Arcadia Hotel, Sydney

The Arcadia Hotel, originally known as the Imperial Arcade Hotel, was a notable 150-room establishment in Sydney, Australia, developed by James Joynton Smith in the late 19th century. It played a significant role in the city's hospitality scene, with its publican's licence changing hands several times until its closure. The hotel narrowly escaped a fire in 1899 and underwent various ownership changes until it was ultimately demolished in 1961. Today, the site is occupied by Westfield Sydney, making it a point of interest for those exploring the city's history.