Aurora on George
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About this property
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance.
Amenities
Relax at the full-service spa, where you can enjoy massages. Additional amenities at this motel include complimentary wireless internet access, babysitting (surcharge), and tour/ticket assistance.
Business amenities
Featured amenities include complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and luggage storage. Free self parking is available onsite.
Dining
Grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store serving guests of Aurora On George.
Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and flat-screen televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Satellite programming along with DVD players are provided for your entertainment. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers.
Location
With a stay at Aurora On George, you'll be centrally located in Dunedin, just a 3-minute walk from University of Otago and 6 minutes by foot from Otago Museum. This spa motel is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Dunedin Botanic Garden and 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Olveston.
What's nearby
University of Otago(0.1 miles)
Otago Museum(0.3 miles)
Dunedin Botanic Garden(0.5 miles)
Olveston(0.6 miles)
The Octagon(0.8 miles)
Hocken Library(0.8 miles)
Orokonui Ecosanctuary(1 miles)
Bush Creek Trail(1 miles)
Dunedin Town Hall(1 miles)
Forsyth Barr Stadium(1.1 miles)
St. Paul's Cathedral(1.1 miles)
Dunedin Public Art Gallery(1.1 miles)
First Church of Otago(1.1 miles)
Dunedin Railways(1.1 miles)
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame(1.1 miles)
The nearest major airport is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)(18.6 miles)
Parking
Non-Smoking Rooms
Babysitting / Child Services
Tour Desk
Dry Cleaning
Housekeeping
Location
678 George Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
University of Otago (0.1 miles)
Otago Museum (0.3 miles)
Dunedin Botanic Garden (0.5 miles)
Olveston (0.6 miles)
The Octagon (0.8 miles)
Hocken Library (0.8 miles)
Room options
9
Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom
Room details
1 King Bed
and 1 Twin Bed
Sleeps 4
517 ft²
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningHeatingKitchen
11
Executive Studio Garden View Disability Access
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
HeatingKitchenetteRefrigerator
12
Executive Studio, 1 King Bed, Garden View
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
HeatingKitchenetteRefrigerator
10
Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms
Room details
2 King Beds
Sleeps 4
560 ft²
Separate Dining AreaAir ConditioningHeatingKitchen
11
Signature Executive Studio, 1 King Bed
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
301 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingKitchenette
16
Luxury Studio
Room details
1 King Bed
Sleeps 2
431 ft²
Air ConditioningHeatingKitchen
Guest reviews of Aurora on George
9.4
Superb
Based on 508 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
30%
Couple
42%
Family
21%
Solo
5%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Aurora on George draws consistent praise for its tranquil central garden, clean and comfortable modern rooms with excellent beds, and genuinely friendly, hands-on service, all in a walkable location near the university, museums, and downtown dining.
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Aurora on George draws consistent praise for its tranquil central garden, clean and comfortable modern rooms with excellent beds, and genuinely friendly, hands-on service, all in a walkable location near the university, museums, and downtown dining.
Guests appreciate convenient parking, access to laundry facilities, accessible studios, and thoughtful eco initiatives. A few note noise between floors or late-night area noise, plus occasional niggles like appliance hum or dust/allergens. Overall, expect a comfortable, well-run base with thoughtful touches.
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Facilities
The leafy central courtyard is a highlight. Guests mention convenient parking and on-site laundry access; a couple note accessible studios and eco touches.
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Mrs Valerie
Oct 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Andrew
Oct 5, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Prashant
Aug 24, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice clean and was wheelchair accessible
Very nice clean and was wheelchair accessible
10
Nicola
Jul 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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 ☺️
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 ☺️
10
Marian N
Mar 2, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful garden with table and chairs
Beautiful garden with table and chairs
10
Christine
Nov 6, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
10
craig
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
10
Nicola
Feb 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great garden courtyard within the property. Lovely roomy comfortable apartment. Central location. Air con available which was superb as it’s been so muggy at the moment. Easy access to washing machine/dryer. Nice staff :))
Great garden courtyard within the property. Lovely roomy comfortable apartment. Central location. Air con available which was superb as it’s been so muggy at the moment. Easy access to washing machine/dryer. Nice staff :))
10
Suzee
Mar 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Location, parking, outside sitting area and garden.
