Distinction Dunedin Hotel
US$174
/ night
Avg. for October
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US$174
/ night
Avg. for October
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Distinction Dunedin Hotel average US$122 in the cheapest month (June) and US$338 in the most expensive month (February), based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | US$171 |
| February | US$338 |
| March | US$231 |
| April | US$159 |
| May | US$144 |
| June | US$122 |
| July | US$130 |
| August | US$132 |
| September | US$172 |
| October | US$174 |
| November | US$194 |
| December | US$163 |
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Most expensive: February (~US$338)
Cheapest: June (~US$122)
About this property
Luxury hotel in Dunedin with a restaurant, fitness center, and 24-hour room service, just minutes from local attractions.
Location
Located in Dunedin, Distinction Dunedin Hotel is in the city center. Regent Theatre and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Dunedin Chinese Garden and Dunedin Railways. Seriously Twisted and Otago Museum are also worth visiting.
Parking
Restaurant
Non-smoking rooms
Room service
Valet parking
Dry cleaning
Room options
6
Two-Bedroom Suite
Room details
2 Single Beds
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 4
700 ft²
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5
Two Bedroom Family Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
and 2 Single Beds
Sleeps 4
570 ft²
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4
Studio
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
334 ft²
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7
Four-Bedroom Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 8
2153 ft²
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6
Superior King Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
334 ft²
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6
Junior Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
398 ft²
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5
Standard Twin Room
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
334 ft²
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7
Superior Three Bedroom Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 6
1076 ft²
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5
One-Bedroom Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
398 ft²
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5
Executive Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
506 ft²
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8
Junior Four Bedroom Suite
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
2 Single Beds
Sleeps 8
1345 ft²
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Guest reviews of Distinction Dunedin Hotel
9.1
Superb
Based on 809 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
24%
Couple
51%
Family
16%
Group
5%
Solo
2%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
Across recent reviews, Distinction Dunedin Hotel stands out for spacious, quiet suites with in-room laundry and kitchenettes, friendly and accommodating staff, comfortable beds, and a central, walkable location close to the Octagon and transport.
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Across recent reviews, Distinction Dunedin Hotel stands out for spacious, quiet suites with in-room laundry and kitchenettes, friendly and accommodating staff, comfortable beds, and a central, walkable location close to the Octagon and transport.
Common gripes include paid parking costs, occasional elevator waits, some outdated or limited TV options, and intermittent temperature control issues. Many praise the on-site dining, though a number found breakfast pricey, coffee basic, or service slow at busy times. Overall, expect modern, well-equipped rooms in a handy city base.
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Facilities
Standout in-room washers/dryers and kitchenettes are widely praised; there is a gym, on-site restaurant/bar, and convenient parking next door (usually paid). Some mention elevator waits and dated TVs.
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Renata
24 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely! Way better when they upgraded me with no charge. Absolutely love this hotel. The gym is pretty new too.
Lovely! Way better when they upgraded me with no charge. Absolutely love this hotel. The gym is pretty new too.
8
Lucas Pablo
3 Jun 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
This is probably as nice as it gets in Dunedin. Paid carpark, an ok restaurant, nice rooms (albeit no stove), and good location.
This is probably as nice as it gets in Dunedin. Paid carpark, an ok restaurant, nice rooms (albeit no stove), and good location.
8
Laura
6 Jan 2023
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Stayed 19,363 nights
Parking was very unnecessarily expensive, I’m not sure why we have to pay and isn’t included in the room rate, for $250 a night we was expecting a pod coffee machine to say the least just a kettle tucked up in the cupboard is not something we would ever imagine, Buffet breakfast was on par we would of liked an omelette made but wasn’t offered or told and to pay for barista coffee too.
Parking was very unnecessarily expensive, I’m not sure why we have to pay and isn’t included in the room rate, for $250 a night we was expecting a pod coffee machine to say the least just a kettle tucked up in the cupboard is not something we would ever imagine, Buffet breakfast was on par we would of liked an omelette made but wasn’t offered or told and to pay for barista coffee too.
