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538 Great King Motel

4.0 star property
Find serenity in this charming eco-friendly haven. Let your worries fade away as you sip coffee and indulge in local flavors.

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, heated floors
Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, heated floors
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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

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

Main amenities (11)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop/cafe
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Feel at home (6)

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Daily housekeeping
The current price is $113
includes taxes & fees
$98 per night
Mar 2 - Mar 3

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Superior Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Accessible | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio, Accessible

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 32-inch TV with satellite channels, heated floors

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 665 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Large One Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large One Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Large Studio | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

1 Bedroom Apartment

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized refrigerator/freezer
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Compact Studio | Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Compact Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Premium bedding, individually furnished, laptop workspace

Large Disability Access Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout drapes/curtains
Private bathroom
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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About the neighborhood

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

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

538 Great King Motel offers a fantastic location, putting you just steps from University of Otago. Guests will have free perks like WiFi, self parking, and wired internet. Other highlights at this eco-certified motel include a terrace and a garden. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

DONE

Hotel size

    • 21 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
DONE

Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
    • Contactless check-in available
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
DONE

Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent 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
DONE

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
DONE

Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi and wired internet access in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

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

Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Restaurant
  • Coffee shop

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 2 buildings/towers
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Bicycle parking
  • Double-glazed windows
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • No plastic soda bottles
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Outdoor furniture

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Well-lit path to entrance

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 32-inch TV
  • Satellite TV channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Electric kettle
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding

What to enjoy

  • Individually furnished
  • Heated floors

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Laptop-friendly workspace
  • Free WiFi and wired internet
  • Electrical adapters/chargers

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Cookware, dishes, and utensils

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • LED light bulbs
  • Recycling
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • Guidebooks/recommendations
  • Local maps
  • Restaurant dining guide

Special features

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Late check-in between 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 30
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve high chairs

Policies

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.

Also known as

538 Great King Motel Dunedin
538 Great King
538 Great King Dunedin
ASURE 538 Great King Motel
538 Great King Motel Motel
538 Great King Motel Dunedin
538 Great King Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Are pets allowed at 538 Great King Motel?

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

Is parking offered on site at 538 Great King Motel?

Yes, there's free self parking.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 538 Great King Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. There's a charge for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge (subject to availability). Contactless check-in and check-out are available.

Is there an onsite casino at 538 Great King Motel?

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

What is there to do at 538 Great King Motel and nearby?

538 Great King Motel has a garden.

Are there restaurants at or near 538 Great King Motel?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.

What's the area around 538 Great King Motel like?

538 Great King Motel is in North Dunedin, a short 2-minute walk from University of Otago and 4 minutes' walk from Otago Museum.

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538 Great King Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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 Exceptional

Fantastic place
1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very clean and tidy. Hosts very friendly. Would stay again.
Michael, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice quiet spot. Lovely gardens. Clean & comfortable. Always our ‘go to’ in Dunedin
Murray, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely owners, restaurant food is yummy. Walking distance to gardens and all other amenities
Leanne, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great stay
Lovely stay with excellent hosts.
Ian, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hosts. Clean and tidy. Cannot fault anything. It's just perfect.
Rohan, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Friendly team, clean and quiet
Nicola, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I highly recommending this property
Excellent Staff…..The best motel in Dunedin
Mohamed Rashid, 8-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Only a one night stay but everything was excellent
Lynne, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Great convenient location and very quiet considering it’s off the main highway
Sheree, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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
Megan, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and everything we needed
Maree, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Highly recommended Great location for University visits
Christine, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Could not fault this place at all. Was very good value for the amount charge
Wayne, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

friendly staff. The room was warm and clean, All you need in a room for a short stay
michelle, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Will definitely stay again. Loved the garden view.
Elizabeth, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Sarah, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Last minute booking, room was clean, bed and pillows excellent; Peter at check in was very helpful
Mark, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

I liked the friendly and helpful service
John, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and clean, all like new . Good location
Brendon, 1-night trip

6/10 Good

Was nice, clean, warm, good price
Steven, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Nice and quiet
Mike, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The cleanest place I have ever stayed we stayed 4 nights and didn’t want to leave
Shane, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent accommodation and staff. Owners Pete & Morag could not have been more welcoming, friendly and helpful. I highly recommend the Great King Motel.
Charles, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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.
Erica, 2-night trip