Imperial Hotel Paddington

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Imperial Hotel Paddington is a historic, family-owned pub in Sydney’s Paddington neighborhood offering drinks, classic pub fare, and event spaces in a traditional Australian hotel setting.

Paddington, Sydney, NSW, Australia
imperialhotelpaddington.com.au

About Imperial Hotel Paddington

Imperial Hotel Paddington is a historic, family-owned pub and traditional Australian hotel located in Sydney’s inner-city suburb of Paddington, NSW. Known for its relaxed, locals-first atmosphere, it offers a full bar with tap beers, wines, and classic cocktails, along with bistro-style pub meals such as schnitzels, burgers, and share plates. The venue also features function and event spaces suitable for birthdays, work gatherings, and community events, with bookings and event enquiries handled via their website at imperialhotelpaddington.com.au.

A charge from “Imperial Hotel Paddington,” “Imperial Paddington,” or a similar description may appear on your bank or card statement when you purchase drinks, meals, or bar snacks at the venue, or when you pay a deposit for a private event or function. Charges may also appear if you used a tab that was opened with your card behind the bar, if you pre-authorised a card for a group booking, or if you ordered food and drinks via a QR-code/table-ordering system linked to the venue. In some cases, you might see a temporary authorisation hold (often a rounded amount) when opening a tab or confirming a booking, which is later adjusted to the final spend or released by your bank.

If you’re unsure about a charge from Imperial Hotel Paddington, start by checking the date and amount against any recent visits to the pub, meals, drinks, or events you attended in Paddington, Sydney. Look for email receipts or booking confirmations from imperialhotelpaddington.com.au, and ask any friends or colleagues who may have used your card for a group tab. To resolve questions, contact the venue directly using the phone number or contact form listed on their official website, providing the last four digits of the card, transaction date, and amount so staff can look up your receipt. For billing issues such as incorrect amounts, duplicate charges, or unclosed tabs, the hotel can usually review their point-of-sale records and, if appropriate, process adjustments or refunds back to your original payment method.

Bank Statement Variations

3 known variations

These are the raw merchant codes that appear on bank and credit card statements that we've identified as belonging to Imperial Hotel Paddington.

  1. IMPERIAL HOTEL PADDINGTON AUS
  2. Imperial Hotel Melbourne AUS
  3. Paddington Inn Paddington AUS

Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I see a charge from Imperial Hotel Paddington on my card statement?

This charge typically appears when you’ve purchased drinks, meals, or bar snacks at the Imperial Hotel Paddington in Sydney, or if you paid a deposit for a function or group booking. It may also result from opening a bar tab with your card, or using a QR/table-ordering system linked to the venue. Check whether you visited a pub in Paddington, NSW, around the transaction date, or if someone in your group used your card for a shared tab.

What are common charge amounts from Imperial Hotel Paddington?

Common charges range from about AUD $10–$40 for a round of drinks or a simple meal, up to AUD $80–$200+ for larger group tabs, shared platters, or event spend. Deposits for functions or group bookings may appear as a separate lump sum charge, agreed at the time of booking. If the amount looks higher than expected, it may reflect an open tab that included multiple rounds, surcharges, or food items.

Why is there a larger amount than I remember spending at the bar?

If the final charge is higher than you expected, it may include your entire bar tab, including any drinks ordered after you last checked the balance, plus applicable weekend or public-holiday surcharges. In group settings, extra items ordered by friends on the same tab can also increase the total. You can contact the venue and request a copy of the itemised receipt so you can compare it to what was ordered.

Why do I see a pending or temporary charge from Imperial Hotel Paddington?

When you open a bar tab or secure a function booking, Imperial Hotel Paddington or their payment provider may place a temporary pre-authorisation on your card. This can appear as a pending or slightly rounded amount (for example, AUD $50, $100, or another agreed limit) while they confirm your card is valid. Your bank normally releases any unused portion of that hold within a few business days, leaving only the final settled transaction for the actual spend.

How can I get a receipt or verify what was included in my charge?

You can request a copy of your receipt by contacting Imperial Hotel Paddington directly using the details on imperialhotelpaddington.com.au. Provide the transaction date and approximate time, the exact amount, and the last four digits of the card used so staff can locate the transaction in their point-of-sale system. They can usually email you an itemised receipt showing each drink, meal, surcharge, and any deposit or tab closure.

How do I dispute a charge or request a refund from Imperial Hotel Paddington?

If you believe you were overcharged, double-charged, or billed for items you did not receive, contact the venue first so they can review their till and EFTPOS records. Reach out via phone or the contact form on imperialhotelpaddington.com.au with details of the transaction and your concern; if an error is confirmed, they can typically process a refund or adjustment back to your original payment method. If you cannot resolve it with the venue, you can then raise a dispute with your bank or card issuer.

I paid a deposit for a function at Imperial Hotel Paddington—how is that shown on my statement?

Function deposits or minimum spend guarantees are usually processed as a separate card transaction, often labelled with “Imperial Hotel Paddington” or similar, for the agreed deposit amount. Depending on the terms, this may be deducted from your final bill or partially or fully non-refundable if you cancel late. Check your booking confirmation email for the deposit and cancellation policy, or contact the venue if you are unsure how your deposit was applied.

How can I contact Imperial Hotel Paddington about a mystery charge?

Visit imperialhotelpaddington.com.au and use the listed phone number or contact/enquiry form to reach the team directly. When you contact them, have your transaction details ready: date, time (if known), exact amount, and the last four digits of your card. This information helps staff quickly locate your transaction, explain what was billed, and correct any mistakes if necessary.

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