Highland House Boutique Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star Victorian motel near Dunedin Botanic Garden

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Superior Queen Studio, Shower Only | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster
Deluxe Family Suite | Down comforters, individually decorated, laptop workspace
Deluxe Triple Suite | Private kitchenette | Mini-fridge, microwave, electric kettle, toaster

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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1003 George Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • Place, Dunedin Botanic Garden
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Otago Museum
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Queen Studio

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Queen Studio with Shower

  • Sleeps 2

Deluxe Triple Suite

  • Sleeps 3

Superior Queen Studio, Shower Only

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Superior Queen Studio

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Deluxe Triple Suite

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Grand Triple Studio

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Grand Triple Studio

  • Sleeps 3

Deluxe Family Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 409 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Suite

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

North Dunedin stay.Within a 10-minute walk of this North Dunedin motel, you'll find Dunedin Botanic Garden and University of Otago. Otago Museum and Forsyth Barr Stadium are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Otago - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Otago Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • The Octagon - 4 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Hell Pizza - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Highland House Boutique Hotel

3.5-star Victorian motel near Dunedin Botanic Garden
Highland House Boutique Hotel offers its guests tour/ticket assistance and laundry facilities. Public spaces have free WiFi. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. You'll have access to the indoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Dunedin motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 11 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Built in 1911
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • No smoking on site
Highland House Boutique Hotel offers 11 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Each accommodation is individually decorated. Beds feature down comforters. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with satellite channels.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Additionally, rooms include complimentary toiletries and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby indoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free secured, uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 22 per person

Things to do

  • Indoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • In-room roll-in shower
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes
  • Down comforter

Bathroom

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

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Mini-fridge
  • Paper towels
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Laundry detergent
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.65 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and lockbox information; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 48 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! One child 12 years old or younger stays free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant 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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 22 per person
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.65 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, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
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, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • One child 12 years old or younger stays free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Alcohol isn't served at Highland House Boutique Hotel.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Highland House Boutique Hotel to the airport?

Highland House Boutique Hotel is 19.1 mi (27-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Highland House Boutique Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Highland House Boutique Hotel.

How close is Highland House Boutique Hotel to the beach?

This motel is 4.4 mi (13-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 5 mi (10-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Highland House Boutique Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Highland House Boutique Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 22 per person. It's available every day from 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Highland House Boutique Hotel?

No, there is no casino at this motel, but Grand Casino (4-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Highland House Boutique Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Highland House Boutique Hotel?

This motel offers free self parking.

Does Highland House Boutique Hotel have a pool?

Highland House Boutique Hotel does not have a pool, but guests have access to a nearby indoor pool.

Does Highland House Boutique Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this motel.

How close is Highland House Boutique Hotel to downtown Dunedin?

Highland House Boutique Hotel is 1.3 mi away from Dunedin.

Highland House Boutique Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 153 out of 255 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 80 out of 255 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 255 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 255 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 255 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Clare

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Easy distance to many things. Very quiet even though on a Main Street.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Diane

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

Comfortable stay

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Gorgeous property, sumptuous furnishings and bedding, peaceful and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul, Hamilton

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely room, double-glazed, warm and pretty quiet considering its location. Loved our stay.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Gaye

Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was spacious, bed confortable & liked the spacious bathroom especially with the bath. The heating was good too.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, with a nice team to greet me.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

HELENA

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything we needed ... especially the heating mid winter cosy!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable easy location. Excellent value for money
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hinano

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kerin

Traveled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Heritage hotel, comfy beds, good parking, lovely lady, helped us with getting settled in, convenience store across the road for snack and restaurants a five minute drive, enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michele

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to town and eating establishments...big room...comfie bed...lovely bath shower and kitchen facilities...off street parking..noisy area at night But good value for money...only downside was poor checkin..waiting for 40 min for someone to turn up to let guests in
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Christy

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Tab

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Lynn

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities
I think the photos seemed like it would be more of an upscale experience... but once we settled in it was fine and close to many options for activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

ivan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
The bed was comfortable. The area seemed a bit sketchy. Giant spider web full of bugs in bathroom.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stuart

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

Dunedin

Very helpful in providing additional services
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Louise

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property with friendly staff. Laundry facilities which was helpful and tasteful decor. Clean except for pink mould on lower tiles of shower- this was the only negative
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill

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

A heritage hotel

I loved this little hotel. Its like stepping back a century! It's beautifully restored and cared for, with a very comfortable bed and an excellent shower over the bath. A staff member was happy to help when I asked for someone to carry my bag down the steep staircase.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Kim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Phoebe Chiew Bee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A dignified and well kept property. Very clean, neat and comfortable. A place with character and charm. The hotel owner has done it right.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

laura

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Machiko

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful historical interior, quiet environment, warm room with heaters and lovely staff.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024