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Empire Hotel Queenstown

2.5 star property
Enjoy the free WiFi at this Queenstown inn

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Staircase
Exterior
Lunch and dinner served
Bicycling
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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2 Orr Street, Queenstown, TAS, 7467
  • Place, West Coast Wilderness Railway
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Queenstown Town Hall
    ‪5 min walk‬

Room options

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Family Room, Ensuite

Family Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, Shared Bathroom | Bathroom

Double Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room, Ensuite

Triple Room, Ensuite

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

Double Room, 1 Double Bed, Ensuite

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(8 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Ensuite

Twin Room, Ensuite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

Twin Room, Shared Bathroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Mountain view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

Triple Room, Shared Bathroom

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Queen Room, Ensuite

Queen Room, Ensuite

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Single Room, Shared Bathroom

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Double Room With 1 Double Bed And Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Shower, free toiletries, towels

Double Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

Family Room With Ensuite

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free WiFi

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Shower, free toiletries, towels

Single Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free WiFi

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Free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Shower, free toiletries, towels

Twin Room With Shared Bathroom

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

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Interior

Queen Room with Ensuite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Queenstown

In Queenstown .Steps from the inn, you'll find The Paragon Theatre and West Coast Wilderness Railway. Miners Siding and Queenstown Library are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • West Coast Wilderness Railway - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Miners Siding - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Queenstown Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Paragon Theatre - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Queenstown Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Hall's Creek Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Orangepete's - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Tracks Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪3K's Takeaway - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Empire Hotel - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Gormanston Hole - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Empire Hotel Queenstown

Enjoy the free WiFi at this Queenstown inn
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Empire Hotel Queenstown also features coffee/tea in a common area, laundry facilities, and a communal living room. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Queenstown inn.

  • 20 guestrooms or units
  • Coffee in lobby
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Television in lobby
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Microwave in a common area
  • Refrigerator in a common area
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Empire Hotel Queenstown offers 20 accommodations with complimentary toiletries. 30-inch LCD televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Coffee and tea in common areas

Things to do

  • Bicycle repair station
  • Bicycle storage
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Mountain biking
  • TV in common areas

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 30-inch LCD TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 5 PM

Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours

If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [Hotel Bar]

To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

If you are planning to arrive after 5 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

Empire Hotel Queenstown

Empire Queenstown

The Empire Hotel

Empire Hotel Queenstown Inn

Empire Hotel Queenstown Queenstown

Empire Hotel Queenstown Inn Queenstown

Frequently asked questions

Does Empire Hotel Queenstown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Empire Hotel Queenstown.

How much does it cost to stay at Empire Hotel Queenstown?

As of May 21, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Empire Hotel Queenstown on Jun 3, 2026 start from CA $100, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Empire Hotel Queenstown offer free breakfast?

Empire Hotel Queenstown does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Empire Hotel Queenstown?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at Empire Hotel Queenstown?

Check-in begins at 2 PM.

Is there free parking at Empire Hotel Queenstown?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does Empire Hotel Queenstown have a pool?

Empire Hotel Queenstown does not have a pool.

Does Empire Hotel Queenstown have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Empire Hotel Queenstown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is Empire Hotel Queenstown to downtown Queenstown?

Empire Hotel Queenstown is 0.1 mi away from Queenstown.

Empire Hotel Queenstown Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 378 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 378 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 91 out of 378 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 378 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 13 out of 378 reviews

8.2/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.4/10

Amenities

7.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Karen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Room was very clean, neat and lovely and quiet. Well appointed. Breakfast is very basic. Cereal Options limited to cornflakes and rice bubbles. I would suggest that you offer another couple of options like add weetbix and perhaps some muesli or cranola and some fresh fruit and yogurt. Beautiful old hotel with lots of character and so much potential. Staff very friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Stu

