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Aurora On George

4.5-star property
678 George Street, Dunedin, 1800 796 370
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4.7 out of 5
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"So much potential but second time staying and could not stop sneezing at the dust, different room, same problem, rooms need a deep clean, air con unit ... " More

By a verified traveller on Mon 01 Apr 2024

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Hotel Description

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 eco-certified motel include a full-service spa and free self parking.

You can enjoy flat-screen TVs with satellite channels, and all 26 rooms feature DVD players, coffee/tea makers, and free newspapers. Refrigerators and microwaves make in-room dining convenient. Nice touches to enhance your stay include slippers and free toiletries, while pillowtop beds and premium bedding invite a good night's rest. Free local calls, hair dryers, and irons/ironing boards are also available.

This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, a fitness center, and has a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, babysitting services, and a grocery store.

Sights within a 15-minute walk of this North Dunedin motel include Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston.

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
AU$150* Per night/room 19 May - 20 May

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Luxury Studio

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Aurora On George ratings based on 89 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.7 out of 5 4.5 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 5.0 out of 5.0
Service & staff 5.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 5.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 4.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Aurora On George

Everyone (50) Business (1) Couples (22) Family (20)
3 out of 5
So much potential but second time staying and could not stop sneezing at the dust, different room, same problem, rooms need a deep clean, air con unit sounded like a jet plane taking off, same with the bathroom fan, had to turn off aircon to stop sneezing from the dust unless it was pulling in some kind of pollen from outside? Nice staff, comfortable bed. Small TV for size of room.

Posted by on 1 Apr. 2024

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4 out of 5
Great value for a wodeful nights stay. Great location with excellent transport links and a quick walk to central Auckland

Posted by on 28 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5

Posted by on 16 Mar. 2024

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5 out of 5
Excellent hosts, lovely personalised service including home made cookies.

Posted by on 10 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Jan. 2024 by Chris, Adrienne & Kent - Aurora on George

Thank you very much for your kind review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an excellent experience during your stay with us. Providing personalized service and special touches like homemade cookies is something we take great pride in. It's our way of making our guests feel at home and creating memorable moments.We look forward to hosting you again in the future!

5 out of 5
By far the best place I have stayed in, clean, well thought out, every detail considered, the little things that are always overlooked were provided. Umbrellas, a torch, welcome pack, we were thrilled with Aurora on George!

Posted by on 5 Dec. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

11 Jan. 2024 by Chris, Adrienne & Kent - Aurora on George

Dear Kim,Thank you so much for taking the time to share your wonderful review! We're delighted to hear that you had such a fantastic experience at Aurora on George. It's our goal to create a memorable and comfortable stay for our guests, and we're thrilled to learn that we succeeded in making your stay special.Your kind words about the cleanliness, attention to detail, and thoughtful amenities like umbrellas and a torch are greatly appreciated. We believe it's the small touches that can make a big difference in a guest's experience, and it's great to know that these details didn't go unnoticed.We can't wait to welcome you back to Aurora on George in the future!

5 out of 5
Very comfortable. Beautiful gardens.

Posted by on 21 Nov. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Nov. 2023 by Adrienne,Chris & Kent

Thank you Elizabeth. We are pleased you had a comfortable stay. The garden has been stunning this year. Adrienne

5 out of 5

Posted by on 16 Oct. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

22 Nov. 2023 by Adrienne,Chris & Kent

Thank you Randeep.

4 out of 5
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Posted by on 27 Aug. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

31 Aug. 2023 by Adrienne, Chris & Kent

Thank you

4 out of 5
Excellent check in and service by Kent

Posted by on 23 Aug. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

31 Aug. 2023 by Adrienne, Chris & Kent

Thank you

5 out of 5

Posted by on 26 Jul. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

15 Aug. 2023 by Adrienne,Chris & Kent

Thanks so much Frank for your review. We are so pleased that you had a positive experience.We hope to see you again.

About the Aurora On George

Location 678 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

Property Features

Aurora On George offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness center. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified 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
  • Convenience store
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Free WiFi
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • DVD player

Internet

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Train station: Dunedin Railway Station (1.8 km / 1.1 mi)
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Aurora On George offers 26 accommodations with DVD players and complimentary newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and phones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include irons/ironing boards and blackout drapes/curtains. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Pillowtop beds
  • Flat-screen television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • DVD player
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Coffee maker
  • Luxury bedding
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Newspapers (free)
  • Local calls (free)
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Desk
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Travel crib

Nearby Activities

Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.

Spa Services

  • Massages

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18
  • Check-in time ends at 9 PM

Special check-in instructions:

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival. 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 up.

The front desk at this property is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM.
To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 9 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in information. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

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 cribs/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 each accommodation. Contactless check-out is available. 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 up.

  • No cots (infant beds) available
  • Cash or credit card deposit required
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Front desk opens daily at 8:00 AM
  • Front desk closes daily at 9 PM
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • Security system
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wear personal protective equipment
  • Protective clothing is not available for guests
  • No shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitiser
  • Social distancing measures are not in place
  • Contactless check-in is not available
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Individually wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guests' stays
  • Staff temperature checks are not conducted regularly
  • Temperature checks are not available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Commonly touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property does not follow sanitisation practices of any association
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Guests must provide health documentation
  • Guests must provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination
  • Minimum age for proof of COVID-19 vaccination requirement: 12

Fees

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 percent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

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

You should know

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

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Motel property is rated 4 star plus and is displayed on this page as 4.5 stars.

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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