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Empire Hotel Backpackers

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Empire Hotel Backpackers Hostel in Otago
Facilities
Shared lounge/TV area
Kitchen
Empire Hotel Backpackers Hostel in Otago
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8.7 / 10
Excellent(127 Ratings)

Hostel in Otago

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Well priced for this locationPriced under area average
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Amenities at Empire Hotel Backpackers

Free WiFi/internet
Free Parking
Non-smoking
WiFi/Internet
Parking Available
Shared kitchen
Garden
Laundry services
Family friendly

Map of Otago

city location on map

Nearby attractions

Otago Museum
57.3 mi
Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
58.1 mi
Dunedin Railways
58 mi
Signal Hill Lookout
56.2 mi

Available Rooms

Things to know

Check-in: 1:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Early check-ins and late check-out requests will be accommodated upon request and based upon availability. Unauthorized early check-ins and late checkouts will incur a penalty fee.
House rules
  • Kids allowed, fees apply
  • No parties or events allowed without prior approval, fees apply
  • Must be 25 or older to rent

Additional fees to expect

Cleaning & other feesWe include all stay related fees in the Cleaning Fee line, which may include cleaning, property manager, resort, tourism and other stay related fees. All Vogo properties are professionally cleaned after each stay.
Booking feeNo booking fees, easy credit card payments.
Service feeThis helps Vogo provide a safer and more secure booking experience.
TaxesTaxes on accommodation such as Occupancy Tax, VAT, or GST. May also include tourism fees.

Customer support

Customer support is handled by our partner Vogo

    Ratings and reviews

    8.7 / 10
    Excellent(127 Ratings)
    9.2 / 10Outstanding·Apr 2026
    Nice and comfortable hostel, a little bit outdated, specially the dorm, but bed was comfortable. Common areas where nice but need a little bit of love. Bathroom ok. Overall a good and easy stay.
    10 / 10Outstanding·Mar 2026
    Great place to stay. Quiet and clean. A great place to meet other people no matter what their age. I would definitely stay there again.
    9.2 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2025
    The location is fantastic and the staff are friendly. It's an older place but has a great atmosphere and is clean. Everyone I met at the hostel was kind, so I felt great throughout my entire stay.
    6.4 / 10Average·Apr 2026
    You get what you paid, don’t expect too much, the bottom bunk bed was too low where you couldn’t even sit straight. The main problem is the window design is making incredibly loud noises when there’s big wind at night which makes it unable to sleep at night if you’re a light sleeper.

    FAQs

    Is parking included with this hostel?

    Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Empire Hotel Backpackers. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

    Is there a pool at this hostel?

    We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this hostel. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

    Is Empire Hotel Backpackers pet friendly?

    Unfortunately, this hostel is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

    What amenities are available at Empire Hotel Backpackers?

    We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes free wifi/internet, free parking, non-smoking, wifi/internet, and parking available.

    What payment types are supported?

    This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Discover, and Diners Club. Some card brands may not be accepted if you are located in a country or using a currency they don't support.