Travelled with partner
Room was very small but adequate for our stay Quite a bit of noise from the fridge units outside when trying to sleep Free breakfast was good and the bar staff were friendly but closing at 9pm on a friday night wasn't ideal
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Empire Hotel Queenstown oozes character and charm. Our room was simple but clean with lovely linen and the beds were very comfortable. Our check in at the front bar was easy and the staff were very friendly. Pub food was nicely done and it was a fantastic location straight across the road from the Wilderness Railway station in Queenstown. Lovely old town with friendly locals.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely dining room and dinner
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Mardi

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

jame

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
I was there a week room was not cleaned,or tidied,room was ok staff ok,food not so good.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Kim

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We been on the road for a while, it was raining, cold outside The electronic blanket was hit. The building was amazing. We had a nice dinner the fire was going inside. Free breakfast yay. Friendly staff , I love it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice place to stay and the staff were very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

6/10 Okay

Matthew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Sad to see a town that is only just surviving. Many shops closed and limited places to eat. Food at the hotel was pretty good though.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melinda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful old hotel with clean bathrooms, excellent food and a great atmosphere.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Margaret

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

John, Koongamia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally placed for everything. Nice old building well maintained.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Miles

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
My second time staying at the hotel. A lovely old hotel. The only thing is the complimentary breakfast is over at 0900. I would prefer it to go until 0930, but that is just me. I will return next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The history of the building and the staff were welcoming and very friendly. The complimentary Continental breakfast was exceptional. Would recommend for a memorable stay.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

MISS G N

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good but creaky floors, could heat everyone who walked down the halls
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We thoroughly enjoyed out stay at the Empire. The bar girl and our waitress in the dining room were so helpful and friendly. Our room was very comfy although one side of the electric blanket didn’t work. The creaky floor added character to the building. The entrance with its beautiful staircase and furniture was so beautiful . Thoroughly enjoyed our meal in the dining room and our breakfast the next morning. Would recommend this hotel to our friends.😊.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful period building, with lovely clean self contained rooms, quiet atmosphere and pleasant, courteous staff
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Kathleen

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Worn-down plush elegance. If you like a bit of grit, this place is for you: 3m ceilings, but only a pull-cord heat lamp & electric mattress warmers to stave off the chill. 2-hour kerb parking with reassurances that it “should be fine” is the Free Parking advertised! Room doors require two free hands to open so don’t juggle too many bags. No table, dresser, shelf or rail, so hang your clothes on two hooks on the door. Once there was a TV because cables hang from a mount on the wall. The “lounge” has an awkward TV with local channels, next to the panini press (no slice toaster) and microwave. This is where the fridge is, down a very long creaky hallway and across the regal upstairs lobby. While there, may as well check out the gorgeous second-floor wrap-around veranda beneath the building’s iconic arches, overlooking the town (in which this hotel is the most impressive). If you are in one of the farthest rooms like I was, the closest washroom is a tiny one down a hallway leading to the fire escape. The nice & big washrooms across from rooms 12/13/14 are bright and clean. WiFi was okay, better on laptop than phone, which disconnected a lot. Modern outlets and light switch by bed is convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren

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

Great character and great for the star rating

Great for the price and stars. Rooms were simple but very clean with an updated bathroom. Location is perfect and check in was easy. Breakfast is basic - toast, cereal, coffee and juice but free so excellent. It felt very local and authentic. Great character.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hayley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice, comfortable,quiet, private & clean with everything U can think of.. thankyou so much! Ensuite room is awesome!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the heritage value of the hotel, we had an ensuite which had refrigerator, very comfortable bed and a spacious and modern bathroom. The breakfast was sufficient and I definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Xx
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Jolanta

Travelled with partner
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Hotel needs major renovations. There was no bathroom only to share down the hall. Walls in the rooms need paint or at least nice clean. Wouldn't trust the linen. We have not stay this 2 nights but went to Strahan and paid again for 2 nights. Staff in hotel not helping but advising to get the problem fixed by lastminute. This accommodation is not suitable for travellers, needs to be clasified as hostel, in my opinion. Queenstown itself is not ready for visitors, no attractions all together. It was our first time there and for sure the last one.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025