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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 star property

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Air conditioning
$151
includes taxes & fees
Dec 19 - Dec 20

Explore the area

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6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(33 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Executive Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(10 reviews)
  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Suite, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 398 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Two Bedroom Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Two Bedroom Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(22 reviews)
  • 570 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Suite, 2 Bedrooms | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 699 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Studio (Twin) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Studio (Twin)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(18 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV

Four Bedroom Suite

  • 1991 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 4 King Beds

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior King

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 333 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Three Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Superior Three Bedroom Suite

  • 1076 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Four Bedroom Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • 1346 sq ft
  • 4 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 3 King Beds and 2 Twin Beds

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Junior Suite | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Junior Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar

Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 8

Superior Three-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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About this property

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5-star hotel in Dunedin City Centre
This smoke-free hotel features a restaurant, a fitness center, and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include self parking, 24-hour room service, and a meeting room.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers 121 air-conditioned accommodations with washers/dryers and minibars. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. 50-inch flat-screen televisions come with cable channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include desks, desk chairs, and complimentary weekday newspapers. Additionally, rooms include safes and irons/ironing boards. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.
The hotel offers a restaurant. A bar/lounge is on site where guests can unwind with a drink. Wireless Internet access is complimentary. This luxury hotel also offers a fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services. Onsite parking is available (surcharge).

Distinction Dunedin Hotel is a smoke-free property.

Full breakfasts are available for a surcharge on weekdays between 6 AM and 11 AM and on weekends between 7 AM and 11 AM.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel has a restaurant on site.
24-hour room service is available.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (NZD 30 per day)

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM on weekends; NZD 40 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • In-room washer/dryer
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

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.
  • Elevator
  • High-pile carpet in room
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms
  • Washer/dryer

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 19 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards

We should mention

Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 693 out of 829 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 829 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 829 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 829 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 829 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A really happy stay - thanks!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tianlu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice hotel, would love to stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

A

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful hotel to stay in! Close to the casino and the Octagon. Amazing bathroom the bath was huge and the bed was super comfy ❤️ Breakfast had everything covered and very tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I recently stayed at this hotel and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. The facilities were outstanding — from the luxurious rooms to the gym, and restaurant, everything was thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation. What truly set this hotel apart, though, was the exceptional customer service. Every staff member I interacted with was professional, warm, and genuinely attentive. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was seamless and enjoyable. Whether it was front desk assistance or housekeeping, the level of care was consistent and impressive. Overall, this hotel exceeded expectations in every way. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly premium and memorable stay. I can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

frank

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haydi

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is excellent quality and probably one of the top 2 hotels in Dunedin. Very convenient car parking building right opposite the hotel and it's about a 10min walk to The Octagon for bars, restaurants and cafes. Shopping on George Street is another 3 min walk. The reception staff were polite and friendly and they very kindly gave us our room earlier than the check-in time. I was very impressed with our king room which is clean, tidy and spacious. It had a kitchenette, washing machine/dryer and plenty of storage for longer stays. The bathroom was modern and huge. Loved the large walk-in shower. Just a pity there wasn't any shelf in the shower to put my toiletries, only the very small soap dish on the slide rail. Missed opportunity here for a recessed wall shelf. Also would've been good to have one of those mirrors that self de-mist as the extractor fan didn't seem to do a good job of removing the shower steam quickly. The TV only had Sky movie options instead of being a Smart TV with viewing platform options like Netflix. This is limiting as you have to start watching the movies at the set start times rather than when you want to. Extremely soft and comfortable king bed. Loved it. A buffet breakfast was included in the very reasonably priced room. The breakfast options were the standard hot and cold options, but all very fresh and tasty. A lovely tastefully decorated restaurant/dining area. Highly recommended. I'd definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eden

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Vey helpful staff .. great food beautiful rooms
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Celeste

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The only thing for me is that the sheets were very rough. I got burns on my elbows from moving around. I have sensitive skin so rough sheets are not for me. But this could be a me problem. It other wise excellent
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Louis

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous property. Planned to stay for a week and they upgraded my room which was great. Excellent location with easy access to city dining options. Will stay here again and recommend it.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Prabhdeep

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Recommend for families
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

matthew

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice large room with laundry, microwave and kitchen sink
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The bed was huge and wonderfully comfortable. Restaurant meals were excellent
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mohammed, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staffs. The best place to stay in Hawkes Bay
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jocelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Te Whata

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great place to stay. Certainly exceeded my expectations. My wife and I spent the weekend in Dunedin and the stay at The Distinction certainly enhanced the overall experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything was prefect for our stay. Clean, comfortable everything you need in your room. Definitely coming back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Terence John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All greay, no negatives.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great all round
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Check in was friendly and with ease. Restaurant food and service was fantastic. Our rooms were dark, quiet and comfortable. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Sandie

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bed extremely comfortable. Staff very helpful. Breakfast great. Dinner- average , limited veggie options.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Nicolette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

JIAQI

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel looks much better than the pictures displayed. Great room, it is the best hotel room during the 12 days I travelled in NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tsun Ming Quincy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matt

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025