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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4.0 star property
Hotel with free parking, steps from Dunedin Botanic Garden

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Nestled in North Dunedin, Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offers a serene retreat. Relax on the picturesque terrace or unwind in the garden, and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. With free self parking, a bar for socializing, and a business center for productivity, you'll feel right at home. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$183
includes taxes & fees
21 Dec - 22 Dec

Room options

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Standard King Room

Standard King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room

Superior King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Family Room

Standard Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite

Superior Suite

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
Shower/bath combination
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
30 Duke Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • The Octagon - 4 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 4 min drive - 2.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Café Albany - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Upscale hotel near Dunedin Botanic Garden
Located close to University of Otago and Forsyth Barr Stadium, Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel provides a terrace, a garden and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with a bar and a business centre.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • Full breakfast (surcharge), express check-out and a banquet hall
  • Free newspapers, meeting rooms and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All 76 rooms have amenities, such as free WiFi and desk chairs, as well as safes and free newspapers.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries and hairdryers
  • TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, mini fridges and heating

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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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

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 30 to 34 for adults and NZD 15 to 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • McGavins Restaurant & Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent 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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 30.00 to 34.00 for adults and NZD 15 to 17 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

As of 30 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel on 21 Dec 2025 start from AU$182.99, 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 Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dunedin Botanic Garden and University of Otago. The Octagon and Forsyth Barr Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Dunedin Railway Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 511 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 403 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 71 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1005 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay Staff were helpful and friendly Rooms were clean Beds were very comfortable No noise from roads Amazing buffet breakfast Highly recommend staying here We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and warm, parking no problem, staff were really helpful and friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice clean and very comfortable and handy to town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were helpful and friendly. Parking was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, lovely staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great Stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great parking. Beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Wendy

Liked: Amenities
The bed was very comfortable and we enjoyed our breakfast and meal at night
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice and clean. The staff have great customer service.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Joanna

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The location and surroundings are nice, being next to the Botanic Gardens is lovely. The bed was comfy but the room and breakfast is basic. Both mornings breakfast was cold and not replenished and plates came back dirty. Parking was easy and convenient.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

The staff were very welcoming and helpful, especially the breakfast team.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness
good location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

I found the bed excellent very comfortable warm room and in winter that is a plus
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

NZ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good rooms, plenty of parking. Central location. Bit noisy with people up and down the stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vaughn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellent, simple stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
So clean and comfortable and a fantastic location and outlook of gardens. The staff were so helpful and friendly. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Need new carpet in hallways
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Has everything needed for a normal hotel room although a bit old and outdated.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very pleasant to stay in and handy to north and central with a vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to town. Great warm and clean room enjoyed our stay
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Duty Manager on Fri and Saturday was outstanding, highly rate the Restaurant also...
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
A recommended destination when in Dunedin, good staff, location and services.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Amenities
Good location with easy access to the city and walking to botanical gardens, plenty of parking.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2025