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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4.0 star property

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Indoor wedding
Exterior
Lounge
Garden

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

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30 Duke Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

Room options

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Standard King Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard King Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(17 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Family Room | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Standard Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

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1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Twin Queen Room

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Suite

  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior 2 Bedroom Studio | 1 bedroom, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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About this property

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Hotel with free parking, steps from Dunedin Botanic Garden
A restaurant, a bar/lounge and a business centre are available at this smoke-free hotel. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include conference space, concierge services and dry cleaning.
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offers 76 accommodations with a safe and free newspapers. Satellite televisions are provided. Bathrooms include complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs and telephones. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Our customers tell us that they can't get enough of the helpful staff at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel. During your stay, you're just a quick walk from University of Otago. Features include free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a restaurant.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Grab something to eat at the restaurant or stop for a drink at the bar/lounge
  • Full breakfast served daily for a fee
  • Services include dry cleaning/laundry, a concierge and tour or ticket assistance
  • Steps from Dunedin Botanic Garden and 6 minutes on foot from University of Otago
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

Public spaces have free WiFi. A terrace, a vending machine, and tour/ticket assistance are also featured at the business-friendly Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel. Free self parking is available.

This 4-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

For a fee, guests can enjoy full breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and at the weekend from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
McGavins Restaurant & Bar – On-site bar.

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.

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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

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 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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property.
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 516 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 402 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 69 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 14 out of 1007 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1007 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

Sean

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very convenient
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

B W

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

2/10 Terrible

Scott

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

2/10 Terrible

shaun

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Garth

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

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

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

6/10 Okay

Pats

like: green garden dislike: the room is gold upon checking in, the toilet taking long time before it flush
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bianca

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

LEI

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jo

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

Maree, Temuka

Stayed 1 night in Jun 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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthews

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Always a comfortable, warm, secure and welcoming hotel where the staff are experienced and professional. Special gratitude to Charlotte and Nichola who really know how to look after their dining room guests.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Desmond

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

10/10 Excellent

Tim, Layton

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Matt

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
The staff make this property. They are wonderful. The location for me is excellent. Pretty tired old place needs a lot done to it but that said condition reflected in the price. I continue to stay here as it’s warm and welcoming. The Grounds are very nice too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Leonard

Travelled with family and small children, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
None
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Bed was extremely good, didn't want to get up! Room decor / aesthetic lovely, nice balconette overlooking the garden, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

T M B

Stayed 1 night in May 2025