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Garden Motel

3.0 star property

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Large Studio
Exterior
Exterior
One Bedroom Unit
One Bedroom Unit (Wheel Chair Access)

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is AU$135
includes taxes & fees
29 Mar - 30 Mar

Explore the area

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958 George Street, Dunedin, 9001
  • Place, Dunedin Botanic Garden
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Otago Museum
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Small Studio

Small Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Studio

Large Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Large Studio (Wheel Chair Access)

Large Studio (Wheel Chair Access)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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One Bedroom Unit

One Bedroom Unit

  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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One Bedroom Unit (Wheel Chair Access)

One Bedroom Unit (Wheel Chair Access)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 3 Single Beds

About the area

Dunedin

At Garden Motel you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Otago and Dunedin Botanic Garden. Highlights at this motel include free in-room WiFi. .This pet-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas, barbecues and express check-out. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services and free newspapers in the lobby. Continental breakfast is available. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Sights within a 20-minute walk of this 3-property class North Dunedin motel include Otago Museum and Olveston.
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What's nearby

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Otago Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Octagon - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 4 min drive - 3.3 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 3 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Good Earth Cafe - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Garden Motel

Garden Motel offers its guests barbecue grills, tour/ticket assistance, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Public spaces have free WiFi. Garden Motel also features laundry facilities, dry cleaning/laundry services, and express check-out. Free self parking is available.

This 3-star Dunedin motel is smoke free.

  • 16 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • No smoking on site
Garden Motel offers 16 accommodations with free newspapers and coffee/tea makers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can make use of the in-room fridges and microwaves. Bathrooms include a shower, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

This Dunedin motel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Televisions come with premium satellite channels. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee: NZD 7 to 12 per person

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • 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

  • Barbecue grill

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift (single-level property)
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
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
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.8 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:30 AM - 7:00 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 ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Guests who wish to book breakfast are encouraged to contact the property by 8 PM to pre-book it.

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: NZD 5 per pet, per stay
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 7 to 12 per person
  • Pet fee: NZD 5 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.8 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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
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. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and American Express. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements to bring your pet, contact the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities and services.

Property is also known as

Garden Motel Dunedin
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Garden Dunedin
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Garden Motel?

Yep, Garden Motel has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Garden Motel?

As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden Motel on 29 Mar 2026 start from AU$135, 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 Garden Motel?

The closest beach to Garden Motel is St. Clair Beach (5.7 km).

Does Garden Motel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is served at Garden Motel.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Garden Motel?

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

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

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

Are pets allowed at Garden Motel?

Furry friends are welcome at Garden Motel, with food and water bowls on offer.

Garden Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 92 out of 203 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 82 out of 203 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 22 out of 203 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 203 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 203 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Aurilyn

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
Very helpful staff. Facilities a little dated, but clean & tidy. Curtains at front of room a little torn. Cooling fan underneath TV cabinet not working. TV very small.
Our Room
Office & Driveway
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ronald

Liked: Cleanliness
Room was average. Staff are great
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Ji-Min

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Friendly staff and clean room. I enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

6/10 Okay

Danny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, comfortable and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

A

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

Clean warm and comfortable

Warm and comfortable. Older units but clean and well presented. Friendly and attentive hosts.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine

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

Wonderful

Friendly and welcoming staff and very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Rebecca

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly as described , very clean and has everything you need for a short stay. The lady that checked us in was very sweet.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donnell

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Garden Motel was so easy to find. I was greeted kindly and immediately shown our room. The room was so clean! the sheets were so clean and the beds so comfortable. In addition, the towels were so fluffy. After having stayed in a few airbnb's that were less clean, it was a joy to stay at Garden motel. I will recommend it to my friends.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beside a microwave, it also had a air fry. Room was very big and modern
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheri

Fab communication
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Karina

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, helpful hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Toni

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy to hospital asvhad esrly appointment
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was a clean and spacious place to stay, thanks
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very easy stay en route south
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shirley

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We'll set up and appreciated that heater had been turned on to warm the room before we checked in.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tahari

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Laurence

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
We enjoyed our stay and found the service friendly and obliging. The only thing we could find fault with was that we had no views and we felt a bit 'boxed in' For city accommodation, it was convenient. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqui

Travelled with pets, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very safe. Easy check-in & very friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

fraser

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Not too keen on the windows South and West but understand the situation Shower hose needs fixing - leaks as much as it sprays Adequate accommodation to suit a pupose at the time Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Foifua

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
how our beds and rooms are cleaned everyday and change of towels and cleaning our dishes
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It's a very good motel of its type i.e. inner city and reasonably priced. Being pet-friendly was a big plus. All over, it was a very pleasant stay and met all our expectations.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023