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Alcala Motel

3.0 star property
Experience comfort in a convenient location near top universities. Enjoy tour assistance and stay connected for an unforgettable getaway.

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Studio
Studio | Private kitchenette
Interior
Exterior
In the heart of North Dunedin, Alcala Motel offers a welcoming retreat with easy access to University of Otago and The Octagon. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy dry cleaning services, and explore nearby attractions with tour assistance from the helpful staff.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is AU$127
includes taxes & fees
10 Mar - 11 Mar

Room options

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Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Kitchen
Separate bedroom
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Family Apartment

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Coffee/tea maker
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

Studio, Jetted Tub

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Studio | Living area

Studio

Highlights

Heating
Kitchen
Blackout curtains
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Microwave
Stovetop
Coffee/tea maker
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
704 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 4 min walk
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 9 min walk
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min drive
  • The Octagon - 2 min drive
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬11 min walk

About this property

Alcala Motel

Eco-certified motel near University of Otago
Close to The Octagon, Alcala Motel provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Tour/ticket information, luggage storage and free newspapers
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Alcala Motel have perks, such as laptop-friendly workspaces, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and free newspapers.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and hairdryers
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, kitchens and microwaves

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

  • No on-site 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 centre

Accessibility

  • No lift

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Blackout drapes

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Cable channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Hob
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave

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

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

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.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

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 window guards

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

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
Econo Lodge Alcala Dunedin
Alcala Motel Dunedin
Alcala Motel
Alcala Dunedin
Alcala Motel Motel
Alcala Motel Dunedin
Alcala Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Alcala Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Alcala Motel?

As of 7 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Alcala Motel on 10 Mar 2025 start from AU$126.62, 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 Alcala Motel?

Alcala Motel doesn't offer parking.

What time is check-in at Alcala Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Alcala Motel?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alcala Motel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this eco-certified motel is within 1 mile (2 km) of University of Otago and The Octagon. Otago Museum and Dunedin Botanic Garden are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Alcala Motel Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 128 out of 291 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 130 out of 291 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 26 out of 291 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 291 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 291 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
A good, comfortable place to stay at reasonable cost
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Wilson

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

8/10 Good

Diane

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Close to town
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good ol' fashioned value; spanish arches and all.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Comfy beds and quiet room. Parking was at a bit of a premium, but found a space each day.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette

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

8/10 Good

Douglas

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
I thought the stay was pleasant enough and the staff helpful. If I had to be completely honest there was overnight noise that detracted from a pleasant experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sri Navya

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

10/10 Excellent

Ruth

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The staff were very friendly and helpful. Large main room and spacious bathroom. Very comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Cristian

Travelled with partner
Liked: Amenities
No coments
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

vijay pratap

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice property
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Chris

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Nic

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alisa

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent value for money.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
The Alcala units are rather dated inside, but they are clean, large and comfortable, and staff are very friendly. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke, Christchurch

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great space
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Ronil

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was good just had limited parking infront and was inconvenient when some one is having shower than no one can use loo.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Starting to age a bit but good value for money. Handy to town and good car parking. I'd stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

Shaun

Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is very dated. The shower had small dots of visible mold. Parking was difficult if you want to park late afternoon or evening, there is a boat and trailer that seem permanently parked and a couple staying were using two car parks so limited spaces available.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keri

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great friendly staff. Clean rooms. Handy to eateries, shopping and stadium.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Therese

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly and helpful staff. Clean and comfortable. Sometimes not quite enough parking (boats, trailers, two motorcycles taking up whole parking spaces)
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bex

Travelled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Maria

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location. Good value
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Nicholas

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Craig

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024