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4.2 out of 5

"Great place to stay in town. Convenient to all the stores and restaurants. Easy parking. Well worth it for short stay " More

By a verified traveller on Sun 19 Mar 2023

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Hotel Description

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin puts you in the heart of Dunedin, steps from St. Paul's Cathedral and within a 10-minute stroll of Speight's Brewery. Highlights at this hotel include in-room free WiFi, balconies, and LCD TVs.

The restaurant, Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast. At the hotel's own lounge bar, you can stop for a drink. Other amenities include free WiFi in public areas and laundry facilities. Buffet breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM and on weekends between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking.

Places within a 15-minute walk of this 3.5-star Dunedin City Centre hotel include First Church of Otago and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum.

Standard 2 Queen

Bed Count 2 Queen Beds Maximum Occupancy 3 Max
AU$154* Per night/room 12 Apr. - 13 Apr.

Standard Queen

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 3 Max

Junior Suite

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin ratings based on 405 Verified Reviews

Review Summary
4.2 out of 5 4.0 out of 5.0
Room cleanliness 4.5 out of 5.0
Service & staff 4.0 out of 5.0
Room comfort 4.0 out of 5.0
Hotel condition 3.5 out of 5.0

Guest reviews for Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Everyone (229) Couples (99) Business (2) Family (66) Other (1)
5 out of 5
Great place to stay in town. Convenient to all the stores and restaurants. Easy parking. Well worth it for short stay

Posted by on 19 Mar. 2023

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Comment from Hotel Management

20 Mar. 2023 by Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Hi Dave, Thanks for taking the time to review your stay.I am so glad that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back to the hotel in the future

5 out of 5
We had a great view from our room. The staff were very helpful.

Posted by on 24 Sep. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

27 Sep. 2022 by Kingsgate Hotel Team

Thanks for staying with us. We appreciate your feedback!

3 out of 5

Posted by on 6 Sep. 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 24 Aug. 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 20 Aug. 2022

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4 out of 5

Posted by on 9 Aug. 2022

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5 out of 5
Very tidy and great location.

Posted by on 17 Jul. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

17 Jul. 2022 by Akshay L

Thank you for the review.

4 out of 5
The building was just old and surrounds were a bit rough.

Posted by on 12 Jun. 2022

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Comment from Hotel Management

5 Jul. 2022 by Akshay L

Thank you for the review.

3 out of 5

Posted by on 11 May 2022

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2 out of 5
Very noisy, neighbour’s in rooms on both side were up being extra loud out on balconies until around 3 am and again from 6am. So got minimal sleep.

Posted by on 23 Apr. 2022

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About the Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Location 10 Smith Street, Dunedin, 9016

Property Features

There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. Event space at this hotel measures 1292 square feet (120 square meters) and includes conference space. The eco-friendly Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin also features tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. Limited parking is available for a fee and is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. This 3.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 55 guestrooms or units
  • 5 levels
  • 1292 sq ft of conference space
  • 120 sq m of conference space
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi , Internet access - wireless

Parking

Self parking (surcharge) , Parking (limited spaces)

Transport

  • Train station: Dunedin Railway Station (0.9 km / 0.6 mi)
  • Parking: Self parking available for a surcharge

Room Amenities

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin offers 55 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Rooms open to balconies. Beds feature premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 42-inch LCD televisions come with premium satellite channels. Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. This Dunedin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Private balcony
  • LCD television
  • Satellite channels
  • Premium channels
  • Electric kettle
  • Luxury bedding
  • Pillow options
  • Shower and tub combination
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Telephone
  • Iron and ironing board
  • Blackout drapes
  • Heating
  • Ensuite bathroom
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee

Food & Drink

For a fee, guests can enjoy buffet breakfast on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast only.

Hotel Policies

Check-in

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

Special check-in instructions:

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day.

Pet Policy

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Policies

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A 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.

The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, Union Pay, debit cards, and cash. This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.

For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation. This property advises that enhanced cleaning and guest safety measures are currently in place. Disinfectant is used to clean the property; commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant between stays; bed sheets and towels are laundered at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F. Guests are provided with hand sanitizer and cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available. This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

  • Service animals are allowed
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Debit cards
  • UnionPay
  • Staffed front desk
  • Smoke detector
  • LGBTQIA friendly
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff do not 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 available
  • Property follows a brand or regulatory agency's sanitisation guidelines We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
  • 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
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is not used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Masks are not compulsory at the property
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Reservation is not required for facilities on site
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Food service not has not been amended for enhanced safety
  • Property does not offer on-site COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Comprehensive recycling policy

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 22–26 for adults, and NZD 12–12 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day
  • 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

  • Dunedin Kingsgate
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  • Kingsgate Dunedin
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You should know

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 3-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

  • Qualmark

National Rating

Qualmark® assigns an official star rating for accommodations in New Zealand. This Hotel property is rated 3 star plus and is displayed on this page as 3.5 stars.

Official New Zealand Rating provided by Qualmark®

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