Location, parking, outside sitting area and garden.
10
Alistair
Jan 5, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Beautifully clean accomodation with a lovely garden. We really appreciated all the sustainable options which included recycling and even a food waste bin for the worm farm which I wish every accomodation had available. Thank you for a lovely stay.
Beautifully clean accomodation with a lovely garden. We really appreciated all the sustainable options which included recycling and even a food waste bin for the worm farm which I wish every accomodation had available. Thank you for a lovely stay.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe the property and rooms as very clean and well maintained. A small number reported dust/allergen issues in specific rooms.
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Dawn
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
Barb
Feb 20, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great place to stay - we did appreciate the modern facilities and cleanliness
Great place to stay - we did appreciate the modern facilities and cleanliness
10
Nicola
Jul 2, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
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 ☺️
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 ☺️
10
Brad
Aug 28, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
10
Tony
Dec 14, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Really nice accomdation. Beatifully clean and shower was amazing.
Really nice accomdation. Beatifully clean and shower was amazing.
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Shilo
Apr 1, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
10
Mrs Josephine
Nov 8, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and modern motel. Great service too.
Very clean and modern motel. Great service too.
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Paula
Feb 17, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room and service Excellent
Lovely clean room and service Excellent
10
Yulia
May 1, 2023
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Checking in was smooth and welcoming. In the room there was welcome biscuits and a letter addressed to my name, outlining some important informations regarding the stay which was very kind and sweet. The cleanliness of the room was a top notch especially the bathroom which was sparkly and spotless. Conveniently located, short walks to the town/uni/botanical garden. Overall very happy with the stay and would love to return for our next trip to Dunedin.
Checking in was smooth and welcoming. In the room there was welcome biscuits and a letter addressed to my name, outlining some important informations regarding the stay which was very kind and sweet. The cleanliness of the room was a top notch especially the bathroom which was sparkly and spotless. Conveniently located, short walks to the town/uni/botanical garden. Overall very happy with the stay and would love to return for our next trip to Dunedin.
10
Stephen
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
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Rooms
Rooms are modern, spacious, and comfortable with quality beds; many enjoy quiet interiors and courtyard views. A few guests reported noise between floors or from the surrounding area, and occasional appliance noise.
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Tamara
Oct 22, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent motel! Comfy bed, warm and modern. Nothing was a hassle! I had to extend my stay last minute as my husband had surgery and ended up needing to stay in hospital longer and they were very accommodating and helpful! 5 minute drive to mercy hospital which was great so not too far away from where my husband was. Would definitely stay here again. The only thing i didnt like was the people staying in the room above me stomping around like elephants throughout the night woke me with a fright several times but this isnt anything on the Excellent motel or staff
Excellent motel! Comfy bed, warm and modern. Nothing was a hassle! I had to extend my stay last minute as my husband had surgery and ended up needing to stay in hospital longer and they were very accommodating and helpful! 5 minute drive to mercy hospital which was great so not too far away from where my husband was. Would definitely stay here again. The only thing i didnt like was the people staying in the room above me stomping around like elephants throughout the night woke me with a fright several times but this isnt anything on the Excellent motel or staff
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Brendan
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staying for the third time, always good. Love the rooms upstairs with more natural light and looking down on the excellent garden.
Staying for the third time, always good. Love the rooms upstairs with more natural light and looking down on the excellent garden.
10
Janet Ho
Mar 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Good location, comfortable bed and very quiet
Good location, comfortable bed and very quiet
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Tracy
Feb 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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 !
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 !
