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Dunedin Palms Motel

4.5 star property
4.5-star motel near University of Otago

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Two Bedroom Apartment | View from room
Studio Spa | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board
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Property amenity
Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard | Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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185 high st, Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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One Bedroom (3 Adults) | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom (3 Adults)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • City view
  • 376 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(9 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Double Spa | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom Double Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard | Private spa tub

Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 395 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Spa | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Living area | Flat-screen TV, heated floors

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Living area | Flat-screen TV, heated floors

One Bedroom Double Spa

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Studio Spa

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

One Bedroom (3 Adults)

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Twin Room | Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Twin Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing, iron/ironing board

Two Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Heart of Dunedin.At this Dunedin City Centre motel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery. The Octagon and Dunedin Chinese Garden are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Octagon - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 12 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Cilantro - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Impression - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Dunedin Palms Motel

4.5-star motel near University of Otago
Dunedin Palms Motel offers its guests a terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. WiFi is free in public spaces. Free self parking is available.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Dunedin motel.

  • 27 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 3 buildings
  • Built in 1930
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Smoking in designated areas
Dunedin Palms Motel offers 27 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and complimentary weekday newspapers. Rooms open to furnished balconies or patios. Beds feature premium bedding. Accommodations at this 4.5-star motel have kitchenettes with refrigerators, microwaves, and cookware/dishes/utensils. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions are featured in guestrooms. Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and fans. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 12 to 12 for adults and NZD 12 to 12 for children

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Fan
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
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 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests requesting to split the king bed will be charged an additional fee of NZD 10 per stay.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay.

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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12 to 12 for adults, and NZD 12 to 12 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.

This motel will place an authorization equal to one night's accommodation and two weeks prior to your stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

Dunedin Palms
Dunedin Palms Motel
Palms Dunedin
Palms Motel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Hotel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Motel Motel
Dunedin Palms Motel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

How close is Dunedin Palms Motel to the airport?

Dunedin Palms Motel is 17.6 mi (25-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 Dunedin Palms Motel?

As of Apr 6, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dunedin Palms Motel on May 5, 2026 start from $112, 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 Dunedin Palms Motel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Dunedin Palms Motel.

How close is Dunedin Palms Motel to the beach?

This motel is 2.4 mi (10-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 3.5 mi (7-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Dunedin Palms Motel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t offered at Dunedin Palms Motel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of between NZD 12 and 12 for adults, NZD 12 and 12 for children. It's available every day from 8:00 AM to 10 AM.

Is there a casino at Dunedin Palms Motel?

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

What time is check-in at Dunedin Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Dunedin Palms Motel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Dunedin Palms Motel have a pool?

Dunedin Palms Motel does not have a pool.

Does Dunedin Palms Motel have a spa?

This motel doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Dunedin Palms Motel to downtown Dunedin?

Dunedin Palms Motel is 0.4 mi away from Dunedin.

Dunedin Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 636 out of 941 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 245 out of 941 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 45 out of 941 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 941 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 941 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Clean Tidy. Comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

HOWARD

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
It was a very nice stay and available in a last minute request.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

8/10 Good

Yuet, Wellington

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The house keeping staff was efficient when the shower outlet was clogged.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kim

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The room is clean, modern, airy, bright and close to amenities. It was easy checking in & out. Their staff are very friendly and approachable. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Thank you Palms Hotel.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Graeme

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very helpfull and pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clinton, Perth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay here, the accommodation was very clean, neat and tidy and walking distance to everything I needed, would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rooms nice and clean with good facilities and free parking. Motel was well located to the centre of the town too
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Harriet

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Room clean. Motel in good location
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sudapa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service! Nice to stay😍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quite room. Large room. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Mary, Casey

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice clean room
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

barry john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean warm room .check in lady was very helpful and welcoming
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jasmine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms and everything you need for a stop over
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

4/10 Poor

Kim

No soap for shower or left anywhere. Really cold when we arrived at night, and windows were all open. The office was also locked when we arrived at 5.30pm and had to wait for the lady to come down. The pull out couch had a pair of kids underwear in them so hasn't been pulled out and cleaned.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Jen

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ange

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
Close to city, clean and tidy and had all that we needed
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Wesley

Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luisa

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Marc

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Staff & service
Bit tired and not what expected
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Excellent Stay

Pleasant stay - clean and comfortable rooms
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Peter

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideally located for a one night stay and to get around town for shopping and restaurants.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025