub scene. Split over five levels the venue has a space for everyone, the sports bar on the street level, relaxed dining on the second and on top, Paddington’s best kept secret; a tiny, phenomenal rooftop bar with 300 degree views over the city.