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Sahara Deluxe Studios offers accommodation in Dunedin near Dunedin School of Dentistry and Olveston. The property is close to Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, The Octagon and Dunedin Railway Station. Otago Business Park is 700 metres away and University of Otago is 500 metres from the motel.

Our room was spacious. Staff were very helpful and welcoming!

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9.1
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
£79
per night

Located just 250 metres from the heart of the University of Otago campus, 538 Great King is within easy walking distance of the City Centre, Otago Museum, the Botanical Gardens, Dunedin Hospital and a 5-minute drive from Forsyth-Barr Stadium.

This 4-star motel offers free WiFi, underfloor heating in the bathrooms, a guest laundry, TVs with more than 50 satellite channels and a cafe on site.

Great property location for visiting our student studying abroad at University.

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9
Superb
360 reviews
Price from
£89
per night

Centrally located in Dunedin, Amross Motel is 400 m from Otago Museum. Guests enjoy free unlimited fiberspeed WiFi daily on multiple devices, more than 50 satellite channels and free Netflix.

Apartments with disabled facilities are available. The motel offers self-service laundry facilities and luggage storage is also provided. Guests enjoy unlimited access to high-speed fibre optic internet on multiple devices. All rooms offer a 50-inch smart LED TV with a wireless keyboard.

The location is very good, just walk distance to the Otago university and the station. The motel host, Barry, also gives us very detail instruction and tour guide for our reference.

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9.3
Superb
985 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

Beechwood Motel offers self-catering accommodation with free onsite parking, only 5 minutes’ drive from the centre of Dunedin. Each of the refurbished and tastefully decorated suites and studios includes satellite TV.

This is the second time I’ve stayed here, the last time being about 6 years ago. The accommodation is cleaned to a high standard, the fixtures and furnishings are also of a high standard, very modern. Comfort was not compromised.

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9.3
Superb
817 reviews
Price from
£74
per night

Bluestone on George is a stylish property situated in the city centre of Dunedin, offering great views over the city to the surrounding hills and Otago Peninsula.

The sound-proofed studios at Bluestone are self-contained and feature electric blankets, LED Smart TVs and free WiFI. The bathrooms have under-floor heating and luxurious amenities. Rooms with spa-baths are available.

We loved everything especially the spa bath!

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9.6
Exceptional
657 reviews
Price from
£111
per night

Aurora on George, formerly Cargill's Hotel, has been completely refurbished and offers a stylish 4 star rated motel, situated around a beautiful centre piece garden. Free on-site parking is available.

Each suite features a creative style with designer furniture and pops of colour. 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.

All is perfect! The room is spacious and clean. The staff is very kind and helpful! Definitely will come back here if I were visit Dunedin again.

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9.1
Superb
646 reviews
Price from
£95
per night

Situated in the heart of Dunedin city centre, 315 Euro Motel and Serviced Apartments offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking. All accommodation features a flat-screen TV with more than 50 satellite channels.

George ( hotel staff)is extremely helpful and I think he should get an award or raise from the company. He is a great guy

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8.8
Fabulous
1,546 reviews
Price from
£76
per night

Offering self-contained suites with free WiFi and a private balcony, George Street Motel Apartments are just 5 minutes’ walk from Dunedin shops, cafes and restaurants. All suites offer a fully equipped kitchen and a flat-screen TV with satellite channels.

Super Clean and quiet, friendly staff - I will definitely return

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8.5
Very good
1,003 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

Just 2 km from the Taieri Gorge Historic Railway, Cable Court Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony. Guests have access to laundry facilities and free parking.

Cable Court Motel is located less than 5 minutes walk from the University of Otago, and 10 minutes drive from central Dunedin. Larnach Castle is a 30-minute drive away.

We had a good stay with our dog, nice and clean room, comfortable beds

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8.6
Fabulous
1,539 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

Dunedin Motel and Villas is situated within walking distance from central Dunedin. The property is centrally located to the main shopping precinct, university, hospital and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

Completely renovated and refurbished, the property offers self-contained accommodation with free car parking. All rooms include Smart TV, a fully-equipped kitchen, and a bathroom with shower.