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Graham
Oct 1, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
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.
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.
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Robyn
Apr 14, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Nice spot well laid out and very clean. Pity about the noisy fridge.
Nice spot well laid out and very clean. Pity about the noisy fridge.
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craig
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
10
Nicola
Feb 4, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Great garden courtyard within the property. Lovely roomy comfortable apartment. Central location. Air con available which was superb as it’s been so muggy at the moment. Easy access to washing machine/dryer. Nice staff :))
Great garden courtyard within the property. Lovely roomy comfortable apartment. Central location. Air con available which was superb as it’s been so muggy at the moment. Easy access to washing machine/dryer. Nice staff :))
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YU CHE
Jan 4, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
객실이 넓어서 3인 성인이 지내기 적합함. 보송보송한 타월이 준비되어 있음. 온풍기가 마련되어 있어 따뜻하게 지냄.
객실이 넓어서 3인 성인이 지내기 적합함. 보송보송한 타월이 준비되어 있음. 온풍기가 마련되어 있어 따뜻하게 지냄.
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Stephen
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
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Service
Service is warmly welcoming and proactive, with staff often escorting guests to rooms, offering local tips, and adding personal touches like homemade cookies. Check-in is smooth and assistance is readily provided.
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Robert
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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!
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!
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Robert
Oct 30, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Outstanding accommodation and staff (Kent) were very informative and friendly.
Outstanding accommodation and staff (Kent) were very informative and friendly.
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craig
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
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Dorothy
Dec 10, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Excellent hosts, lovely personalised service including home made cookies.
Excellent hosts, lovely personalised service including home made cookies.
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Lindsay
Jun 30, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
I have stayed here several times and the servuce is exemplary. The rooms are beautifully presented and the staff are supportive and friendly. It is a great location with easy access to local amenities.
I have stayed here several times and the servuce is exemplary. The rooms are beautifully presented and the staff are supportive and friendly. It is a great location with easy access to local amenities.
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Michael
Aug 7, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
great reception, very friendly and helpful.
great reception, very friendly and helpful.
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Jennifer
Dec 24, 2024
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Very nice, greeted and given a thorough tour.
Very nice, greeted and given a thorough tour.
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Yulia
May 1, 2023
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Checking in was smooth and welcoming. In the room there was welcome biscuits and a letter addressed to my name, outlining some important informations regarding the stay which was very kind and sweet. The cleanliness of the room was a top notch especially the bathroom which was sparkly and spotless. Conveniently located, short walks to the town/uni/botanical garden. Overall very happy with the stay and would love to return for our next trip to Dunedin.
Checking in was smooth and welcoming. In the room there was welcome biscuits and a letter addressed to my name, outlining some important informations regarding the stay which was very kind and sweet. The cleanliness of the room was a top notch especially the bathroom which was sparkly and spotless. Conveniently located, short walks to the town/uni/botanical garden. Overall very happy with the stay and would love to return for our next trip to Dunedin.
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Karl
Feb 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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
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
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Stephen
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
Staff were incredible. Room was clean and spacious and fantastic quality. Great value.
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Location
Walkable to downtown Dunedin, the University of Otago, museums, and cafes; many found it convenient for sightseeing and dining. Some mentioned the area can be lively at night.
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Mike
Apr 27, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, nice lodging.
Great location, nice lodging.
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Dawn
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Michael
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
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Natalie
Dec 19, 2022
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Stayed 2 nights
In town for a daughter's graduation. Stayed here before & this didn't disappoint. Great location, easy work to Octagen and University.
In town for a daughter's graduation. Stayed here before & this didn't disappoint. Great location, easy work to Octagen and University.
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Gavin
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
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Alan
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
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craig
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
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Andrew
Feb 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Super location and great little room - all we needed!
Super location and great little room - all we needed!
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janice
Feb 8, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Easy walk into town. Very helpful owners.
Easy walk into town. Very helpful owners.
