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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near St. Paul's Cathedral

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Junior Suite | Balcony view
Balcony view
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Junior Suite | Living area
Exterior
In the heart of Dunedin, Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin offers a warm welcome with full breakfast at Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen and dry cleaning/laundry services. Connect to WiFi, unwind at the bar or explore nearby St. Paul's Cathedral and First Church of Otago.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Laundry facilities

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Self parking
  • 2 meeting rooms
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Conference space
  • Concierge services
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Premium TV channels
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
The current price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
12 Oct - 13 Oct

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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includes taxes & fees
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About the area

Map
10 Smith Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Del Sol - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of University of Otago. For a bite to eat, guests can visit Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff and location.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 55 rooms
    • Arranged over 5 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (3-device limit)
    • Free WiFi in rooms (3-device limit)
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Parking

    • Uncovered on-site self-parking (NZD 15 per night)
    • On-site parking is limited
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast 6:30 AM–9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Working away

  • 2 meeting rooms
  • Conference space (1292 square feet)

Services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Bike parking
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • Vegetarian dining options
  • Local artist showcase
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Lift door width (centimetres): 90
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk height (centimetres): 105
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant
  • Front entrance ramp

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 42-inch LCD TV
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Pillow menu
  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Balcony

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bath combination
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi (3-device limit)
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches
  • LED light bulbs

Special features

Dining

Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen – This restaurant specialises in local cuisine and only serves breakfast.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Parking

  • Uncovered self-parking costs NZD 15 per night

Policies

This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit on-site.
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Yes. Self-parking costs NZD 15 per night. Parking spaces may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (10-min walk) is nearby.

What is there to do at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin and nearby?

Recommended spots to visit include St. Paul's Cathedral (3-min walk) and Speight's Brewery (7-min walk), along with First Church of Otago (8-min walk) and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum (10-min walk).

Are there restaurants at or near Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Yes, Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen offers local cuisine.

Does Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin have any outdoor private spaces?

Yes, every room features a balcony.

What's the area around Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin like?

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 8-minute walk from University of Otago and 3 minutes' walk from St. Paul's Cathedral. Travellers give top marks for the hotel's prime location.

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was a highlight with many guests praising its quality, variety, and inclusion of gluten-free options. (31 reviews)
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room with nice views, and an excellent breakfast.
Zenobia, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Loved my stay
Lavilavi, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall a great stay.
Moisés Augusto, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel room was very comfortable and had a nice view.
Kyle, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great value. Nice breakfast. Good location.
Deirdre, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location was good, steep walk from dunedin station, but very central
Christine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast was awesome, had to pay for parking, helpfull staff, bad internet.
Bryan, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good breakfast
Karen, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

Stayed in the junior suite. Spacious, clean and really comfortable bed, enjoyed the breakfast and staff are friendly and helpful. The room itself is very tired, dated and badly needs an upgrade.
Monique, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfy bed and good free breakfast. Not a fan of paying for parking.
Bryce, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice hotel Well situated

Very nice stay. Very polite people at the reception. A little old hotel but very good placed in Middle of the town
Jane, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Comfortable beds and a warn, clean room. Breakfast was included and it had excellent options, including a separate toaster for gluten-free needs. Thr hotel is close to the centre and was in a quiet area. The building is quite tired as a lot of nz hotels seem to be.
Richard, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location and quality. Breakfast was great.
Packwood, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Nice stay
Angela, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay
Brent, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Lovely clean property with friendly staff. Bit dated but generally good. Close to inner city
sam, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location right above the Octagon. Staff were great. Good buffet breakfast included in room package - more than sufficient for a good start.
Daryl, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed my stay, breakfast every morning was amazing
Leonie, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very good location
Lin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The people made the stay very enjoyable. Could do with a bedding upgrade but was a good stay. Thankyou
Benjamin, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy check in and out with friendly staff
Peter, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Perfect location, availability of parking space, super helpful stage. Thank you so much!
Samantha, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Okay place to stay. Expensive for how dated and worn out place is. Was clean and breakfast was good. Good location. Lots of noise due to single glazing and age of place
Mark, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Breakfast included was fantastic
Kama, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Dunedin stay

Great stay. Reception was very helpful, room was huge with view over the city. Bed was very comfy and buffet breakfast a welcome start to the day.
Hall, 1-night trip