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538 Great King Motel

4.0 star property
Eco-certified Dunedin motel in North Dunedin with free parking

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area
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Hallway
Nestled near the University of Otago, 538 Great King Motel offers a tranquil retreat. Enjoy in-room WiFi, explore the garden or unwind on the terrace with an eco-certified conscience. The helpful staff has left a lasting impression on previous guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$175
includes taxes & fees
1 Mar - 2 Mar

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Superior Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Accessible

Studio, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 61.75 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Large One Bedroom Apartment

Large One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

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Large Studio

Large Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

1 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Studio

Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Compact Studio

Compact Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large Disability Access Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Private bathroom
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
538 Great King Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk
  • The Octagon - 18 min walk
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 18 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 19 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬8 min walk

About this property

538 Great King Motel

Upscale eco-certified motel near University of Otago
Located close to Otago Museum and Olveston, 538 Great King Motel provides a terrace, a coffee shop/cafe and a garden. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a restaurant.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self-parking
  • A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and bike parking
  • A lift, outdoor furniture and smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and feature comforts such as premium bedding and heated floors, as well as perks such as free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Recycling and LED light bulbs
  • Bathrooms with eco-friendly toiletries and showers
  • 32-inch TVs with satellite channels
  • Heated floors, microwaves and toasters

Awards and affiliations

Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free covered self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • A coffee shop/cafe
  • A restaurant

Family friendly

  • In-room microwave
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to lift
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Toaster

More

  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Electrical adapters
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • LED lighting
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2 per cent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9:00 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

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in fee: NZD 30 for check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may 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
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chair
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products

National rating

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

Property is also known as

538 Great King Motel Dunedin
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ASURE 538 Great King Motel
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Frequently asked questions

Is 538 Great King Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at 538 Great King Motel?

As of 7 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 538 Great King Motel on 1 Mar 2025 start from AU$175.24, including 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.

How much is parking at 538 Great King Motel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at 538 Great King Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in (subject to availability). Late check-in is available from 9:00 PM to 11:00 PM for a fee of NZD 30.

What time is check-out at 538 Great King Motel?

Checkout is at 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability).

Where is 538 Great King Motel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this eco-certified motel is within a 5-minute walk of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston are also within 15 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 19 minutes by foot.

538 Great King Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 182 out of 238 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 50 out of 238 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 238 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 238 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 238 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rusha

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely host. Clean room woth kitchenette
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brett

Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rohan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hosts. Clean and tidy. Cannot fault anything. It's just perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Murray

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet spot. Lovely gardens. Clean & comfortable. Always our ‘go to’ in Dunedin
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very clean and tidy. Hosts very friendly. Would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff was so nice and accommodating, especially because it took me longer to get from the airport so i was late for check-in. the room was very nice and tidy. overall a very enjoyable and pleasant experience
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely owners, restaurant food is yummy. Walking distance to gardens and all other amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly team, clean and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nic

Travelled with partner
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Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mohamed Rashid

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I highly recommending this property
Excellent Staff…..The best motel in Dunedin
Stayed 8 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
I liked the friendly and helpful service
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Myles

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All good
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Could not fault this place at all. Was very good value for the amount charge
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

H Julia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Pleasant stay as usual, Thankyou Morag & Pete for your warm hospitality. Best wishes :)
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Walter, Wellington

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really the perfect motel. Room is in very good and new condition. Great bedroom and bathroom design. Very simple but thoughtful amenities. Had absolutely everything we needed. Will always stay here when visiting Dunedin. The owners obviously really care about the property and their customers. One of the best places I’ve ever stayed, period.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike

Travelled with partner
Nice and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Harry

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
friendly staff. The room was warm and clean, All you need in a room for a short stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Properly is clean & has everthing we required!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful
A wonderful place to stay. Clean, comfortable, spacious, easy parking and close to the city centre. The hosts were friendly and welcoming. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very welcoming staff. Really clean property. Good range of amenties e.g kitchinette content was good quality and TV with Sky. Beds very comfortable. Great location. Sat nav gets confused regarding location - just put in address not motel name. Clean towels every day.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay in Dunedin
538 Great Kings was a great stay. The location is excellent. The check in was quick and very friendly. Our room was clean and well furnished. WiFi was fast. Overall one of the nicest places we stayed on our visit to New Zealand.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and clean, all like new . Good location
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

General hotel information

Reasons to Book
Great Location & Property Cleanliness
Check-In Time
2:00 PM
Check-Out Time
10:00 AM
Nearest Airport
Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)