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Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

2.5 star property
Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Otago

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Superior Room | Private kitchenette
Backpacker Private Twin - Bunk
Suite
Reception
Serves breakfast and dinner

Reviews

7.6 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$100
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July

Explore the area

Map
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin, 9054
  • The Octagon
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Room options

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Superior Room

Superior Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Standard Room

Standard Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Economy Room

Economy Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Twin Room

Standard Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 13 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Backpacker Private Twin - Bunk

Backpacker Private Twin - Bunk

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 8 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Standard Room - Sleeps 4

Standard Room - Sleeps 4

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Economy Twin Room

Economy Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Satellite channels
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

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Suite

Suite

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Mini-fridge
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Backpacker Private Triple - Bunk

Backpacker Private Triple - Bunk

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 21 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

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Backpacker Dorm Bunk Bed - Mixed

Backpacker Dorm Bunk Bed - Mixed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Separate bedroom
Shared/communal kitchen
In-room safe
Daily housekeeping
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

About the area

Dunedin

At Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin you'll be within steps of Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and First Church of Otago. Highlights at this hotel include a restaurant, free self-parking and a bar/lounge. .Mrs Silks Restaurant is open for breakfast and dinner. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas and laundry facilities. Continental breakfast is available on weekdays between 6:30 AM and 9 AM and on weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM. There's also the convenience of extended parking. .Near this Dunedin City Centre hotel, you'll find University of Otago.

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • University of Otago - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 3 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sessions - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Stuart St Macs Brewbar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin

Hotel with free parking, a short walk to University of Otago
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. WiFi is free in public spaces. Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin also features a vending machine, a garden, and laundry facilities. Self parking is free. The property offers extended parking privileges.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this Dunedin hotel.

  • 89 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1884
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Garden
  • Lift
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • 1 conference room
  • Dining venue
Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin offers 89 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hairdryers can be requested.

Languages

English

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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
  • RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Extended parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9 AM on weekdays and 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekends; NZD 10 to 15 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Mrs Silks Restaurant

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Built in 1884
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer (on request)
  • Towels provided

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: midnight
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

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 10 to 15 for adults and NZD 10 to 15 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 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, debit cards and cash
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, American Express, debit cards and cash.

We should mention

  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

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 Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

As of 17 June 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin on 18 July 2025 start from AU$99.97, 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 Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

Yep, Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

The closest beach to Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin is St. Clair Beach (3.6 km).

Does Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin serve breakfast?

You bet, continental brekkie is served weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9 AM and weekends between 6:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

No, Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and an onsite restaurant that serves breakfast and dinner.

What time are check-in & check-out at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

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

Are pets allowed at Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Leviathan Heritage Hotel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

7.6

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 121 out of 506 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 208 out of 506 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 114 out of 506 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 38 out of 506 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 506 reviews

7.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

7.2/10

Amenities

6.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Neville

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Have stayed there before as a truck driver i find this Hotel very good
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

4/10 Poor

karl

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
The hotel itself is pretty cool with the age of it but its noisy, our bed was way too soft..both of our meals were undercooked and the staff didnt really seem motivated to be there..the shower was awesome but to be honest we will not be staying there again
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I lived It
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Garry

Liked: Staff & service
heritage building, close to station and native displays also walking distance to octagon . If u pay cash for a meal make sure they record it on order or get receipt, as they included mine on room charge
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHAYNE

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient for me in more than one way
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Beautiful old hotel, getting a little warn around the edges. Staff were fine, beat thing about this 130 plus year old hotel is the location, easy to get to, and everything is with in walking distance.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

INHO

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

4/10 Poor

Margaret

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is grimy and needs a refresh.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Andrew

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dont judge the book by the cover! At first sight, the outside looked a bit ify, but they have done a great job of the inside. Looked fresh, and was impressed with with it. Will be staying here again in future.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Teri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Even though the building is older in years the staff do their best to keep it looking clean and tidy, my room was clean, tidy quiet. The receptionist was lovely and friendly, very helpful.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was so convenient for the bus stop, just a few minutes away. The room was clean and really comfortable I was very happy to have stayed here
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gina

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had an awesome stay! Clean and comfortable, we had the best room!! ...only one bad thing was, spa bath didn't work. Paid for bigger room for a spa bath... We will definitely be back 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very fit for purpose property, good price clean room and felt welcome. So exactly what I needed for my one night stay.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jonathan

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

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

Lovely,quirky ,historic hotel.

The hotel is a fabulous historic building so as long as you accept this then you will enjoy your stay. Free parking, a lovely welcome and very friendly staff. Room was clean, bathroom had towels, soap,shampoo etc. Bed was a bit saggy and road noise kept me awake for a while, old sash windows do not seal completely. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great old property that has been well maintained and refurbished . some great features kept in keeping with age .
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
close to restaurant's
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

ginny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice room, fresh and clean with a lovely outlook. Staff friendly. Was quite noisy at night though with the dual lane road below.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Aleisha

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Please do not stay here . I have backpacked around the world and this was up there with the worst nights ever. My room was filthy. Nothing had been moved to vaccum and the shower curtain was mouldy, to name a few things.Bethroom floor was lifting and carpet stained and filthy. Matress was so old and uncomfortable. Worst part was though really got no sleep as everytime someone opened a door or walked along the hall my bedroom door shook like someone was breaking in. Luckily by 3am I figured out if i put towels under the door it limited the movement enough to just be a little shake. I had already tried other things. You could also hear everything in the next door rooms. I didnt expect fancy for the price but clean and functional would have been nice. Sad to see a historic building treated like this
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Good as a practical hotel for short stays, historic buffs and best of all, budget and close to Octagon and surrounds. No complaints, I read poor reviews - didn't turn me off - happy to save money to spend else where in Dunners. Front counter staff maybe could do with a little updating on 'warm service'.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Ricardo, Lincoln

Business traveller
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Not a great review. Black mould on the shower silicone, spa bath and bathroom extract fan not working, from my point of view lacking in daily house keeping, and no reply at all from the hotel staff addressing these issues. On the positive side, location was extremely central, a very spacious room, reception staff were friendly and very accessible hotel specific parking (across the road).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Such a convenient location.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Shiori

Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

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

6/10 Okay

kenneth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
A very old classic Hotel in the downtown area, keep this in mind and you will not be disappointed. It has some great old furniture to look at.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025