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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

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Restaurant
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area
Restaurant
Superior Three Bedroom Suite
Bar (on property)

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Parking available
The current price is NZ$239
includes taxes & fees
12 July - 13 July

Explore the area

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6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Town Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Private kitchen

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Executive Suite

Executive Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Two Bedroom Studio

Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(24 reviews)
  • 53 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 65 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Studio (Twin)

Studio (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Four Bedroom Suite | Living area

Four Bedroom Suite

  • 185 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a chair, and a view of the city through large windows.

Superior King

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 31 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Superior Three Bedroom Suite

Superior Three Bedroom Suite

  • 100 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • 125 sq m
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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 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. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Dunedin City Centre hotel include Speight's Brewery and The Octagon.

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
  • ‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Vanguard Specialty Coffee - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Secured, covered parking on site (NZD 30 per day)
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 40 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
  • Smoking not allowed

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
  • Washing machine/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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 40 for adults and from NZD 19 for children
  • Covered self-parking fee: NZD 30 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 1 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on 12 Jul 2026 start from NZ$239, 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 secured covered self car park for NZD 30 per day. A self car park is also available, for a fee.

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.

Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 797 out of 949 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 133 out of 949 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 949 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 949 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 949 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Cody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was perfect, loved every minute of it. Luxury and the breakfast is fantastic
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rhonda

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Quality rooms and restaurant.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Bernard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel, very clean and convenient location. Breakfast also good.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Rooms are very nice and breakfast was very good.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location . large comfortable room that even had a washer and dryer. great breakfast .
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Kellie Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff on arrival were amazing and super friendly. The hotel was excellent - highly recommended
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grant and Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everyone was extremely helpful and friendly and had a great restful time following an operation
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent room an staff awesome especially Moana in the restaurant, she was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really enjoyed this hotel the staff were so helpful! The two bedroom suite was amazing! Washer and dryer worked well!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful motel, very comfortable beds, rooms and ensuite good size.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Yvette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great fresh , tasty buffet breakfast! Nice room with everything you require for an overnight stay! Will not hesitate to book a distinction hotel in future! Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding from start to finish. Staff were excellent and super helpful, rooms were spacious and really well appointed. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good room with a huge bathroom. All the staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food Restaurant food was good and reasonably priced
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Rajnish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely hotel be it location , ambience and service . Good breakfast be it choice and more important is quality . Friendly , helpful and courteous staff ! Hence a comfortable stay Would love to stay again in case one visits again ! Cheers
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Corinne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel in a great location. We had a one bedroom suite and loved it. The shower with the push button on off for overhead rain shower or hand held was a first for us and the best system we've ever experienced. Helpful staff and nice buffet breakfast as well. Lastly we had dinner in the hotel and the food was excellent!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We love our quality hotels and this was no exception. Clean, polite staff, buffet breakfast good and close to all amenities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Distinction is our go-to for Dunedin. Friendly staff, great breakfast and a quiet and comfortable room.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

pramod

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great staff and clean room.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Excellent hotel! Great staff exquisite beds and great water pressure in the shower!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
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8/10 Good

Heng

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

E Maree

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything especially the food - was ab delicious.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Lee Meredith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were helpful. Place was clean and tidy. Our rooms were made up well and while we’re were out. Everything was restocked. Quiet. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Cyril

Liked: Cleanliness
Room clean. Bar good.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026