10
Kate
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I LOVED this hotel and wish I could have stayed longer. I would definitely stay again. I was in an executive suite, which was very spacious. PROs: HUGE bathtub, washer-dryer in the room with soap packets, easy to hook laptop up to giant TV using an HDMI cable (they loaned me one), the heat/AC is very quiet, soundproofing is excellent, food is excellent, lots of drawers, 2 narrow closets, kettle and milk for tea (also a nepresso), comfortable bed, nice robes and slippers, great water pressure, both wand and rainshower heads in shower CONs: It feels a bit rude to complain about anything, but... the curtains are reversed -- sheers on the room side and blackout curtains on the window side which was weird and not convenient, the couch seat cushions were terribly overused and sink so low that using the ottoman was then very uncomfortable, the tap water is not good (chemical smell) and there is no complementary alternative - carried a lot of water from the convenience store 3 blocks away every day, shower door didn't close right so some water out on the floor which could get dangerously slippery All in all, GREAT experience. Service was excellent -- Tim served me for dinner all 4 nights and was a delight. The front desk people were friendly and helpful as well. I felt quite welcome. THANK YOU DISTINCTION.
I LOVED this hotel and wish I could have stayed longer. I would definitely stay again. I was in an executive suite, which was very spacious. PROs: HUGE bathtub, washer-dryer in the room with soap packets, easy to hook laptop up to giant TV using an HDMI cable (they loaned me one), the heat/AC is very quiet, soundproofing is excellent, food is excellent, lots of drawers, 2 narrow closets, kettle and milk for tea (also a nepresso), comfortable bed, nice robes and slippers, great water pressure, both wand and rainshower heads in shower CONs: It feels a bit rude to complain about anything, but... the curtains are reversed -- sheers on the room side and blackout curtains on the window side which was weird and not convenient, the couch seat cushions were terribly overused and sink so low that using the ottoman was then very uncomfortable, the tap water is not good (chemical smell) and there is no complementary alternative - carried a lot of water from the convenience store 3 blocks away every day, shower door didn't close right so some water out on the floor which could get dangerously slippery All in all, GREAT experience. Service was excellent -- Tim served me for dinner all 4 nights and was a delight. The front desk people were friendly and helpful as well. I felt quite welcome. THANK YOU DISTINCTION.
8
Steve
5 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We stayed 3 nights here (Fri, Sat, Sun) and were happy with the overall experience. The location of the hotel makes for an easy walk to the "octagon" area for food, drinks etc. Our 8th floor room was clean and quiet and check in was an easy process. Parking is actually in a multi storey car park directly opposite the hotel (was $74 AUD as of 30/09/2025 for the 3 nights). The room also came with a washer / dryer which was a nice touch. Bed was a little challenging comfort wise as it was two separate beds "wrapped" with King sheets to make the one. Elevator wait times can also be a little tricky as there is only one for each wing of the Hotel. In short, would we book again - yes. Enjoyable and pleasant overall - yes.
We stayed 3 nights here (Fri, Sat, Sun) and were happy with the overall experience. The location of the hotel makes for an easy walk to the "octagon" area for food, drinks etc. Our 8th floor room was clean and quiet and check in was an easy process. Parking is actually in a multi storey car park directly opposite the hotel (was $74 AUD as of 30/09/2025 for the 3 nights). The room also came with a washer / dryer which was a nice touch. Bed was a little challenging comfort wise as it was two separate beds "wrapped" with King sheets to make the one. Elevator wait times can also be a little tricky as there is only one for each wing of the Hotel. In short, would we book again - yes. Enjoyable and pleasant overall - yes.
10
Melissa
12 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
It is a beautiful hotel with spacious rooms the beds were the best ones we had our whole holiday. The shower was awesome had great pressure and it had a washer dryer which was a bonus.Parking cost but it is a great rate and easy to get in and out. Can not fault the hotel
It is a beautiful hotel with spacious rooms the beds were the best ones we had our whole holiday. The shower was awesome had great pressure and it had a washer dryer which was a bonus.Parking cost but it is a great rate and easy to get in and out. Can not fault the hotel
10
Tracey
12 Oct 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
We enjoyed the room. The bed was comfy, the room warm, and the bathroom immaculate with his and hers vanity's. Very nice. Our favorite routine was to .wake up, hit the well-equipped gym, and go to breakfast at the hotel restaurant. The buffet breakfast was top knotch. And then spend the day sightseeing before catching up with our student son for dinner. Then we would use the clothes washer and dryer to get the gym clothes ready for the next day. The staff are very friendly, respectful and helpful. I think we will stay at Distinction Hotels wherever we are.
We enjoyed the room. The bed was comfy, the room warm, and the bathroom immaculate with his and hers vanity's. Very nice. Our favorite routine was to .wake up, hit the well-equipped gym, and go to breakfast at the hotel restaurant. The buffet breakfast was top knotch. And then spend the day sightseeing before catching up with our student son for dinner. Then we would use the clothes washer and dryer to get the gym clothes ready for the next day. The staff are very friendly, respectful and helpful. I think we will stay at Distinction Hotels wherever we are.
