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Owens Motel

3.5 star property
Peaceful surroundings provide a restful base for exploring The Octagon and other nearby attractions with guidance from staff who know the area well

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Located in North Dunedin's heart, Owens Motel offers a tranquil retreat with its garden setting. Rooms include WiFi, and laundry facilities plus free self-parking add convenience. The University of Otago is nearby, and guests praise the exceptionally helpful, friendly service.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
The current price is NT$2,210
NT$2,541 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 19 - Jan 20

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Classic Apartment | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Classic Apartment

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Blackout drapes/curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 431 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 3229 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms | Iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Apartment, 3 Bedrooms

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
  • 753 sq ft
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Twin Beds

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Studio | Living area | TV

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cribs/infant beds
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
TV
Private bathroom
Hair dryer
Electric kettle
  • 323 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the neighborhood

Located in North Dunedin, a neighborhood in Dunedin, Owens Motel is in a shopping district. Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Natures Wonders Naturally and Orokonui Ecosanctuary. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Forsyth Barr Stadium or Edgar Centre.
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Map
745 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otago Museum - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Night 'n Day - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Owens Motel

Motel located in North Dunedin
Owens Motel provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this motel include:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and a reception hall
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Owens Motel offer perks such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and room service.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and hair dryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and electric kettles

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 198 reviews
The price is NT$2,675
NT$3,077 total
includes taxes & fees
Jan 26 - Jan 27
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • No housekeeping service
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Accessibility

  • No elevator

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Refrigerator
  • Room service

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours), lockbox

Pets

Pets allowed for an extra charge of NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 40.0 per day

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 12 for adults and NZD 12 for children
  • Pet fee: NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 40.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Owens Dunedin
Owens Motel Dunedin
Owens Motel Motel
Owens Motel Dunedin
Owens Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Owens Motel pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of NZD 30 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much does it cost to stay at Owens Motel?

As of 2026/1/18, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owens Motel on 2026/1/19 start from NT$2,210, 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?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Owens Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Owens Motel?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Owens Motel located?

Located in North Dunedin, this motel is within a 10-minute walk of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston are also within 15 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 22 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Owens Motel Reviews

8.6

Excellent

9.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 147 out of 344 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 148 out of 344 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 37 out of 344 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 344 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 344 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Melanie

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very well kept and clean. Also had laundry facilities, which we needed to use.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Duncan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly, nice staff, good room
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

DeborahandPaul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good location, can walk to centre of Dunedin and to cafes. Good bed, clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Will stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Julie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very noisy as we had front unit by the road other wise it was good as we have to have our small dogs with us
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is the second time I’ve stayed at this motel as they are pet friendly. Very comfortable and clean with some little extras not found in other motels.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was a good size, and the location is close to Central Dunedin making getting around the inner city very easy
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bryce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly owner, nice motel unit will definitely stay again.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and tidy. Very comfortable bed.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
While property a bit dated the owner was very friendly and helpful and all the important room features we value were provided - clean, comfy bed, good pressure shower, separate bedroom, clean functional kitchen area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Sonya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value. Very friendly staff.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alana

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Excellence service our unit was cleaned to a high standard
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Welcome from host was very friendly. Explained parking and where our room was. Cleanliness of rooms was superb. Will use you again. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Hosts were so kind and nice! Place was very clean and functional.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marylyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is a nice affordable motel within walking distance to central Dunedin. Very clean & the owners are absolutely lovely. This motel is not over fancy but has everything you need.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Nina

Liked: Cleanliness
The bed was wonderful - comfortable and beautifully made up. Everything else average.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Clean tidy and conveniently situated. Good sized and reasonably equipped kitchen dining area. We liked the entrance hall as this made bedrooms more private.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Hoa

Liked: Amenities
good location. pet friendly. Nice staff.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing location

Our room was veru spacious, comfortable and clean. Amazing locations, waking distance to many restaurants and a 24 hrs convenience shop right next to it.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

john

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable within easy assessability to CBD
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Steve

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great family unit with heaps of space. Very handy to services and city centre.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was pretty sick on my last day and even though I stayed over my check out time there was no problems. Really friendly staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jose

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, spacious and comfortable with free parking and a kitchen with milk, coffee, tea, & sugar. A bit dated but with everything we needed. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Great property. Very clean. Great price for what is a small apartment rather than a motel room. If you are on the lower floor, expect to hear every footstep from above.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Samuel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed in October 2023. The room itself is good, they were repainting the building exterior so that was a little inconvenient but good they are doing real works. Rooms are very spacious like a decent apartment, all look recently re done, clean etc. The problem is the area itself is not especially nice, we had an instance of a vagrant looking type knocking on our door and asking for someone, informed the staff and it seemed like that wasn't the first time. The motel itself is fine, let down by being in a city that feels unsafe.

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent stay, spacious room, close to town
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025