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538 Great King Motel

4.5 star property
Motel with restaurant, near University of Otago

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Nestled near the University of Otago, 538 Great King Motel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy in-room WiFi, explore the garden or unwind on the terrace with an eco-certified conscience. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurants
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is NZ$186
includes taxes & fees
21 Jan - 22 Jan

Room options

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Studio, Accessible

Studio, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Studio

Large Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Large One Bedroom Apartment

Large One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large Disability Access Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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About the area

Map
538 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Otago Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 19 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬5 min walk

About this property

538 Great King Motel

Enjoy your visit to Dunedin with a stay at 538 Great King Motel. Guests will have free perks such as WiFi, self-parking and wired Internet. Other features include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in and check-out are available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age – 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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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 not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
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Parking

    • Free covered on-site self-parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • On-site parking includes off-street options
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bike parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soft drinks bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 30
  • 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

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair

Policies

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector on-site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay
Cashless transactions are available.

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

Are pets allowed at 538 Great King Motel?

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

Is parking offered on site at 538 Great King Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 538 Great King Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.

Is there an on-site casino at 538 Great King Motel?

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

What is there to do at 538 Great King Motel and nearby?

538 Great King Motel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near 538 Great King Motel?

Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.

What's the area around 538 Great King Motel like?

538 Great King Motel is in North Dunedin, a short 2-minute walk from University of Otago and 4 minutes' walk from Otago Museum.

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Reviews

538 Great King Motel Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

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Amenities
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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

The room is clean, no problem with parking and the bed is comfy.
Winnie Cheuk Wing, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Easy parking on site and the staff were super helpful. Clean room with added bonus of a night light in the bathroom. Also great having a restaurant and a cafe so close.
Jayne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was a great property.
helen, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Quiet, clean and completely renovated room. Very charming
Scott, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Easy parking. Efficient friendly check in. Well stocked room. Very clean. Staff helpful. Read the in-house information as it tells you about the underfloor heating in the bathroom.
Janet, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

This is a comfortable and well located motel in North Dunedin for any one visiting students in Otago. The staff were pleasant and responsive
Jason, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Pleasant stay as usual, Thankyou Eddie and staff :)
H, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

we found our stay very comfortable and central to everything
David, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Overall, a comfortable experience and would consider staying again.
Amit, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay

Lovely stay with excellent hosts.
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very well presented accommodation, friendly staff and convenient location for local facilities. Confidence in recommending this motel and would use again
Philip, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

It was quiet and had an attractive courtyard garden.
Margaret, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommend this hotel. I only had one night here but it was so relaxing. Very comfortable bed and the kitchett.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

It has a quiet and very pleasant courtyard garden.
Rupert, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and clean hotel room within a short distance from Otago University. Friendly and helpful staff.
Packwood, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended Great location for University visits
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Only a one night stay but everything was excellent
Lynne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Loved the motel very clean had a well stocked kitchen area and underfloor heating, the only thing that I could suggest is in the winter when it’s very cold if you turn the heating on the day the people arrive as it took a little time to get the room warm. Other than that I will definitely book the hotel again.
Jo-Ann, 3-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great convenient location and very quiet considering it’s off the main highway
Sheree, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely stay again. Loved the garden view.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent
Wayne, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Property is well maintained. Very clean with modern designs. Walkable to restaurants
Pao-Ting, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and everything we needed
Maree, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The cleanest place I have ever stayed we stayed 4 nights and didn’t want to leave
Shane, 4-night trip