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Motel on York

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat in the heart of Dunedin City Centre, where urban convenience meets quiet comfort just steps from major attractions

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Motel on York offers a quiet sanctuary in Dunedin City Centre. Travelers appreciate amenities like in-room WiFi, laundry facilities, and free self-parking. Guests love the convenient location near The Octagon and University of Otago.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen
The current price is ￥14,208
￥16,524 total
includes taxes & fees
May 24 - May 25
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About this property

Motel on York

  • Upscale motel located in Dunedin City Centre
  • Motel on York provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
  • You'll also find perks like:
    • Free self parking
    • Continental breakfast (surcharge), smoke-free premises, and luggage storage
    • A front-desk safe
  • Room features
  • All guestrooms at Motel on York boast thoughtful touches such as premium bedding, as well as amenities like free WiFi and safes.
  • More conveniences in all rooms include:
    • Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
    • Bathrooms with heated floors and free toiletries
    • 3240-inch TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and digital channels
    • Kitchenettes, refrigerators, and microwaves

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.

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 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 front desk is open Monday - Thursday (7:30 AM - 8:30 PM) and Friday - Sunday (8:30 AM - 7:30 PM)
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
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 8 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

Staffed front desk

Pets

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

Children and extra beds

This property welcomes adults only
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 25 per day
Cribs (infant beds) are not available

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 14.50 per person
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 25 per day

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

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

Frequently asked questions

Is Motel on York pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Motel on York?

As of May 23, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Motel on York on May 24, 2026 start from ￥14,208, 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 Motel on York?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Motel on York?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Motel on York located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this motel is within a 5-minute walk of The Octagon, Dunedin Town Hall, and St. Paul's Cathedral. Dunedin Public Art Gallery and Natures Wonders Naturally are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 10 minutes by foot.

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

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select 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

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.4

Staff & service

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 173 out of 244 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 61 out of 244 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 244 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 244 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 244 reviews

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Lianne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location, large room with separate bedroom, clean and lots of parking onsite.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Alison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
lovely clean suite and handy to shopping and meals
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location clean & comfortable
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Spacious suite, comfortable bed. A gem in central Dunedin. Easy walk to the Octagon and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Beth

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous spot to stay. Walkable to town and the shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely big apartment with super kitchenette, that had everything required for a 2 night stay. Onsite parking was great , as were the small balconies to get a good air flow. Very handy sort walk to the centre of Dunedin and everything it has to offer. Easy car access to the Otago peninsular as well. We can thoroughly recommend this motel and Dunedin and surrounds as well.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful hotel with friendly, helpful staff. Great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Room was nice and quite and a great location I had a pleasant stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was very handy for us. Easy walking distance to all restaurants that we visited. Parking great lovely warm unit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Nice, simple, clean motel at a good price. Handy to octagon and good to have parking.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Thank you for a lovely stay! Would definitely stay here again! Not far from all the sights and plenty of dining options. Lovely staff.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda

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

Lovely apartment in a great location.

Lovely apartment in a great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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8/10 Good

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very pleasant. conveniently located
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

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

Cosy and central

I would highly recommend the Motel on York. The rooms were very nice and comfortable, and it was just a short walk to shops and restaurants. The service was excellent and the rooms were very clean
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Walkable to octagon, everything was clean and tidy upon arrival. Lovely lady checking us in a little noisy in the mornings but overall a great stay.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
spotless well maintained central staff very obliging esp Shane
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Garry

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, tidy and very easy access to shops etc.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The lady on reception was very friendly and helpful. Had no problems when we had to change to an accessible room. Would definitely recommend this motel.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Spacious and warm. Very good location. Will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Location was convenient. Room was spacious and comfortable with all amenities provided. Standard breakfast with a good choice of evening meals. Lack of on-site parking was not ideal - had to park at Wilson’s around the corner Check-in staff very friendly.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Virginia

Our spacious room with king bed and kitchen area was a delight for our two night stay. A 10 minute walk to the downtown octagon meant restaurants, galleries and shops were very nearby. We walked to all galleries, museums and sights. One note: if you want to see the blue penguin colony, book a visit in advance of your arrival!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jorgen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The manager/owner? was a great help in finding our passports we left in the room, and then getting them to the airport for us to pick up. And he did all this kindness. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms where bigger than expected and the staff where very informative and helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Simon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Managers and staff were very helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kaz

Clean and tidy. Great value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024