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Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

4.0 star property
Escape to this eco-certified oasis with beautiful gardens and modern comforts like WiFi & laundry services.

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Nestled in North Dunedin, Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel offers a serene retreat. Relax on the picturesque terrace or unwind in the garden, and take advantage of dry cleaning/laundry services. With free self parking, a bar for socializing, and a business center for productivity, you'll feel right at home. The helpful staff has earned top marks from previous guests.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
  • Bar

Room options

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Standard King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(20 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior King Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 26 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Standard Family Room | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard Family Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(4 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Twin Queen Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • 27 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Superior Suite | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior Suite

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 36 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior 2 Bedroom Studio | In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior 2 Bedroom Studio

  • 100 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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In-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

North Dunedin, a neighborhood in Dunedin, is home to Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel. Dunedin Town Hall and The Octagon are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunedin Botanic Garden and St. Clair Beach. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. Visit our Dunedin travel guide
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30 Duke Street, North Dunedin, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Botanic Garden
    Dunedin Botanic Garden
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Otago
    University of Otago
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Otago Museum
    Otago Museum
    12 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • The Octagon
    The Octagon
    3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • Staff Club
    13 min walk
  • The Good Earth Cafe
    9 min walk
  • Burger Plant
    6 min walk
  • The Maharajas
    4 min walk
  • Subway
    4 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Full breakfast available for a fee 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends; NZD 30 to 34 for adults and NZD 15 to 17 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • McGavins Restaurant & Bar

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities
  • Mini-fridge

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevator
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 2 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Mini-fridge
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Desk chair
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express 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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for full breakfast: approximately NZD 30.00 to 34.00 for adults, and NZD 15 to 17 for children
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • 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
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; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability).

What time is check-out at Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Dunedin Botanic Garden and University of Otago. The Octagon and Forsyth Barr Stadium are also within 2 mi (3 km). Dunedin Railway Station is 28 minutes by foot.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.2

Cleanliness

8.4

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 510 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 401 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 70 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 13 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 1000 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

david

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location, friendly staff,good breakfast, restaurant good.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great reasonably central location. Handy parking. Good sized rooms and confortable beds.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful and polite staff, breakfast was very good lots of choice. It was very clean and had lovely gardens. Parking was easy
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Receptionist was very friendly, efficient check is process. Rooms were tidy and comfortable, overall good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were always helpful Room was quiet
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff was so kind, the food was superb. Had a wonderful stay
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Larry

Across street from Botanical garden. Friendly staff. Parking is accessible. Kitchenette. Clean, well equipped bathroom. Bed was acceptable for an innerspring mattress. Overall a pleasant stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

rosalie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very pleasant staff,room as expected
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a great hotel. We were both extremely pleased with the hotel room, two double beds!! Everything was superb about the accommodation and the buffet breakfast was also very nice.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay & explore Dunedin. Breakfast was awesome.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay Staff were helpful and friendly Rooms were clean Beds were very comfortable No noise from roads Amazing buffet breakfast Highly recommend staying here We will be back
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great property, lovely staff. Would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Everything was spot on. Clean, comfortable and the food was excellent. The staff are pleasant and helpful. Shout out to the new girls , excellent people skills.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Breakfast was fresh and warm, parking no problem, staff were really helpful and friendly and the room was clean and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dominic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean Room; Accommodating Staff; Convenient Location
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joeanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice clean and very comfortable and handy to town
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tyler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Loved the stay. Room was clean and modern. Property was perfectly located. Breakfast was the best part. Staff, especially in the restaurant, were exceptionally hospitable and kind.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Lovely friendly staff. Very comfy beds. Nice grounds
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Emily

Liked: Staff & service
Staff were helpful and friendly. Parking was convenient.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rajiv

Liked: Amenities
Clean room, friendly staff, room service has some menu for 24 Hrs. This is quite important as restaurants close early in NZ.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Super comfy bed, nice and clean room. Excellent location
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
very convenient location, short dive to places of interest. just beside the Botanic Gardens. Rooms are very big and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Garth

Liked: Cleanliness
good location and staff
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gordon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
very pleasant to stay in and handy to north and central with a vehicle.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Great parking. Beautiful gardens
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025