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538 Great King Motel

4.5 star property
Motel with free parking, 2-minute walk to University of Otago

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$153
includes taxes & fees
3 Nov - 4 Nov

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538 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Botanic Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio, Accessible

Studio, Accessible

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Studio

Large Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Large One Bedroom Apartment

Large One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large Disability Access Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio

Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

About the area

Dunedin

538 Great King Motel places you in the centre of Dunedin, within a short 5-minute stroll of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Highlights at this motel include in-room free WiFi, free high-speed Internet and heated floors. .The motel's restaurant is a nice spot to grab a bite. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a coffee shop/cafe and laundry facilities. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Places within a 15-minute walk of this 4.5-property class North Dunedin motel include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 19 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Albany - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Staff Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Baaa Sports Bar & Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

538 Great King Motel

Motel with free parking, 2-minute walk to University of Otago
There's a restaurant on site, as well as a coffee shop/cafe. WiFi is free in public spaces. A terrace, tour/ticket assistance, and a garden are also featured at 538 Great King Motel. Self parking is free.

This 4.5-star Dunedin motel is smoke free.

  • 21 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Coffee shop
  • Dining venue
538 Great King Motel offers 21 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Each accommodation is individually furnished. Beds feature premium bedding. Televisions come with satellite channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Dunedin motel provides complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. 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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

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.

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • 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

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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, Union Pay, debit cards and cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

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 parking available at 538 Great King Motel?

Yep, 538 Great King Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at 538 Great King Motel?

As of 31 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 538 Great King Motel on 3 Nov 2025 start from AU$152.83, 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.

Are there any beaches close to 538 Great King Motel?

The closest beach to 538 Great King Motel is St. Clair Beach (5.1 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 538 Great King Motel?

No, 538 Great King Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at 538 Great King Motel?

Yep, you can grab a meal at 538 Great King Motel's onsite restaurant.

What time are check-in & check-out at 538 Great King Motel?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at 538 Great King Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Reviews

538 Great King Motel Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 195 out of 261 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 58 out of 261 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 261 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 261 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 261 reviews

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Juliette

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Duncan

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was quiet and had an attractive courtyard garden.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Excellent
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Amit

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Overall, a comfortable experience and would consider staying again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I highly recommend this hotel. I only had one night here but it was so relaxing. Very comfortable bed and the kitchett.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
we found our stay very comfortable and central to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well presented accommodation, friendly staff and convenient location for local facilities. Confidence in recommending this motel and would use again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pao-Ting

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Property is well maintained. Very clean with modern designs. Walkable to restaurants
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Packwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable and clean hotel room within a short distance from Otago University. Friendly and helpful staff.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Rosemary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

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Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
If you’re looking for a cozy, affordable place to stay, I highly recommend this motel! The rooms are clean and comfortable, the staff is friendly, and the location is very convenient. It’s perfect for a quick overnight stop or a weekend getaway. Plus, the prices are great for what you get. Definitely worth checking out! Plus location is perfect. Close to Otago university and Town center area.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Christine

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

8/10 Good

Rupert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It has a quiet and very pleasant courtyard garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rusha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host. Clean room woth kitchenette
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic place
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Clean and tidy. Cannot fault anything. It's just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Yoko

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet spot. Lovely gardens. Clean & comfortable. Always our ‘go to’ in Dunedin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and tidy. Hosts very friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and accommodating, especially because it took me longer to get from the airport so i was late for check-in. the room was very nice and tidy. overall a very enjoyable and pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners, restaurant food is yummy. Walking distance to gardens and all other amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly team, clean and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Travelled with partner
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024