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Historic Old Bisbee, Arizona
Three distinctive stays in a historic building at the heart of Old Bisbee — across from the Copper Queen Mine, steps from Main Street. We’re furnishing the units now. Join the list and be first to know when we open.
About The Empress
The Empress sits in the heart of historic Old Bisbee — Victorian and mining-era streets, canyon hillsides, and a town that still feels quirky, walkable, and warmly human. We’re preparing three private short-term rentals in the building, each with its own character.
This site is an introduction while we finish furnishing. Booking will open when the stays are ready. Until then, you’re welcome to ask questions, share dates you’re eyeing, or join the opening list.
Historic designation
The building that houses The Empress carries a bronze plaque from the U.S. Department of the Interior — placed on the National Register of Historic Places. It’s part of why staying here feels rooted in Old Bisbee’s story.
“This property has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places by the United States Department of the Interior.”
Outside The Empress
Day and night views of the historic façade — balcony, entrance sign, and string lights.
A taste of the stays
Each stay has a name and a personality. Full amenities, photos, and booking details will be published as units are finished — here’s an honest preview.
Studio
A cozy, self-contained studio in the historic building — a comfortable home base for a solo getaway or a couple’s weekend of galleries, stair walks, and Main Street wandering. Kitchen, private bath, and washer/dryer. Full details coming soon.
Medium loft
A loft-style stay with an upstairs king bed — well suited to couples who want a little room to unwind after mine tours and art walks. Kitchen, one private bath, and in-unit washer/dryer. Stair access is part of the Bisbee experience; full layout details coming soon.
Large loft
Gather your group in this spacious loft — made for shared meals, late-night card games, and festival weekends. Sleeps about 6–8. Two bathrooms and an in-unit washer/dryer. Exact sleeping setup coming as furnishing wraps up.
Why Bisbee
Right across the street from the Copper Queen Mine, with Main Street’s galleries, cafés, shops, and saloons a short walk from the front door.
Walk across the street and join a tour that takes you underground — hard hat, lamp, and a real piece of Bisbee’s mining story.
Galleries, antique shops, cafés, saloons, and live music are close enough that many guests leave the car parked for the whole stay.
Hundreds of steps wind the canyon hillsides. There’s something on year-round — the monthly 2nd Saturday Art Walk, the Bisbee 1000 Stair Climb in October, parades, home tours, and quirky local traditions.
Old Bisbee is hilly and stair-filled — that’s part of the charm. Guests with limited mobility should plan ahead. Parking and access details will be confirmed before booking opens. Bring good walking shoes and a sense of curiosity.
What’s next
We’re not open yet — and we’d rather tell you that clearly than rush a half-ready listing.
Get in touch
We read every note. Soft opening list — no spam.
Curious about a stay, a festival weekend, or gathering friends across more than one unit? Send a message. Check the box below if you’d like a heads-up when The Empress opens for booking.
Follow along
Progress shots, Old Bisbee moments, and updates as the units come together.