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97 Motel Moray
Twin Studio, 97 Motel Moray in Dunedin
97 Motel Moray
97 Motel Moray
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8.8

Excellent

645 reviews

645 reviews

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9.2

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Exceptional for walking
Parking
FREE
Walkable places
Records Records
50 m
Fortune Theatre
50 m
Octagon Books
90 m
St. Paul's Cathedral
100 m
Hoyts Cinema
100 m
Popular landmarks
Speight's Brewery
300 m
Olveston Historic Home
870 m
Knox Church
900 m
Otago Museum
1.2 km
Baldwin Street
3.8 km
Closest landmarks
Robert Burns Statue
140 m
Rialto Cinemas
150 m
Dunedin i-SITE
150 m
Metro Cinema
170 m
Toast
180 m

97 Motel Moray

97 Moray Place, City Center, Dunedin, New Zealand - See map

Conveniently situated in the City Center part of Dunedin, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Otago Peninsula. This 4-star property is packed with in-house facilities to improve the quality and joy of your stay.

Highlights

620 meters to public transportation

200 meters to The Octagon

Garden

Laundry service

Smoking area

Facilities

Car park

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Luggage storage

Laundry service

Room service

Wi-Fi in public areas

Family room

Smoking area

Value for money8.3
Distance to city center0.2 Km
Location rating9.2
Nearest airportDunedin International Airport (DUD)
Distance to airport23.9 km

Rooms available at 97 Motel Moray

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.4

Standard Double Studio
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 queen bed
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Executive Studio
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 king bed
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Standard Triple Studio
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • Shower
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Studio Queen and Single Bed
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 single bed and 1 queen be...
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Standard Studio Queen Bed
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 1 queen bed
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Twin Studio
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  • Room size: 28 m²/301 ft²
  • Non-smoking
  • 2 single beds
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Studio
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  • Room size: 27 m²/291 ft²
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Studio (Sleeps 3)(1 Queen Bed and 1 Twin Bed)
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
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One Bedroom Unit(sleeps 5)
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    SINGLE ROOM HOUSE
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      Frequently asked questions

      What is the typical travel time to the closest airport from 97 Motel Moray?

      The average travel time to get from 97 Motel Moray to the airport is 30 minutes, but please bear in mind that the travel time may fluctuate based on traffic, weather conditions, and time of day.

      What points of interest are nearby 97 Motel Moray that are in walking distance?

      While residing at 97 Motel Moray, begin your holiday by checking out the closest points of interest that are within walking distance to the property which include Hoyts Cinema, Public Art Gallery, and Temple Gallery.

      How many rooms does 97 Motel Moray have?

      97 Motel Moray has a total of 40 rooms.

      How long do visitors generally stay at 97 Motel Moray?

      Verified past guests that have stayed at 97 Motel Moray had an average nightly stay of 1 night at this property.

      At what time of the year is 97 Motel Moray most popular?

      97 Motel Moray's most popular month where verified guests travelers have stayed the most is in April.

      What do verified guests like most about 97 Motel Moray?

      Verified guests that stayed at 97 Motel Moray have given this property a rating of 9.233 for its excellent location as the primary highlight for their stay.

      What do local visitors think about 97 Motel Moray?

      Verified local visitors that have stayed at this property have given 97 Motel Moray an average rating of 9.1. You can look up on more comprehensive customer testimonials, and comments for this property down in the review section.

      What time is check-in and check-out at 97 Motel Moray?

      Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guest visitors checking in or out before or after the designated hours may be charged an additional fee.

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      What people love about 97 Motel Moray

      • 9.6

        Exceptional
        Location

        "Stayed on advice of a friend, well worth it, motel central to Octagon, City Centre with restaurants and bars within walking distant."

        Andrew

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        July 12, 2019

      • 9.6

        Exceptional
        Staff 

        "Excellent, very friendly staff."

        Donna

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        February 11, 2023

      • 9.2

        Exceptional
        Staff 

        "The woman at reception was very helpful and attentive."

