Empire Hotel Backpackers

Category: Hostel

Address: 13 Thames Street - Oamaru, New Zealand

The Empire Hotel is a restored historic hotel, built in 1867. We are 80 metres from the information centre (I Site) and in the heart of Oamaru. We are well known for being clean, warm and friendly 'Just like home.' The following amenities are FREE:- internet, pool table, off street parking, video lib

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Highway House

Category: Bed & Breakfast

Address: 43 Lynn St - Oamaru, New Zealand

Highway House is a character English-style residence with three guest bedrooms, two of which have king beds. Rooms come with all comforts and refurbished to a very high standard. There is a guest sitting room and a sunny breakfast room where a light and/or a full cooked breakfast is offered. There is

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