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Alcala Motel

3.0 star property
Eco-certified motel in Dunedin

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Stunning building with a symmetrical facade and red-tiled roof.
Traditional hotel room with two single beds, a wooden headboard, and a small table.
Compact kitchen with sink, microwave, and window.
Bathroom features a large mirror, sink, toilet, and towel rack.
Stairs lead to an upper level, flanked by white walls and a wooden ceiling with exposed beams.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
26 July - 27 July

Explore the area

Map
704 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Stovetop
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Studio, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio | Living area

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Microwave
Coffee/tea maker
Stovetop
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

About the area

Dunedin

At Alcala Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include in-room kitchens, free WiFi and free high-speed Internet. .This motel has free WiFi in public areas, a business centre and dry cleaning/laundry services. Other amenities include laundry facilities, free newspapers in the lobby and tour/ticket assistance. .Sights within a 15-minute walk of this North Dunedin motel include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Alcala Motel

Eco-certified motel in Dunedin
Public spaces have free WiFi. You'll find a business centre on site. The eco-certified Alcala Motel also features tour/ticket assistance, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and laundry facilities.
  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
Alcala Motel offers 23 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Televisions come with cable channels. Accommodation at this 3-star motel has kitchens with stovetops and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower and hairdryers.

Guests can surf the web using complimentary wired and wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. 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

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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

  • No on-site parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business centre

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

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.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and 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 is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. No on-site parking is available. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and window guards in all accommodation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Econo Alcala
Econo Alcala Dunedin
Econo Lodge Alcala
Econo Lodge Alcala Dunedin
Alcala Motel Dunedin
Alcala Motel
Alcala Dunedin
Alcala Motel Motel
Alcala Motel Dunedin
Alcala Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Alcala Motel?

Alcala Motel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Alcala Motel?

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alcala Motel on 26 July 2025 start from AU$134.26, 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 Alcala Motel?

The closest beach to Alcala Motel is St. Clair Beach (5.2 km).

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Alcala Motel?

No, Alcala Motel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Alcala Motel?

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

Are pets allowed at Alcala Motel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Alcala Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 144 out of 322 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 140 out of 322 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 322 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 322 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 322 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean and tidy. An older facility, but a nice feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clifford Leigh

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bath Tub with high side, no handle to grab hold of to get in or out, felt very unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Liz

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Bed lovely and warm. Bathroom update would be good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

Johana

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

S

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was great, just very noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Worn out carpet on stairs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ki Hyun

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

4/10 Poor

Brigid

Liked: Staff & service
It was ok dated However the smell up in my room 23 was awful
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

chris

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beena

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well positioned with eating places just round the corner. Spacious rooms
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jude

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean. Convenient location for dropping daughter at university.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Gabby

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Just what I needed. Great price.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good, comfortable place to stay at reasonable cost
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy, friendly helpful staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wilson

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

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good ol' fashioned value; spanish arches and all.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and quiet room. Parking was at a bit of a premium, but found a space each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

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

8/10 Good

Douglas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I thought the stay was pleasant enough and the staff helpful. If I had to be completely honest there was overnight noise that detracted from a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sri Navya

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Large main room and spacious bathroom. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024