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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin City Centre

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Relax in this stylish living space with a central island bar, sofa, and armchairs.
Welcome to our hotel, featuring a striking entrance with a large illuminated sign and a clear pathway to the main doors.
Enjoy a spacious room with a dining table, kitchen area, and separate bathroom featuring a shower.
Enjoy meals in this stylish dining area with a large table for six, adjacent to a convenient kitchen space.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, nightstand, and mirror.

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

Map
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 | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Four Bedroom Suite

  • 1991 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • 1346 sq ft
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(30 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Executive Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Three Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Three Bedroom Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior King

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Junior Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio (Twin) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

City center retreat .A stay at this Dunedin City Centre hotel places you steps from Grand Casino and within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Chinese Garden. Speight's Brewery and The Octagon are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Octagon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • University of Otago - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sessions - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Impression - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬2 min walk

About this property

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5-star luxury hotel in Dunedin City Centre
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness center, 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)
  • Elevator
  • 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. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and complimentary weekday newspapers. Additionally, rooms include safes and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Self parking on site (NZD 27 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 38 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

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 available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent 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.

Property 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: approximately NZD 38.00 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • Self parking fee: NZD 27 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

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 each 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

How close is Distinction Dunedin Hotel to the airport?

Distinction Dunedin Hotel is 17.4 mi (23-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on Jul 25, 2025 start from $121.49, excluding 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.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel.

How close is Distinction Dunedin Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.4 mi (8-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 3.4 mi (7-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Distinction Dunedin Hotel, but full breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 38.00 for adults and NZD 19 for children. It's available on weekdays from 6 AM to 11 AM and weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM.

Is there a casino at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime.

Is there free parking at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 27 per day.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have a pool?

Distinction Dunedin Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Distinction Dunedin Hotel to downtown Dunedin?

Distinction Dunedin Hotel is 0.3 mi away from Dunedin.

Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 625 out of 753 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 113 out of 753 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 753 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 753 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 753 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

jade

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice size apartment with washing machine couch to relax gym on site restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ursula, Albany

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We have stayed in many hotels around the world and this would be up there with the best of the best! The rooms were spacious, the decor fitting for the era of the original building, the rooms were well appointed, the food was excellent, and the service was fabulous. Highly recommended if you are a fussy traveller!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Kane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property extremely clean, breakfast overpriced
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristy

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous hotel. Super clean, super comfy with all the available amenities. Front desk staff and house keeping were wonderful. We look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great 5 nights at the distinction hotel. The room was absolutely lovely very comfortable bed and luxurious bathroom Would definitely stay there again
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hamish

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, will visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laetitia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Would have preferred free parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Heramb

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was clean and nice. TV could have movies preloaded
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Todd, Preston

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Grace

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good quality of breakfast. Nice stylish hotel rooms.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Billy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Buffet breakfast was amazing and yummy
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

jonathan

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great hotel to stay at
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

P

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Did not like check out time
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tricia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Excellent stay for one night

This was a last minute booking for us as we had to change a date. We've been in NZ for thirty days and this is the only large hotel we've stayed in. The bedroom was spotlessly clean, shower great, bed comfy but what was great was the fact that there was a washing machine and tumble drier in the ensuite!! We had breakfast included too which was a nice treat but the coffee choice was poor. Oh and I loved the thick towels in the room. Great location too.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ling

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Restaurant service not well organized
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

The option of booking a King Suite with a washer dryer in your room is a huge bonus when you are traveling and have been on the road for almost two weeks. All other services were great and the staff were extremely friendly!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel. Our room was spacious and very comfortable. Staff lovely. Restaurant great. Couldn’t fault anything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025