Empire Backpackers

Rental with Free Wi-Fi

1 star

13 Thames Street, Oamaru 9495

+64 3434 3446
8.1
Very good

based on 660 reviews

$50
Rate

per night

Room type
Provider
Nightly total
Double room

About Empire Backpackers, Oamaru

Cleanliness
8.3
Comfort
8.2
Location
9.4
Services
8.1
Staff
8.9
Value for money
8.7
Set in Oamaru and with Bushy Beach reachable within 2.9 km, Empire Hotel Backpackers offers a garden, non-smoking rooms, free WiFi throughout the property and a shared lounge. The accommodation features a shared kitchen and luggage storage space for guests. All guest rooms at the hostel come with a shared bathroom fitted with a shower. You can play billiards at Empire Hotel Backpackers. Moeraki Boulders is 37 km from the accommodation. The nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 97 km from Empire Hotel Backpackers.

Empire Backpackers room price & deals

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Hostel Amenities & Facilities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Free parking
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Laundry facilities
  • Hairdryer
  • No smoking
  • Smoke alarms
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Designated smoking area

Basics

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Wi-Fi available in all areas
  • Internet
  • Body soap
  • Towels
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Smoke alarms
  • Towels/sheets (extra fee)
  • Heating

Bathroom

  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet
  • Toilet paper
  • Shared bathroom
  • Shower

General

  • Family rooms
  • Carpeted
  • Storage available

Accessibility and suitability

  • No smoking
  • Designated smoking area

Things to do

  • Board games/puzzles
  • Pool table

Parking and transportation

  • Free parking

Media and entertainment

  • Shared lounge/TV area

Outdoor

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities

Dining

  • Shared kitchen

Empire Backpackers Reviews

8.1
Very goodBased on 660 verified guest reviews

Pros +
  • Perfect basic facilities (even an electric blanket! (in 3 reviews)
  • Super friendly and helpful staff! (in 53 reviews)
  • Hotel location is perfect. (in 56 reviews)
Cons -
  • Noisy door slamming on Friday night. (in 5 reviews)
  • Sponges in the kitchen were a bit old/dirty. (in 3 reviews)
  • "An historical building, victorian era building." (in 6 reviews)


Empire Backpackers room booking info

Check in/Check out

Check in anytime after 1:00 PM, check out anytime before 10:00 AM

Cancellation/prepayment

Cancellation/prepayment policies vary by room type and provider.


Frequently asked questions

  • How does Empire Backpackers compare to other 1 star hotels in Oamaru?

    Empire Backpackers is $27 cheaper than the average 1 star hotel in Oamaru. You can usually find a nightly rate of $22 when staying at Empire Backpackers.

  • Does Empire Backpackers have a pool?

    Judging by our data, Empire Backpackers does not have a pool on site, but hotels regularly make additions and changes to their venues and do not always notify us. It would be best to call Empire Backpackers at +64 3434 3446.

  • What is the phone number for Empire Backpackers?

    You can reach the main line at +64 3434 3446.

  • Does Empire Backpackers have Wi-Fi available?

    Yes, Empire Backpackers has Wi-Fi available to hotel guests.

  • What time is check-out for Empire Backpackers?

    For Empire Backpackers, the required check-out time is 10:00 AM. Check-in may be available from 1:00 PM. Any special requests should be made with the concierge.

  • How much is a room at Empire Backpackers?

    Guests can currently expect to pay $24 on average for a night at Empire Backpackers, Oamaru. Enter your desired travel dates in the form above to find deals starting at $21 per night.

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Empire Backpackers location: 13 Thames Street, Oamaru 9495

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