Nicely situated from central Dunedin and easy access from main routes . Nice comfortable room with good facilities. Very lovely owner , extremely helpful nothing to difficult for her.

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8.8
Fabulous
1,320 reviews
Price from
£87
per night

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  • 538 Great King Motel
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 362 reviews

    Located just 250 metres from the heart of the University of Otago campus, 538 Great King is within easy walking distance of the City Centre, Otago Museum, the Botanical Gardens, Dunedin Hospital and a...

    Have stayed a couple of times before and as usual amazing A+++

  • Amross Motel
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 987 reviews

    Centrally located in Dunedin, Amross Motel is 400 m from Otago Museum. Guests enjoy free unlimited fiberspeed WiFi daily on multiple devices, more than 50 satellite channels and free Netflix.

    Comfortable room, with well equipped kitchenette and bathroom

  • George Street Motel Apartments
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,003 reviews

    Offering self-contained suites with free WiFi and a private balcony, George Street Motel Apartments are just 5 minutes’ walk from Dunedin shops, cafes and restaurants.

    Close to hospital, shops, and restaurants. Lovely staff.

  • Cable Court Motel
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,539 reviews

    Just 2 km from the Taieri Gorge Historic Railway, Cable Court Motel offers self-contained accommodation with a private balcony. Guests have access to laundry facilities and free parking.

    Great location, amenities, clean and tidy, hosts were amazing

  • Aria on Bank
    Breakfast options
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,508 reviews

    Aria on Bank offers 4.5 star accommodation in Dunedin. Unlimited free in-room WiFi and free private parking is available on site. All rooms include a private bathroom with complimentary toiletires.

    Very clean, warm Nicely decorated Comfortable Bed

  • Alcala Motor Lodge
    8.2
    Scored 8.2
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,212 reviews

    Alcala Motor Lodge offers affordable accommodation just minutes from Dunedin Botanic Gardens and Otago Museum and shopping centres and speciality stores.

    Great location, friendly staff, clean & comfy.

  • Beach Lodge Motels
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 494 reviews

    Just a 5-minute walk from St Kilda Beach, this motel offers fully self-contained units with kitchen facilities, satellite TV and free Wi-Fi access.

    Lovely host, great facilities for our family of 4.

  • Bayfield Motel and Apartment
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 214 reviews

    Bayfield Motels boasts a quiet location, a short 2-minute walk from Bayfield Park. It offers free parking on site and unlimited free WiFi usage daily.

    Size, cleanliness and staff really helpful and friendly

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  • Sahara Deluxe Studios
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 144 reviews

    Sahara Deluxe Studios offers accommodation in Dunedin near Dunedin School of Dentistry and Olveston. The property is close to Toitu Otago Settlers Museum, The Octagon and Dunedin Railway Station.

    Great location. Generous sized room with comfy bed.

  • Sahara Motels
    Budget options available
    8.4
    Scored 8.4
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 248 reviews

    Sahara Guesthouse & Motel offers a range of accommodation in Dunedin, from rooms with shared bathroom facilities to deluxe self-contained studios.

    Helpful and friendly staff. Very comfortable beds.

  • 97 Motel Moray
    Budget options available
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 690 reviews

    97 Motel Moray is located in the heart of Dunedin, only 200 metres from the Octagon city centre. Great shopping, plus many restaurants and bars, are on the motel’s doorstep.

    Great location, friendly staff, warm and comfortable.

  • Ocean Beach Hotel
    7.4
    Scored 7.4
    Good
    Rated good
     · 487 reviews

    Located directly across the road from St. Kilda Beach and Hancock Park, Ocean Beach Hotel offers free WiFi, free parking and air-conditioned accommodation with a flat-screen TV.

