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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 star property
Hotel with free breakfast, steps from St. Paul's Cathedral

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Junior Suite | Balcony view
Junior Suite | Living area
Exterior
Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds
Balcony view
Located in central Dunedin, Kingsgate Hotel provides WiFi for staying connected and a welcoming bar for evening relaxation. The hotel offers practical dry cleaning and laundry services, with St. Paul's Cathedral and First Church of Otago just a short walk away.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$156
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(37 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(26 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
Pillow menu
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
  • 22 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, blackout curtains, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Junior Suite

Junior Suite

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(10 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Mini-fridge
LCD TV
  • 44 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Map
10 Smith Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 4 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Paasha Turkish Cafe - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Del Sol - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Hotel near Speight's Brewery
Located close to St. Paul's Cathedral and First Church of Otago, Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin provides free full breakfast, dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar. The on-site local cuisine restaurant, Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen, serves breakfast. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as conference space.
Additional perks include:
  • Self-parking (surcharge), bike parking and 2 meeting rooms
  • A lift, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
  • A banquet hall, luggage storage and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff and location
Room features
All 55 rooms feature comforts such as premium bedding and pillow menus, as well as perks such as free WiFi.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and shower/bath combinations
  • 42-inch LCD TVs with premium channels
  • Balconies, LED light bulbs 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
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 15 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Lift (90 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (105 centimetre high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

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

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 available for NZD 40.0 per day.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day
  • 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 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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
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
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
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
Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit; WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 3-device limit
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

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Frequently asked questions

Is Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

As of 17 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin on 19 Oct 2025 start from AU$156.04, 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 Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Self-parking is available for NZD 15 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

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

What time is check-out at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of St. Paul's Cathedral, Speight's Brewery and First Church of Otago. Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and Olveston are also within 15 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 313 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 467 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 167 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1008 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 1008 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Raade

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Sean

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location handy to the Octagon
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I stayed at this hotel for a one night and found it to be generally satisfactory. The location was convenient, close to public transport and town. Check-in was smooth, and the staff were great.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolute brillant place to stay in Dunedin. Would highly recommend Staff are so helpfully and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff most enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed here many times. Brilliant hotel, staff excellent rooms are dated but are super clean and comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

sydnee

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zenobia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, clean and comfortable room with nice views, and an excellent breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
in the central city.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alifeleti

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved staff, room cleanliness, service. Was charged extra to park there per night, that was my only concern. Other than that all was well
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lavilavi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Loved my stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Moisés Augusto

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Will

Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Hotel is to tired and there is a lou
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kyle

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel room was very comfortable and had a nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Damon

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Good position near city center but the property was very tired. No restaurant and the room service meals were similar to meals bought from a supermarket freezer. Would not stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Deirdre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great value. Nice breakfast. Good location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location was good, steep walk from dunedin station, but very central
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Bryan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was awesome, had to pay for parking, helpfull staff, bad internet.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

angus

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Disappointing breakfast - cold porridge, cold savouries, no pastries Very dated decor
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Not too bad
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Good breakfast
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Monique

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed in the junior suite. Spacious, clean and really comfortable bed, enjoyed the breakfast and staff are friendly and helpful. The room itself is very tired, dated and badly needs an upgrade.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Nice hotel Well situated

Very nice stay. Very polite people at the reception. A little old hotel but very good placed in Middle of the town
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfy bed and good free breakfast. Not a fan of paying for parking.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Friendly staff. Comfortable beds and a warn, clean room. Breakfast was included and it had excellent options, including a separate toaster for gluten-free needs. Thr hotel is close to the centre and was in a quiet area. The building is quite tired as a lot of nz hotels seem to be.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

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