        Peter

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        November 16, 2022

      Property ranking|Compared to 169 Dunedin properties
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      Location score
      9.2/10
      Room comfort score
      8.4/10
      Value for money score
      8.3/10
      Cleanliness score
      8.7/10
      Better than
      92
      %
      of Dunedin properties
      Better than
      91
      %
      of Dunedin properties
      Better than
      83
      %
      of Dunedin properties
      Better than
      83
      %
      of Dunedin properties
      Overall rating:

      8.8

      Excellent
      645 reviews
      Cleanliness
      8.7
      Facilities
      7.7
      Location
      9.2
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      More about 97 Motel Moray

      More about 97 Motel Moray

      97 Motel Moray

      Wake up to a magical day and enjoy all that Dunedin offers with a stay at 97 Motel Moray.
      The facilities and services provided by 97 Motel Moray ensure a pleasant stay for guests. Post your pictures and answer your emails whenever you want, with the motel's free Wi-Fi internet access. Parking is always available, provided by the motel for their driving guests. The helpful staff at the front desk can assist you with services including luggage storage.
      The motel's on-site dry cleaning service and laundry service help you keep your favorite travel outfits clean so you can pack less. In-room conveniences include room service, so you can relax and enjoy your stay. Smoking is restricted to the designated smoking areas.
      Experience high-quality room facilities during your stay at 97 Motel Moray. Some selected rooms have daily newspaper, television and cable TV to keep guests entertained. The motel also provides guests with a refrigerator and a coffee or tea maker in some rooms. Knowing that bathroom amenities play an important role in increasing guests' satisfaction, the motel provides a hair dryer in some select rooms.


      Around the property

      This is your chance to explore all that Dunedin has to offer. Learn about the city's art history with a day at Otago Museum located 1.1 km away, where you can see collections by famous artists. Pose in front of Larnach Castle & Gardens located 9.8 km away, and you can always show your friends the time you went to Dunedin.


      Reasons to stay here

      Rooms here are cheaper than 91% of accommodations in the city.
      This motel scores higher than 92% of accommodations in the city for its location.
      Room comfort is said to be outstanding here, scoring higher than 90% of accommodations in the city.

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      Amenities and facilities

      Very good
      Facilities

      7.7

      Most talked about facilities

      Housekeeping

      8 mentions

      Breakfast

      5 mentions

      Languages spoken
      • English
      Internet access
      • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
      • Internet
      • Internet services
      • Wi-Fi in public areas
      Things to do, ways to relax
      • Garden
      Cleanliness and safety
      • Anti-viral cleaning products
      • Breakfast in room
      • Cashless payment service
      • Hot water linen and laundry washing
      • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
      • Protective screens in common areas
      • Room sanitization opt-out available
      • Rooms sanitized between stays
      • Staff trained in safety protocol
      Dining, drinking, and snacking
      • Room service
      Services and conveniences
      • Daily housekeeping
      • Dry cleaning
      • Elevator
      • Facilities for disabled guests
      • Heating in public area
      • Invoice provided
      • Laundry service
      • Luggage storage
      • Smoking area
      • Xerox/fax in business center
      For the kids
      • Family room
      Land sports
      • Golf course (within 3 km)
      Access
      • Non-smoking rooms
      • Pets allowed
      • Smoke alarms
      Getting around
      • Car park [free of charge]
      Available in all rooms
      • Daily newspaper
      • Desk
      • Free bottled water
      • Hair dryer
      • Ironing facilities
      • Kitchenette
      • Microwave
      • Non-smoking
      • Refrigerator
      • Satellite/cable channels
      • Shower
      • Wi-Fi [charges apply]

      Location

      97 Moray Place, City Center, Dunedin, New Zealand
      Exceptional
      Location

      9.2

      Airports
      • Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
        23.9 km
      • Wanaka Airport (WKA)
        161.4 km
      Public transportation
      • Dunedin Railway Station
        600 m
      • Dunedin Railways
        600 m
      Hospital or clinic
      • Broadway Medical Centre
        440 m
      Shopping
      • Otago Farmers Market
        1.3 km
      Convenience store
      • Night 'n Day
        180 m
      Cash withdrawal
      • ATM
        220 m

