A luxury stay in the heart of Dunedin awaits you at Distinction Dunedin Hotel. Within steps you'll find Grand Casino and Dunedin Chinese Garden within a short 5-minute stroll. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include a restaurant and in-room washers/dryers. .The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available on weekdays between 6 AM and 11 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM. There's also the convenience of valet parking. .Near this 4.5-property class Dunedin City Centre hotel, you'll find University of Otago.
What's nearby
Grand Casino - 3 min walk
Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk
The Octagon - 7 min walk
University of Otago - 14 min walk
Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive
Getting around
Dunedin Railway Station - 9 min walk
Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 23 min drive
Restaurants
Sessions - 4 min walk
Harbourside Grill - 10 min walk
The Black Dog Cafe & Bar - 5 min walk
Dog With Two Tails - 6 min walk
Vanguärd Specialty Coffee - 1 min walk
About this property
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Luxury eco-certified hotel near University of Otago
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Distinction Dunedin Hotel. Parking is available for a fee.
This 4.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.
121 guestrooms or units
Breakfast available (surcharge)
Dry cleaning
Self-service laundry
Front desk (24 hours)
Storage area for luggage
Front desk safe
Tour and ticket information
Concierge
Newspapers in lobby (free)
Lift
No smoking on site
Bar or lounge
1 conference room
Dining venue
Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include dressing gowns, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary weekday newspapers and safes. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.
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.
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site (NZD 25 per day)
Valet parking on site (NZD 25 per day)
Food and drink
Full breakfast available for a fee 6 AM to 11 AM on weekdays and 7 AM to 11 AM on weekends; NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
A bar/lounge
A restaurant
Things to do
Gym
Family friendly
In-room microwave
In-room refrigerator
In-room washer/dryer
Laundry facilities
Soundproofed rooms
Conveniences
24-hour front desk
Free newspapers in lobby
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Concierge services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tour and ticket assistance
Business services
Meeting room
Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Lift
Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
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Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Dressing gowns
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels
Food and drink
24-hour room service
Coffee/tea maker
Microwave
Minibar
Refrigerator
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Air conditioning
Free weekday newspapers
Iron/ironing board
Safe
Soundproofed rooms
Washer/dryer
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
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
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.
Payment types
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: from approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and from NZD 18 for children
Self-parking fee: NZD 25 per day
Valet parking fee: NZD 25 per day
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
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; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include window guards
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.
National rating
Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodation in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 4 star plus, and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.
Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®
Property is also known as
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Frequently asked questions
What is the cancellation policy at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.
How much does it cost to stay at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Distinction Dunedin Hotel on 7 June 2024 start from AU$195.16, 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.
Is parking available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yep, Distinction Dunedin Hotel has a self car park for NZD 25 per day.
Are there any beaches close to Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
The closest beach to Distinction Dunedin Hotel is St. Clair Beach (3.5 km).
Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel serve breakfast?
Sure does, full breakfast is on offer weekdays from 6 AM to 11 AM and weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
No, Distinction Dunedin Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.
Is there a bar or restaurant at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant.
What time are check-in & check-out at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Are pets allowed at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?
No, only service animals are allowed.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Always sheer delight to stay at the Distinction Dunedin. Fantastic suites, extremely comfortable, great service, lovely staff, wonderful restaurant and bar - who could ask for more!