Empire Hotel Backpackers

Empire Hotel Backpackers is a casual hostel in Oamaru, New Zealand.

It offers simple private rooms and dorms with shared bathrooms, comfortable beds, and heating. The hostel has two well-equipped communal kitchens, lounge rooms with a log burner and free video library, and three internet kiosks. Guests can enjoy a free breakfast.

Located within a 15-minute walk from Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony and a 10-minute stroll from the lake, Empire Hotel Backpackers is conveniently situated. The Moeraki Boulders are 23 miles away, and the nearest airport is Richard Pearse Airport, 60.3 miles from the accommodation.

The hostel features a garden and offers free WiFi throughout the property. Guests can also enjoy a game of billiards. Pets are not allowed, and the hostel accepts cash and bank cards. They reserve the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

With a score of 9.5/10 from 382 reviews, Empire Hotel Backpackers has an excellent location. It is particularly favored by couples, who rate the location 9.6 for a two-person trip. The hostel provides a quiet and peaceful environment at night.