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"It was NYE, and the hotel was fully booked. Our 'suite' was so small we had difficulty opening our luggage - and the view of the building next door -
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A luxury stay in the heart of Dunedin awaits you at Fable Dunedin. Within steps you'll find Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this eco-certified hotel include a restaurant, a bar/lounge, and a conference center.
The restaurant, The Press Club, is open for breakfast and dinner. 1938 square feet (180 square meters) of event facilities include meeting rooms and conference space. Added amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Each morning cooked-to-order breakfast is available. There's also the convenience of valet parking.
Near this 5-star Dunedin City Centre hotel, you'll find University of Otago.
Fable Dunedin ratings based on 29 Verified Reviews
Review Summary
4.3
out of 5
4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff4.5 out of 5.0
Room comfort0.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition4.5 out of 5.0
Guest reviews for Fable Dunedin
Everyone (7)Couples (14)Family (6)
1 out of 5
There is no way this hotel is a five star. The rooms were tiny. Only 17m2 was claustrophobic. The aircon filters were completely blocked. The floors creaked. The access to the room was like a maze. No elevator to our floor. The exterior noise from the HVAC systems was loud and continuous. Had to shift first room due to kitchen extraction outside our room plus could see outside our room, no clear windows, obviously to hide the kitchen extraction. Very dark and morbid.
Posted by John on 12 Mar. 2024
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Comment from Hotel Management
4 Apr. 2024
by Lachlan
Hi John,Thank you for taking the time to leave us your feedback. I'm sorry that you didn't find our property up to the high standard we aim for. Please do keep in mind, our hotel is over 150 years old, although recently refurbished, we still have the occasional creaky floor board. The hotel does have many lift access rooms but it's original design did not have elevators in mind. If you choose to stay with us again, we ask you reach out directly so we can find a more suitable room type to your preferences.
3 out of 5
It was NYE, and the hotel was fully booked. Our 'suite' was so small we had difficulty opening our luggage - and the view of the building next door - from the bedroom was less awful. Was hoping for larger bedroom space.
Posted by Susan on 31 Dec. 2023
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5 out of 5
We loved the bedroom decor and the restaurant was amazing food and service! Close to everything and well priced considering how nice it is!
Posted by Valeria on 1 Jun. 2023
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Comment from Hotel Management
3 Jun. 2023
by Charlotte Steele - Duty Manager
Thank you Valeria - its so wonderful to see that you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope that this will be the first of many stays you will have at our hotel.
5 out of 5
Very good
Posted by Le Roux on 12 May 2023
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Comment from Hotel Management
18 May 2023
by Charlotte Steele - Duty Manager
Dear Le Roux, Thank you for your feedback I am so very pleased to see that you had an excellent stay with us. We hope this is one of many.
5 out of 5
Such an exceptional hotel! It is styled to perfection with every amenity, coffee table books, woolen tartan blanket & even a dyson hair dryer! Very very nice 👌
Posted by Daniel, from Berwick on 17 Feb. 2023
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Comment from Hotel Management
18 Feb. 2023
by Charlotte Steele - Duty Manager
Daniel, Thank you so much for your review it is lovely to see that you really enjoyed your stay with us and loved the hotel as much as we do. Hopefully we can welcome you back again!
3 out of 5
Lovely heritage building with great central location.
The use of tablets to run everything in the room would be great except the IT was being upgraded for the whole 3 days I was there. There is no phone in the room, so if you need anything you have to go downstairs and ask at reception. Eg after a long day of walking & hiking, after your shower and relaxing, you have to get dressed and go downstairs to order room service.
My room looked at an air shaft and was overlooked by windows from a higher up room. So much for paying more for a nicer room.
Posted by Kylie on 27 Sep. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
7 Oct. 2022
by Charlotte Steele - Duty Manager
Dear Kylie, Thank you for your review. We appreciate your feedback. We did encounter some issues with the tablets during your stay and I would like to apologize for any inconvenience that this caused you. Our Luxury rooms are very popular as they are quite spacious and quiet as they are internal rooms. I am sorry to hear that you did not like the outlook from you room and do hope that this does not deter you from booking with us again in the future. Once again thank you for taking the time to leave us a review we are very pleased that you loved our heritage building and the location of the hotel
5 out of 5
Loved the hotel and dunebin
Posted by Julie Ann on 25 Aug. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
6 Sep. 2022
by Charlotte Steele - Duty Manager
Dear Julie Ann, Thank you for taking the time to submit a review of our hotel. We are very pleased to hear that you loved the Hotel and Dunedin and hope to be able to welcome you back to stay with us sometime in the near future.
