Located in Oamaru and with Bushy Beach reachable within 1.8 miles, Empire Hotel Backpackers has a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The property provides a shared kitchen, and luggage storage for guests. All rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom equipped with a shower. You can play pool at Empire Hotel Backpackers. Moeraki Boulders is 23 miles from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 60 miles from Empire Hotel Backpackers.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
1 twin bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
8.9
Facilities
8.2
Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.3
Value for money
8.8
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
8.8
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Pauline
    France France
    You are near by the Intercity bus stop and also close to the historic center. The staff is friendly. It's clean.
  • Robert
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Very helpful staff. Great location (just around the corner from the historic area)
  • Ian
    Iceland Iceland
    Great location, atmosphere, and while the building is a little old, it's been well kept. Staff is very friendly.

Area info

Amenities of Empire Hotel Backpackers
Great facilities! Review score, 8.2

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Shared kitchen
Activities
  • Pool table
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not possible).
  • Street parking
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Empire Hotel Backpackers takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

From 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guest cannot check in after 21:00.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Empire Hotel Backpackers of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Empire Hotel Backpackers

  • Empire Hotel Backpackers is 650 feet from the center of Oamaru. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Empire Hotel Backpackers may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Check-in at Empire Hotel Backpackers is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Empire Hotel Backpackers offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Pool table