Empire Backpackers

1.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Oamaru

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Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8,4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Non-smoking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (3)

  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Room options

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Showing 7 of 7 rooms

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

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Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

King Single, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

Highlights

Shared/communal kitchen
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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About the area

Map
13 Thames Street, Oamaru, OTAGO, 9400

What's nearby

  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 2 min walk
  • Steampunk HQ - 2 min walk
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 5 min walk
  • Oamaru Harbour - 7 min walk
  • Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Galleon Complex - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Coast Restaurant & Cafe - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Kfc - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Empire Backpackers

Enjoy your visit to Oamaru with a stay at Empire Backpackers. Guests will have free perks like WiFi and self parking.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 13 rooms

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
  • Check-out time is 10:00 AM

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • The front desk is open daily from 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM
  • Front desk staffed during limited hours
  • This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum guest age is 18
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free onsite self parking

Other information

  • Smoke-free property
  • Caters to adults only

Property amenities

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Room amenities

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Fees & policies

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Backpackers offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Empire Backpackers does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Empire Backpackers?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Empire Backpackers?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Empire Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
What's the area around Empire Backpackers like?
Empire Backpackers is a short 2-minute walk from Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail and 2 minutes' walk from Steampunk HQ.

Empire Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8,4

Very good

8,4/10

Cleanliness

9,2/10

Staff & service

8,8/10

Amenities

8,0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

I loved the historic building, right in the old precinct. Homely, comfortable & great kitchen, lounge, bathrooms. Supermarket & shops all very close. Staff are helpful & friendly. A "home away from home".
Anne, 4-night family trip
Verified Lastminute guest review

10/10 Exceptional

The kitchen was very clean.In particular,the hostel staff is very nice!
Pei-Hsuan, 1-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Daniel, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Hotels.com guest review

6/10 Good

A lady at reception said I was only guest at the room but it was not. That was okay.. However, although the room was quite big, there was only one small heater which didn't really work. The kitchen is pretty neat and the shower room as well, anyway. Just staying and sleeping are no problem.
1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

市内中心部にあって便利。施設は古めかしいが清潔にしている。
市内中心部にあって便利です。朝10時頃に行ったのだが、すぐにチェックインさせてくれた。施設は全般的に古めかしいが、清潔にしている。共用台所は使いやすい。
1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review