2 out of 5
Hotel and staff were nice, but the first room we were offered had only windows that were to high up to see through. The second room was adjacent to the elevator which was very noisy. The AC system also very noisy and temperature not constant. Rooms were very small. Not worth the money.
Posted by Kasper on 14 Aug. 2022
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Comment from Hotel Management
14 Aug. 2022
by Charlotte Steele
Dear Kasper,
Thank you for your review. I am very sorry to hear that you did not find your room comfortable. Ideally we would have like to offer you a room upgrade in this situation however we were heavily booked on the evening that you stayed with us.
We do try to limit use of the lift at night to ensure that this is not a problem for our guests.
I would like to apologize on behalf of the hotel that your stay was not what you expected.
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. Event space at this hotel measures 1938 square feet (180 square meters) and includes a conference center. The luxury Fable Dunedin also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Parking is available for a fee. This 5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.
50 guestrooms or units
7 levels
Meeting rooms
1938 sq ft of conference space
180 sq m of conference space
Built in 1862
Conference center
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Express check-out
Storage area for luggage
Front-desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Wedding services available
Computer for guest use
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Elevator
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
Dining venue
Family Friendly Amenities
Family property
Free WiFi
Laundry facilities
Refrigerator
Internet
Available in all rooms:
Free WiFi
Available in some public areas:
Free WiFi
, Internet access - wireless
Parking
Self parking (surcharge)
Transport
Train station: Dunedin Railway Station (1 km / 0.6 mi)
Parking: Valet parking available for a surcharge
Room Amenities
Fable Dunedin offers 50 air-conditioned accommodations with minibars and safes. Refrigerators and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include showers, bathrobes, slippers, and designer toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, complimentary newspapers, and phones. Additionally, rooms include hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Minibar
In-room dining (24 hours)
Refrigerator
Coffee maker
Shower
Cribs (free)
Housekeeping (daily)
Newspapers (free)
Hair dryer
Safe
Bathrobes
Slippers
Designer toiletries
Telephone
Iron and ironing board
Desk
Blackout drapes
Air conditioning
Ensuite bathroom
Connecting rooms available
Toothbrush and toothpaste available
Change of towels (on request)
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Food & Drink
For a fee, guests can enjoy cooked-to-order breakfast daily.
The Press Club - This restaurant serves breakfast and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available.
24-hour room service is available.
Hotel Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age is: 18
Special check-in instructions:
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
This property is not suitable for guests who are required to quarantine, due to the property's communal areas.
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.
Check-out
Check-out by 11 AM
Payment types
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome.
Kids stay free! Up to 10 children 5 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Free cribs (infant beds)!
Pet Policy
No pets allowed
Policies
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, Diners Club, and JCB International. Cash is not accepted. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
No rollaway/extra beds available
Children stay free
Number of children who can stay for free – 10
Debit cards not accepted
Staffed front desk
Smoke detector
Security system
Children stay free - maximum age 5
Property is cleaned with disinfectant
Staff wear personal protective equipment
Protective clothing is available for guests
Masks are available for guests
No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
Social distancing measures are in place
Contactless check-in is not available
Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
Individually wrapped food options are available
Individually wrapped food options are available for breakfast
Individually wrapped food options are available for lunch
Individually wrapped food options are available for dinner
Individually wrapped food options are available through room service
No gap period between guests' stays
Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
Temperature checks are not available to guests
Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
Contactless check-out is not available
Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
Cashless transactions are available
Masks are compulsory at the property
Contactless food service / room service is available
Reservation might be required for some facilities on site
Mobile key entry is not available
Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
Property follows sanitisation practices of COVID-19 Guidelines (WHO)
Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
Property does not require health documentation at check-in
Comprehensive food waste policy
Fees
Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:
Deposit: NZD 100.00 per day
We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
Fee for cooked-to-order breakfast: approximately NZD 19–27 per person
Valet parking fee: NZD 40 per day
Late check-out fee: NZD 60.00 (subject to availability)
Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.50 percent
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
Hotel Names
Dunedin Park Regis
Park Regis Dunedin
Park Regis Dunedin Hotel
Wains Hotel Dunedin
Wains Hotel
Wains Dunedin
Fable Dunedin Hotel
Wains Hotel Dunedin
Fable Dunedin Dunedin
Fable Dunedin Hotel Dunedin
You should know
Up to 10 children 5 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
Awards & Affiliations
Qualmark
National Rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 5 stars.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Fable Dunedin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
Yep, Fable Dunedin has valet parking for NZD 40 per day.
The closest beach to Fable Dunedin is St. Clair Beach (3.5 km).
You bet! With amenities like kids' meals and laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise Fable Dunedin is a hit with families.
Yep, cooked-to-order breakfast is served daily.
No, Fable Dunedin does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
