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Aurora On George

4.5 star property
Motel with spa, near University of Otago

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes
Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room
Garden
Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, coffee/tea maker, electric kettle
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
    Electric vehicle charging point
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Free parking
    Free parking
  • Gym
    Gym
  • Non-smoking
    Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi
Main amenities
  • 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
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Microwave
  • Premium TV channels
  • Garden
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Laundry facilities
The price is $127
includes taxes & fees
$109 per night
Nov 23 - Nov 24

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

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 517 sq ft
  • 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

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
  • 560 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
  • 431 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 301 sq ft
  • 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
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • The Octagon - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Eureka Bar & Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪St David Cafe - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Squid - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Ombrellos Cafe & Bar - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Aurora On George

Aurora On George offers a fantastic location, putting you just a 5-minute walk from University of Otago. Guests can be pampered with massages at the spa. A fitness center and a garden are offered, and in-room conveniences at this eco-certified motel include refrigerators and microwaves. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 26 rooms
  • Arranged over 2 floors

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

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions.
  • At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination

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

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

Children

  • No cribs (infant beds)
  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets not allowed
  • Service animals welcome

Internet

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

Parking

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

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 security system on site.
This property accepts credit cards. Cash is not accepted.
Property Registration Number 14798522

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.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

4/10 Fair

There is no soundproofing between floors. I could hear the person in the room above moving around at all times, and I could hear the alarm clock going off at 530 a.m. every 15 minutes for 3/4 of an hour. I was so very grumpy after three nights of this.
Graham, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great place to stay
Mikaela, 2-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Michael, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Karyn, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

I needed to travel to a medical appointment in Dunedin. It was decided that staying overnight in Dunedin was a good idea. We stayed in one of the ground floor accessible studios. I was able to have an early check in which was fab The room was stunningly clean! As an ex motel cleaner i can almost certainly find something thats not up to scratch.... not the case this time!! Your staff did a fabulous job. The large (King?) bed was really comfortable and had great linens including a comfortable pillow. The accessible shower was the cherry on top. After a long day it was great to be able to have a nice hot shower and then relax into bed. We had a lovely sleep and left early the next morning as happy campers. I will definitely be staying here again. This motel was safe, clean, cosy and well appointed. The staff we met at check in were cheerful and helpful. My only gripe was i forgot to visit Tax the resident dog ☺️
Nicola, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Visiting Dunedin for a memorial service the motel was convenient and pleasant. I'd stay again
Stephen, 3-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely interior garden. A very, warm room. Loved our stay, thank you.
Belinda, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Loved our stay. Thank you!
Jessie, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

We had to book a room at the last minute due to personal emergency. It was graduation week and our usual place was booked out. They recommended coming here. This motel was Great value for money. We managed to snag the last room for $209.00. Staff couldn’t be more friendly, helpful, welcoming! The guy behind the desk was awesome!! Room was a bit smaller than what we normally get (booked studio) but that’s really being picky. Couldn’t fault otherwise- really clean, everything so functional, bed really comfortable, great shower & bathroom and great environmental approach. Even had a small composting container for scraps, free wifi, sky on tv. Room overlooked courtyard- really pretty well kept garden. Free parking. Location great. We walked everywhere- city and hospital 13 minute walk. Couldn’t fault.
Paula, 1-night romance trip
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10/10 Exceptional

Brendon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Splendid stay in Dunedin
Bed was extremely comfortable and we loved dinner at Buddha Stix next door
Mia, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Thrivindiya, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

So much potential but second time staying and could not stop sneezing at the dust, different room, same problem, rooms need a deep clean, air con unit sounded like a jet plane taking off, same with the bathroom fan, had to turn off aircon to stop sneezing from the dust unless it was pulling in some kind of pollen from outside? Nice staff, comfortable bed. Small TV for size of room.
Shilo, 2-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great value for a wodeful nights stay. Great location with excellent transport links and a quick walk to central Auckland
Richard, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

8/10 Very Good

Parking was not good, but we managed.
Ray, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Would book again.
Lisa, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Ken, 1-night trip
Verified Wotif guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay in Dunedin
Graeme, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

1 ply toilet paper - would expect it to be 2-3 ply given the price of room. Otherwise great experience.
Rachel, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Super location and great little room - all we needed!
Andrew, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Fantastic place to stay, stayed in the double king studio . Beds were comfortable , room was clean and modern . Staff were friendly and accommodating . Highly recommended !
Tracy, 2-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very Good

Donna-Marie, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very Good

Great location
Easy walk into town. Very helpful owners.
janice, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Nedine, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very Good

Paul, 1-night family trip
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