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8 / 10 Guest Rating

Empire Hotel Backpackers

Thames street 13, Oamaru, nz

Empire Hotel Backpackers - main view

About the Property

Charming Backpacker's Haven in Oamaru

Unique Garden Setting: Enjoy the serene garden surroundings at Empire Hotel Backpackers, perfect for relaxation after a day of exploration.

Convenient Amenities: Benefit from free WiFi, shared kitchen facilities, and luggage storage, ensuring a comfortable stay for all guests.

Entertainment Options: Have a blast playing billiards in the shared lounge, adding a fun and social element to your stay.

Experience comfort and camaraderie at Empire Hotel Backpackers – book now for an unforgettable adventure in Oamaru!

Facilities & Amenities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Heating
Family rooms
Garden
Laundry
Luggage storage

Important Information

Check-in & Out

Check-in
Check-out10:00 AM

Property Notes

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 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. A deposit may be required at the property.

Check Room Availability

1 night · 2 adults

Available Rooms

Budget Double Room - Photo 1
Budget Double Room - Photo 2
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Budget Double Room

The double room offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 1 bed.

7 sqm
Sleeps 2
1 Double bed (131-150 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerHair dryerToiletHeatingToilet paperBody soap

Budget Double Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$70.66

$56.53

Includes taxes & fees
Budget Twin Room - Photo 1
Budget Twin Room - Photo 2
Budget Twin Room - Photo 3
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Budget Twin Room

The twin room offers a carpeted floor, heating, as well as a shared bathroom featuring a shower and a hairdryer. The unit offers 2 beds.

7 sqm
Sleeps 2
2 Twin bed (90-130 cm wide)
Amenities
ShowerHair dryerToiletHeatingToilet paperBody soap

Budget Twin Room

Non-refundable
Room Only
20% OFF$70.66

$56.53

Includes taxes & fees

Guest Reviews

8
Excellent724 verified reviews
AI Summary

Guests highly rate the central location and frequently praise the friendly staff.

Categories

Cleanliness7.4
Service8.4
Location8.9
Room Quality7.3
Amenities8.4
Value for Money7.8
Food and Beverage7.9
Overall Experience7.9

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A
AnnacaCA
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 20, 2026

"Good"

6.0

The location was great. Appreciated the free parking.

The place is certainly showing it's age and lack of care. No one checks the bathrooms, which ran out of toilet paper in the evening and wasn't replaced in the morning.

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RotanzNZ
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Close to everything very handy

It's basic

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PiaseSE
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Not doing it again."

2.0

The location and free parking.

You receive your key in a little stapled envelope and sadly I found two more of these on the floor in our room.. So this means nobody has cleaned in there for at least two earlier guests. The sheets did feel and look clean but the carpet was nasty and my partner had to go wash his feet after walking barefoot on it.

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M
MaciejplPL
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 19, 2026

"Good"

6.0
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YOjpJP
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 18, 2026

"旅人のための素晴らしい宿です。"

10.0

自転車旅の途中に二泊しました。 伝統的なホテルをそのままホステルにしてるので、建物全体の雰囲気が素晴らしいです。 水回り等は清潔で、熱いシャワーが勢い良く出ます。キッチンやハングアウトスペースも十分な広さです。ランドリーもあります。(洗濯乾燥ともに1時間4NZD) オマルーでの滞在をきっと良いものしてくれる宿でしょう。

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F
FoxgbGB
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 16, 2026

"Exceptional"

10.0
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JeznzNZ
Verified booking
family_with_children
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Really nice atmosphere, and had everything we needed - can recommend!"

10.0

Good atmosphere; relaxed whilst still keeping things quiet and tidy

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GUYfrFR
Verified booking
couple
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Passable"

6.0

Bonne situation en centre ville.

Établissement vieillot nécessiterait un rafraîchissement. Pas de poubelles de tri..

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Yu-TingtwTW
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"The location is nice but I wouldn’t want to stay here for more than one night."

7.0

The location is great as it’s close to all the major sites. A huge free parking lot behind the hostel. All facilities are pretty clean.

There is no curtain for the bed, and there is a weird smell in the room.

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SebastiandeDE
Verified booking
solo_traveller
Standard Room
Stayed in Mar 15, 2026

"Very Good"

7.0

Die Lage ist top. Kostenlose viele Parkplätze direkt hinterm hotel. Zentral gelegen und mit kostenlosen Poolbillard chillige lobby mit Gitarre und vielen Spielen und Büchern.

Der check in erfolgt ohne Personal, was man vorher einfach kommunizieren sollte. Es liegen nur Schlüssel im Umschlag ihne namen oder Zimmergrösse Art. Musste anrufen, dann wurde gesagt welche Nummer

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