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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area
Property entrance
Junior Four Bedroom Suite
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area
Four Bedroom Suite | Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
28 Sept - 29 Sept

Explore the area

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6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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Two Bedroom Studio

Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 53 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Four Bedroom Suite | Living area

Four Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
  • 185 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
4 bedrooms
  • 125 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
2 bedrooms
  • 65 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(32 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Three Bedroom Suite

Superior Three Bedroom Suite

Highlights

Separate dining area
Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
3 bedrooms
  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio (Twin)

Studio (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

About the area

Dunedin

A luxury stay in the heart of Dunedin awaits you at Distinction Dunedin Hotel. Within steps you'll find Grand Casino and Dunedin Chinese Garden within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room washers/dryers. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6 AM and 11 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Near this 4.5-property class Dunedin City Centre hotel, you'll find University of Otago.

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • The Octagon - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Otago - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 9 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocho cafe and chocolate shop - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sool Dunedin - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Black Dog Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Luxury hotel with fitness centre and 24-hour front desk
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Distinction Dunedin Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 121 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and complimentary weekday newspapers. Additionally, rooms include a safe and an iron/ironing board. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site (NZD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6 AM to 11 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washing machine/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for full breakfast: from approximately NZD 38.00 for adults and from NZD 19 for children
  • Self-parking fee: NZD 27 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on 28 Sept 2025 start from NZ$257.30, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Yep, Distinction Dunedin Hotel has a self car park for NZD 27 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

The closest beach to Distinction Dunedin Hotel is St. Clair Beach (3.5 km).

What makes Distinction Dunedin Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as pillowtop beds in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Distinction Dunedin Hotel.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel serve breakfast?

Sure does, full breakfast is on offer weekdays from 6 AM to 11 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

No, Distinction Dunedin Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.