Is parking available at the property?

Complimentary parking is available on-site at the motel. No reservation is required.

What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?

Continental breakfasts are available daily from 7:00 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee of approximately NZD 12 for adults and children.

Does the property allow pets?

Pets are not allowed at the motel. However, service animals are permitted and exempt from fees and restrictions.

What are the standard check-in and check-out times?

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM and ends at 9:00 PM. Check-out time is at 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.

Are airport shuttle services available?

Airport shuttle services can be arranged prior to arrival, enhancing convenience for guests. Pricing details are not specified.

What accessibility features does the property offer for guests with disabilities?

The motel features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility are not provided.

What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?

The motel is located in North Dunedin, a shopping district. It is near local landmarks such as Olveston and Dunedin Town Hall, with natural attractions like Natures Wonders Naturally and Orokonui Ecosanctuary nearby.

What are the policies for guests staying with children?

Children are allowed at the property. The minimum age for children to stay for free is not specified.

What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?

The motel offers rollaway beds for a fee of NZD 40.0 per day. Advance request is required for availability.

Owens Motel

What guests think

Across the reviews, Owens Motel is praised for clean, spacious units and friendly, accommodating hosts, with a convenient walkable location near central Dunedin and the university, though several guests note dated decor and occasional noise from road or upstairs neighbors.

Many reviewers appreciated pet-friendly policies and comfortable beds. Some describe practical, apartment-style units with functional kitchen areas that work well for short stays. Overall, expect a simple, well-maintained stay with warm service.

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Jose

25 Nov 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Clean, spacious and comfortable with free parking and a kitchen with milk, coffee, tea, & sugar. A bit dated but with everything we needed. Thank you!

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Cleanliness

Consistently described as very clean and tidy, with housekeeping to a high standard; one review reported cleanliness and maintenance issues in a small unit.

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H M

11 Dec 2025

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Stayed 1 night

It was good and clean

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Lynne

26 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived we were told there was not a booking, did find one after about 1/2 hour. Unit was very tiny, very small bathroom with no access facilities which I had asked for. Was a cold night, no electric blanket but worst thing of all was no where to wash crockery and cups, no drinking glasses for water and on enquiring was told to wash dishes in the hand basin. How unhygenic and not a safe practice particully with covid etc. We were charged $130 the same price as all the other units which in my opinion should have been a lot less. We have always stayed at this motel in the past and have been very happy but will not be staying again. There was a black metal fruit stand on the tiny kitchen table that was dusty and very dirty and tbe electric jug leaked as well. In my opinion these premises need reviewing for cleanliness and adequate facilities

10

Jennifer

5 Apr 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Very clean and tidy. Very comfortable bed.

10

Linda

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcome from host was very friendly. Explained parking and where our room was. Cleanliness of rooms was superb. Will use you again. Thank you

10

Alana

12 Mar 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellence service our unit was cleaned to a high standard

10

Jing

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is spacious and clean.

10

Katie

15 Jan 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Hosts were so kind and nice! Place was very clean and functional.

10

DeborahandPaul

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location, can walk to centre of Dunedin and to cafes. Good bed, clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Will stay again.

10

Mark

15 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great property. Very clean. Great price for what is a small apartment rather than a motel room. If you are on the lower floor, expect to hear every footstep from above.

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Jane

4 Feb 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Everything was clean & tidy. Well worth the money. My family & I had a comfortable stay. The units were fabulous, spacious & clean. The aircon was a definite plus during the last two days with 32 degree heat outside!!! Thank you very much :0)

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Rooms

Rooms are spacious and comfortable, often set up like small apartments with functional kitchen areas. Several reviews note dated decor and occasional noise from the road or from upstairs units.

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Daniel

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay, spacious room, close to town

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Julie

29 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

It was very noisy as we had front unit by the road other wise it was good as we have to have our small dogs with us

8

Steve

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great family unit with heaps of space. Very handy to services and city centre.

10

Jing

27 Nov 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Room is spacious and clean.

8

Anna

8 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

While property a bit dated the owner was very friendly and helpful and all the important room features we value were provided - clean, comfy bed, good pressure shower, separate bedroom, clean functional kitchen area.

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Judith

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel was perfectly placed for the visiting I was doing. Although the room is older it was very comfortable and just what I needed

8

John

17 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Clean tidy and conveniently situated. Good sized and reasonably equipped kitchen dining area. We liked the entrance hall as this made bedrooms more private.

