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Dunedin Palms Motel

4.5 star property
Motel in Dunedin with free parking

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Dunedin Palms Motel sits in the city center offering a quiet retreat with its peaceful terrace. Travelers appreciate the in-room WiFi and outdoor furniture while unwinding with spa services. The staff provides helpful tour assistance that previous guests consistently praise.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Breakfast available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is ￥17,671
￥20,830 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 22 - Nov 23

Room options

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One Bedroom (3 Adults) | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom (3 Adults)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Two Bedroom Apartment | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Two Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 35 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • City view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Executive Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Executive Studio

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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One Bedroom Double Spa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

One Bedroom Double Spa

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
  • 37 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard

Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard | Private spa tub

Executive One Bedroom with Spa Pool and Courtyard

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Private hot tub
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
  • 37 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Studio Spa | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Studio Spa

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Twin Room | 1 bedroom, premium bedding, laptop workspace, soundproofing

Twin Room

Highlights

Furnished balcony or patio
Soundproofed
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the neighborhood

Map
9016, Dunedin, 185 high st, Dunedin

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • The Octagon - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • University of Otago - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 11 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sool Dunedin - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Standard Kitchen - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Bar - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Dunedin Palms Motel

Motel located in Dunedin City Centre
Dunedin Palms Motel provides amenities like a terrace and laundry facilities. Treat yourself to a massage or other spa services. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks like:
  • Free self parking
  • Continental breakfast (surcharge), tour/ticket assistance, and outdoor furniture
  • Free newspapers and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews say great things about the helpful staff
Room features
All guestrooms at Dunedin Palms Motel boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding and heated floors, in addition to amenities like free WiFi and laptop-friendly workspaces. Guest reviews highly rate the clean rooms at the property.
More amenities include:
  • Heating and fans
  • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
  • Bathrooms with heated floors and free toiletries
  • Furnished balconies or patios, heated floors, and kitchenettes

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￥12,577 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 16 - Nov 17
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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
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 10 to 10 for adults and NZD 10 to 10 for children

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Spa

  • Massage

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • No elevator
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • 3 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1930
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Heated bathroom floor
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee
  • Toaster

More

  • Fan
  • Free weekday newspapers
  • Heated floor
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Phone
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 2.5 percent for credit card payments
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination
For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation
Guests requesting to split the king bed will be charged an additional fee of NZD 10 per stay.

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25.0 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are available for NZD 10.0 per stay

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 10 to 10 for adults, and NZD 10 to 10 for children
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 10.0 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25.0 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 major credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property reserves the right to pre-authorize the guest's credit card prior to arrival.
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
This motel will place an authorization equal to one night's accommodation and two weeks prior to your stay for any bookings where payment for the stay will be made on site instead of at the time of booking.

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

Dunedin Palms
Dunedin Palms Motel
Palms Dunedin
Palms Motel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Hotel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Motel Motel
Dunedin Palms Motel Dunedin
Dunedin Palms Motel Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunedin Palms Motel pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Dunedin Palms Motel?

As of Nov 15, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Dunedin Palms Motel on Nov 22, 2025 start from ￥17,671, 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 Dunedin Palms Motel?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 7:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dunedin Palms Motel?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Dunedin Palms Motel located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of Grand Casino and Speight's Brewery. Dunedin Chinese Garden and The Octagon are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 11 minutes by foot.

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Dunedin Palms Motel Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 612 out of 906 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 239 out of 906 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 40 out of 906 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 9 out of 906 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 6 out of 906 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.8/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sudapa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good service! Nice to stay😍
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very clean and quite room. Large room. Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlos

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

Nice place to end a long trip

Great stay. Good location and kind and helpful staff
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great stay at the Palms would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff helpful and friendly, would stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

MARIAN

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

Great location

Great location, easy walk to the main sights and restaurants. Friendly staff and room had everything you would need.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shilo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Comfortable beds, clean, tidy, easy check in and out, thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Staff were super friendly. The rooms were warm and the beds comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great 3 night stay. 2 adults and 1 teen had the 2 bedroom unit. Good clean facilities and very close to town for food and bar options. Would stay again. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great motel close to city centre with onsite parking. Very clean and well equipped. Would stay again if we were back in the area
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I would highly recommend The Palms Dunedin. The rooms were spotlessly clean beds very comfortable. Staff very friendly and receptionist was very helpful and friendly. I will definitely stay there next time I am in Dunedin great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

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

Unexpectedly Good

Great location clean lots of room seperate lounge. We will be staying here again next time in Dunedin
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradford

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great room. We reserved a room with a living room and a bedroom. The bed was so so comfortable. The shower had excellent water pressure. Everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cloe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable. Staff were friendly and accomodating
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Sheridan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Having two bedrooms and a spacious lounge/kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Gd location, close to restaurants n shops. Comfortable rm. Clean n hv facilities for heating up stuff for brekkie
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

2/10 Terrible

Ruby

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anthony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice property but too far away from cafes and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Elise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners/staff were very friendly and accomodating. We were upgraded with no hesitation because of an issue with our room (not a fault of the owners) Walking distance to the city and free parking on site. Approx half an hour drive from the airport. Would stay here again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret

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

Lovely visit

We were in Dunedin with our two Grandchildren as the eldest had a swimming meet. We did have time for some sight seeing
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Perfect location. Studio was fabulous and spacious. 1 double bed then settee bed and single bed in lounge area.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very clean, comfortable. Furnishings and room in very good condition. Windows were of very good quality and when closed, you could not hear the busy street noise right outside the window.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Clean and comfortable

Comfortable and quiet stay. Walkable to the Octagon where most everything is. No issues. Friendly, helpful staff
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly reception staff and nice spacious clean room that we added a fourth guest to due a flight cancellation. They also kindly put a hold the room for us with the distinct possible of another weather related flight delay, that luckily didn't eventuate.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2022