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Cable Court Motel

4.0 star property
Sustainability meets convenience at this eco-friendly accommodation near the University of Otago, with practical amenities for comfortable stays

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Cable Court Motel offers an eco-conscious retreat near the University of Otago. Travelers appreciate practical touches like laundry facilities, reliable in-room WiFi, and secure luggage storage. Guests consistently praise the staff's genuine helpfulness.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$131
includes taxes & fees
23 Jan - 24 Jan

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Sofa bed
Separate bedroom
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Standard Room, 1 Bedroom

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 30 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Studio

Standard Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(42 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Roadside Studio Unit

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(31 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Toaster
Coffee/tea maker
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

One Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

Large One-Bedroom Apartment

  • Sleeps 4

Roadside Studio Unit

  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in North Dunedin, a neighbourhood in Dunedin, Cable Court Motel is in a shopping district and near a train station. Otago Museum and Hocken Library are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Speight's Brewery and Otago Golf Club. Dunedin Botanic Garden and Dunedin Railways are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails.
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Map
833 Cumberland Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Otago Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • The Octagon - 20 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Cable Court Motel

Upscale motel located in North Dunedin
Cable Court Motel provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a vending machine
  • Smoke-free property, luggage storage and tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Cable Court Motel have amenities, such as free WiFi.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch flat-screen TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and toasters

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 5:00 AM to 1:00 PM for a fee: NZD 16 for adults and NZD 16 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

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

More

  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 8:30 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of NZD 10 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Pets cannot be left unattended
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 16.00 for adults and from NZD 16.00 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 10 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Noise-free guestrooms cannot be guaranteed
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Alcohol is not served at this property
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

Cable Court
Cable Court Dunedin
Cable Court Motel
Cable Court Motel Dunedin
Cable Court Hotel Dunedin
Cable Court Motel Motel
Cable Court Motel Dunedin
Cable Court Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Cable Court Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 10 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Cable Court Motel?

As of 15 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cable Court Motel on 23 Jan 2026 start from AU$131.39, 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.

How much is parking at Cable Court Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Cable Court Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Cable Court Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cable Court Motel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Otago, Dunedin Botanic Garden and Otago Museum. Hocken Library and Olveston are also within 1 mile (2 km). Dunedin Railway Station is 24 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Cable Court Motel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

9.2

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 415 out of 848 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 348 out of 848 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 848 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 848 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 848 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Andreas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent nice motel in central location. Large newly renovated room with kitchen facility.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great staff , good clean room with good amenities, good quiet location yet close to town.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Great place to stay when visiting Dunedin. Hosts are very friendly and helpful. Can sometimes be noisy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I have stayed her before and will again. Spacious and warm room. Comfy bed, lovely people, great location.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

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

Economical choice close to the uni

Close to Otago Uni and many places to eat. Older unit but comfortable. Shower was definitely the low point.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice motel, friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katrina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great place to stay. Very friendly and helpful staff. A little noisy at times due to some student housing nearby.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were really nice and the rooms were clean and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming and friendly place was tidy and very affordable
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and very helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Perfect place for proximity to the university. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyed the stay very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Lovely people, pet friendly, bed was a little tired.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria Hartley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
My 3rd stay here and as usual it was a great friendly place.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Rachel

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could do with a good amount of time giving room.a good refresh. Grass moss on outside windows. Bathroom needs a get a good makeover.... miss match cutlery( 2 of some things 3 of others) Staff were very friendly
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Thief

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The cleanliness, condition and service of the hotel were very good. Unfortunately the lack of double glazing in the bedroom meant the all night parties across the street, made it very difficult to sleep.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Misty

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Older but well kept, free assigned parking, helpful friendly staff, close to all restaurants, walk to botanical gardens (maybe not at night as there was a lot of garbage on the street that way so not sure of safety), close to university, comfy bed, traffic noise at night but stopped by 11ish.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicky

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location, amazing staff and great facilities. Recommend and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rachael

Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Good location lots of places to eat nearby.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always love staying here, great owners and love their dogs too. Always clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, roomy, comfortable, clean, reasonable price, friendly and helpful staff. Easy to get places by bus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

SENTHIL

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was very handy
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely awesome motel, great owners and adorable dogs. Rooms were amazing and service was second to none. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great one night stay. Comfortable. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024