8
Stephen
27 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
10
Benjamin
13 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Had a lovely stay at the Distinction Hotel Dunedin. Quiet, safe and staff were very attentive. Room was very spacious with kitchenette and washing machine and tumble dryer. Breakfast was one of the best I have at stying at a hotel.
Had a lovely stay at the Distinction Hotel Dunedin. Quiet, safe and staff were very attentive. Room was very spacious with kitchenette and washing machine and tumble dryer. Breakfast was one of the best I have at stying at a hotel.
8
jade
20 Apr 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Nice size apartment with washing machine couch to relax gym on site restaurant
Nice size apartment with washing machine couch to relax gym on site restaurant
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Cleanliness
Rooms and public areas are consistently described as very clean or spotless. Only rare complaints appear.
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10
pramod
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Great staff and clean room.
Great staff and clean room.
10
Haydi
19 Aug 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
The hotel is excellent quality and probably one of the top 2 hotels in Dunedin. Very convenient car parking building right opposite the hotel and it's about a 10min walk to The Octagon for bars, restaurants and cafes. Shopping on George Street is another 3 min walk. The reception staff were polite and friendly and they very kindly gave us our room earlier than the check-in time. I was very impressed with our king room which is clean, tidy and spacious. It had a kitchenette, washing machine/dryer and plenty of storage for longer stays. The bathroom was modern and huge. Loved the large walk-in shower. Just a pity there wasn't any shelf in the shower to put my toiletries, only the very small soap dish on the slide rail. Missed opportunity here for a recessed wall shelf. Also would've been good to have one of those mirrors that self de-mist as the extractor fan didn't seem to do a good job of removing the shower steam quickly. The TV only had Sky movie options instead of being a Smart TV with viewing platform options like Netflix. This is limiting as you have to start watching the movies at the set start times rather than when you want to. Extremely soft and comfortable king bed. Loved it. A buffet breakfast was included in the very reasonably priced room. The breakfast options were the standard hot and cold options, but all very fresh and tasty. A lovely tastefully decorated restaurant/dining area. Highly recommended. I'd definitely stay there again.
The hotel is excellent quality and probably one of the top 2 hotels in Dunedin. Very convenient car parking building right opposite the hotel and it's about a 10min walk to The Octagon for bars, restaurants and cafes. Shopping on George Street is another 3 min walk. The reception staff were polite and friendly and they very kindly gave us our room earlier than the check-in time. I was very impressed with our king room which is clean, tidy and spacious. It had a kitchenette, washing machine/dryer and plenty of storage for longer stays. The bathroom was modern and huge. Loved the large walk-in shower. Just a pity there wasn't any shelf in the shower to put my toiletries, only the very small soap dish on the slide rail. Missed opportunity here for a recessed wall shelf. Also would've been good to have one of those mirrors that self de-mist as the extractor fan didn't seem to do a good job of removing the shower steam quickly. The TV only had Sky movie options instead of being a Smart TV with viewing platform options like Netflix. This is limiting as you have to start watching the movies at the set start times rather than when you want to. Extremely soft and comfortable king bed. Loved it. A buffet breakfast was included in the very reasonably priced room. The breakfast options were the standard hot and cold options, but all very fresh and tasty. A lovely tastefully decorated restaurant/dining area. Highly recommended. I'd definitely stay there again.
10
Senaa
3 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Beautiful hotel Amazing service Spotless Loved it Definitely staying there again
Beautiful hotel Amazing service Spotless Loved it Definitely staying there again
10
Christopher
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It is an easy walk to most things in Dunedin. Super clean and roomy
It is an easy walk to most things in Dunedin. Super clean and roomy
10
Hannah Kay
25 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean warm room..great bathroom..☆Excellent Comfortable Bed☆ Friendly Staff☆ Breakfast was ok..good variety.
Lovely clean warm room..great bathroom..☆Excellent Comfortable Bed☆ Friendly Staff☆ Breakfast was ok..good variety.
10
Kylie
3 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Everything was prefect for our stay. Clean, comfortable everything you need in your room. Definitely coming back
Everything was prefect for our stay. Clean, comfortable everything you need in your room. Definitely coming back
10
Kristy
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Gorgeous hotel. Super clean, super comfy with all the available amenities. Front desk staff and house keeping were wonderful. We look forward to staying here again.
Gorgeous hotel. Super clean, super comfy with all the available amenities. Front desk staff and house keeping were wonderful. We look forward to staying here again.
