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Aurora On George

4.5 star property
Eco-certified Dunedin motel in North Dunedin with a full-service spa

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains
Garden
Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed | View from room
Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Garden view

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Spa
  • Parking included
  • Gym
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Laundry
The current price is AU$184
includes taxes & fees
23 Mar - 24 Mar

Explore the area

Map
678 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • University of Otago
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Otago Museum
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually furnished
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 48 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
  • 52 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Studio

Luxury Studio

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Air conditioning
Heating
Kitchen
Fridge
Dishwasher
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2016
  • 40 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

Premium bedding, pillow-top beds, desk, blackout curtains

Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Blackout curtains
Pillow-top bed
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 28 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Dunedin

Aurora On George puts you in the heart of Dunedin, within just a 10-minute stroll of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Highlights at this eco-friendly motel include a full-service spa and free self-parking. .This business-friendly motel offers free WiFi in public areas and a fitness centre, and has a garden. Additionally, you'll find laundry facilities, babysitting services and a corner/local shop. .Near this 4.5-property class North Dunedin motel, you'll find The Octagon.
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What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 9 min walk
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 2 min drive
  • The Octagon - 2 min drive
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 5 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

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

Eco-certified Dunedin motel in North Dunedin with a full-service spa
Aurora On George offers its guests a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Public spaces have free WiFi. The eco-certified Aurora On George also features tour/ticket assistance, a garden, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Free self parking is available.

This 4.5-star Dunedin motel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Corner/local shop
  • Garden
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
Aurora On George offers 26 accommodations with DVD players and free newspapers. Pillowtop beds feature premium bedding. Fridges, microwaves and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include slippers, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers.

Flat-screen televisions come with premium satellite channels. Business-friendly amenities include desks and telephones; free local calls are provided (restrictions may apply). Additionally, rooms include an iron/ironing board and blackout curtains. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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 programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
  • WiFi in public areas is free with a 8-device limit

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Full-service spa
  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • DVD player
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities
  • Travel cot

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Laundry facilities
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Outdoors

  • Garden

Full-service spa

  • Massage
  • Spa open daily

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Assistive listening devices
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Pillowtop mattress
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV with premium satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Free local calls
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: NZD 30
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00

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 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 older

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 30 per night.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Early check-in fee: NZD 30 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: NZD 30.00 (subject to availability)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 30 per night
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 2 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit 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 cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a security system
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit or credit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and a security system in all accommodation. At check-in, guests must provide a record of full COVID-19 vaccination. The COVID-19 vaccination record requirement applies to all guests aged 12 and over.

Property Registration Number 14798522

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.
  • Free WiFi in public areas has a 8-device limit.

National rating

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

Property is 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

What is the cancellation policy at Aurora On George?

Aurora On George offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Aurora On George?

As of 22 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Aurora On George on 23 Mar 2025 start from AU$184.19, 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.

Is parking available at Aurora On George?

Yep, Aurora On George has a free self car park.

Are there any beaches close to Aurora On George?

The closest beach to Aurora On George is St. Clair Beach (5.2 km).

Is there a spa on site at Aurora On George?

Yep, there is an onsite spa at Aurora On George. You'll enjoy services like massages.

Is Aurora On George family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as babysitting services and a corner/local shop, as well as travel cots in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Aurora On George is a hit with families.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Aurora On George?

No, Aurora On George does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Aurora On George?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Aurora On George?

No, only service animals are allowed.

Aurora On George Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 282 out of 360 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 62 out of 360 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 12 out of 360 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 360 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 360 reviews

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

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice accomdation. Beatifully clean and shower was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Overall great accommodation
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Trent

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the best i have stayed at. Very friendly greeting when arrived, very very nice surrounds ( gardens and trees). Tidy clean and modern room with everything i needed. Thanks
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The manager was very welcoming
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed 2 nights in a king studio room. The room is spacious and has everything you need for a comfortable stay. Clean and well maintained room and good quality furniture, fittings etc. with a calming outlook into a central garden area. Recommendations on their website for local breakfast and dinner options were spot on. Highly recommended as a place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are always very well presented and quiet despite being just walking distance from the Centre City. Its a very restful stop with stunning mature rhododendrons. On site EV charger.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gavin

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Levi

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A very clean property with a nice garden on the interior. Room was comfortable and the manager was very friendly. Enjoyed my stay
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Barry

Travelled with partner
Lovely room and gardens. Very noisy area late into the night but I guess that’s what student land gives you
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

4/10 Poor

Graham

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

JODELLE

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mikaela

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Was a great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karyn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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 ☺️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Visiting Dunedin for a memorial service the motel was convenient and pleasant. I'd stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Belinda

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely interior garden. A very, warm room. Loved our stay, thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula, Auckland

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brendon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Splendid stay in Dunedin
Bed was extremely comfortable and we loved dinner at Buddha Stix next door
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Thrivindiya

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Shilo

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great value for a wodeful nights stay. Great location with excellent transport links and a quick walk to central Auckland
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024