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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

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

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Restaurant
Bar (on property)
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Superior Three Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

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

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • 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

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Studio

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

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(3 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio (Twin) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio (Twin)

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

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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

Four Bedroom Suite

  • 1991 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Three Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Superior Three Bedroom Suite

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

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

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

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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

  • ‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Impression - ‬6 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.

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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

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (NZD 30 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 40 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
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.

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 40 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30 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 Mar 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on Apr 1, 2026 start from $152, 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.

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 40 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 30 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

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 743 out of 885 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 125 out of 885 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 885 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 885 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 885 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Qi En

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

sanjay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roey

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Incredible, all the staff were so friendly and helpful even though we checked in at midnight, and the room was lovely. We were there on our honeymoon and it was absolutely perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Help at the front desk was outstanding.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jared

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Amenities, staff were excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful room! We really enjoyed our stay in the 4 bedroom apartment
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
In room laundry is excellent, great breakfast with a big selection, smooth check-in. Nice clean room with great bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Senaa

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful hotel Amazing service Spotless Loved it Definitely staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohit

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was quiet and very clean. Staff were friendly and helpful. Parcels restaurant was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Craig

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

richard

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
This was a great stay my only dissapointment was having purchasing breakfast option we were unable to purchase from the "real" breakfast menu eg porridge or omelet rather restricted to hot buffet.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
For both of us the room was a very good size great amenities and great location for easy walking distance to city centre. staff were friendly and courteous - would stay again and highly recommend it.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely people great place to stay thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kiri

Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kranthi

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic service by the staff at the desk and the restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well situated. Within walking distance of central city shops and sightseeing interests. Close to public transport. Great cafes nearby, particularly Vogel Kitchen. Great meals served at Parcels restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bowen, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and the room itself has almost everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Amenities
Staying at this hotel was the most enjoyable experience of a hotel stay in my entire experience and I have stayed in a huge amount in my long life. Everyone was very kind and helpful, it was also very quiet, the room was perfect and clean with everything you could possibly imagine and was cleaned and replenished with everything every day and a nice touch was the little cookie pack replaced daily. I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to all and would stay again in a heartbeat. 10/10 Gail stayed 5 October for 5 nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean, spacious rooms, microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025