Ravesi's Hotel and Restaurant
Bondi's Hippest Hotel Located on Australia's most famous and happening stretch of sand, Ravesi's is at the heart of Bondi's alluring beachside lifestyle; fusing together stylish accommodation, casually elegant dining, and glamorous nightlife. Recently named the State's Hotel Bar of the Year, Ravesi's boasts Sydney's most incredible beachside views, and is the perfect place to relax, unwind and soak up Australia's sun-drenched surrounds. Stay in one of the hotel's 12 designer rooms, enjoy the best of contemporary Australian cuisine, indulge with fresh and fabulous cocktails at "Drift", Ravesi's exclusive new cocktail lounge; and when the sun goes down be ready to play - at Sydney's hottest beachside bar! Enjoy the best of Bondi. Eat, play, and stay at Ravesi's.
Drift, Bondi's hottest A-List party playground, on Sydney's most famous beach, is the name on everyone's lips! Opened December 2007, Drift is just one year young! At Drift, high-profile locals and Sydneysiders looking for an exclusive and casually luxurious space to relax, and discover Ravesi's uncompromising service, exotic cocktails, contemporary Australiasian tapas focused on showcasing Australia's premium produce; and world class wine and spirit experiences. Set against one of this country's most breathtaking backdrops, Drift presents the ideal place for locals and guests to relax, unwind and soak up Sydney's most incredible sun-drenched surrounds; taking contemporary luxury to new heights in Bondi. From the gentlest of pacific breezes floating in through the sweeping arches of the heritage edifice; to the postcard views of the deep blue to aqua waters and white sands of Bondi beach; Drift captures the natural, timeless beauty and simple pleasures of Sydney's coastal life. Drift is open for guests: Monday - Wednesday Closed
Located right on Bondi Beach, overlooking a panorama of breathtaking coastal views, Ravesi's Restaurant is the quintessential Bondi experience and a delight for culinary explorers. Combining Bondi's casual friendliness with elegant comfortable surrounds and luxurious cuisine, Ravesi's restaurant offers guests the opportunity to feast upon the terrace or behind sweeping arched windows with incredible views of the deep blue to aqua waters of Bondi beach, whilst enjoying Executive Chef Darren Elmes' culinary creations. Hours of Operation Monday - Friday Saturday & Sunday
Ravesi's is where Bondi's beautiful people play. The ideal space to relax, unwind and soak up the sun-drenched surrounds; Ravesi's stylish street side bar and new high-end luxury cocktail lounge - Drift; can offer après beach respite, with cooling ales and crisp wines; or excite, with world-class cocktails and premium spirits. Under the creative direction of Jeremy Shipley one of Australia's leading mixologists the cocktail menu boasts elegant delights showcasing the region's most exotic and tropical flavours. Ravesi's summer cocktail menu is a sensory fusion, mixing the region's freshest ingredients to create passionate tipples named ‘Lychee Love', ‘Tropical Thunder' and ‘Porn Star'; with sophisticated international teasers answering to ‘Italian Sour', ‘Asian Carerra', and ‘Japanese Cobbler'; with a sprinkling of good old beachside mainstays such as Pina Colada, taking on a new life at Ravesi's. From glorious summer days to glittering and glamorous nights Ravesi's casually elegant surrounds combine Bondi's beachside cool with Sydney's shimmering nights. A place where Bondi's A-List locals and celebrities can and do play on, Ravesi's is at the center of Bondi's alluring nightlife. Hours of Operation
On the doorstep of Australia's most famous stretch of sand, Ravesi's Hotel accommodation offers all the ingredients for the perfect break away. Stroll across the boulevard and within seconds Bondi's legendary white sand, striking sun and dazzling surf awaits you. Stroll a few moments more and explore coastal walks to the north and south. If you're looking for something closer to home wander down Bondi's backstreets and discover some of Sydney's hottest new designers and boutiques or meander through the weekend markets. And with all that strolling, fuel your feet with the vast range of fresh and delectable delights offered in Bondi's eclectic restaurants and thriving cafés; before you get ready to hop on a bus, or hail a cab for that short trip into Sydney's CBD. With 12 stunning and individually unique designer guest rooms created by renowned designer and abstract artist Dane van Bree; Ravesi's rooms are an expression of chic, understated luxury. Decorated with an Aboriginal palate of black, copper and bronze to create a distinctive Australian take on contemporary elegance and classic sophistication; the sleek, clean lines and use of natural light and brilliant white is off set by Bree's own abstract feature painting, in each room. A delight to the senses, Ravesi's Hotel is a place to stay - a while. Accommodation Breakdown 4 Side View Rooms @ AUD $249 Room Facilities
Ravesi's Corner, a Bondi icon, was built by the Ravesi brothers in 1914 after migrating from Italy. Throughout the first half of the century the building consisted of eight flats on the upper floors and a variety of shops on the ground level. One of the shops operated as a traditional Italian coffee shop and for many years the Ravesi's brothers could be seen in their customary white aprons serving coffee to Bondi regulars or standing out the front watching the passing parade. As the years went by, age and the harsh beachfront conditions took their toll. The buildings' condition deteriorated and eventually the family decided the upkeep was too much and they decided to sell the building. In 1986 the current owners purchased the building. At the time the structure was in very poor condition. A complete upgrade followed. The façade was retained due to its heritage value. The interior of the building was completely redone over two years to incorporate a large restaurant (located on the 1st floor), 16 hotel rooms (now 12) and suites, a hotel reception area and 5 shops (on the ground floor). In 2001 the restaurant was closed and another major refurbishment commenced. This included creating two new bar areas; one where the corner retail outlet existed and the other in the lower ground floor storage area. In May 2002, the refurbishment was completed, the licence granted and the bars opened. They have been an overwhelming success. Soon after, the refurbishment of the hotel suites began making Ravesi's the only boutique hotel in Bondi. Conceived by designer and artist Dane van Bree the guestrooms have been individually decorated to make each distinct and unique. Now home to Sydney's hottest bar, Drift, Ravesi's sets the benchmark for Bondi. Opened December 2007; the bar is a mainstay at premium end of Sydney's hospitality offerings; and provides a high-end home for Bondi's A-List locals and Sydneysiders, looking for a luxury experience. Synonymous with Bondi's glamorous coastal lifestyle; Ravesi's excellent Australian cuisine, boutique accommodation and fashionable bars are a familiar and favoured destination for chic locals and luxury loving visitors. Committed to presenting the best of Bondi to local and international guests, Ravesi's continues to set standards of excellence on Australia's most famous beach.
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Darren Elmes - Executive Chef | Jeremy Shipley - Drift Mixologist | |