      What's nearby

      Popular landmarks
      • Speight's Brewery
        300 m
      • Olveston Historic Home
        870 m
      • Knox Church
        900 m
      • Otago Museum
        1.2 km
      • Baldwin Street
        3.8 km
      • Tunnel Beach
        6.1 km
      • Larnach Castle & Gardens
        9.9 km
      • The Royal Albatross Centre
        20.7 km
      • Otago Peninsula
        20.7 km
      Nearby landmarks
      • Records Records
        50 m
      • Fortune Theatre
        50 m
      • Octagon Books
        90 m
      • St. Paul's Cathedral
        100 m
      • Hoyts Cinema
        100 m
      • Public Art Gallery
        110 m
      • Temple Gallery
        120 m
      • Sculpture: Nemus for Bri
        120 m
      • Pequeno
        120 m
      • 12 Below
        120 m
      Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

      Property policies

      Children and extra beds

      Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

      All children are welcome.

      Children 0-12 year(s)
      Stay for free if using existing bedding.
      If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
      Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
      Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
      Others
      • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

      Some helpful facts

      Check-in/Check-out
      • Check-in from14:00
      • Check-in until22:00
      • Check-out from07:30
      • Check-out until10:00
      • Reception open until22:00
      Getting around
      • Distance from city center0.2 Km
      • Travel time to airport (minutes)30
      The property
      • Number of rooms 40
      • Room voltage240

      Reviews of 97 Motel Moray from real guests

      Provided by verified guests of Agoda
      8.5
      /
      10
      Cleanliness8.7
      Facilities7.7
      Location9.2
      Room comfort and quality8.4
      Service8.7
      Value for money8.3
      High score for Dunedin
      Rating
      9+ Exceptional (19)
      8-9 Excellent (7)
      7-8 Very Good (11)
      6-7 Good (6)
      <6 Below Expectation (6)
      Time of the year
      Mar - May (15)
      Jun - Aug (3)
      Sep - Nov (12)
      Dec - Feb (19)

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Alison from Australia
      Couple
      Stayed 2 nights in September 2015

      Excellent 2 night stay”

      Location, comfort, convenience.

      We stayed 2 nights in late September. Weather was still cold but the room was a comfortably warm retreat at the end of the day.. And heavenly electric blankets!! Clean compact area with all you need to self cater breakfasts so we didn't use the buffet continental breakfast but it looked adequate and well priced. Room was large with additional lounge seating, bed super comfy and bathroom spotless with great hot water, pressure and good towels. Location excellent for exploring on foot, they have off street parking if needed and several airport shuttle companies are door to door. Plenty of eating/drinking options close by for lunches or dinner. Reception area has additional seating if you need to wait after check out, lovely garden outlook . Staff were friendly and helpful. Location was our prime objective and this place delivers. The building has had several lives (one as a YWCA in days past) and older parts are not in use. Dunedin is a historical city and we felt that staying in a glass and chrome boutique hotel was out of character .. We were very pleased with our choice. I am a little unsure of the "4 star" rating in New Zealand but I would place it as 3.5 stars in Australia only because of the general age of the building. 4 stars for location, comfort, cleanliness and staff !! With all the above, we felt that 97 Motel Moray provided us with an excellent stay and the room rate was reasonable. We would use this property again .

      Reviewed September 29, 2015

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      9.3
      Exceptional
      Colin from Australia
      Couple
      Stayed 3 nights in February 2012

      Wonderful location, friendly service”

      Location, friendly staff, good clean accommodation

      we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at 97 motel moray, primarily because of the location. because of the location, we didn't need to use our rental car at all, which was safely parked in the carpark. the carpark seemed a little small and poky for the number of guests, as you wouldn't wish to park outside the motel, as there are parking meters, with very diligent inspectors in dunedin, here and all over town. within minutes we were able to walk to the main shopping and restaurant area of the city called the octagon, to the very famous railway station (for a half day train outing on the also famous gorge trip), to cadburys for a tour and also speights brewery for a tour. magnificent churches, arts centre, the university area and the beautiful botanic gardens were also within easy walking distance. the map provided by the tourism commission was a little misleading about how far the world's steepest street was away from the city centre, but we managed to walk out there, but were fortunate to get a ride back to the city by other foreign tourists climbing the street. our room was alway kept very clean, the bathroom was a little small, being added onto a corner of the room, but modern and clean. staff at reception were always very friendly and helpful with guides to restaurants, walks and highlights of the city available. a very pleasant stay, with definitely stay there again.

