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Owens Motel

3.5 star property
City centre motel within easy reach of University of Otago

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Stunning two-story building with a charming entrance and lush greenery.
Stunning residential building with lush greenery and a charming entrance.
Compact kitchen with microwave, sink, and dining area.
Step into a modern space with a round table for dining or socializing.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a stainless steel sink, dishwasher, and stove.
In the heart of North Dunedin, Owens Motel offers a tranquil retreat with its garden and laundry facilities. Connect to WiFi in your room, take advantage of helpful staff and free self parking, and enjoy being close to University of Otago. Guests rave about the friendly service they received.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Non-smoking
  • Free parking
  • Laundry facilities
  • Free WiFi

Main amenities (8)

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self-parking
The current price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
13 Jul - 14 Jul

Room options

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Classic Apartment

Classic Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds

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Studio | Living area

Studio

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Hairdryer
  • 300 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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About the area

Map
745 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • The Octagon - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Owens Motel

Owens Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you a short five-minute walk from University of Otago. Free perks include WiFi and self-parking. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
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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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Pets

    • Pets stay for free
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free on-site self-parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Room service

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Fridge
  • Kitchenette

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 per cent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have lifts.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Owens Dunedin
Owens Motel Dunedin
Owens Motel Motel
Owens Motel Dunedin
Owens Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Does Owens Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Owens Motel 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 Owens Motel?

Yes, pets stay free.

Is parking offered on site at Owens Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Owens Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an on-site casino at Owens Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Owens Motel and nearby?

Owens Motel has a garden.

Does Owens Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a fridge and a coffee maker.

What's the area around Owens Motel like?

Owens Motel is in North Dunedin, a short 5-minute walk from University of Otago and 11 minutes' walk from Dunedin Botanic Garden.

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Owens Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, spacious room, close to town
Daniel, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this motel as they are pet friendly. Very comfortable and clean with some little extras not found in other motels.
Leanne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and tidy. Very comfortable bed.
Jennifer, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Welcome from host was very friendly. Explained parking and where our room was. Cleanliness of rooms was superb. Will use you again. Thank you
Linda, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The room was a good size, and the location is close to Central Dunedin making getting around the inner city very easy
Brian, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellence service our unit was cleaned to a high standard
Alana, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

While property a bit dated the owner was very friendly and helpful and all the important room features we value were provided - clean, comfy bed, good pressure shower, separate bedroom, clean functional kitchen area.
Anna, 3-night trip

6/10 Good

The bed was wonderful - comfortable and beautifully made up. Everything else average.
Nina, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Clean tidy and conveniently situated. Good sized and reasonably equipped kitchen dining area. We liked the entrance hall as this made bedrooms more private.
John, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Pleasure able stay
Linda, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Good value. Very friendly staff.
Sonya, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly owner, nice motel unit will definitely stay again.

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay , very clean and central to restaurants. Owners were amazing !!!
Virginia, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

A pleasant welcome and a quiet hotel.
Des, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Can,t wait to stay again at this motel on our next trip to Dunedin in a few months
Gayle, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

This is a nice affordable motel within walking distance to central Dunedin. Very clean & the owners are absolutely lovely. This motel is not over fancy but has everything you need.
Marylyn, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

All good
Jocelyn, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were so kind and nice! Place was very clean and functional.
Katie, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Perfect place to stay for business at the Uni
Craig, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

The room was spotlessly clean & very comfortable.
Kath, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very comfortable within easy assessability to CBD
john, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

dining options nearby
Frank, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Very happy
J, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Friendly and great value
Robert, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Amazing location

Our room was veru spacious, comfortable and clean. Amazing locations, waking distance to many restaurants and a 24 hrs convenience shop right next to it.
Paula, 1-night trip