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Aurora On George

4.5 star property
Eco-conscious retreat in North Dunedin blends natural serenity with urban convenience, offering a garden oasis and on-site spa

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Stroll through the carpeted corridor with a checkered pattern, lined with lights and offering a glimpse of the surrounding trees and distant buildings.
Experience modern architecture amidst lush surroundings, with a multi-level design and scenic views.
Enjoy meals at the dining table with chairs, equipped with a microwave, oven, and dishwasher.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the hilly landscape from the balcony.
Relax on the balcony with a view of lush surroundings and enjoy the comfort of a large bed.
Aurora On George provides a calm respite in the heart of North Dunedin. Guests can unwind in the peaceful garden or indulge in a spa treatment. The hotel's location puts both nature and culture at their fingertips, with easy access to the University of Otago and The Octagon.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Electric vehicle charging point
  • Spa
  • Free parking
  • Gym
  • Non-smoking
  • Free WiFi

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

Room options

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Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom | Private kitchen

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living room

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(9 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Luxury Studio

Luxury Studio

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Premium bedding, pillowtop beds, desk, blackout drapes

Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(20 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Kitchenette
Refrigerator
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Pillowtop bed
Blackout drapes/curtains
Rainfall showerhead
  • 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

Highlights

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

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About the area

Map
678 George Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • The Octagon - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 3 min drive - 2.2 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

More about this property

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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

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
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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

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
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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.
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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 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
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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 6 minutes' walk from Otago Museum.

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Aurora On George Reviews

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

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Reviews

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Location, parking, outside sitting area and garden.
Suzee, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Everything about this motel was excellent. Helpful staff, thoughtful touches, lovely garden, laundry facilities, central location. Highly recommend.
Sue, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Brilliant

Aurora on George was brilliant.  Lots of little bits in the kitchen (coffee press, washing up liquid) that just make things easy.  They even had an umbrella to borrow. Bed was comfy, heater/temperature control worked great. Did make use of the laundry service, was impressed by the quality of the job relative to then price.
9-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Excellent lodging property in Dunedin
Nahum, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The Aurora on George was an easy walk to downtown Dunedin and its sights, bars, and restaurants. The main Dunedin natural history museum is a couple blocks away, and the University of Otago and some good breakfast places a few blocks away.
John, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Overall great accommodation
Jo, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Was a great place to stay
Mikaela, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

The hotel is amazing! It has a wonderful courtyard, and the rooms were extremely comfortable. The managers were extremely helpful during check in /out and were especially knowledgeable about area restaurants and shopping. They were also wonderful in arranging transportation to the airport. I cannot recommend this property enough!
Robert, 4-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Love the tranquil setting.
Scott, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel comfy rooms

I had a fantastic checkin with a tour of the area and my room and had good guidance of local activities. The room was very relaxing and quiet, well setup.
Andrew, 1-night trip

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

8/10 Very good

Staff were great, were very responsive when I advised of a noisy group of people downstairs and yelling from balcony outside our room. Parking was limited. We would stay there again
Frances, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful garden with table and chairs
Marian N, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Really nice accomdation. Beatifully clean and shower was amazing.
Tony, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Very nice, greeted and given a thorough tour.

10/10 Exceptional

Absolutely great stay
carol, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Duncan at the front desk was wonderful help us with questions and suggestions on what to visit rooms were good only issue is a little noise from other room but not annoying would recommend
Karl, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Lovely place to stay in Dunedin
Graeme, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

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

10/10 Exceptional

Great homemade cookies in the room.
Helen, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

A very clean property with a nice garden on the interior. Room was comfortable and the manager was very friendly. Enjoyed my stay
Levi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Great place to stay. Would book again.
Lisa, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

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