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Law Courts Hotel

Property class: 3.5
Hotel with casino, near The Octagon

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Near The Octagon, Law Courts Hotel offers a lively atmosphere with a casino and arcade/game room. Enjoy local cuisine at Wig'n Pen restaurant, connect to in-room WiFi, unwind with newspapers in the lobby or grab drinks at the bar.

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Bar
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Casino
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Room service
  • Arcade/game room
  • Front-desk safe
  • Snack bar/deli
  • ATM/banking services
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room
  • Luggage storage

For families (6)

  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $71
$82 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 28 - Aug 29

Room options

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Showing 9 of 9 rooms

View all photos for Single Room

A neatly made bed with a green throw blanket and a white pillow.

Single Room

7.4 out of 10
Good
(6 reviews)
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room

A neatly made bed with a dark quilt and patterned pillows, two bedside lamps, and a wall-mounted artwork above the bed.

Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Twin Room

A hotel room with two single beds, a nightstand with a lamp, a telephone, and a painting on the wall.

Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Standard Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window.

Standard Triple Room

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

A neatly made bed with a blue and white duvet, a grey quilted duvet, and two folded white towels. There are two windows with white curtains and a wall-mounted lamp.

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

  • 80 sq m
  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 King Bed, 1 Queen Bed, 2 Twin Bunk Beds and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Double Room

Iron/ironing board, cribs (free), WiFi (free), bed sheets

Double Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Triple Room

A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a TV, and a window with a view of buildings.

Triple Room

  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Double Bed
  • Free WiFi

Family Apartment

  • Sleeps 7
  • 1 Queen Bed, 1 Twin Bunk Bed, 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Deluxe Double Room

A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a television.

Deluxe Double Room

7.6 out of 10
Good
(4 reviews)
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

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About the neighborhood

Map
53 Stuart Street, Cnr Cumberland & Stuart Streets, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • First Church of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St. Paul's Cathedral - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 25 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 2 min walk

Restaurants

  • Moons
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Best Cafe - ‬1 min walk
  • Cookie Bar
  • ‪Takeichi - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Law Courts Hotel

  • Law Courts Hotel features a casino and puts you just steps from The Octagon and First Church of Otago. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Wig´n Pen, which serves local cuisine and is open for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Other features include a bar/lounge and a snack bar/deli.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 24 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving

    • 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 time is 10 AM
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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
    • 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 uncovered onsite self parking
    • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space per unit)
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Continental breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge
  • Room service (limited hours)
  • Snack bar/deli

Traveling with children

  • Children's menu

Working away

  • Meeting room

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • ATM/banking
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Arcade/game room
  • Casino
  • 18 casino slot machines

Accessibility

  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • Flat-screen television
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Free crib/infant bed
  • Bed sheets provided

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi
  • Phone

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Dining

Wig´n Pen - This restaurant specializes in local cuisine and serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. A children's menu is available. Open daily.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Continental breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 10 for adults and NZD 10 for children

Pets

  • Service animals exempt from fees

Policies

This property does not have elevators.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector on site.
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.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express, JCB International
Cashless transactions are available.

Property class

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Law Courts Hotel offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Law Courts Hotel 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 Law Courts Hotel?

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

Is parking offered on site at Law Courts Hotel?

Yes, there's free self parking. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Law Courts Hotel?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Is there an onsite casino at Law Courts Hotel?

Yes, there's a casino, featuring 18 slot machines.

What is there to do at Law Courts Hotel and nearby?

Law Courts Hotel has a casino and an arcade.

Are there restaurants at or near Law Courts Hotel?

Yes, Wig´n Pen offers local cuisine.

What's the area around Law Courts Hotel like?

Law Courts Hotel is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 2-minute walk from Dunedin Railway Station and 3 minutes' walk from First Church of Otago.

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Reviews

Law Courts Hotel Reviews

7.8

Good

8.4

Cleanliness

8.8

Location

8.2

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

Room
Location
Service staff
Shower
Restaurant
Bar
Bathroom
Breakfast
Parking
Bed

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay, location good, friendly staff, nice and clean, good parking . Would stay again
GARY, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Great location! Restaurant and bar as well as the history added to the appeal.
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We had an awesome stay! Room was very nice, great shower and view of the city. Love the old school pub downstairs
Alysha, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Nice central place to stay in Dunedin. Friendly staff, great dinner.
James, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Great pub with friendly staff. Rooms basic but OK for a couple of nights stay
Stephen, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

The staff were very good and friendly. The meals were very good as well. Good location and close to railway station which suited us. Would stay there again.
john, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Great part of town. Friendly staff.
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Great location and area
Murray, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Central location, comfortable bed, character building. Perfect for an overnight stop.
Kelli, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Excellent location- close to railway and centre of town; good parking, pleasant restaurant and bar.
Nancy, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean room
Dess, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Location!

We spent 3 nights staying at the Law Courts Hotel late February. Excellent location in Dunedin - walking distance to almost everything. Staff were very helpful and everything was easy. Parking in private car park, and a wonderful Dining Room. Thank ytou!
Michael, 3-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

It’s old and a little beat up not much in amenities. But for what it is, the price and the location it is excellent. One warning. After the bar downstairs closes one has to use stairs to get to a floor the elevator serves
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

The old decour was a problem in places but gave the place character. Staff were very friendly and efficient room was clean and had all you would expect
Nigel, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

Rooms a bit tired and require updating. Bit noisy as was on main street side. Location is good. Staff welcoming.
Gavin, 1-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

It’s an old building with charm and character. Well situated to the Octagon and other city tourist sites. Parking on the street. Rooms and beds are small but adequate. Appeared to have a well patronised restaurant. Lovely aromas greeted you at the door. The doors and lift shut earlier than advised.
Mary, 1-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

This property definitely feels tired and due for renovation. The soundproofing between rooms and floors isn’t great, and my bathroom had rot in the woodwork around the shower, that looked to have gone under the lino. But the room was big and the bed was comfortable, and the location is excellent - it just needs some time and money spent on it.
Jacqui, 2-night trip
Verified review

4/10 Fair

Seriously in need of renovation. Parts of the "room", its the size of a jail cell (no exageration) are held together with cellotape. The shower is so tiny my shoulders touch both sides, and when I asked for a glass of ice water be sent up or a menu, I was told to come down the bar and get it! No concept of service. Three good points, the pulled beef burger was high quality and delish, the bar and reception staff very nice (2 young ladies) and a good central location.
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified review

6/10 Good

This hotel had to be the most disappointing of all our stays in New Zealand. When we booked it and viewed the photos we were pleased with what we had booked especially being part of a pub and staying over New Year. The room was very basic, a bit depressing, no shampoo or shower soap, just a bar of soap and a flannel, so for the price we paid, was disappointing. The pub closed at 8 oclock each night and didn't even make an exception for New year's eve. There was a small casino, betting machines in the bar and a restaurant, so I suppose they didn't need to open the bar late. We had a full breakfast one morning which wasn't cheap and included salad. Who put's salad on a fry up!! Whilst it was central and a short walk from other restaurants, bars and shops, we regretted booking it.
Catherine, 4-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Very good hotel for the price, in a great location
Michael, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

Central location, basic, clean and functional accommodation.
Kelli, 2-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

We had a great stay at Law Courts Hotel. The staff were very friendly and the room was great. Just a bit noisy during the night as it was by the busy road.
Angeline, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Good bed, good location, budget hotel.
Jan, 1-night trip
Verified review

10/10 Exceptional

great location
Corrie, 2-night trip
Verified review

8/10 Very good

Clean room
Matt, 4-night trip