10
sanjay
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
10
Yoko
8 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean room with good amenities and great location
Clean room with good amenities and great location
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Tricia
3 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a last minute booking for us as we had to change a date. We've been in NZ for thirty days and this is the only large hotel we've stayed in. The bedroom was spotlessly clean, shower great, bed comfy but what was great was the fact that there was a washing machine and tumble drier in the ensuite!! We had breakfast included too which was a nice treat but the coffee choice was poor. Oh and I loved the thick towels in the room. Great location too.
This was a last minute booking for us as we had to change a date. We've been in NZ for thirty days and this is the only large hotel we've stayed in. The bedroom was spotlessly clean, shower great, bed comfy but what was great was the fact that there was a washing machine and tumble drier in the ensuite!! We had breakfast included too which was a nice treat but the coffee choice was poor. Oh and I loved the thick towels in the room. Great location too.
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Rooms
Suites are spacious, quiet and comfortable, with great showers or large baths and excellent beds; many have kitchenettes and laundry. Some note outdated TVs, a dark layout or view in a few rooms, occasional noise, or temperature issues.
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10
Gill
1 Jan 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Friendly staff. Hotel room was outstanding in every way with a kitchenette and laundry washer plus dryer. Bed was so comfortable. So loved this hotel
Friendly staff. Hotel room was outstanding in every way with a kitchenette and laundry washer plus dryer. Bed was so comfortable. So loved this hotel
8
Heramb
14 Mar 2025
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Stayed 1 night
it was clean and nice. TV could have movies preloaded
it was clean and nice. TV could have movies preloaded
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sanjay
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
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Morris
8 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a great stay at the Distinction. We stayed in the executive suit, and it was a fantastic room. Lovely and clean, nice staff, comfortable bed and in general great facilities. But there was one disappointment, and it was their TV's. They are too old. You can't connect with your phone and in general way out of date. Where live streaming is commonplace everywhere now, I was surprised that this was an issue. Get that fixed and get that fixed soon I would suggest.
We had a great stay at the Distinction. We stayed in the executive suit, and it was a fantastic room. Lovely and clean, nice staff, comfortable bed and in general great facilities. But there was one disappointment, and it was their TV's. They are too old. You can't connect with your phone and in general way out of date. Where live streaming is commonplace everywhere now, I was surprised that this was an issue. Get that fixed and get that fixed soon I would suggest.
10
Melissa
18 Dec 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Excellent hotel! Great staff exquisite beds and great water pressure in the shower!
Excellent hotel! Great staff exquisite beds and great water pressure in the shower!
10
Kate
7 Jun 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
I LOVED this hotel and wish I could have stayed longer. I would definitely stay again. I was in an executive suite, which was very spacious. PROs: HUGE bathtub, washer-dryer in the room with soap packets, easy to hook laptop up to giant TV using an HDMI cable (they loaned me one), the heat/AC is very quiet, soundproofing is excellent, food is excellent, lots of drawers, 2 narrow closets, kettle and milk for tea (also a nepresso), comfortable bed, nice robes and slippers, great water pressure, both wand and rainshower heads in shower CONs: It feels a bit rude to complain about anything, but... the curtains are reversed -- sheers on the room side and blackout curtains on the window side which was weird and not convenient, the couch seat cushions were terribly overused and sink so low that using the ottoman was then very uncomfortable, the tap water is not good (chemical smell) and there is no complementary alternative - carried a lot of water from the convenience store 3 blocks away every day, shower door didn't close right so some water out on the floor which could get dangerously slippery All in all, GREAT experience. Service was excellent -- Tim served me for dinner all 4 nights and was a delight. The front desk people were friendly and helpful as well. I felt quite welcome. THANK YOU DISTINCTION.
I LOVED this hotel and wish I could have stayed longer. I would definitely stay again. I was in an executive suite, which was very spacious. PROs: HUGE bathtub, washer-dryer in the room with soap packets, easy to hook laptop up to giant TV using an HDMI cable (they loaned me one), the heat/AC is very quiet, soundproofing is excellent, food is excellent, lots of drawers, 2 narrow closets, kettle and milk for tea (also a nepresso), comfortable bed, nice robes and slippers, great water pressure, both wand and rainshower heads in shower CONs: It feels a bit rude to complain about anything, but... the curtains are reversed -- sheers on the room side and blackout curtains on the window side which was weird and not convenient, the couch seat cushions were terribly overused and sink so low that using the ottoman was then very uncomfortable, the tap water is not good (chemical smell) and there is no complementary alternative - carried a lot of water from the convenience store 3 blocks away every day, shower door didn't close right so some water out on the floor which could get dangerously slippery All in all, GREAT experience. Service was excellent -- Tim served me for dinner all 4 nights and was a delight. The front desk people were friendly and helpful as well. I felt quite welcome. THANK YOU DISTINCTION.
