Empire Backpackers
Property class: 1.5
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About the neighborhood
Oamaru is home to Empire Backpackers. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Oamaru Harbour and Oamaru Gardens, while Auto Museum and North Otago Museum are cultural highlights. Whitestone Cheese Factory and Totara Estate are also worth visiting. Visit our Oamaru travel guide
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13 Thames Street, Oamaru, OTAGO, 9400
What's nearby
Steampunk HQ2 min walk - 0.2 km
Oamaru Victorian Heritage Precinct5 min walk - 0.5 km
Oamaru Harbour6 min walk - 0.6 km
Oamaru Blue Penguin Colony19 min walk - 1.7 km- Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail2 min walk - 0.2 km
Restaurants
- Harbour St Bakery4 min walk
- Whitestone Cheese Diner & Deli5 min drive
- Indian Kitchen Restaurant4 min drive
- McDonald's11 min walk
- Yumee Bento Bowl7 min walk
About this property
Empire Backpackers
- Property highlights
- Empire Backpackers provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
- Other perks include:
- Free self parking
- Smoke-free premises and luggage storage
- Room features
- All guestrooms at Empire Backpackers include amenities such as free WiFi.
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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
Pets not allowed (service animals welcome)
Children and extra beds
Children younger than 18 are not allowed at this adults-only property; all guests 18 and older are welcome
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
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Guests under 18 years old are not permitted at this adults-only property
Property class
Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.
Frequently asked questions
Is Empire Backpackers pet-friendly?
No, only service animals are welcome at the property.
How much is parking?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Empire Backpackers?
Check-in start time: 1:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.
What time is check-out at Empire Backpackers?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Empire Backpackers located?
Situated in Oamaru, this hostel is steps from Forrester Gallery, Alps 2 Ocean Cycle Trail, and St Lukes Anglican Church. North Otago Museum and Steampunk HQ are just steps away.
Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?
Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
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