    The ability to park my large motorbike under cover

  • Owens Motel
    Budget options available
    8.1
    Scored 8.1
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 653 reviews

    A 5-minute drive from the central business district and Dunedin Casino, Owen Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi and private parking. Some offer a balcony.

    The 3 bedroom apartment by far exceed expectations

  • Carisbrook Motel
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 151 reviews

    Carisbrook Motel offers self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, satellite TV and kitchenette or kitchen facilities. Otago Stadium is only a 10-minute drive away.

    Received unit with two bedrooms when only booked for one

  • Garden Motel
    Budget options available
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 104 reviews

    The Garden Motel is located in Dunedin, just 1 kilometre from the famous George Street shopping district. The property offers free Wi-Fi, barbecue facilities and free parking.

    Safe and amazing spot too stay will definitely return

  • ASURE Adrian Motel
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 632 reviews

    ASURE Adrian Motel is located in Dunedin, only 300 metres from St. Kilda Beach. The motel features barbecue facilities, Wi-Fi internet access and free parking. The lively St.

    Always friendly and great to repeat our stays here

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  • Bluestone On George
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 657 reviews

    Bluestone on George is a stylish property situated in the city centre of Dunedin, offering great views over the city to the surrounding hills and Otago Peninsula.

    Everything was perfect. Very friendly and helpful.

  • Beechwood Boutique Accommodation
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 818 reviews

    Beechwood Motel offers self-catering accommodation with free onsite parking, only 5 minutes’ drive from the centre of Dunedin.

    Spotlessly clean, well equipped studio appartment, super comfy bed

  • Aurora on George
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 646 reviews

    Aurora on George, formerly Cargill's Hotel, has been completely refurbished and offers a stylish 4 star rated motel, situated around a beautiful centre piece garden. Free on-site parking is available.

    Modern clean rooms looking out on a courtyard garden

  • Motel On York
    Central location
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 773 reviews

    Motel On York offers accommodation off Dunedin’s central Octagon, surrounded by many cafes, restaurants, shops and theatres.

    Convenient location, quiet & comfortable stay.

  • 315 Euro Motel and Serviced Apartments
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,549 reviews

    Situated in the heart of Dunedin city centre, 315 Euro Motel and Serviced Apartments offers free Wi-Fi and free onsite parking.

    Good value for money, and a good location in the CBD.

  • Alexis Motor Lodge
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews

    Located on the edge of Dunedin's city centre, Alexis Motor Lodge offers studio and apartment accommodation, with free newspapers each morning and free unlimited WiFi.

    It was really close to town, easy for getting around.

  • Dunedin Motel and Villas
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,320 reviews

    Dunedin Motel and Villas is situated within walking distance from central Dunedin. The property is centrally located to the main shopping precinct, university, hospital and Forsyth Barr Stadium.

    We had a studio unit and it was a very generous size.

  • 555 Motel Dunedin
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,007 reviews

    Centrally located in Dunedin, 555 Motel Dunedin offers free Wi-Fi and free on-site parking. All rooms come equipped with a 42-inch flat-screen LED TV and a DVD player.

    Management and staff were excellent and so helpful.

  • Commodore Motel
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 166 reviews

    Overlooking the Dunedin Botanical Gardens, Commodore Motel offers free Wi-Fi and free parking.

    The staff were friendly and the beds were very comfy.

  • Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 865 reviews

    Just 2 minutes’ walk from the Otago University, Alhambra Oaks offers accommodation with 50+ satellite channels and free unlimited Wi-Fi and free on site parking.

    amazing location and great front 2 bedroom apartment.

  • Bella Vista Motel Dunedin
    8.6
    Scored 8.6
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 242 reviews

    Bella Vista Dunedin provides accommodation a 10-minute walk from the city, the University of Otago and three blocks from the Botanical Gardens.

    Enjoyed the facilities, modern, fresh and very clean

  • Dunedin Palms Motel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 876 reviews

    Dunedin Palms Motel offers free secure parking and accommodation. Some accommodation offers a spa bath or hot tub.

    Beautiful room, well set out. Quite and really comfy!