10
Carole R
25 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were spacious and tastefully furnished. The bed was amazing. Quiet. An easy walk to the train station and restaurants.
The rooms were spacious and tastefully furnished. The bed was amazing. Quiet. An easy walk to the train station and restaurants.
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Marie
16 Mar 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nice staff, good location. Just a really disappointing suite. Bedroom was nice but awful living layout and really dark. Be sure to ask for the rooms with a view, as this looked out on the other wing of the hotel which is pretty bleak.
Nice staff, good location. Just a really disappointing suite. Bedroom was nice but awful living layout and really dark. Be sure to ask for the rooms with a view, as this looked out on the other wing of the hotel which is pretty bleak.
10
Paul
2 Nov 2024
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Stayed 4 nights
This hotel was perfect for our 3 day stay in Dunedin. Good dining options and hotel bar. Room was generous in size and comfortable. Only slight issue was a rumbling noise coming from what sounded like large dryers on our floor until around midnight every night.
This hotel was perfect for our 3 day stay in Dunedin. Good dining options and hotel bar. Room was generous in size and comfortable. Only slight issue was a rumbling noise coming from what sounded like large dryers on our floor until around midnight every night.
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Jan
10 Oct 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The Distinction is always our go to when in Dunedin or Christchurch. It's always a great stay and I would have given it 5 stars across the board however we had a terrible king size bed with a hump in the middle and bad sagging on both sides. Back was killing me when I woke up. I advised reception on checkout and they were going to get it removed. It was so unlike previous stays with them as the beds are usually fabulous. Otherwise everything else was fabulous.
The Distinction is always our go to when in Dunedin or Christchurch. It's always a great stay and I would have given it 5 stars across the board however we had a terrible king size bed with a hump in the middle and bad sagging on both sides. Back was killing me when I woke up. I advised reception on checkout and they were going to get it removed. It was so unlike previous stays with them as the beds are usually fabulous. Otherwise everything else was fabulous.
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Service
Feedback highlights friendly, helpful staff across reception, housekeeping and the restaurant, with smooth check-ins and helpful upgrades or late check-outs. A few reports cite slow restaurant service or limited weekend maintenance response.
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Gordon
23 Feb 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Restaurant service not well organized
Restaurant service not well organized
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Kranthi
14 Oct 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic service by the staff at the desk and the restaurant.
Fantastic service by the staff at the desk and the restaurant.
10
Hilary
26 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Check in was friendly and with ease. Restaurant food and service was fantastic. Our rooms were dark, quiet and comfortable. Thank you
Check in was friendly and with ease. Restaurant food and service was fantastic. Our rooms were dark, quiet and comfortable. Thank you
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Lisa
23 Aug 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
I recently stayed at this hotel and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. The facilities were outstanding — from the luxurious rooms to the gym, and restaurant, everything was thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation. What truly set this hotel apart, though, was the exceptional customer service. Every staff member I interacted with was professional, warm, and genuinely attentive. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was seamless and enjoyable. Whether it was front desk assistance or housekeeping, the level of care was consistent and impressive. Overall, this hotel exceeded expectations in every way. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly premium and memorable stay. I can’t wait to come back.
I recently stayed at this hotel and was thoroughly impressed by the experience. The facilities were outstanding — from the luxurious rooms to the gym, and restaurant, everything was thoughtfully designed for comfort and relaxation. What truly set this hotel apart, though, was the exceptional customer service. Every staff member I interacted with was professional, warm, and genuinely attentive. They went above and beyond to ensure my stay was seamless and enjoyable. Whether it was front desk assistance or housekeeping, the level of care was consistent and impressive. Overall, this hotel exceeded expectations in every way. I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a truly premium and memorable stay. I can’t wait to come back.
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Joe
16 Jan 2026
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Stayed 5 nights
Staff were helpful in so many ways!
Staff were helpful in so many ways!
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Heng
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
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Kristy
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a horrible stay the first night. The thermostat/air con wasn't working and our room felt like 30C. My husband and I had sore, dry throats and were stuffed up by the morning. We got zero sleep that night it was so hot. Luckily there was another room available for us the next night and we finally got some sleep. (No maintenance on weekends.) We ate at the Parcel's Restaurant both nights we were there and it far exceeded expectations! Highly recommend the restaurant.
