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Empire Backpackers

1.5 star property
Adults-only hostel in Oamaru with free parking

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Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets
Free WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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13 Thames Street, Oamaru, OTAGO, 9400
  • Place, Steampunk HQ
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, North Otago Museum
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Oamaru Harbour
    ‪6 min walk‬

Room options

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Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Budget Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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King Single, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

King Single, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Large Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Women only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, 1 Twin Bed, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Shared Dormitory, Men only, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom | Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Oamaru

Empire Backpackers places you next to Forrester Gallery and National Bank. This 13-room hostel welcomes guests with conveniences like free in-room WiFi, free self parking, and laundry facilities.
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What's nearby

  • Steampunk HQ - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • North Otago Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Oamaru Harbour - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Restaurants

  • ‪Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Coast - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Indian Kitchen Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Harbour St Bakery - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Empire Backpackers

Adults-only hostel in Oamaru with free parking
Guests staying at Empire Backpackers enjoy free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. If you drive, put free parking to good use. Front-desk staff can help with luggage storage, and provide local restaurant recommendations.
Guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Housekeeping is not available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Shared kitchen access

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets (service animals welcome)

Children and extra beds

  • Children younger than 18 are not permitted to stay at this adults-only property (only guests 18 and older are allowed)

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
  • Check-in: 1:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Empire Backpackers?

Empire Backpackers offers free cancellation on certain room rates. For specific requirements, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see close to Empire Backpackers?

This hostel is located in Oamaru, just steps from North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ, and within a short walk of Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct. You'll also find Oamaru Harbour and Janet Frame House less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Empire Backpackers?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the hostel.

Does Empire Backpackers have a casino on the premises?

No, Empire Backpackers doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Empire Backpackers?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hostel.

Does Empire Backpackers have a hot tub?

No, this hostel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Empire Backpackers have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Empire Backpackers doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Does Empire Backpackers allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Empire Backpackers though service animals are welcome.

Does Empire Backpackers have connecting rooms?

No, this hostel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Empire Backpackers?

No, there aren't any rooms with balconies at Empire Backpackers.

Empire Backpackers Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne, Christchurch

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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".
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Pei-Hsuan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The kitchen was very clean.In particular,the hostel staff is very nice!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Daniel

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
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.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

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。
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020