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538 Great King Motel

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Luxury
4.5 star property
9.4

Exceptional

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.

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Laundry room
  • Housekeeping
The current price is ₹7,652
₹8,847 total
includes taxes & fees
23 Aug - 24 Aug

Room options

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Showing 10 of 10 rooms

View all photos for Studio, Accessible

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a microwave, and a small kitchenette.

Studio, Accessible

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Compact Studio

A compact hotel room with a kitchenette, a bed with red bedding, a desk with a lamp, and a wall clock.

Compact Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 215 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Large Studio

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

Large Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for 1 Bedroom Apartment

A compact living space with a sofa, a dining table, and a kitchenette.

1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Large One Bedroom Apartment

A modern hotel room with two beds, a sofa, a dining table, and a trash bin.

Large One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, red cushions, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a small wooden stool with a phone.

Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 484 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Large Disability Access Studio

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, a TV, and a bed.

Large Disability Access Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Studio

A hotel room with a bed, a nightstand, a chair, a desk, and a lamp.

Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(4 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 301 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Superior Studio

A modern hotel room with a bed, a small kitchenette, and a bedside table with a lamp.

Superior Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa in the background.

Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)
  • 665 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi
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About the area

Located in Dunedin, 538 Great King Motel is in the city centre. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunedin Botanic Garden and St. Clair Beach, while Otago Museum and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a match while in town? See what's going on at Forsyth Barr Stadium. Visit our Dunedin travel guide
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538 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • A large tree in front of a historic building with a clock tower.
    University of Otago
    2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Otago Museum building with a sign for the Bugs exhibition.
    Otago Museum
    3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • A pink bottlebrush flower amidst green foliage.
    Dunedin Botanic Garden
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A statue of a man in a suit, a large church with twin spires, and a clock tower.
    The Octagon
    18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium
    19 min walk - 1.7 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Strictly Coffee Company HQ
    11 min walk
  • St David Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Hell Pizza
    5 min walk
  • Cookie Bar
    13 min walk
  • Takeichi
    13 min walk

About this property

538 Great King Motel

  • 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
    • Tour/ticket information, smoke-free property and outdoor furniture
    • A lift, bike parking and a front desk safe
    • 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 is certified by this third-party sustainability certification scheme: Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award. For more information on what this certification requires and verifies, please visit their website.

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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
  • Limited on-site self parking
  • 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

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • No plastic coffee stirrers
  • No plastic drinking straws
  • No plastic soft drink bottles
  • No plastic water bottles
  • Reusable cups
  • Reusable tableware
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Some LED lighting used

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 at the property

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector

Property class

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

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 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 538 Great King Motel on 23 Aug 2026 start from ₹7,652, excluding 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 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.

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