We had a horrible stay the first night. The thermostat/air con wasn't working and our room felt like 30C. My husband and I had sore, dry throats and were stuffed up by the morning. We got zero sleep that night it was so hot. Luckily there was another room available for us the next night and we finally got some sleep. (No maintenance on weekends.) We ate at the Parcel's Restaurant both nights we were there and it far exceeded expectations! Highly recommend the restaurant.
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Stephen
27 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
10
Betty
6 Feb 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Excellent hotel! We had a one bedroom suite and it was perfect. Lots of room. Liked the bathroom - great shower and nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal in the room. Very comfortable bed. Great air conditioning too. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant we’ve ever had. We ate 3 of 7 dinners there. Wonderful breakfast buffet too. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. They accommodated our request for a late check-out which was much appreciated. I would absolutely stay here again.
Excellent hotel! We had a one bedroom suite and it was perfect. Lots of room. Liked the bathroom - great shower and nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal in the room. Very comfortable bed. Great air conditioning too. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant we’ve ever had. We ate 3 of 7 dinners there. Wonderful breakfast buffet too. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. They accommodated our request for a late check-out which was much appreciated. I would absolutely stay here again.
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Mary
16 Nov 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Help at the front desk was outstanding.
Help at the front desk was outstanding.
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Location
Central and walkable to the Octagon, railway station and city dining, making it easy to explore. Guests also find parking access straightforward.
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Tamara
3 Jan 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Loved our stay here. Clean room, modern spaces. Helpful staff. Easy parking next door. Close to lots of shops and restaurants, a few blocks from the Octagon and the train station. Would definitely stay again!
Loved our stay here. Clean room, modern spaces. Helpful staff. Easy parking next door. Close to lots of shops and restaurants, a few blocks from the Octagon and the train station. Would definitely stay again!
10
Patrick
28 Nov 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Great Hotel, Great Location, enough Parking right next door! Would stay again there!
Great Hotel, Great Location, enough Parking right next door! Would stay again there!
10
SUNIL
6 May 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Fantastic place to stay, as a solo traveller mad a great base to walk around during the day and enjoy the eateries, at the restaurant nice meal and on line with the $ the quality was there
Fantastic place to stay, as a solo traveller mad a great base to walk around during the day and enjoy the eateries, at the restaurant nice meal and on line with the $ the quality was there
10
Christopher
27 Apr 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It is an easy walk to most things in Dunedin. Super clean and roomy
It is an easy walk to most things in Dunedin. Super clean and roomy
10
Cherie
26 Oct 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Really nice hotel with a good location.
Really nice hotel with a good location.
10
sanjay
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
8
Heng
2 Jan 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
Friendly staff and convenient location in the city.
10
Bruce
13 Apr 2024
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Stayed 1 night
One night stay. Very comfortable. Pretty quiet for city centre. Great for walking. Excellent parking options
One night stay. Very comfortable. Pretty quiet for city centre. Great for walking. Excellent parking options
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Carole R
25 May 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The rooms were spacious and tastefully furnished. The bed was amazing. Quiet. An easy walk to the train station and restaurants.
The rooms were spacious and tastefully furnished. The bed was amazing. Quiet. An easy walk to the train station and restaurants.
10
Wayne
24 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great location fast check in & out
Great location fast check in & out
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Dining
Parcels restaurant and room service receive strong praise and the breakfast buffet is frequently enjoyed. Recurrent downsides include breakfast being overpriced or basic, filtered coffee, restricted a la carte options, and occasional slow service.
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Sandie
20 Jul 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Bed extremely comfortable. Staff very helpful. Breakfast great. Dinner- average , limited veggie options.
Bed extremely comfortable. Staff very helpful. Breakfast great. Dinner- average , limited veggie options.
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Donald
18 Dec 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Interesting repurposing of a historic Post Office building… Clean & comfortable overall… In-room laundry was a big plus… Buffet breakfast was basic & unchanging day after day… Halal/Kosher options were available…
Interesting repurposing of a historic Post Office building… Clean & comfortable overall… In-room laundry was a big plus… Buffet breakfast was basic & unchanging day after day… Halal/Kosher options were available…
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sanjay
17 Nov 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
Terrific hotel, great location! Very clean, quiet. Really liked our suite, and the unexpected washer/dryer was a big help. Great restaurant and breakfasts! Friendly, helpful staff. Highly recommend!
