Dunedin Leisure Lodge - Distinction is a 4-star hotel set in landscaped gardens overlooking Dunedin’s Botanic Gardens. The hotel is a 5-minute drive from the city center.
The hotel has 76 spacious guest rooms, each of which has a balcony or an outside patio. All rooms are furnished in a contemporary style and include a modern bathroom.
McGavins Restaurant is located on the former site of McGavin Brewery, one of Dunedin’s original and at one time, New Zealand’s largest breweries.
Open daily for breakfast 6:30am-9:30am Monday-Saturday and 7am-10am Sunday.
Dinner is served from 6pm-8:30pm
Our on-site bar is open for beverage service from 4pm daily.
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - Distinction is a short drive from Dunedin’s main shopping streets and is within walking distance of Otago University. The hotel is easily accessible from State Highway 1.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.
“Lovely dinner and buffet breakfast.
Warm inside even though it was very chilly outside.
Friendly helpful staff”
David
United States
“We were greeted by friendly staff and allowed to check in early! The restaurant served a wonderful dinner that was truly delicious.”
Deborah
United States
“Loved the property, but Otago Peninsula was the best, Northern Royal Albatross tour, sweet. Love the towns architecture and murals, gardens. Charlotte was fun to talk to, Baldwin St, Signal Hill suggestions. Great gal, fun staff, awesome...”
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Susan
United States
“Friendly and efficient staff. Good basic accommodation.”
Richard
United States
“gardens in the rear and botanical gardens across the road. good reastaurant at reasonable prices.”
Bellevie
New Zealand
“Staff was exceptional, going over and above for our comfort. Fantastic breakfast, the best! We were upgraded and the room was amazing, warm and very comfortable.”
John
New Zealand
“Comfortable room, was nice & warm when we arrived from the cold, great breakfast.”
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Evelyn
South Africa
“Great location, beds were very comfortable and breakfast was superb”
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Sarah
United States
“It was beautiful, walked all through city and couldn’t find anything similar
Grounds were gorgeous”
Hotel area info
Restaurants
1 Restaurant On Site
McGavin's Restaurant
Open for
Breakfast • Dinner
Ambience
Family-friendly
Amenities of Dunedin Leisure Lodge - Distinction
Great facilities! Review score, 8.6
Most popular amenities
Free parking
Free Wifi
Family rooms
Non-smoking rooms
Facilities for disabled guests
Restaurant
24-hour front desk
Room service
Bar
House rules
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - Distinction takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 12:00 AM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
From 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation 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 15 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
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
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
Debit cardCash
The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property
Please note that there is a 2% charge when you pay with a credit card.
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.
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