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Alcala Motel

3.0 star property
Motel in Dunedin, 4-minute walk to University of Otago

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Exterior
Studio | Desk, laptop workspace, blackout drapes, iron/ironing board
Studio | Private kitchenette | Microwave, stovetop, coffee/tea maker
Interior
Shower, hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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704 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Forsyth Barr Stadium
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪29 min drive‬

Room options

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Studio | Living area

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(28 reviews)
  • 352 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Twin Bed

Studio, Jetted Tub

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Apartment, 1 Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Twin Beds

Family Apartment

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(15 reviews)
  • 514 sq ft
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Twin Beds

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in North Dunedin within a 5-minute walk of University of Otago, Alcala Motel is within a 15-minute stroll of Otago Museum. This 23-room, 3-star motel welcomes guests with in-room amenities like kitchens, microwaves, and coffee makers.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • The Octagon - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Albany - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Staff Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Baaa Sports Bar & Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Alcala Motel

Motel in Dunedin, 4-minute walk to University of Otago
Alcala Motel features free WiFi in public areas, a business center, and free newspapers. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, dry cleaning/laundry, and luggage storage. This motel also has laundry facilities.
Guests can enjoy cable TV and stay connected with free WiFi and wired Internet. Kitchens, microwaves, and stovetops are other standard amenities.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchen
  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

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

Business services

  • Business center

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:30 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Property payment types

Important information

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and window guards
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM—-9:30 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours.

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.
  • No parking is available onsite.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and window guards.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

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

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Econo Alcala
Econo Alcala Dunedin
Econo Lodge Alcala
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Frequently asked questions

Are free cancellation options available at Alcala Motel?

Alcala Motel provides free cancellation on select room rates. To learn more, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

How much does it cost to stay at Alcala Motel?

As of Nov 4, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alcala Motel on Nov 11, 2025 start from $76.49, 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 is there to do around Alcala Motel?

This motel is situated in North Dunedin within a 10-minute walk of Otago Museum and Dunedin Botanic Garden. You'll also find The Octagon and Olveston less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at Alcala Motel?

No, this motel doesn't offer parking.

Does Alcala Motel feature a casino on the premises?

No, Alcala Motel doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Alcala Motel?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Alcala Motel?

Couples will appreciate amenities at this motel, including a kitchen and free Internet access in each guestroom and jetted bathtubs in some.

Are there hot tubs at Alcala Motel?

No, but some guestrooms at this motel feature jetted bathtubs.

Does Alcala Motel have a restaurant that serves breakfast?

No, Alcala Motel doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Alcala Motel allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Alcala Motel though service animals are welcome.

Does Alcala Motel have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from Alcala Motel?

The closest major airport to Alcala Motel is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 18.7 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Alcala Motel?

No, at Alcala Motel, there aren't any guestrooms that list a balcony.

Alcala Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 149 out of 329 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 142 out of 329 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 28 out of 329 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 329 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 329 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Janette

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

8/10 Good

Karamjeet

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Albert

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I thought the whole stay was great our host's were helpful and professional. It was warm and very handy to the university and other amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Good location and clean and tidy. An older facility, but a nice feel to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Clifford Leigh

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Bath Tub with high side, no handle to grab hold of to get in or out, felt very unsafe.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Tidy, convenient, warm and comfortable
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Liz

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Amenities
Bed lovely and warm. Bathroom update would be good.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maureen

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean very handy to hospital receptionist very helpful
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

6/10 Okay

Jill

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Good location and reasonably priced. Shower head was too low - at chest height for averaged height woman and was over a bath so difficult to climb into for older or non mobile people. The units upstairs were not easily accesible for older or less mobile people - would have liked option of ground floor. Cord for electric blanket on window side of double bed didn’t reach power point and one on other side of the bed was split - so no electric blanket to use. The host was nice - took time to show us around the room. The heater was very efficient. Nice touch to have the paper delivered each day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Troy

Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

4/10 Poor

HAROLD STEVEN

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The motel room was sizable. It was a little dated, but the facilities were very good. The studio in is suitable for a couple or smaller family, with its separate double bedroom, and full kitchen. It was economically priced and provided excellent value for money.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lindsay

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

10/10 Excellent

Ben

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
it was so cool
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Lynley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Motel was very clean, friendly and helpful staff. Only downside was kids running round in upstairs unit very noisy.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location close to lots of eating places. Coukd easiky walk to centre of city. Large unit with comfortable bed and good cooking vacilities. Would definitely use again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

4/10 Poor

Roger

Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This motel has seen better days and is sorely in need of maintenance. Many fittings are worn and the property generally looks tired. There is black mould in the bathroom. I was told had scored an upgrade but it just meant I had 2 flights of stairs to get to room and another to get to the bedroom.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall my stay was brilliant. If I must quibble, water in shower, toilet and sinks was a bit weak. Again, loved the room and overall accommodation, made my visit all that more restful/enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonia

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

10/10 Excellent

Johana

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

S

Liked: Staff & service
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Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheena

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall everything was great, just very noisy
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Nicky

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Worn out carpet on stairs
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa

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

10/10 Excellent

Ki Hyun

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