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Donna
14 Apr 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Property extremely clean, breakfast overpriced
Property extremely clean, breakfast overpriced
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Rosa
1 Sept 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The suite was wonderful—very spacious; lovely rain shower; staff was friendly, courteous and helpful with restaurant recommendations and sites to explore. Food at the hotel restaurant was great—we had a fabulous lamb dinner one evening—it was the best meal we had while visiting Australia and NZ. Go to the restaurant—you won’t be disappointed.
The suite was wonderful—very spacious; lovely rain shower; staff was friendly, courteous and helpful with restaurant recommendations and sites to explore. Food at the hotel restaurant was great—we had a fabulous lamb dinner one evening—it was the best meal we had while visiting Australia and NZ. Go to the restaurant—you won’t be disappointed.
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Kristy
4 Jul 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a horrible stay the first night. The thermostat/air con wasn't working and our room felt like 30C. My husband and I had sore, dry throats and were stuffed up by the morning. We got zero sleep that night it was so hot. Luckily there was another room available for us the next night and we finally got some sleep. (No maintenance on weekends.) We ate at the Parcel's Restaurant both nights we were there and it far exceeded expectations! Highly recommend the restaurant.
We had a horrible stay the first night. The thermostat/air con wasn't working and our room felt like 30C. My husband and I had sore, dry throats and were stuffed up by the morning. We got zero sleep that night it was so hot. Luckily there was another room available for us the next night and we finally got some sleep. (No maintenance on weekends.) We ate at the Parcel's Restaurant both nights we were there and it far exceeded expectations! Highly recommend the restaurant.
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Peter
13 Oct 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Well situated. Within walking distance of central city shops and sightseeing interests. Close to public transport. Great cafes nearby, particularly Vogel Kitchen. Great meals served at Parcels restaurant.
Well situated. Within walking distance of central city shops and sightseeing interests. Close to public transport. Great cafes nearby, particularly Vogel Kitchen. Great meals served at Parcels restaurant.
10
Ruelle
26 Dec 2024
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Stayed 1 night
I give you a distinction for your hotel room! It was perfect. Comes with everything we need and the furnishings was luxurious. The price comes with hotel breakfast but the coffee is from filtered coffee. This is the only slight disappointment during the stay
I give you a distinction for your hotel room! It was perfect. Comes with everything we need and the furnishings was luxurious. The price comes with hotel breakfast but the coffee is from filtered coffee. This is the only slight disappointment during the stay
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Stephen
27 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
Very nice hotel, room was excellent. Checkin and checkout was quick and easy. Only aspect that let it down is the restaurant - it appears they’re understaffed as service was slow - add to that breakfast was very overpriced which was disappointing. Apart from that, all good. 4/5.
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Betty
6 Feb 2026
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Stayed 7 nights
Excellent hotel! We had a one bedroom suite and it was perfect. Lots of room. Liked the bathroom - great shower and nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal in the room. Very comfortable bed. Great air conditioning too. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant we’ve ever had. We ate 3 of 7 dinners there. Wonderful breakfast buffet too. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. They accommodated our request for a late check-out which was much appreciated. I would absolutely stay here again.
Excellent hotel! We had a one bedroom suite and it was perfect. Lots of room. Liked the bathroom - great shower and nice to have a washer and dryer at our disposal in the room. Very comfortable bed. Great air conditioning too. The restaurant was the best hotel restaurant we’ve ever had. We ate 3 of 7 dinners there. Wonderful breakfast buffet too. All of the staff were friendly and very helpful. They accommodated our request for a late check-out which was much appreciated. I would absolutely stay here again.
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Linda
2 weeks ago
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Stayed 1 night
Great hotel in convenient location. Great bathroom with added bonus of washer and dryer to do laundry. Extensive Breakfast menu. Highly recommend this hotel.
Great hotel in convenient location. Great bathroom with added bonus of washer and dryer to do laundry. Extensive Breakfast menu. Highly recommend this hotel.
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Kathryn
27 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Generously sized and comfortable hotel room, with convenient secure parking onsite.
Generously sized and comfortable hotel room, with convenient secure parking onsite.
8
Peter Franz
6 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice hotel just a bit expensive for what it is
Nice hotel just a bit expensive for what it is
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Patricia
18 Jul 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Staff were accommodating on our arrival as we arrived half an hour before check in. We did offer to wait about or go for a walk but our room was ready and we were able to check in. Parking was convenient and we enjoyed a lovely walk down to the train station.