      Reviewed March 06, 2012

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      9.0
      Exceptional
      PAUL from Australia
      Couple
      Stayed 2 nights in November 2011

      So handy”

      Size of room

      97 motel moray was a perfect choice for us as it is right in the centre of dunedin, within walking distance to the railway station, restaurants etc. would stay there again. staff exceptionally friendly and helpful. large room with a stunning bathroom.

      Reviewed November 19, 2011

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      9.3
      Exceptional
      DAVID from Australia
      Couple
      Stayed 3 nights in November 2014

      Motel Moray was quiet but in the City Centre”

      Location of Motel, quiet and non smoking room, comfortable room with kitchen facilities.

      We loved our stay at Motel Moray from our first greeting by a male and a female staff member, to a comfortable quiet room with kitchen facilities. And on one night after a day of touring, on a late return to the motel after 9pm the recommendation of the male staff member to walk down to the casino (short walk) for a meal. The food at the casino was excellent and not expensive - a great recommendation. Places to see Otago Peninsula wildlife tour, Larnach Castle, Taieri Gorge Railway, Baldwin St. Dunedin City Tour and shopping.

      Reviewed December 30, 2014

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      9.0
      Exceptional
      Mark from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in April 2012

      Very friendly service and comfortable bed”

      Walking distance to shops

      we were greeted by a very friendly receptionist who made us feel welcome. the room was clean and tidy and the bed was very comfortable. the motel is within walking distance to the main part of town and near many restaurants. there's a great freshly roasted coffee shop across the road a short stroll from the motel.

      Reviewed April 15, 2012

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Andrew from United Kingdom
      Couple
      Twin Studio
      Stayed 2 nights in July 2019

      Dunedin Stay”

      Stayed on advice of a friend, well worth it, motel central to Octagon, City Centre with restaurants and bars within walking distant. Free parking which in itself well worth it. Defo recommend

      Reviewed July 12, 2019

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      7.7
      Very good
      Mohd from Malaysia
      Family with teens
      Stayed 1 night in March 2012

      Tip-top service from a great motel”

      Honest employees

      The room was good, it was neat and tidy. Everything that you need during travel will be available. No real downside to this motel but i wish to highlight something here, during my stay there, i accidentally left my ipad in the room when i checked out. We went for sightseeing around the town and we returned back to the hotel to get to our car that is still parked there. My mom-in-law went inside to use the washroom and the motel employee approach us and said we left our ipad in the room and we didn't even notice it. So happy to know that honest people still exist, faith in humanity is restored =)

      Reviewed July 29, 2012

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      9.7
      Exceptional
      Man from Hong Kong SAR, China
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in November 2014

      nice location but a little bit noisy”

      location, price, 24hrs self-served laundry with dry machine only$2

      nice location, just few mins walk distance to city center. bad soundproof ,noisy from outside when weekend and footsteps sound from 2nd floor.

      Reviewed November 23, 2014

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Dennis from Australia
      Couple
      Standard Triple Studio
      Stayed 1 night in November 2019

      Good Location”

      Booked by chance - this will head all reviews from our NZ tour. This at first glance seems out of the way but nothing is further from the truth. quiet location but only a few minutes walk from many eating venues and shopping area. Easy access and plenty of car spaces available. Would stay again and very recommendable.

