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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with restaurant, near Dunedin Botanic Garden

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Superior Suite
Meeting facility
Superior Suite

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Nestled in North Dunedin, Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offers a serene retreat. Relax on the picturesque terrace or unwind in the garden, and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. With free self parking, a bar for socializing, and a business center for productivity, you'll feel right at home. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Connecting rooms available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Terrace
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry

Feel at home (6)

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Cable/satellite TV service
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
11 May - 12 May

Room options

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In-room safe, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Twin Queen Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Cable/satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Map
30 Duke Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Otago - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • The Octagon - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 28 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬19 min walk

About this property

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a short 10-minute walk of University of Otago. Guests looking for a bite to eat can visit the restaurant, and the bar/lounge is the perfect spot to grab a drink at the end of the day. Other highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 76 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
    • Express check-out available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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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, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cots (infant beds)
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast (surcharge) 6:30 AM–9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM–10:00 AM on weekends
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

What to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Working away

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Services

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

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Step-free path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Alarm clock
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free newspapers
  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Mini fridge
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

McGavins Restaurant & Bar – On-site bar.

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

  • Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 30.00 to 34.00 for adults and NZD 15 to 17 for children
  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent

Policies

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.
This property does not have lifts.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
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. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, JCB International, Barclaycard

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Frequently asked questions

Does Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel 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 Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

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

Is parking offered on site at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Express check-out is available.

Is there an on-site casino at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel and nearby?

Have fun during the warmer months with activities nearby such as hiking. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel also has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant, McGavins Restaurant & Bar.

What's the area around Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel like?

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel is a short 6-minute walk from University of Otago and 13 minutes' walk from Otago Museum.

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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff
Room
Location
Breakfast
Parking
Bed
Botanical gardens
Restaurant
Food
Gardens

What guests liked

  • Easy parking was a convenient feature at this property. (4 reviews)
  • The restaurant offered a good menu with a variety of food options and staff went the extra mile to accommodate guests' needs. (3 reviews)
From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

A recommended destination when in Dunedin, good staff, location and services.
Zachary, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent Stay

Excellent stay in good location
PATRICIA, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly staff. Breakfast and dinner food was average.
Gregory, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Location
Sean, 6-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay for a night
Gabrielle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

great location with plenty of food options close by. In the heart of the university area as well
Gavin, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hotel is a good place to stay for business and leisure. Staff are very friendly and accommodating. Good restaurant and bar.
Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Always try to stay here as well maintained property
Paul, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Relaxed and comfortable.

A spacious, friendly stay right next to the Dunedin Botanic Gardens.
J, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent hotel.
Martin, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Front desk staff superb.

Front desk team are the best. Credit and recognition well deserved. They couldn’t have been more helpful and friendly. They made the stay to be honest. Rooms ok. Could do with air con as unusually hot weather the little fan did little to keep the room cool. Excellent quiet location. Will def stay here again.
Matt, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, friendly staff and comfy room
Tim, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

For a one night stay it perfectly serviceable. Seemed like a place that was full of tour groups.
Jade, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Quiet great location
jennifer, 5-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very welcoming and friendly staff, great hot, full pressure shower and the room was toasty warm on a cold winter night
D H, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This a well run easy to access and perfect property for me as a business traveller
Geoff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Ideal for regular visits

Always a reliable hotel
J, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Super Friendly staff and close to the main road. Meal was delicious.
Kevin and Ann, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Good ambience, cleanliness, lots of parking,good breakfast, friendly staff
Ikhlesh, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing hotel
Stacey, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great room

Great room. Very comfy and had everything we needed.
Kerri, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

this hotel just really suits our family requirements and staff are always helpful & friendly.
Debra, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely breakfast, friendly staff. Easy parking
Lisa, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

My wife and I really liked the hotel and felt the staff members were very kind, attentive, and helpful. The hotel is also located across the street from the botanical gardens, which was a beautiful/enjoyable experience.
Jack, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent location
Pam, 1-night trip