Staff were accommodating on our arrival as we arrived half an hour before check in. We did offer to wait about or go for a walk but our room was ready and we were able to check in. Parking was convenient and we enjoyed a lovely walk down to the train station.
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Susan
15 Jul 2026
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Stayed 4 nights
The stay was great. Nice staff
The stay was great. Nice staff
Property policies
Check-in
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From 15:00 to 00:00
Before 10:00
FAQs about Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Is parking available at the hotel?
Yes, the hotel offers limited on-site parking. Valet parking is also available for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A full breakfast is available for a fee, served on weekdays from 6 AM to 11 AM and on weekends from 7 AM to 11 AM. The cost is approximately NZD 40 for adults and NZD 19 for children.
Are pets allowed at the hotel?
Pets are not allowed, but service animals are exempt from fees and restrictions.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM and check-out is until 10:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The hotel offers accessible parking options, step-free entrances, and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. Specific details about room accessibility features are not provided.
Where is the hotel located in relation to local attractions?
The hotel is situated in the city center of Dunedin, just minutes away from attractions such as the Regent Theatre, New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame, Dunedin Chinese Garden, and Otago Museum.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are welcome at the hotel. However, extra-person charges may apply, and no rollaway or extra beds are available.
What are the policies regarding extra beds and cribs?
The hotel does not offer rollaway or extra beds. Cribs availability is not specified, and extra-person charges may apply depending on property policy.
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Prices in USD for 2 guests, updated daily.
- 2026-10-21: NO DATA
- 2026-10-22: 540.7267149536133USD
- 2026-10-23: 133.94273671691894USD
- 2026-10-24: 145.62484536987304USD
- 2026-10-25: 154.8987844313049USD
- 2026-10-26: 136.15756980308532USD
- 2026-10-27: 136.6128618257904USD
- 2026-10-28: 146.07130541198728USD
- 2026-10-29: 146.80805690917967USD
- 2026-10-30: 136.2715896455383USD
- 2026-10-31: 165.77369113723753USD
- 2026-11-01: 166.89095379821777USD
- 2026-11-02: 211.8615675288391USD
- 2026-11-03: 186.02537128326415USD
- 2026-11-04: 187.54904198135375USD
- 2026-11-05: 200.89522586105346USD
- 2026-11-06: 174.20285810165404USD
- 2026-11-07: 193.87092576278684USD
- 2026-11-08: 187.54904198135375USD
- 2026-11-09: 202.8674447827148USD
- 2026-11-10: 202.8674447827148USD
- 2026-11-11: 197.87070041473388USD
- 2026-11-12: 205.10982645950315USD
- 2026-11-13: 161.8942094302368USD
- 2026-11-14: 182.63202506607053USD
- 2026-11-15: 224.7778770043945USD
- 2026-11-16: 200.19280954421995USD
- 2026-11-17: 174.20285810165404USD
- 2026-11-18: 189.6563422805786USD
- 2026-11-19: 328.03523222534176USD
- 2026-11-20: 305.55743083190913USD
- 2026-11-21: 229.69489391967772USD
- 2026-11-22: 199.89229969299313USD
- 2026-11-23: 354.0740334210205USD
- 2026-11-24: 213.05078686889647USD
- 2026-11-25: 215.25369849288938USD
- 2026-11-26: 220.6689691969299USD
- 2026-11-27: 312.27370704895014USD
- 2026-11-28: 188.25147541442868USD
- 2026-11-29: 204.7139277946472USD
- 2026-11-30: 317.25271899078365USD
- 2026-12-01: 204.7139277946472USD
- 2026-12-02: 205.15006674316405USD
- 2026-12-03: 204.93200582702636USD
- 2026-12-04: 204.4073930264282USD
- 2026-12-05: 215.25369849288938USD
- 2026-12-06: 203.86590361175536USD
- 2026-12-07: 204.1664305792236USD
- 2026-12-08: 204.7139277946472USD
- 2026-12-09: 198.68082923904416USD
- 2026-12-10: 189.9519397705078USD
- 2026-12-11: 202.90742832275387USD
- 2026-12-12: 212.3946528689575USD
- 2026-12-13: 184.3370423423767USD
- 2026-12-14: 196.54864192474363USD
- 2026-12-15: 196.5429079838562USD
- 2026-12-16: 198.68082923904416USD
- 2026-12-17: 178.41744158386228USD
- 2026-12-18: 168.5834077532959USD
- 2026-12-19: 178.41744158386228USD
- 2026-12-20: 158.7493739227295USD
- 2026-12-21: 158.04694048965453USD
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