Aurora on George, formerly Cargill's Hotel, has been completely refurbished and offers a stylish 4 star rated motel, located around a beautiful center piece garden. Free on-site parking is available. Each suite features a creative style with designer furniture and pops of color. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. An elevator provides easy access to the first floor, and there are also ground floor rooms to cater for all mobility requirements. Aurora on George is located in the heart of Dunedin, just 5-minutes’ walk from University of Otago, and 5-minutes’ drive from Forsyth Barr Stadium. Dunedin Airport is a 35-minutes drive away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Dunedin, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 queen bed
1 king bed
1 twin bed
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
1 queen bed
or
2 twin beds
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Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.1
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.6
High score for Dunedin
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Megan
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Room was very clean & I appreciated the underfloor heating in the bathroom. The room had good block-out curtains too.
  • Andrea
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location and ambience of this hotel were second to none will stay again
  • Anil
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Rooms were super clean and handy location with parking and awesome cookies

Area info

Amenities of Aurora on George
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Drying rack for clothing
Activities
  • Aerobics
    Additional charge
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Cable channels
  • Satellite channels
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Coffee house on site
Internet
Wifi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Tour desk
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Babysitting/Child services
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
  • Key card access
General
  • Electric blankets
  • Designated smoking area
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Tile/Marble floor
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Lowered sink
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
Spa
  • Personal trainer
  • Fitness classes
  • Yoga classes
  • Full-body massage
  • Back massage
  • Massage
    Additional charge
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Aurora on George takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 14:00 to 21:00
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
NZD 20 per child, per night

Prices for cribs aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
VisaMastercardEftposCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Aurora on George of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

FAQs about Aurora on George

  • Yes, Aurora on George is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Aurora on George is from 2:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Aurora on George may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Aurora on George offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Massage
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Back massage
    • Personal trainer
    • Yoga classes
    • Aerobics
    • Full-body massage
    • Fitness classes

  • Aurora on George is 0.8 miles from the center of Dunedin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Aurora on George include:

    • Studio
    • Apartment