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Law Courts Hotel

3.5 star property
3.5-star hotel near The Octagon

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A bar area with wooden counters, hanging mugs, and various bottles.
A bar area with a selection of liquor bottles, a large bottle of water, and multiple glasses on a tray.
A lounge area with rows of chairs and a chandelier.
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a television.
A multi-story hotel with a prominent "Law Courts Hotel" sign, a "Jury Room Bar" on the ground floor, and a "Vacancy Tonight" sign.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar

Explore the area

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53 Stuart Street, Cnr Cumberland & Stuart Streets, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Paul's Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with a green throw blanket and a white pillow.

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A neatly made bed with a dark quilt and patterned pillows, two bedside lamps, and a wall-mounted artwork above the bed.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a blue and white duvet, a grey quilted duvet, and two folded white towels. There are two windows with white curtains and a wall-mounted lamp.

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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Iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

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A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

City center stay.A stay at this Dunedin City Centre hotel places you steps from First Church of Otago and within a 5-minute walk of The Octagon. Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Best Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dost Turkish Cafe - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Law Courts Hotel

3.5-star hotel near The Octagon
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino, an arcade/game room, and laundry facilities are also featured at Law Courts Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Game room or arcade
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Law Courts Hotel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Things to do

  • 18 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

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 10 for adults and NZD 10 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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards, and cash.
    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. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

Property class

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

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Law Courts Hotel to the airport?

Law Courts Hotel 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 Law Courts Hotel?

As of Jul 31, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Law Courts Hotel on Aug 13, 2026 start from $81, 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 Law Courts Hotel have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Law Courts Hotel.

How close is Law Courts Hotel to the beach?

This hotel is 2.7 mi (9-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 3.6 mi (7-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Law Courts Hotel offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Law Courts Hotel, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Law Courts Hotel?

During your stay you can enjoy the onsite casino, featuring 18 slot machines.

What time is check-in at Law Courts Hotel?

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

Is there free parking at Law Courts Hotel?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Law Courts Hotel have a pool?

Law Courts Hotel does not have a pool.

Does Law Courts Hotel have a restaurant?

Law Courts Hotel is home to Wig´n Pen, which features local cuisine.

Does Law Courts Hotel have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Law Courts Hotel to downtown Dunedin?

Law Courts Hotel is 0.2 mi away from Dunedin.

Law Courts Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 595 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 288 out of 595 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 595 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 28 out of 595 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 595 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very good hotel for the price, in a great location
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

GARY

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, location good, friendly staff, nice and clean, good parking . Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Great location! Restaurant and bar as well as the history added to the appeal.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alysha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an awesome stay! Room was very nice, great shower and view of the city. Love the old school pub downstairs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice central place to stay in Dunedin. Friendly staff, great dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Great pub with friendly staff. Rooms basic but OK for a couple of nights stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were very good and friendly. The meals were very good as well. Good location and close to railway station which suited us. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, basic, clean and functional accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Law Courts Hotel. The staff were very friendly and the room was great. Just a bit noisy during the night as it was by the busy road.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great part of town. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, comfortable bed, character building. Perfect for an overnight stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good bed, good location, budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location- close to railway and centre of town; good parking, pleasant restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corrie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Dess

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Classic old hotel with plenty of funk and charm. Very comfortable for a short stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely staff, very helpful & friendly. Room was very clean & comfortable. Loved the art nouveau decor of the hotel. Very close to centre of Dunedin.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Great location comfortable bed and good value, but bit tired and dated with street noise
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was in one of the single rooms on 2nd floor, clean,comfortable with heater Location was easy walking distance to Octogon centre, lots of eating choices Great Art Galleries access Hotel own carparking was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to station but hotel needs renovating
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The traffic is very noisy as it on the main rd.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s old and a little beat up not much in amenities. But for what it is, the price and the location it is excellent. One warning. After the bar downstairs closes one has to use stairs to get to a floor the elevator serves
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location!

We spent 3 nights staying at the Law Courts Hotel late February. Excellent location in Dunedin - walking distance to almost everything. Staff were very helpful and everything was easy. Parking in private car park, and a wonderful Dining Room. Thank ytou!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024