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Mark

15 May 2024

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Stayed 1 night

Great property. Very clean. Great price for what is a small apartment rather than a motel room. If you are on the lower floor, expect to hear every footstep from above.

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Steve

17 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Needs a bit of up dating.

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Kathy

30 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

The room was excellent very friendly management our last night was sleepless with very noisy guests in unit above us till 4.30 I would diffently stay again but would not be unit 2

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Service

Staff and owners are frequently praised as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, including assistance with luggage and flexibility around checkout. One review mentioned a booking mix up.

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Bryce

27 Nov 2023

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Very friendly owner, nice motel unit will definitely stay again.

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Josh

17 Mar 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

I was pretty sick on my last day and even though I stayed over my check out time there was no problems. Really friendly staff.

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Lynne

26 Apr 2023

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Stayed 1 night

When we arrived we were told there was not a booking, did find one after about 1/2 hour. Unit was very tiny, very small bathroom with no access facilities which I had asked for. Was a cold night, no electric blanket but worst thing of all was no where to wash crockery and cups, no drinking glasses for water and on enquiring was told to wash dishes in the hand basin. How unhygenic and not a safe practice particully with covid etc. We were charged $130 the same price as all the other units which in my opinion should have been a lot less. We have always stayed at this motel in the past and have been very happy but will not be staying again. There was a black metal fruit stand on the tiny kitchen table that was dusty and very dirty and tbe electric jug leaked as well. In my opinion these premises need reviewing for cleanliness and adequate facilities

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Linda

27 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

Welcome from host was very friendly. Explained parking and where our room was. Cleanliness of rooms was superb. Will use you again. Thank you

10

Leanne

18 Mar 2025

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Stayed 1 night

This is the second time I’ve stayed at this motel as they are pet friendly. Very comfortable and clean with some little extras not found in other motels.

8

Anna

8 Feb 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

While property a bit dated the owner was very friendly and helpful and all the important room features we value were provided - clean, comfy bed, good pressure shower, separate bedroom, clean functional kitchen area.

8

Sonya

17 Aug 2024

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Stayed 4 nights

Good value. Very friendly staff.

8

Gordon

23 Jun 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Staff went out of way to be helpful

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Clare

9 May 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

We were allocated an upstairs unit although we had requested ground floor accommodation. We were told this change was made because the upper unit was more spacious and comfortable. I was concerned that the stairs and suitcases could be hazardous for an elderly couple, but the staff insisted that they would take our luggage up and down as required. This they did for us so readily and cheerfully. Our accommodation did prove most comfortable and the stairs weren't a major problem after all. Grateful for the management's help and assistance which added to our enjoyable stay.

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DeborahandPaul

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location, can walk to centre of Dunedin and to cafes. Good bed, clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Will stay again.

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Location

Convenient for central Dunedin and the university, with many guests walking to the CBD, cafes, and restaurants.

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Daniel

7 Jun 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Excellent stay, spacious room, close to town

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Paula

1 Aug 2023

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Stayed 1 night

Our room was veru spacious, comfortable and clean. Amazing locations, waking distance to many restaurants and a 24 hrs convenience shop right next to it.

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Steve

13 Oct 2023

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Stayed 3 nights

Great family unit with heaps of space. Very handy to services and city centre.

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Judith

23 Aug 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

Motel was perfectly placed for the visiting I was doing. Although the room is older it was very comfortable and just what I needed

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Brian

30 Dec 2024

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Stayed 1 night

The room was a good size, and the location is close to Central Dunedin making getting around the inner city very easy

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Marylyn

21 Apr 2024

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Stayed 1 night

This is a nice affordable motel within walking distance to central Dunedin. Very clean & the owners are absolutely lovely. This motel is not over fancy but has everything you need.

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Detlef

5 Mar 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Die Unterkunft war sehr sauber. Das Appartment war relativ groß mit zwei Zimmern, Küche und Bad. Wir waren zufällig in der Einführungswoche zum neuen Semester an der Uni dort. Trotz umtriebiger Studienanfänger der nicht weit entfernen Uni war es ziemlich ruhig. Zum Zentrum sind es ca. 10 Minuten Fußweg.

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DeborahandPaul

1 Aug 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Good location, can walk to centre of Dunedin and to cafes. Good bed, clean and quiet. Staff were helpful and very friendly. Will stay again.

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Craig

2 Aug 2023

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Stayed 2 nights

Perfect place to stay for business at the Uni

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john

11 Jun 2024

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Stayed 2 nights

Very comfortable within easy assessability to CBD

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Owens Motel

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