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Law Courts Hotel

3.5 star property

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Bar (on property)
Meeting facility
Casino
Deluxe Double Room
Exterior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Restaurant
  • Breakfast available
  • Business services
  • Bar
The current price is AU$121
includes taxes & fees
27 May - 28 May

Explore the area

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53 Stuart Street, Cnr Cumberland & Stuart Streets, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, First Church of Otago
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Paul's Cathedral
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Double Room

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Twin Room

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • Free Wi-Fi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • Free Wi-Fi

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

King double room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

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Iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Dunedin

Law Courts Hotel places you in the centre of Dunedin, steps from First Church of Otago and within a short 5-minute stroll of The Octagon. Highlights at this hotel include a casino, a restaurant and free self-parking. .The restaurant, Wig´n Pen, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. For a drink, you can stop by the hotel's own lounge bar. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 3.5-property class Dunedin City Centre hotel include Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and St. Paul's Cathedral.

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • First Church of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Best Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Cilantro - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Woof! - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Law Courts Hotel

Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A casino, an arcade/games room, and laundry facilities are also featured at Law Courts Hotel. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This 3.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 24 guestrooms or units
  • Casino
  • Deli
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Games room or arcade
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • ATM
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Law Courts Hotel offers 24 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. 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 uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited number of on-site self parking spaces per unit

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Wig´n Pen

Things to do

  • 18 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free cot

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Late check-in subject to availability

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Front desk staffed during limited hours

If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 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; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

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 not available.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

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: from approximately NZD 10 for adults and from NZD 10 for children

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
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 credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guest room reservation. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International, debit cards and cash.
    For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. 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; guests must have received their complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

National rating

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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Law Courts Hotel?

Law Courts Hotel offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Law Courts Hotel?

As of 22 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Law Courts Hotel on 27 May 2026 start from AU$121, 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 Law Courts Hotel?

Yep, Law Courts Hotel has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 1 space per unit).

Are there any beaches close to Law Courts Hotel?

The closest beach to Law Courts Hotel is St. Clair Beach (3.8 km).

Is Law Courts Hotel family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as children's meals and an arcade, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Law Courts Hotel is a hit with families.

Does Law Courts Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, continental brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Law Courts Hotel?

No, Law Courts Hotel does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Law Courts Hotel?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves local cuisine. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Law Courts Hotel?

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

Are pets allowed at Law Courts Hotel?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Law Courts Hotel Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 131 out of 590 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 286 out of 590 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 130 out of 590 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 590 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 590 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Angeline

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at Law Courts Hotel. The staff were very friendly and the room was great. Just a bit noisy during the night as it was by the busy road.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026

8/10 Good

Dess

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Liked: Staff & service
Great pub with friendly staff. Rooms basic but OK for a couple of nights stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

john

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The staff were very good and friendly. The meals were very good as well. Good location and close to railway station which suited us. Would stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

8/10 Good

Matt

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean room
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice central place to stay in Dunedin. Friendly staff, great dinner.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central location, basic, clean and functional accommodation.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sean

Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness
It’s old and a little beat up not much in amenities. But for what it is, the price and the location it is excellent. One warning. After the bar downstairs closes one has to use stairs to get to a floor the elevator serves
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

li

Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great part of town. Friendly staff.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Kelli

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Central location, comfortable bed, character building. Perfect for an overnight stop.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Murray

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location and area
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Marion

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Paul

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
The traffic is very noisy as it on the main rd.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Mary

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
It’s an old building with charm and character. Well situated to the Octagon and other city tourist sites. Parking on the street. Rooms and beds are small but adequate. Appeared to have a well patronised restaurant. Lovely aromas greeted you at the door. The doors and lift shut earlier than advised.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Michael, Tauranga

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Seriously in need of renovation. Parts of the "room", its the size of a jail cell (no exageration) are held together with cellotape. The shower is so tiny my shoulders touch both sides, and when I asked for a glass of ice water be sent up or a menu, I was told to come down the bar and get it! No concept of service. Three good points, the pulled beef burger was high quality and delish, the bar and reception staff very nice (2 young ladies) and a good central location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Ashleigh

Travelled with group
Disliked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was good apart from the toilet water running all night. The other rooms basin had so many breaks in it it was not safe at all. One website had Free parking, another had parking for $20. When booking the hotel we were told we couldn’t reserve a park yet when we arrived we were told others had reserved carparks and that none were available. Miraculously then we were found one and charged $25 which contradicts other websites. Definitely not the greatest service.

10/10 Excellent

Jodie, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Nancy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location- close to railway and centre of town; good parking, pleasant restaurant and bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Location!

We spent 3 nights staying at the Law Courts Hotel late February. Excellent location in Dunedin - walking distance to almost everything. Staff were very helpful and everything was easy. Parking in private car park, and a wonderful Dining Room. Thank ytou!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Ngaire

Position is excellent. Excellent information of how to get into the hotel when I had got in after a late flight but no information in the room about WiFi number. Bathroom seriously needs updating. The bath had areas of where coating had come off and a brown stain around it. Glass around the shower had mould. Toilet needed repetitive flushings.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness
This hotel had to be the most disappointing of all our stays in New Zealand. When we booked it and viewed the photos we were pleased with what we had booked especially being part of a pub and staying over New Year. The room was very basic, a bit depressing, no shampoo or shower soap, just a bar of soap and a flannel, so for the price we paid, was disappointing. The pub closed at 8 oclock each night and didn't even make an exception for New year's eve. There was a small casino, betting machines in the bar and a restaurant, so I suppose they didn't need to open the bar late. We had a full breakfast one morning which wasn't cheap and included salad. Who put's salad on a fry up!! Whilst it was central and a short walk from other restaurants, bars and shops, we regretted booking it.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Rooms a bit tired and require updating. Bit noisy as was on main street side. Location is good. Staff welcoming.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024