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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 Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry room
The current price is ฿2,369
฿2,724 total
includes taxes & fees
24 Mar - 25 Mar

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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 cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Blackout curtains
Separate bedroom
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single 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 cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
2 bedrooms
  • 300 sq m
  • 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 cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
3 bedrooms
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 70 sq m
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 8
  • 2 Queen Beds and 3 Single Beds

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Studio | Living area | TV

Studio

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Electric kettle
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed
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About the area

Located in North Dunedin, a neighbourhood 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. Visit our Dunedin travel guide
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745 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Our wee #Hogwarts here in #Dunedin. All we need are wands and school robes, then magic is for real.
    University of Otago
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Otago Museum
    Otago Museum
    7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden featuring flowers
    Dunedin Botanic Garden
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Olveston which includes interior views
    Olveston
    11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • The Octagon showing a statue or sculpture, a church or cathedral and an administrative buidling
    The Octagon
    18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station
    3 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    28 min drive

Restaurants

  • Staff Club
    8 min walk
  • Ombrellos
    11 min walk
  • The Good Earth Cafe
    4 min walk
  • Night 'n Day
    1 min walk
  • The Maharajas
    6 min walk

About this property

Owens Motel

Motel located in North Dunedin
Owens Motel provides amenities, such as 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 property and a reception hall
  • Tour/ticket information
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Owens Motel include comforts, such as air conditioning, in addition to amenities, such as free WiFi and room service.
Other amenities include:
  • Showers and hairdryers
  • TVs with satellite channels
  • Kitchenettes, fridges and electric kettles

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

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 lift

More

  • Reception hall
  • Smoke-free property

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 per cent 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 are 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.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: from approximately NZD 12 for adults and from 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 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
This property reserves the right to pre-authorise the guest's credit card prior to arrival.

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
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 10 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Owens Motel on 24 Mar 2026 start from ฿2,369, 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 Owens Motel?

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?

Checkout 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.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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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 346 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 149 out of 346 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 38 out of 346 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 8 out of 346 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 346 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

6/10 Okay

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Everything you need for cooking in the kitchen. Lovely tidy and clean room. Friendly staff Blinds did not block out all of the light in the bedroom but it wasn't really an issue as we are early risers. Wifi is completely useless...you cannot use it to do little more than basic internet stuff. Don't expect to be able to watch any video content on the motel wifi. Sky TV did not work in our room
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026

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

Bryce

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Hoa

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

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

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

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

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

john

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

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.