  • Allan Court Motel
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 430 reviews

    Offering self-contained accommodation with free Wi-Fi, flat-screen satellite TV and a DVD player, Allan Court is just 5 minutes’ walk from the University of Otago. Free parking is available on site.

    It was warm comfortable and close to the hospital.

  • 755 Regal Court Motel
    7.8
    Scored 7.8
    Good
    Rated good
     · 1,062 reviews

    Offering accommodation with a kitchenette and a 49-inch LCD TV with 20 satellite channels, 755 Regal Court Motel is just 2 km from Dunedin Railway Station. It offers a sunny terrace and free WiFi.

    The staff were very helpfull and freindy Many Thanks

  • Woodlands Motels And Apartments
    7.5
    Scored 7.5
    Good
    Rated good
     · 887 reviews

    Woodlands Motel & Apartments are in the city of Dunedin, next to the university. Self-contained apartments with free Wi-Fi are on offer, only 200 metres from the main shopping street.

    Nice property, been there before and will be back.

  • Motel on Carroll
    Central location
    7.2
    Scored 7.2
    Good
    Rated good
     · 430 reviews

    Just a 7-minute walk from Speights Brewery and Dunedin City Centre, Motel on Carroll boasts free WiFi. All studios offer a kitchenette.

    Good value for money. Off street covered parking!

  • Cumberland Motel
    6.7
    Scored 6.7
    Pleasant
    Rated pleasant
     · 283 reviews

    Cumberland Motel is located in Dunedin, just 5 minutes' drive from the City Centre. It offers free WiFi and and free on-site parking. All apartments feature a balcony and a fully equipped kitchen.

    Beds were comfy, location was very good, parking was good

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  • 8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 888 reviews
    Have stayed here several times, this time with extra family members in a larger apartment. As always it was very comfortable and clean, and more like a home than a motel
    Monique
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £84.10
    8.3
    Scored 8.3
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 690 reviews
    Great location, clean, free parking and very friendly helpful staff.
    Elaine
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £124.73
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 15 reviews
    Roomy, the bathroom/shower was clean and the heater and exhaust fans were nice extras that are not in all motels. Location was real good for us.
    Felicito
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.55
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,549 reviews
    Very central location , shocking road works in the area at the moment but car could get into the motel easily enough. Clean and warm with a very comfortable bed in our studio unit. Free parking
    Vivienne
    Young couple
  • 8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 363 reviews
    It was very modern and clean. Wonderful view & well stocked kitchen for the guests. Although there were limited parks at the hostel, there was plenty of free parking on the road
    Claire
    Solo traveller
  • Avg. price/night: £89.77
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 987 reviews
    Friendly and very helpful staff, lovely clean motel, free parking, well located
    Rita
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £98.75
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 962 reviews
    Robyn was kindness itself, she stayed on the phone, talking us in through the road works, which made the entrance to.the motel quite a challenge. Robin also gave us some useful ideas for places of interest to visit, and provided us with maps. The location of Alexis Motor Lodge is perfect for Dunedin..many places of interest are walkable from there, including the Botanical Gardens, which are well worth a visit.
    Yvonne
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £103.23
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 632 reviews
    We stayed for a night and leave next day, room is tidy and neat, reasonable price for a studio type, room is non smoke and free parking just outside the room, easy access, friendly staff, pretty quite area. And if you are looking for accommodation pay as you arrive, this motel is yours.
    arlene
    Young couple
  • Avg. price/night: £93.55
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 1,549 reviews
    Location location location!! Walk out onto George Street!! Great free parking!! Rooms were modern, clean well serviced!! Would definitely recommend this motel!!
    Brenda
    Family with young children
  • Avg. price/night: £94.78
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 362 reviews
    Great location for a sports tournament, really lovely modern clean, quiet and comfortable motel. Loved the heated tiles in the bathroom! Nice and close to onsite cafe and bhudda stix restaurant. Free parking.
    Fiona
    Family with young children

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