      Reviewed December 21, 2019

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      6.0
      Man from Hong Kong SAR, China
      Solo traveler
      Stayed 3 nights in May 2012

      Very close to city center, clean and basic”

      Close to octagon, clean, friendly staffs

      my feeling of this place is mixed. the location is excellent, such a short walk to the octagon and other attractions around town. the check in staffs are friendly and helpful. room is large and clean. however, this place isn't without its shares of problems. the walls are thin, noise from neighbor can be heard clearly, which affected my sleep. heating in room is mediocre. the internet, being reasonably priced, has an unstable connection in the room, i fond it connects better when the door is opened, which is not practical. the guest laundry is a sham, oth light bulb missing, clothe dryer not functioning, and all the clothe lines occupied by students, little did i realize they run a student dorm on third floor. so there u have it, this is a glamorized student accommodation done up as motel for travelers. but still, for the price,, and if one can look past the negative points, this can be a feasible choice.

      Reviewed May 21, 2012

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Alvin from Singapore
      Couple
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2015

      Convenient and comfortable accommodation ”

      Very accessible location, big and spacious, free parking in the premises.

      It was really an enjoyable stay, location is in the heart of city, right within walking distance to the Octagon. The WIFI is very affordable at 2GB for NZD 3. Lots of food around the vicinity. Highly recommended. Room was really big and spacious, although slightly dated. The bathroom is one third the size of the room.

      Reviewed December 10, 2015

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Jennifer from New Zealand
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in March 2014

      Highly recommended ”

      Location, spacious comfortable room, friendly & helpful staff

      Arrived around 11 & asked to leave car (free city parking) but was given immediate access to a spacious room with kitchenette & a harbour view. Short walk to the Octagon, restaurants & shops. Lack of free wifi the only downside but it's free within the Octagon. Would happily stay again.

      Reviewed March 24, 2014

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      6.8
      Good
      Marshall from New Zealand
      Solo traveler
      Standard Triple Studio
      Stayed 1 night in January 2017

      Good”

      Out of date. I guess it's typical of Dunedin. Felt like an old hospital converted to a hotel in the early 80's. Parking was scarce. Would try somewhere else next time.

      Reviewed May 13, 2017

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      7.3
      Very good
      Larry from Netherlands
      Couple
      Stayed 1 night in December 2011

      great location but room was a bit run down”

      location, friendliness of staff

      We stayed only one night. The city center was all within walking distance. For one to two nights - good value for money but don't expect a high standard. The property is old.

      Reviewed January 16, 2012

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      Gillian from Australia
      Couple
      Studio Queen and Single Bed
      Stayed 1 night in April 2019

      Highly Recommended”

      Excellent in all respects I would definitely recommend it. A continental buffet breakfast was available at a great price. Plenty of restaurants in the area too.

      Reviewed April 17, 2019

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      9.6
      Exceptional
      Ian from New Zealand
      Couple
      Standard Studio Queen Bed
      Stayed 2 nights in December 2017

      Great Central Location”

      Friendly staff, easy onsite parking, breakfast optional and priced right. We have stayed here several times, we'll be back again.

      Reviewed December 09, 2017

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      9.2
      Exceptional
      Marie from New Zealand
      Family with teens
      Studio Queen and Single Bed
      Stayed 2 nights in June 2018

      Q Birthday Treat”

      This was perfect for our needs, very convenient to town movie theatre, restaurants, meridian and many many great shops. Staff were friendly. We didn't require a lot of room as we were all adults and out most of the day. Maybe a bigger tv with more options for viewing would be good. Cheers M

      Reviewed June 06, 2018

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      10.0
      Exceptional
      VANESSA from New Zealand
      Group
      Standard Triple Studio
      Stayed 2 nights in June 2017

      Exceptional”

      The breakfast deal is outstanding and the staff super friendly and helpful!

      Reviewed June 25, 2017

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      8.7
      Excellent
      Anna from New Zealand
      Couple
      Stayed 2 nights in October 2014

      Dunedin Stay”

      Great Location, Very comfortable, All necessities provided

      It was easy and relaxing. Very clean and good facilities. Service was immaculate. Well priced for the type of accommodation.

      Reviewed October 31, 2014

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      8.0
      Excellent
      Morgan from New Zealand
      Group
      Studio Queen and Single Bed
      Stayed 1 night in May 2019

      Very handy central location”

      Stayed one night suited the purpose, older style building, very handy location to city

      Reviewed May 30, 2019

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