Empire Hotel Queenstown, Queenstown ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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About the Hotel

2 Orr Street, Queenstown, Australia

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“The Empire is perfectly situated in the heart of Queenstown, just a stone's throw from the West Coast Railway station and the Paragon Theatre.”view full review

Empire Hotel Queenstown offers 3-star accommodation with mixed options for dining and leisure. This historic hotel, known as 'The Grand Old Lady of the West', features a restaurant and a bar. With 24 accommodation rooms and a prominent façade, it serves as a convenient base for exploring Queenstown's rich history and natural beauty.

Rooms & Amenities

Empire Hotel Queenstown features over 20 different room types, including spacious recently renovated queen rooms with ensuite bathrooms. Every room is equipped with heating, flat-screen TVs, and tea and coffee facilities, ensuring guests have the essentials for a comfortable stay.

Dining Options

Dining options at Empire Hotel Queenstown include a restaurant that operates daily for lunch and dinner, serving local Tasmanian cuisine. Guests can take a seat next to the fire while enjoying dishes such as burgers, steaks, and pasta, paired with fine Tasmanian wines.

Leisure & Activities

Leisure amenities at the Empire Hotel include a bar and gaming facilities, allowing guests to unwind after a day of exploration. For those seeking outdoor activities, the property is conveniently located near mountain biking trails and hiking opportunities.

Services & Local Area

Empire Hotel Queenstown provides services such as complimentary Wi-Fi, room service, and free on-street parking. The property is directly across from the West Coast Wilderness Railway, facilitating access to the region's historic train rides and local attractions.

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Empire Hotel Queenstown offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Twin Room

2 persons

110 sq. feet

2 Single beds

Heating

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Triple Room

2 persons

195 sq. feet

1 Single Bed or 1 Double Bed

Heating

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Double Room Private Bathroom

2 persons

165 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Shower

Heating

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Double Room

2 persons

110 sq. feet

1 Double bed

Heating

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Facilities

Empire Hotel Queenstown offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

“I truly enjoyed the traditional Australian parmis at the hotel's restaurant, which was clearly a highlight of my stay.” view full review

Lovely Bathrooms!

“The bathrooms were quite lovely and well-maintained, adding a touch of comfort to our stay.” view full review

Charming Rooms!

“Our room had a huge four-poster bed that made for an enchanting experience throughout our stay.” view full review

Facilities: Very good

7.5/10Review score

General

No smoking on site
Free parking
Off-site car park
No pets allowed
Security
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key access

Sports & Fitness

Hiking
Cycling
Golf course
Billiard tables
Darts
Fishing

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Tours/Ticket assistance
Grocery shopping service
Welcome drink
Happy hour

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Special diet menus

Business

Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's menu

Spa & Leisure

Leisure/ TV room

Room features

Free Wi-Fi in rooms
Heating
Tea and coffee facilities

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Bedroom

Electric blankets

Media

Flat-screen TV

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Empire Hotel Queenstown Location

2 Orr Street, Queenstown, Australia

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2 Orr Street, Queenstown, Australia

City landmarks

Landmark

Iron Blow Lookout

1.9 mi

Landmark

Horsetail Falls

2.8 mi

Landmark

Nelson Falls

2.8 mi

Nearby

off Latrobe St

Spion Kop Lookout

1500 ft

Museum

Eric Thomas Galley Museum

1500 ft

Restaurants

J J's Coffee Lounge

1400 ft

7 Orr St

3K's Takeaway

100 ft

Orr Street

Delish Pizza

100 ft

21 Orr st Queenstown

The Empire Hotel

400 ft

2 Orr St

Rusty Iron Thai-Chinese Restaurant

500 ft

39 Orr Street near Bendigo bank and Qbank gallery

Maloney's Restaurant

800 ft

Queenstown Motor Inn

Getting around

City Centre

Queenstown4 min · 1000 ft

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-21:00

Check-out

from 05:00-10:00

Guest Parking

Public parking is possible on site for free.

Internet

Wireless internet is available in the hotel rooms for free.

Breakfast

At the hotel Empire Queenstown guests are invited to a full breakfast served for free.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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Reviews and Ratings

Feedback about Empire Hotel Queenstown from previous guests about their experience.

Review score

Based on 389 verified reviews

7.3/10

Very good

71%

Recommend

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Comfort

7.8/10

Facilities

7.5/10

Free Wi-Fi

8.6/10

Location

8.9/10

Staff

8.4/10

Value for money

7.8/10

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