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Distinction Dunedin Hotel

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk

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Restaurant
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Bar (on property)
Junior Four Bedroom Suite | Living area | 50-inch flat-screen TV with cable channels, TV
Superior Three Bedroom Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dunedin Town Hall
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two Bedroom Studio

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Two-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 4

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Executive Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Studio

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

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Executive Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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) | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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 | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Four Bedroom Suite

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

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Junior Suite | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

Junior Suite

  • 398 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, minibar, in-room safe

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

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin City Centre, Distinction Dunedin Hotel is adjacent to Grand Casino and within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Chinese Garden. This 4.5-star hotel has 121 rooms and welcomes guests with a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • The Octagon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • First Church of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 9 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Kitchen - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Plato - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Luxury hotel with a fitness center and a 24-hour front desk
Distinction Dunedin Hotel features a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. Self parking is offered for NZD 30 per day. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with dry cleaning/laundry, luggage storage, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a banquet hall.
50-inch flat-screen TVs come with cable channels, and guests can stay connected with free WiFi. Pillowtop beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Washers/dryers, refrigerators, and microwaves are other standard amenities.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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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Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Distinction Dunedin Hotel provides free cancellation on some room rates. If you'd like to learn more, take a look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do around Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

This hotel is situated in Dunedin City Centre, just steps from Grand Casino and Dunedin Chinese Garden, and within a short walk of Speight's Brewery. You'll also find The Octagon and Dunedin Town Hall less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Yes, secured parking is offered for NZD 30 per day.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have a casino at the property?

No, Distinction Dunedin Hotel doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this hotel include a pillowtop mattress, around-the-clock room service, and a minibar.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have a hot tub?

No, this hotel doesn't have a spa tub.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Distinction Dunedin Hotel serves a full breakfast each morning for a surcharge from its restaurant.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Distinction Dunedin Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Distinction Dunedin Hotel have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this hotel.

What is the closest airport to Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

The closest major airport to Distinction Dunedin Hotel is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 17.4 mi away (23 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Distinction Dunedin Hotel?

No, there aren't any guestrooms with balconies at Distinction Dunedin Hotel.

Distinction Dunedin Hotel Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 713 out of 852 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 122 out of 852 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 9 out of 852 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 6 out of 852 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 852 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Irene

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Well situated. Within walking distance of central city shops and sightseeing interests. Close to public transport. Great cafes nearby, particularly Vogel Kitchen. Great meals served at Parcels restaurant.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bowen, Singapore

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location and the room itself has almost everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Liked: Amenities
Staying at this hotel was the most enjoyable experience of a hotel stay in my entire experience and I have stayed in a huge amount in my long life. Everyone was very kind and helpful, it was also very quiet, the room was perfect and clean with everything you could possibly imagine and was cleaned and replenished with everything every day and a nice touch was the little cookie pack replaced daily. I would have no hesitation in recommending this hotel to all and would stay again in a heartbeat. 10/10 Gail stayed 5 October for 5 nights.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Convenient, clean, spacious rooms, microwave
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Morris, Greytown

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great stay at the Distinction. We stayed in the executive suit, and it was a fantastic room. Lovely and clean, nice staff, comfortable bed and in general great facilities. But there was one disappointment, and it was their TV's. They are too old. You can't connect with your phone and in general way out of date. Where live streaming is commonplace everywhere now, I was surprised that this was an issue. Get that fixed and get that fixed soon I would suggest.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

catrin

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Steve

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 3 nights here (Fri, Sat, Sun) and were happy with the overall experience. The location of the hotel makes for an easy walk to the "octagon" area for food, drinks etc. Our 8th floor room was clean and quiet and check in was an easy process. Parking is actually in a multi storey car park directly opposite the hotel (was $74 AUD as of 30/09/2025 for the 3 nights). The room also came with a washer / dryer which was a nice touch. Bed was a little challenging comfort wise as it was two separate beds "wrapped" with King sheets to make the one. Elevator wait times can also be a little tricky as there is only one for each wing of the Hotel. In short, would we book again - yes. Enjoyable and pleasant overall - yes.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and really a handy walkable distance to central Dunedin. The rooms are a good size and was nice and clean. Room service was quick and easy. The breakfast buffet was well stocked and full of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Dominic

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tash

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay. It was a great 2 bedroom studio for our family. We would stay again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Rakesh

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Clean rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Danielle

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

10/10 Excellent

Lee, Auckland

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The best place to stay in Dunedin
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and very central.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ernest Prem

Clean room, friendly staff, overall great experience
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl

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

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Traveled with group, Business traveler
Liked: Amenities
Staff were friendly, rooms were a good size and comfortable beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline R

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We were really comfortable!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

6/10 Okay

Valarie, Auckland

Traveled with family and small children, Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great Location, close to city.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very welcoming. Great room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gemma

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent overall experience, close to everything & great undercover parking!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Love this hotel
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025