The Historic Empire Hotel

Lovely little stopover on our trip down the west coast. Best priced powered spot we got for our camper in all of New Zealand and right on the doorstep of the lake and a nice bar with a roaring fireplace. Special shout-out to the great staff, especially Sarah who went above and beyond to post some belongings of ours that we left behind to Queenstown so that we could get it when we stopped there. Amazing spot run by amazing people!

Stayed here 5 years ago. Very friendly people, warm and welcoming. We arrived on a Sunday afternoon and were happy to hear about the Sunday roast! We loved your pavlova and actually would love to have the recipe. Is there any way you can send it to us? Cheers, Ana

The West Coast of NEW ZEALAND'S best kept Secret. The Empire Hotel is simply the best hotel, with xtra units, Camping Sites, . We hadn't been there for a few years , so made a plan sadly it was raining so we couldnt whitebait, but we went also to take in The Jam night,( 3rd Friday of each Month)wonderful locals whom entertained us after we had eaten our beautiful meal,best Seafood Chowder, smorgasbord main and their famous PAVLOVA!!!. The Host Mark and Paulette have been at The Empire for 35years, DO NOT PASS THRU ROSS 25k( south of Hokitika, with out either calling in or booking a night or two