Law Courts Hotel

3.5 star property
Hotel with a casino, steps from The Octagon

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Interior
Bar (on property)
Deluxe Double Room | Iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Meeting facility

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Laundry

Explore the area

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53 Stuart Street, Cnr Cumberland & Stuart Streets, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, First Church of Otago
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

Single Room

7.2 out of 10
Good
(5 reviews)
  • 183 sq ft
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

Twin Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 237 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 861 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7

Single Room

  • Sleeps 1

Deluxe Double Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 269 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

King double room

  • Sleeps 2

Twin Room

  • Sleeps 2

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin City Centre, Law Courts Hotel is next to popular attractions like The Octagon and First Church of Otago. This 3.5-star hotel welcomes guests with 24 rooms and conveniences like a casino, free in-room WiFi, and free self parking.

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • First Church of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Otago - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Social Club - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Best Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dost Turkish Cafe - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Law Courts Hotel

Hotel with a casino, steps from The Octagon
Guests of Law Courts Hotel enjoy features like a casino, free WiFi in public areas, and a meeting room. Free parking is included with your stay. Front-desk staff can assist with luggage storage and securing valuables. Additional amenities include an arcade/game room, laundry facilities, and an ATM.
Flat-screen TVs come with digital channels, and free WiFi keeps guests connected. Bathrooms have hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and phones are other standard amenities.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:30 AM for a fee: NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Restaurants on site

  • Wig´n Pen

Things to do

  • 18 slot machines
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino

Family friendly

  • Arcade/game room
  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • ATM
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Newspapers in lobby
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

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  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Free crib

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Limited room service
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

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 continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

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
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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
  • Check-in: 2 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking.

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, 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.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.
  • Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination.
  • The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up; guests must have received complete COVID-19 vaccination at least 1 days prior to check-in.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.
  • No rollaway or extra beds are available.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Law Courts Hotel?

Law Courts Hotel provides free cancellation on certain room rates. For additional details, look at the cancellation policy on our site.

How much does it cost to stay at Law Courts Hotel?

As of Nov 19, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Law Courts Hotel on Nov 29, 2025 start from $77.17, excluding 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.

What's there to do around Law Courts Hotel?

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

Is parking available on site at Law Courts Hotel?

Yes, uncovered self parking is offered for free at the hotel. You'll find a max of 1 space per unit.

Does Law Courts Hotel have a casino?

Yes, Law Courts Hotel has a casino and it includes 18 slot machines.

Will I find an indoor pool at Law Courts Hotel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Law Courts Hotel good for couples?

There are plenty of amenities for couples at this hotel, including a bar, a restaurant, and a casino.

Are there hot tubs at Law Courts Hotel?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Law Courts Hotel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

Yes, Law Courts Hotel serves continental breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Wig´n Pen.

Will Law Courts Hotel allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Law Courts Hotel though service animals are welcome.

Does Law Courts Hotel have connecting rooms?

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

Where is the closest airport to Law Courts Hotel?

The closest major airport to Law Courts Hotel is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 17.7 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Law Courts Hotel?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Law Courts Hotel.