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Aurora On George

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Aurora On George, nestled in North Dunedin, offers a tranquil retreat with a relaxing garden and rejuvenating spa. Treat yourself to a massage or take advantage of the nearby University of Otago and The Octagon for some cultural exploration.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by guests
Top-rated by travelers

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Gym
  • Laundry facilities
  • Non-smoking

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Full-service spa
  • Fitness center
  • Babysitting
  • Garden
  • Front-desk safe
  • Convenience store
  • Laundry service
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Free newspapers in the lobby
  • Luggage storage
  • Limited hour front desk

Feel at home (6)

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The current price is $100
$115 total
includes taxes & fees
May 27 - May 28

Room options

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Luxury Studio | Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Luxury Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(14 reviews)
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room | Flat-screen TV, DVD player

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(27 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

  • Garden view
  • 28 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the neighborhood

Map
678 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Otago Museum - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive
  • Dunedin Railway Station - 22 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Staff Club - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The Good Earth Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Burger Plant - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Maharajas - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Subway - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Aurora On George

  • Aurora On George is a great choice for a stay in Dunedin. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa. A fitness center and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 26 rooms
    • Arranged over 2 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM
    • Early check-in subject to availability
    • Late check-in subject to availability
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10:00 AM
    • Contactless check-out available
    • Late check-out subject to availability
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Special check-in instructions

    • The property charges 2 percent for credit card payments
    • The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM
    • Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
    • To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
    • If you are planning to arrive after 9 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
    • COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and up
    • Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • No cribs (infant beds)
    • Babysitting*
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
    • Service animals welcome
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas (8-device limit)
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Parking

    • Free onsite self parking
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Electric vehicle charging point on site
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Traveling with children

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Grocery/convenience store

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Services

  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Luggage storage

Facilities

  • 1 building/tower
  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Garden
  • Fitness center
  • Full-service spa

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Assistive listening devices available
  • Low-height counter/sink
  • Grab bar near toilet

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen television
  • Premium satellite channels

Home comfort

  • Heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Slippers
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Blackout drapes/curtains
  • Premium bedding
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Travel crib

Freshen up

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • WiFi
  • Free local calls

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

More

  • Daily housekeeping

Special features

Spa

Guests can indulge in a pampering treatment at the motel's full-service spa. Services include massages. The spa is open daily.

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.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Early check-in can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out can be arranged for an extra charge of NZD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 2 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 30 per night
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds

Policies

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.

Guests can rest easy knowing there's a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system on site.

This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.

Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard

Property Registration Number 14798522

National rating

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

Also known as

Aurora George Motel Dunedin

Aurora George Motel

Aurora George Dunedin

Aurora On George Motel

Aurora On George Dunedin

Aurora On George Motel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Does Aurora On George offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Aurora On George does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Aurora On George?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed, but service animals are welcome.

Is parking offered on site at Aurora On George?

Yes, there's free self parking. Electric vehicle charging is available.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Aurora On George?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9 PM. There's a charge of NZD 30 for early check-in (subject to availability). Check-out time is 10:00 AM. Late check-out is available for a charge of NZD 30.00 (subject to availability). Contactless check-out is available.

Is there an onsite casino at Aurora On George?

No, this motel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What is there to do at Aurora On George and nearby?

Aurora On George has a spa and a fitness center, as well as a garden.

What's the area around Aurora On George like?

Aurora On George is in North Dunedin, a short 3-minute walk from University of Otago and 9 minutes' walk from Dunedin Botanic Garden.

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Reviews

Aurora On George Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.2

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.6

Property conditions & facilities

Popular mentions

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful cosy room and welcoming staff
Luisa, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable and quiet motel. Well appointed room.
Tracey, 1-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Great place to stay, staff super helpful.
Shane, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

A really great find. Care and attention to details in the room that would shame many pricier hotels. The central Japanese style garden is a joy.
simon, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice lodging.
Mike, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice stay for 1 night, clean, comfortable, will definitely stay again when I’m passing through
Brett, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Room spacious, modern and very clean. Kitchen well equipped. Big, comfortable bed. Lovely jacuzzi, relaxing after busy day. Staff very helpful and friendly. All together very enjoyable stay.
Ewa, 3-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic location comfortable and clean
Marianne, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
Stephen, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
Alan, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Wonderful-best motel we’ve stayed at in Dunedin. Interior courtyard is a pleasant surprise
James, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay - we did appreciate the modern facilities and cleanliness
Barb, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

Staying for the third time, always good. Love the rooms upstairs with more natural light and looking down on the excellent garden.
Brendan, 2-night trip
Verified

8/10 Very good

This was a great place to stay, very clean, quiet, two great breakfast places very close by and 15/20 minute walk into the centre of town. It's also walking distance to the Botanical gardens. I was a solo traveller and felt very safe. I was also outside of the university term which may have helped it to be very quiet. For those visiting the university it's virtually on your doorstep.
Dawn, 5-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Good location, comfortable bed and very quiet
Janet Ho, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Staff were really friendly and welcoming. Size of the room was perfect for the three of us. Loved the homemade cookies
Helen, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Lovely luxury Motel. Has washing facilities which were good. Room very nice. There us an interior garden which the rooms faced which was lovely. Can't fault it as a place to stay.
Mrs Valerie, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Well appointed room and friendly staff in a quiet location
BRIAN, 1-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
Michael, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Warm welcome on arrival. Comfortable room with everything required for a 2 night visit. Walking distance to town and local shops. Convenient parking. Great water pressure in the shower. Would definitely stay again.
Andrew, 2-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
Gavin, 1-night trip
Verified

10/10 Exceptional

Total winner

All good things to say about the Aurora on George. Second long stay there and both times it was perfect. Clean, spacious, great kitchen in room, conveniently located, friendly, great beds, quiet and plenty of parking.
Brad, 5-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Location, parking, outside sitting area and garden.
Suzee, 2-night trip
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8/10 Very good

The outstanding feature of the Aurora was the leafy central courtyard. At most motels, you look out onto a carpark but the courtyard was such a peaceful place for a morning coffee. The Aurora itself was comfortable, clean and staff were pleasant and keen to help when asked. The adjacent Thai restaurant near the front door and the Oaken Cafe at the rear were handy for dinner and breakfast.
Ian, 2-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Fabulous!

Fantastic room, super welcoming host, beautiful internal garden, love worm farm idea and the shower water timers! Very comfortable accommodation. PS love the homemade biscuits!
E, 1-night trip