The buildings located at 55-71 Harrington Street and the potential archaeological resources under the modern concrete slabs have considerable research and educational value. They are an accessible resource in The Rocks for interpretation and education for students, tourists and the wider community.
They offer research potential and opportunities to interpret aspects the historic development pattern of The Rocks including the range of terrace building styles, surviving elements from the early hotel, increased density, urban improvements and preservation campaigns. The site has potential to add to the knowledge about the history of settlement in this area and the occupation and activities of people who worked and lived here in the period after 1816 and a number of phases in the 19th century.
