Distinction Dunedin Hotel has been elegantly refurbished to reflect the rich heritage of this 1930’s former post office. Conveniently located in Dunedin City Center, this 4.5 star hotel features a restaurant, bar, and a fitness center. Guests enjoy free unlimited WiFi. All rooms offer a flat-screen TV and laundry facilities. They feature a mini-bar, toaster, and tea and coffee making facilities. The private bathroom includes a shower, hairdryer, and free toiletries. Distinction Hotel Dunedin is 7 minutes’ walk from Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and 5 minutes’ drive from Forsyth Barr Stadium. Dunedin International Airport is 30 minutes’ drive away. The property features a 24-hour reception and a tour desk. Free luggage storage, and conference facilities are available. Guests can enjoy a pre-dinner drink at Post Bar followed by a meal at Parcels Restaurant, also open for breakfast and lunch. A private dining option in 1 of the original vaults of Dunedin's former Chief Post Offer, tucked away in the hotel lobby is available.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the best-rated area in Dunedin, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.3

Want a great night's sleep? This hotel was highly-rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American, Buffet

Parking available at the hotel

Loyal Customers

There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
1 king bed
2 twin beds
and
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
Bedroom 4:
1 king bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 king bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
2 twin beds
Bedroom 1:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 2:
1 king bed
Bedroom 3:
1 king bed
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.4
Facilities
9.3
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
8.7
Location
9.3
Free Wifi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Emilia
    Australia Australia
    Convenient location, layout of the room and the cleanliness and quality of the fit out
  • Mark
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The room was well appointed and quiet. The bed was really comfortable. Also the staff were friendly and helpful. Well done team.
  • Adam
    United States of America United States of America
    Upgraded to junior suite - very thankful! Big bathroom, narrow but more than adequate living/kitchen/dining room, very large bedroom. Super clean. Large shower which did *not* tend to splash into the rest of the bathroom. Nice large porcelain...
  • Jacqueline
    New Zealand New Zealand
    The facilities fitted in with just what I required. A mixture of hotel/motel facilities providing me with what I wanted, what was available to me and my own in/out privacy. A great combination and I will definitely come again.
  • Gerard
    Ireland Ireland
    We were in suits 824 and it was excellent. Lovely bed.
  • Kerrie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Staff came immediately to view the main T.V. that wasn't switching on. It wasn't able to be sorted properly but a temporary process was shown to us. However not a big problem as we left the set going while we went to dinner, and didn't really need...
  • Kenji
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Even though there were only two nights available for a room with a bath, reservation/front staff has managed let us in same room with a bath for 3nights!
  • Angela
    United States of America United States of America
    The Executive Suite was very well appointed, spacious and comfortable for our short stay. We appreciated the luxurious bathroom with the double sinks and large shower. We also liked having the washer and dryer in the room. The staff was...
  • C
    Craig
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Breakfast was only average. Buffet was not as good as other hotels I have used
  • Stephanie
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Amazing customer service and beautiful accomodation!

Property questions and answers
Browse questions from guests for anything extra you want to know about the property
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  • hi, can you tell me about your breakfast option please? do you do a buffet? thank you.

    Hello, Breakfast Options: Buffet (cooked and continental) available 6-10 am Weekdays and 7-10am Weekends. A la carte menu available 6-11am Weekdays an..
    Answered on 15 August 2021
  • Hi there will the buffet breakfast be on this Anzac weekend? Thanks

    Hello, Yes, our restaurant opens for the buffet breakfast as normal on this Anzac weekend. Thanks, Parcel Restaurant
    Answered on 21 April 2022
  • Do you intend having a Christmas lunch this year, available to casuals?

    Thank you for your inquiry, no we will not be hosting a Christmas Lunch this year.
    Answered on 25 August 2020
  • Are there couches in this unit?

    Hi there, Unfortunately there is no couch in this particular suite, however, we do have couches in our one-bedroom, executive and two-bedroom suites. ..
    Answered on 1 August 2019
  • Three adults wanting to stay in the twin studio room. Sisters and one adult daughter. We can share a double bed. How much extra would this cost please

    Hello, The Studio Twin Room has two Double beds and occupies a maximum of 4 people. Distinction Dunedin Hotel
    Answered on 20 March 2022
  • I can see you have a bath tub in some bathrooms. Can you tell me which rooms those are?

    Hello, Thank you for your enquiry. These are only in our 'Executive Suites' Many thanks, Distinction Dunedin Hotel Team :)
    Answered on 22 September 2024
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Hotel area info

Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site

  • Parcels Restaurant
    • Cuisine
      American • European
    • Open for
      Breakfast • Brunch • Lunch • Dinner • High tea
    • Ambience
      Modern
    • Dietary options
      Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities
  • Parking on site
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Dryer
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Kitchenette
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Kid-friendly buffet
  • Kids' meals
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Restaurant
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed) and costs NZD 27 per day.
  • Valet parking
  • Parking garage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • 24-hour front desk
Cleaning Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Ironing service
    Additional charge
  • Dry cleaning
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
Business Facilities
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Meeting/Banquet facilities
    Additional charge
Safety & security
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key card access
  • Safe
General
  • Air conditioning
  • Smoke-free property
  • Wake-up service
  • Heating
  • Soundproof
  • Packed lunches
  • Carpeted
  • Elevator
  • Family rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
  • Room service
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by elevator
Spa
  • Fitness
  • Fitness center
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
Distinction Dunedin Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

The number of cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional fees may apply.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroEftposCash

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that all credit card transactions incur the following processing fees: 2%

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Distinction Dunedin Hotel

  • Room options at Distinction Dunedin Hotel include:

    • Studio
    • Suite
    • Family
    • Twin
    • Double

  • Distinction Dunedin Hotel offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Fitness center
    • Fitness

  • Distinction Dunedin Hotel is 1,950 feet from the center of Dunedin. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Check-in at Distinction Dunedin Hotel is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Guests staying at Distinction Dunedin Hotel can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 8.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • Buffet
    • À la carte

  • Distinction Dunedin Hotel has 1 restaurant:

    • Parcels Restaurant

  • The prices at Distinction Dunedin Hotel may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Yes, Distinction Dunedin Hotel is popular with guests booking family stays.