Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 star property
Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk

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Enjoy breathtaking views of the hilly landscape and body of water from the comfort of this room, featuring a bed and a nightstand with a lamp.
Experience the contemporary design of the Kingsgate Hotel, featuring a prominent entrance and multiple balconies.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding water from the comfort of your room, featuring a large sliding glass door and a cozy seating area.
Relax in this inviting living room with a sofa, coffee table, and floor lamp, plus a balcony accessible through a sliding glass door.
Enjoy a scenic view of the water from this room's large window, featuring a simple seating area with two chairs and a table.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • 24/7 front desk
  • Parking available
  • Bar
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

Map
10 Smith Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

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Room options

Junior Suite

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(9 reviews)
  • 474 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 1 Queen Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Room, 2 Queen Beds

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(33 reviews)
  • 237 sq ft
  • City view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Junior Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Queen Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Standard Twin Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin City Centre, Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin is adjacent to St. Paul's Cathedral and within a 10-minute walk of other popular attractions like Speight's Brewery. This 55-room, 3.5-star hotel has free breakfast and a restaurant, along with free in-room WiFi.

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 4 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Eco-certified hotel with free breakfast and a 24-hour front desk
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin features free WiFi in public areas, conference space, and laundry facilities. Self parking is offered for NZD 15 per night. Front-desk staff can answer questions 24/7, and assist with concierge services, luggage storage, and dry cleaning/laundry. This smoke-free hotel also has a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 42-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and pillow menus, and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Other standard amenities include balconies, coffee makers, and phones.

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.

Languages

Chinese (Mandarin), English, Hindi

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 3-device limit

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 15 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:00 AM on weekdays and 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM on weekends
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

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

Guest services

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

Business services

  • 1,292 square feet of conference space
  • 2 meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator (35 inch wide door)
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk (41 inches high)
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 5 floors
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • Banquet hall
  • Biodegradable coffee stirrers available
  • Biodegradable drinking straws available
  • Comprehensive food waste policy
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Local artist showcase
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillow menu
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 42-inch LCD TV with premium cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Bulk dispensers for toiletries
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
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

Renovations and closures

The following facilities or services will be unavailable from November 11 2024 to July 31 2025 (dates subject to change):
  • Bar/Lounge(s)
  • Dining venue(s)

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 15 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 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 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, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium)
  • Check-in: 2:00 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.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A credit card for incidental charges and 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, debit cards, and cash.
  • The credit card used at check-in for incidentals must be in the name of the primary guest who made the reservation.
  • This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
  • Onsite safety features include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • This property affirms that it follows the cleaning and disinfection practices of We Clean. We Care. We Welcome. (Millennium).

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Free in-room WiFi has a 3-device limit. WiFi in public areas is also free and has a 3-device limit.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

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

Are free cancellation options available at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What is there to do within easy reach of Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

This hotel is situated in Dunedin City Centre, just steps from The Octagon and St. Paul's Cathedral, and within a short walk of Dunedin Town Hall. You'll also find Speight's Brewery and First Church of Otago less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for NZD 15 per night. Bicycle parking is also available for guests.

Does Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin have a casino at the property?

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

Is there an indoor pool at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin good for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Are there hot tubs at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

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

Does Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin serves free full breakfasts at Jimmy Cooks Kiwi Kitchen each morning. Please note that the dining venue will be closed between November 11 2024 and July 31 2025 (subject to change).

Does Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin allow pets to stay for free?

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

Are there connecting rooms at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Yes, this hotel has connecting guestrooms you can book for your group event or vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

The closest major airport to Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 17.9 mi away (25 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin?

Yes, every guestroom at Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin comes with a balcony with some featuring city views.

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 306 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 471 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 164 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 45 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 15 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.8/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

7.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Wayne

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Property is well situated but needs refurbishment. Stained carpet; the sound of your neighbour peeing above you head and then the flushing toilet reverberating about the rooms above and below. On the other side staff are the best asset to the facility. Go above and beyond.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Moisés Augusto

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Seong

Traveled with family
Liked: Room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Generally I would say "Just two star."

The good location, breakfast, and comfortable bed were nice. However, the night receptionist was not friendly at all, and even guests had to reserve and pay for parking. Since the building is old and outdated, I don't think I would come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Kevin

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Not good at all there was youths in next carpark being annoying reving loud music not good would not recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

Richard

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jodie

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen, Jamboree Heights

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location and lovely staff. Very clean and up-to-date. Pleasantly surprised at complimentary breakfast. Not happy to pay $15 per night for parking that was not secure
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Packwood

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location and quality. Breakfast was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Heather

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ann

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

8/10 Good

WARREN

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

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

BMH

Good hotel,easy walk to centre, high floor room very good, complimentary breakfast hot cold buffet .All very good.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

LARRY, VERONA

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed our stay at the Kingsgate Hotel for several reasons. The comfort of the living room space was an added bonus to the bed & shower. We ate one take home meal and it felt like home. Our suites sliding glass doors were wide open with crisp fresh air & no noise! The staff were super helpful & we were grateful for their assistance. The breakfast was more than we could have asked for or wanted to start our day.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Jane Lila

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
An Excellent location The bed was Very comfortable The reception staff were attentive. I was disappointed room service and evening dinning in house were not an option. I was also disappointed the shower curtain was in need of replacing and the bath wash dispenser was empty I loved the balcony and large windows but would suggest a mark or line on the non door to prevent accidentally walking into it thinking it was an opened door. Apart from that, it was a good stay. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Soyoung

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Janice

Liked: Staff & service
It was fine for the price, but the hotel needed cleaning, carpets and dusting, and the shower had very poor shower pressure.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Good stay but restraunt was not opperating except for breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

j

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Worst place I have ever staffed staff were so rude place is dated good disgusting over priced and facilities are dirty and dated No soap in bathroom linen dirty and staff can barely speak English found the manager extremely unhelpful Wouldn’t recommend to anyone would rather stay at a backpackers than this place .
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Magdy

Traveled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Comfortable room but dated furniture. Location is definitely in the heart of the city. Service is friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bev

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and obliging staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, just around the corner from the Octagon! Love the view from our room and the lanai.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilson

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

2/10 Terrible

Mirek

Traveled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Old, dated and dirty. carpets are worn and dirty. Linen and bathrooms were clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025