In Dunedin City Centre, Distinction Dunedin Hotel combines luxurious comfort with eco-friendly practices. Start your day with a hearty breakfast and stay connected with in-room WiFi. With a bar, gym, banquet hall and helpful staff on hand, this hotel is perfect for both relaxation and business.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Otago. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness centre for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travellers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
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Hotel size
121 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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, 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 in rooms
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Parking
On-site self-parking (NZD 27 per day)
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6 AM–11 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–11 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Working away
Meeting room
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
Fitness centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Tile flooring in room
Deep-pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Washer and dryer
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillow-top mattress
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Fridge
Microwave
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Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
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 38.00 for adults and NZD 19 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 per cent
Parking
Self-parking costs NZD 27 per day
Policies
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Guests can rest easy knowing that there's a smoke detector and window guards on-site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
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Frequently asked questions
Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Distinction Dunedin 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 Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yes. Self-parking costs NZD 27 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
Is there an on-site casino at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Distinction Dunedin Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant.
What's the area around Distinction Dunedin Hotel like?
Distinction Dunedin Hotel is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Dunedin Railway Station and 14 minutes' walk from University of Otago.
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Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
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What guests liked
Breakfast at the property was consistently described as great, top-notch, delicious, and wonderful. (9 reviews)
The gym facility was huge with a great selection of equipment and helped guests stay active and feel refreshed. (4 reviews)
Parking was convenient, affordable, and easily accessible at this property. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
8/10 Very good
22 Jan 2025
Nice comfortable stay
Scott
Scott, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
17 Jan 2025
Great location, hotel staff were very friendly and the breakfast was wonderful. Would stay again.
Tara
Tara, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
18 Jan 2025
Awesome hotel conveniently located in Dunedin.
Sonya
Sonya, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Dec 2024
Very convenient location; very friendly staff; nice onsite restaurant.
Xiaodong
Xiaodong, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
Great service and the breakfast was delicious.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Apr 2025
Great location, perfect for the family
Travelling with a 8yrs & a 15 yrs old teenages, the 2 bedrooms suite gave everyone the space they needed. A modern stylish clean room makes you just feel lile home. 10/10
Yeuk Lun Edward
Yeuk Lun Edward, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
30 Jan 2025
Fantastic Hotel. By far the best luxury hotel in Dunedin. Staff were fantastic helpful and friendly.
Fiona
Fiona, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
28 Nov 2024
Great Hotel, Great Location, enough Parking right next door! Would stay again there!
Patrick
Patrick, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
26 Nov 2024
Excellent hotel! Awesome amenities and great shower.
Josh
Josh, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
13 Jan 2025
Fantastic hotel. Very friendly staff. Loved the washer&dryer in the bathroom cupboard. Great buffet breakfast!
Susan
Susan, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
4 Nov 2024
Weekend stay
Great hotel ina good location
B A
B A, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
29 Dec 2024
This was a very nice hotel!! It was very well located and overall it was a great experience! We highly recommend it!!
Merlin W.
Merlin W., 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Dec 2024
Perfect from the moment we arrived
Bernadine
Bernadine, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
6 Dec 2024
Easy place to stay in Dunedin for a night
Claire
Claire, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
3 Feb 2025
Beautiful hotel. One bedroom suite was quite large, and appreciated the laundry facilities. Very clean. Breakfast was excellent. Staff very helpful and friendly. We will absolutely stay here again.
Melissa
Melissa, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
27 Aug 2024
Love staying here,beautiful rooms
andrew
andrew, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
1 Jan 2025
The staff were amazing - so very friendly and helpful at all times. Very nice room, spotlessly clean, comfy bed, and great shower. Nice food in the restaurant for both breakfast and dinner. We loved everything about this place.
Mark
Mark, 4-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
24 Aug 2024
Always stay here when come to dunedin and always great
Anisha
Anisha, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
8 Sept 2024
Perfect get away great areas to enjoy drink food and relax in comfortable bedding