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Aurora On George

4.5 star property

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room
Exterior
Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | Garden view
Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Gym
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$178
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

Explore the area

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678 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Otago Museum
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Botanic Garden
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Luxury Studio

Luxury Studio

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

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

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

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(26 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Dunedin

Aurora On George puts you in the heart of Dunedin, within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Highlights at this motel include a full-service spa and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, babysitting services and a corner/local shop. .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
  • Otago Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olveston - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Octagon - 16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Good Earth Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Aurora On George

Aurora On George offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. The business-friendly Aurora On George also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Dunedin motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Aurora On George offers 26 accommodations with DVD players and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. 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.

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 8-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

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

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 1 building
  • 2 floors
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00

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 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and older
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant 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 fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • 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 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 cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit 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 cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

Property Registration Number 14798522

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 8-device limit.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aurora George Motel Dunedin
Aurora George Motel
Aurora George Dunedin
Aurora On George Motel
Aurora On George Dunedin
Aurora On George Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Aurora On George?

Aurora On George offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora On George?

As of 20 Feb 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora On George on 1 Mar 2026 start from AU$177.87, 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 Aurora On George?

Yep, Aurora On George has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aurora On George?

The closest beach to Aurora On George is St. Clair Beach (5.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Aurora On George?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Aurora On George. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Is Aurora On George family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a corner/local shop, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aurora On George is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aurora On George?

No, Aurora On George does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aurora On George?

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

Are pets allowed at Aurora On George?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Aurora On George Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 320 out of 407 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 71 out of 407 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 407 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 407 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 407 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

DAVID

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent motel
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Dean

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All was very good. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

craig

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Josephine

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very clean and modern motel. Great service too.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert, ENGADINE

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Outstanding accommodation and staff (Kent) were very informative and friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Brendan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staying for the third time, always good. Love the rooms upstairs with more natural light and looking down on the excellent garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Gerald

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice stay for 1 night, clean, comfortable, will definitely stay again when I’m passing through
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mrs Valerie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely luxury Motel. Has washing facilities which were good. Room very nice. There us an interior garden which the rooms faced which was lovely. Can't fault it as a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Ian, Morphettville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The outstanding feature of the Aurora was the leafy central courtyard. At most motels, you look out onto a carpark but the courtyard was such a peaceful place for a morning coffee. The Aurora itself was comfortable, clean and staff were pleasant and keen to help when asked. The adjacent Thai restaurant near the front door and the Oaken Cafe at the rear were handy for dinner and breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Warm welcome on arrival. Comfortable room with everything required for a 2 night visit. Walking distance to town and local shops. Convenient parking. Great water pressure in the shower. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
Wonderful-best motel we’ve stayed at in Dunedin. Interior courtyard is a pleasant surprise
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lance

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

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were really friendly and welcoming. Size of the room was perfect for the three of us. Loved the homemade cookies
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Shane

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay, staff super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

E

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fabulous!

Fantastic room, super welcoming host, beautiful internal garden, love worm farm idea and the shower water timers! Very comfortable accommodation. PS love the homemade biscuits!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location comfortable and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Total winner

All good things to say about the Aurora on George. Second long stay there and both times it was perfect. Clean, spacious, great kitchen in room, conveniently located, friendly, great beds, quiet and plenty of parking.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Brilliant

Aurora on George was brilliant.  Lots of little bits in the kitchen (coffee press, washing up liquid) that just make things easy.  They even had an umbrella to borrow. Bed was comfy, heater/temperature control worked great. Did make use of the laundry service, was impressed by the quality of the job relative to then price.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosina, Temuka

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot to stay at, shame the weather was rough I would have loved to have explored the area around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An extremely comfortable stay, the bed was one of the best we have ever slept in and the shower was amazing. Appreciated the welcome gestures like being shown to our room where there were some home cooked biscuits. The property is in a great location with an internal garden that was peaceful and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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