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Aurora On George

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel with a full-service spa and a fitness center

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Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | Garden view
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Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room
Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry

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678 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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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 517 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 560 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

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

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Luxury Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Studio

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(21 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in North Dunedin within a 5-minute walk of University of Otago, Aurora On George is within a 15-minute stroll of Otago Museum. This 4.5-star motel welcomes guests with 26 rooms and conveniences like a full-service spa, free self parking, and a gym.
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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 - 5 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Albany - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Staff Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Aurora On George

Eco-certified motel with a full-service spa and a fitness center
Guests staying at Aurora On George enjoy access to a full-service spa, a gym, and free WiFi in public areas. If you drive, take advantage of free parking. Front-desk staff can assist with tours or tickets, securing valuables, and dry cleaning/laundry. Other amenities at this spa motel include free newspapers, laundry facilities, and a garden.
Flat-screen TVs come with satellite channels and DVD players. Bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries, and pillowtop beds with premium bedding ensure a restful night. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee makers are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the motel include a fitness center.
Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 9 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • 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 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and a security system
  • Check-in: 2:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is available during limited hours. Driving? This property offers free parking, along with a car charging station.
Property Registration Number 14798522

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 or credit 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.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds.
  • This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector and a security system.
  • 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.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed in guestrooms.
  • No cribs or infant beds are available.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 8-device limit.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Aurora George Motel Dunedin
Aurora George Motel
Aurora George Dunedin
Aurora On George Motel
Aurora On George Dunedin
Aurora On George Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is free cancellation available at Aurora On George?

Aurora On George provides free cancellation on some room rates. For specific requirements, review the cancellation policy on our site.

What's there to do around Aurora On George?

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.

Is there parking available at Aurora On George?

Yes, self parking is offered for free at the motel. Accessible parking and electric car charging are also available for guests.

Is there a spa at Aurora On George?

There is a full-service spa available for guests to enjoy and services include massages.

Does Aurora On George include a casino at the property?

No, Aurora On George doesn't have a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at Aurora On George?

No, there is no indoor pool at this motel.

What do couples enjoy most about Aurora On George?

Couples staying at this motel will appreciate amenities like a pillowtop mattress and slippers as well as a full-service spa.

Does Aurora On George have a hot tub?

No, but this motel offers jetted bathtubs in some guestrooms.

Does Aurora On George feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

No, Aurora On George doesn't have a restaurant that serves breakfast.

Will Aurora On George allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at Aurora On George though service animals are welcome.

Does Aurora On George have connecting rooms?

No, this motel doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How far is the airport from Aurora On George?

The closest major airport to Aurora On George is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 18.6 mi away (26 minutes by car).

Are there rooms with balconies at Aurora On George?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Aurora On George.

Aurora On George Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 302 out of 383 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 65 out of 383 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 383 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 383 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 383 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

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

10/10 Excellent

Rosina, Temuka

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely spot to stay at, shame the weather was rough I would have loved to have explored the area around.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
An extremely comfortable stay, the bed was one of the best we have ever slept in and the shower was amazing. Appreciated the welcome gestures like being shown to our room where there were some home cooked biscuits. The property is in a great location with an internal garden that was peaceful and well kept.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

8/10 Good

Kim

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, nice lodging.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Everything about this motel was excellent. Helpful staff, thoughtful touches, lovely garden, laundry facilities, central location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

John, Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Aurora on George was an easy walk to downtown Dunedin and its sights, bars, and restaurants. The main Dunedin natural history museum is a couple blocks away, and the University of Otago and some good breakfast places a few blocks away.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzee

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Location, parking, outside sitting area and garden.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hotel is amazing! It has a wonderful courtyard, and the rooms were extremely comfortable. The managers were extremely helpful during check in /out and were especially knowledgeable about area restaurants and shopping. They were also wonderful in arranging transportation to the airport. I cannot recommend this property enough!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Frances

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were great, were very responsive when I advised of a noisy group of people downstairs and yelling from balcony outside our room. Parking was limited. We would stay there again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet Ho

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, comfortable bed and very quiet
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

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

10/10 Excellent

Marian N

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful garden with table and chairs
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nal

Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay - we did appreciate the modern facilities and cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

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

Great hotel comfy rooms

I had a fantastic checkin with a tour of the area and my room and had good guidance of local activities. The room was very relaxing and quiet, well setup.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

BRIAN, HARROW

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well appointed room and friendly staff in a quiet location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Love the tranquil setting.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karl

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Duncan at the front desk was wonderful help us with questions and suggestions on what to visit rooms were good only issue is a little noise from other room but not annoying would recommend
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice, greeted and given a thorough tour.

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