Distinction Dunedin Hotel puts you in a great location, within a 15-minute walk of The Octagon and University of Otago. The restaurant is the perfect spot for a bite to eat, and after visiting the fitness center for a workout, you can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
121 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets not allowed
Service animals welcome
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Onsite self parking (NZD 27 per day)
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Full breakfast (surcharge) 6 AM–11 AM on weekdays and 7 AM–11 AM on weekends
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Working away
Meeting room
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Free newspapers in lobby
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Tile flooring in room
High pile carpet in room
Room amenities
Be entertained
50-inch flat-screen TV
Cable TV channels
Home comfort
Air conditioning
Minibar
Coffee/tea maker
Bathrobes
Iron/ironing board
Washer and dryer
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Premium bedding
Pillowtop mattress
Freshen up
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Toilet paper
Stay connected
Desk
Free weekday newspapers
Free WiFi
Desk chair
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Microwave
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Special features
Awards and affiliations
Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Full breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 38.00 for adults and NZD 19 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent
Parking
Self parking costs NZD 27 per day
Policies
Guests can rest easy knowing there's window guards on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Cashless transactions are available.
Also known as
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
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Frequently asked questions
Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Distinction Dunedin Hotel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.
Is parking offered on site at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 27 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. Check-out time is 10 AM. Contactless check-in and check-out are available.
Is there an onsite casino at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Distinction Dunedin Hotel and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Distinction Dunedin Hotel like?
Distinction Dunedin Hotel is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 9-minute walk from Dunedin Railway Station and 7 minutes' walk from The Octagon.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
9.6/10
Staff & service
9.6/10
Amenities
9.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.2/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 1, 2025
Rodger
Rodger, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 22, 2025
Yu-Han
Yu-Han, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Verified traveler
1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Verified traveler
2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 4, 2025
Steven
Steven, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 3, 2025
Would stay again!
Loved our stay here. Clean room, modern spaces. Helpful staff. Easy parking next door. Close to lots of shops and restaurants, a few blocks from the Octagon and the train station. Would definitely stay again!
Tamara
Tamara, 3-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 29, 2024
Great service and the breakfast was delicious.
Richard
Richard, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 26, 2024
Daniel
Daniel, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Dec 26, 2024
Schönes Executive Appartement Zimmer
Das Executive Appartement Zimmer hat ein grosses Bett und im Bad noch eine separate Dusche. WM und Tumbler. Für uns war es ein schöner Aufenthalt über Weihnachten. Parkhaus direkt nebenan.
Susanna
Susanna, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 25, 2024
Bra rum med lite extra tillbehör
Hade alla bekvämligheter vi behövde och att fräscht rum med bra kit för extra finess.
Daniel
Daniel, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 12, 2024
Perfect
Renata
Renata, 2-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 9, 2024
SUNGSU
SUNGSU, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 3, 2024
Very comfortable unit and professional staffs
We really like the apartment unit (2 bedrooms, living, toilet). The whole unit is very clean and the beds are very comfortable. The wifi is fast and easy to connect. The children love the unit. It was easy to call reception and they quickly send a professional staff to attend to your needs.
Soon Heng
Soon Heng, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very Good
Nov 25, 2024
DONNA
DONNA, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2024
Martyn
Martyn, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 17, 2024
Great hotel and awesome staff
We stayed at Distinction @ Dunedin for the last 2 nights of the trip. The hotel is modern, clean and centrally located, and the breakfast was great. As our stay coincided with my husband’s 65th birthday, we received a good room upgrade and a little gift that came with a greeting card. The kind gestures were very well appreciated. Our other four friends who had stayed in the same hotel were equally pleased with the hotel and they all slept well and had their clothes properly washed and dried within their own room before their return to home. 5 star to Distinction & Dunedin from all of us.
POH LYE
POH LYE, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 16, 2024
Séjour parfait
Situation centrale
Personnel efficace
Repas succulent
Chambres agréables
Parking pratique
L'adresse idéale pour séjourner à Dunedin !
DIDIER
DIDIER, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 12, 2024
Kok Loong
Kok Loong, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 11, 2024
Ah Ok
Ah Ok, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 4, 2024
Weekend stay
Great hotel ina good location
B A
B A, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Perfect stay
Amazing hotel. Super attentive staff from the minute I arrived until I left. Nothing too much trouble and they always had a smile on their face!
Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!!!!
Elizabeth
Elizabeth, 6-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 3, 2024
Perfect for central upmarket stay in Dunedin
Mark
Mark, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 2, 2024
This hotel was perfect for our 3 day stay in Dunedin. Good dining options and hotel bar. Room was generous in size and comfortable. Only slight issue was a rumbling noise coming from what sounded like large dryers on our floor until around midnight every night.
Paul
Paul, 4-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 1, 2024
Topadresse in Dunedin
Preis/Leistung hervorragend. Restaurant Parcels Befalls sehr gut. Und sogar das Parkhaus, welches sich unmittelbar neben dem Hotel befindet, ist tipptopp.
Verified traveler
3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2024
I loved the restoration work done, which has included a number of original features. The staff in the dining room were great, as were everyone on the front desk.