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Owens Motel

Property class: 3.5
Motel in the heart of Dunedin

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In the heart of North Dunedin, Owens Motel offers a tranquil retreat with its garden and laundry facilities. Connect to WiFi in your room, take advantage of helpful staff and free self parking, and enjoy being close to University of Otago. Guests rave about the friendly service they received.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (8)

  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Air conditioning
  • Garden
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Reception hall

Feel at home (6)

  • Kitchenette
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Laundry facilities
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free self parking
The current price is $72
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 19 - Apr 20

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Classic Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 300 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Studio | Living area | TV

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment

  • Sleeps 3

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 7

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

  • Sleeps 4

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Studio

  • Sleeps 2

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About the neighborhood

Map
745 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otago Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 28 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Good Earth Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Owens Motel

Enjoy your visit to Dunedin with a stay at Owens Motel. Free perks include WiFi and self parking. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 12 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
    • Front desk staffed during limited hours
    • This property enforces quiet hours from 8:00 PM to 7:00 AM
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–9:00 AM
  • Room service

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Laundry facilities

Facilities

  • Garden
  • Reception hall

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Television
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

  • Shower only
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
This property does not have elevators.
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

Also known as

Owens Dunedin
Owens Motel Dunedin
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Frequently asked questions

Does Owens Motel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Owens Motel does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Owens Motel?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Owens Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Owens Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Owens Motel?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Owens Motel and nearby?

Owens Motel has a garden.

Does Owens Motel have self-catered rooms fitted with kitchens or kitchenettes?

Yes, a kitchenette is available in every room, and also includes a refrigerator and a coffee maker.

What's the area around Owens Motel like?

Owens Motel is in North Dunedin, a short 5-minute walk from University of Otago and 10 minutes' walk from Dunedin Botanic Garden.

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Reviews

Owens Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities

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Reviews

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10/10 Exceptional

It was very well kept and clean. Also had laundry facilities, which we needed to use.
Melanie, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Dog friendly, nice staff, good room
Duncan, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

It was good and clean
H M, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Excellent stay, spacious room, close to town
Daniel, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Motel was perfectly placed for the visiting I was doing. Although the room is older it was very comfortable and just what I needed
Judith, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Good location, can walk to centre of Dunedin and to cafes. Good bed, clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Will stay again.
DeborahandPaul, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Yes
Desmond, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Pleasure able stay
Linda, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very friendly owner, nice motel unit will definitely stay again.
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this motel as they are pet friendly. Very comfortable and clean with some little extras not found in other motels.
Leanne, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful place to stay , very clean and central to restaurants. Owners were amazing !!!
Virginia, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

The room was a good size, and the location is close to Central Dunedin making getting around the inner city very easy
Brian, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Can,t wait to stay again at this motel on our next trip to Dunedin in a few months
Gayle, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

A pleasant welcome and a quiet hotel.
Des, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

It was very noisy as we had front unit by the road other wise it was good as we have to have our small dogs with us
Julie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and tidy. Very comfortable bed.
Jennifer, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Perfect place to stay for business at the Uni
Craig, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The room was spotlessly clean & very comfortable.
Kath, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Good value. Very friendly staff.
Sonya, 4-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Hosts were so kind and nice! Place was very clean and functional.
Katie, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

dining options nearby
Frank, 1-night trip
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6/10 Good

Needs a bit of up dating.
Steve, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good

While property a bit dated the owner was very friendly and helpful and all the important room features we value were provided - clean, comfy bed, good pressure shower, separate bedroom, clean functional kitchen area.
Anna, 3-night trip
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8/10 Very good

Friendly and great value
Robert, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

This is a nice affordable motel within walking distance to central Dunedin. Very clean & the owners are absolutely lovely. This motel is not over fancy but has everything you need.
Marylyn, 1-night trip