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Law Courts Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a casino, steps from The Octagon

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

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$124
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov

Explore the area

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53 Stuart Street, Cnr Cumberland & Stuart Streets, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Single Room

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Digital channels
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

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Standard Triple Room

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchen
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Washer/dryer
Premium bedding
3 bedrooms
  • 80 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

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Deluxe Double Room

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Free rollaway/extra beds
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

King double room

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

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 a bar/lounge. .The restaurant, Wig´n Pen, serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a snack bar/deli and laundry facilities. Full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Places within a short 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
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Albar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Craft Beer & Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stuart St Macs BrewBar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Law Courts Hotel

Hotel with a casino, steps from The Octagon
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 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.

  • 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. Beds feature premium bedding. 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

  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 20 per night)
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily full breakfast available 8:00 AM to 10 AM for a fee: NZD 12 to 17.50 for adults and NZD 12 to 17.50 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 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

  • Premium bedding

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: 10 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10 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 10 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

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 full breakfast: approximately NZD 12.00 to 17.50 for adults and NZD 12 to 17.50 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 20 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, 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include 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. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve on-site parking. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes 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

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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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 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Law Courts Hotel on 12 Nov 2025 start from AU$123.69, 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 an uncovered self car park for NZD 20 per night. 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).

What makes Law Courts Hotel a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar, plus premium bedding in the guestrooms, help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Law Courts Hotel.

Does Law Courts Hotel serve breakfast?

Yeah, full brekkie is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10 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.

Reviews

Law Courts Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.2/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 120 out of 568 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 279 out of 568 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 126 out of 568 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 27 out of 568 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 16 out of 568 reviews

Reviews

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

6/10 Okay

Jacqui

This property definitely feels tired and due for renovation. The soundproofing between rooms and floors isn’t great, and my bathroom had rot in the woodwork around the shower, that looked to have gone under the lino. But the room was big and the bed was comfortable, and the location is excellent - it just needs some time and money spent on it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel, Barry

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Nigel, Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The old decour was a problem in places but gave the place character. Staff were very friendly and efficient room was clean and had all you would expect
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

2/10 Terrible

wendy

Travelled with group
Disliked: Room comfort
Do not stay here. Terrible. Rooms tiny no room for suitcases and people together. Shower was stainless steel made you feel like you are in the morgue. Bathroom full of mould. Owners are Chinese and have not put a cent into renovating this place to make it nice. The only good thing is the location. Would not put anyone in here.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Was in one of the single rooms on 2nd floor, clean,comfortable with heater Location was easy walking distance to Octogon centre, lots of eating choices Great Art Galleries access Hotel own carparking was excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

6/10 Okay

KDJ

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This hotel is looking very tired, I hope that someone goes around with white paint and a paintbrush before the FIFA Womens World Cup to freshen it up or there will be unhappy guests. How about also repricing breakfast to include Tea/coffee?
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Shelly

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
The room itself was clean and street noise was fine, it was noisey guests coming and going ALL night a noisey guests in room next door laughing and partying loudly between 2-4am. It truly wrecked my nights sleep and next day as I was so shattered. Would not stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jan

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good bed, good location, budget hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Neil, Hamilton

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Convenient to station but hotel needs renovating
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

6/10 Okay

Eir-Anne

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities

Kind of gross.

Bar/restaurant on first floor - seems fine, we did not try. Room has definitely seen better days! The carpet is old and dingy and the windows don't lock. There is no way to control room temperature outside of opening a window onto a scary fire escape. We had a giant spider in our bed. Did not take shoes off.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023