Sahara Motels

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from University of Otago

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Front of property
Deluxe Double Studio
Daily continental breakfast (NZD 18.00 per person)
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Large  Ensuite Rooms)
Basic One-Bedroom Apartment with Private Bathroom

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Air conditioning
  • Housekeeping
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$164
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct

Explore the area

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619 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Place, Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

1 Bedroom Family Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Basic One-Bedroom Apartment with Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Digital channels
Daily housekeeping
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Dunedin

Sahara Motels places you steps from University of Otago and within a short 5-minute stroll of Otago Museum. Highlights at this hotel include free in-room WiFi. .This smoke-free hotel offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and luggage storage. Added amenities include laundry facilities and a front desk safe. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this North Dunedin hotel include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston.

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Octagon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 19 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Albany - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Staff Club - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Sahara Motels

Hotel with free parking, steps from University of Otago
As a guest of Sahara Motels, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Sahara Motels offers 28 accommodations with air conditioning. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of towels on request
  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:30 PM to 7:30 AM

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant 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 continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 18.00 for adults and from NZD 18.00 for children

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, debit cards and cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Sahara Motels?

Sahara Motels offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Sahara Motels?

As of 4 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sahara Motels on 11 Oct 2025 start from NZ$164.35, 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 Sahara Motels?

Yep, Sahara Motels has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Are there any beaches close to Sahara Motels?

The closest beach to Sahara Motels is St. Clair Beach (5 km).

Does Sahara Motels serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is offered daily between 7:30 AM and 9:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Sahara Motels?

No, Sahara Motels does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Sahara Motels?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Sahara Motels?

No, pets are not allowed.