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538 Great King Motel

4.5 star property
Eco-certified motel with coffee shop/cafe and restaurant

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Private kitchen
The 538 Great King Motel provides a quiet retreat near the University of Otago. Travelers appreciate the in-room WiFi, garden space, and welcoming terrace. The property maintains eco-certified practices, and many previous guests mention the particularly helpful staff.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
  • Restaurant
The current price is S$125
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct

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Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Studio, Accessible

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(1 review)

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Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Penthouse, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
  • 62 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Twin Beds and 1 Queen Bed

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Apartment, 2 Bedrooms

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Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 45 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Large One Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchen
Full-sized fridge/freezer
Dishwasher
TV
  • 45 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Twin Beds

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Large Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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1 Bedroom Apartment

10.0 out of 10
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(1 review)

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Full-sized fridge/freezer
TV
Blackout curtains
  • 40 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Studio

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Compact Studio

9.8 out of 10
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(9 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Large Disability Access Studio

Highlights

Individually furnished
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
TV
Premium bedding
Blackout curtains
Eco-friendly toiletries
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed
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About the area

Map
538 Great King Street, Dunedin, Otago, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Café Albany - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Precinct at Tūhura - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Staff Club - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Patti’s And Cream Diner - ‬8 min walk

About this property

538 Great King Motel

Eco-certified 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 participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

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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
  • 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
  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • 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
  • Smoke-free property

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

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
This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector

National rating

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

Property is also known as

538 Great King Motel Dunedin
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ASURE 538 Great King Motel
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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 27 Sept, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 538 Great King Motel on 30 Sept, 2025 start from S$124.96, including 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 eco-certified 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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