Empire Hotel, Queenstown, Heritage pub in Queenstown, Tasmania.
The Empire Hotel sits at the corner of Orr and Driffield Streets with a two-story facade directly across from Queenstown's railway station. Inside, it offers 24 rooms in different configurations, an original dining room, and storage space for mountain bikes.
James Wilson from Zeehan built the structure in 1901 for developers Parer and Higgins. It began its long history of serving travellers and residents during the mining era that brought prosperity to the area.
The staircase inside displays exceptional woodwork crafted from Tasmanian Blackwood and carved in England before being installed. It reflects the value placed on fine craftsmanship during the early mining boom that shaped this region.
The hotel's position at a main intersection makes it easy to explore the surrounding streets on foot. Guests will find various room sizes available, and there is dedicated space for storing outdoor equipment like bicycles.
The dining room from 1901 continues to serve meals daily in a space that preserves architectural details from that era. Many guests overlook this original eating space and how it connects the building to its past.
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