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John
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Robert
Mar 24, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
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!
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!
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Ian
Oct 19, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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Dawn
Dec 22, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
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.
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.
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Michael
May 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
Great location. Walking distance to many restaurants, bars, shopping.
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Gavin
Oct 30, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
Great place to stay close to University and only a 5 minute walk to town. Great restaurant in the hotel
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Alan
Dec 1, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
Nice comfortable room. Decent choices for meals and drinks locally. About 20 minutes walk to Burns statue at central hub.
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craig
Nov 15, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
We had a wonderful stay, from check in to check out. The young lady on reception showed is to our room. Opened the door and went through the amenities. The ground floor room looked out over a lovely garden in the central courtyard, and there were chairs to sit in the garden of you chose to. The room was spacious with modern facilities and a super comfy bed. Location is excellent with lovely cafes and restaurants nearby. It was a 15 min stroll into central Dunedin and a similar distance to Emerson's Brewery, though you might want some extra time to stumble home😊. We very much enjoyed our stay at Aurora and do not hesitate in recommending it.
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Mia
Apr 21, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Bed was extremely comfortable and we loved dinner at Buddha Stix next door
Bed was extremely comfortable and we loved dinner at Buddha Stix next door
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Joseph
Nov 19, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
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.
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.
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John
Apr 1, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
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.
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.
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Kathryn
Sep 14, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
The room lovely was lovely and clean, comfy bed and modern. However, the room was quite dark and we could hear the students next door through the bathroom vent. The party music went past 12am and was so loud!
The room lovely was lovely and clean, comfy bed and modern. However, the room was quite dark and we could hear the students next door through the bathroom vent. The party music went past 12am and was so loud!
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Susanne
Jul 22, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
This is a wonderful home away from home, if you need to be in Dunedin for work, or hospital visit. Bus is outside door. Restaurant adjoins the property. Clean and comfortable bed! Would definitely stay again.
This is a wonderful home away from home, if you need to be in Dunedin for work, or hospital visit. Bus is outside door. Restaurant adjoins the property. Clean and comfortable bed! Would definitely stay again.
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Stephen
Jul 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
clean, comfortable. close to town everything we needed
clean, comfortable. close to town everything we needed
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Lisa
Jun 11, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Super helpful checkin
Super helpful checkin
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Gillian
Jun 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great!
Great!
FAQs about Aurora on George
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, free self-parking is available on-site, but it is limited. Electric car charging stations are also provided.
Is breakfast offered at the property?
Breakfast is not specifically mentioned, but guests can grab a bite from the grocery/convenience store available on-site.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:00 AM. Early check-in and late check-out are available for a fee of NZD 30, subject to availability.
What accessibility features does the property offer?
The property has limited wheelchair accessibility, including designated parking and some public areas. Step-free entrances are available.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is centrally located in Dunedin, just a 3-minute walk from the University of Otago and a 6-minute walk from the Otago Museum. It is also near Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston, both within a mile.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
Guests must contact the property in advance to reserve cribs or rollaway beds, which are available for a fee of NZD 30 per night. The maximum number of extra beds allowed is not specified.
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- 2026-11-27: 112.87731551799011USD
- 2026-11-28: 130.20565316647338USD
- 2026-11-29: 102.93208018068695USD
- 2026-11-30: 113.3857195743637USD
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- 2026-12-16: 93.13123812029266USD
- 2026-12-17: 106.05695156422425USD
- 2026-12-18: 99.57820534727477USD
- 2026-12-19: 101.50915690241241USD
- 2026-12-20: 101.50915690241241USD
- 2026-12-21: 91.57528889530182USD
- 2026-12-22: 92.12929037909699USD
The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 9 PM. 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. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. 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 up. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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 cribs/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
- This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
- Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a security system
- Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms.
- Free WiFi in public areas has a 8-device limit.
- Contactless check-out is available.
- 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 up.
Business details
Property registration number 14798522
- 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 percent
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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