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85 Musselburgh Rise, Dunedin, New Zealand
Arcadian Motel is located in a quiet area of Dunedin, just 7 minutes’ drive from the city centre. Free WiFi and free car parking are included. 7kW AC car charging avaiable on first in first served basis. All rooms feature a private bathroom and a 40-55 inch Smart TV with Netflix and steaming on demand. All rooms include a spacious living room, full kitchen and dining facilities. Arcadian Motel is close to all of Dunedin's major sporting venues and beaches. Dunedin is the gateway to the Otago Peninsula, famous for its albatross and penguin colonies, and Larnach Castle.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
Airport shuttle
8.8
Excellent
221 reviews
Location
2.8 km from city centre
243 Moray Place, Dunedin, New Zealand
Hostel in Dunedin, a short walk to University of Otago A microwave in a common area, a refrigerator in a common area, and laundry facilities are available at this smoke-free hostel. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include a TV in a common area. Uptown Backpackers offers 7 accommodations. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)). Bathrooms include showers. Housekeeping is provided daily.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
8.0
Excellent
729 reviews
Location
0.2 km from city centre
821 Cumberland Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
Aparthotel with free parking, steps from University of Otago This smoke-free aparthotel features laundry facilities, a garden, and free self parking. WiFi in public areas is free. Each apartment provides a kitchen with a refrigerator, an oven, a stovetop, and a microwave. For a bit of entertainment, a flat-screen TV comes with digital channels, and guests can also appreciate conveniences like a dining area and a sitting area. Housekeeping is available on request. Cumberland Motel offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Accommodations offer separate sitting areas. Accommodations at this 3.5-star aparthotel have kitchens with refrigerators, stovetops, microwaves, and separate dining areas. Bathrooms include showers and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Flat-screen televisions come with premium digital channels. Irons/ironing boards and change of towels can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
7.4
Good
724 reviews
Location
1.7 km from city centre
Dunedin, New Zealand
Situated in Dunedin, 6.6 km from Forsyth Barr Stadium and 7.9 km from Taieri Gorge Railway, Braestone Lodge features accommodation with free WiFi and a garden with a terrace and sea views. The lodge offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with free toiletries, a hairdryer and shower. Some units also have a kitchen equipped with an oven, a microwave, and a stovetop. If you would like to discover the area, hiking and cycling are possible in the surroundings. Toitu Otago Settlers Museum is 8.3 km from Braestone Lodge, while Otago Museum is 8.6 km from the property. Dunedin Airport is 35 km away.
Air conditioning
9.2
Excellent
70 reviews
Location
7.0 km from city centre
46 Baldwin Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
While you're here, you can enjoy all the comforts of home and more, including free WiFi and an LCD TV, as well as a garden and a furnished balcony. Other amenities include towels, multilingual staff, coffee/tea, and a laptop-friendly workspace.
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
7.9
Good
236 reviews
Location
3.6 km from city centre

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How much is a budget hotel in Dunedin tonight?

Users have found prices for budget hotels in Dunedin tonight starting as low as $32, rising to an average cost of $298, based on searches in the last 72 hours. Prices start from $32 for a 4-star budget hotel in Dunedin for tonight.

Top-rated Budget hotels in Dunedin

Browse through properties in Dunedin that have received the highest ratings from guests. There are currently 127 properties in Dunedin and data was last updated on 7 November 2025.
According to our users, these are some of the best hotels to stay at in Dunedin. Learn why these hotels were rated among the best by reading user reviews.
Dunedin, New Zealand
4.3 km from city centre
$258
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123 Princes Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$133
Avg. per night

Other accommodations in Dunedin

Discover the ideal holiday rental or hostel for your stay in Dunedin. Choose from a variety of options among the available accommodations. Listings are regularly updated, with the latest information as of 7 November 2025.
Dunedin, New Zealand
3.5 km from city centre
$88
Avg. per night
71 Stafford Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$69
Avg. per night
243 Moray Place, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Air conditioning
$73
Avg. per night
475 George Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$177
Avg. per night
85 Gordon Road, Dunedin, New Zealand
11.9 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$159
Avg. per night
10 Carroll Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.8 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$129
Avg. per night
77 Stuart Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.2 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$173
Avg. per night
6 Liverpool Street, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.6 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
$253
Avg. per night
27 Queens Gardens, Dunedin, New Zealand
0.3 km from city centre
Free Wi-Fi
Parking
$120
Avg. per night

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Dunedin Budget hotels - FAQs

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  • How many budget hotels are there in total in Dunedin?

    There are 127 Dunedin budget hotels available out of a total 396 hotels that you can book on HotelsCombined.

  • Which are the most popular Dunedin budget hotels?

    HotelsCombined users’ favourite budget hotels in Dunedin are Chalet Backpackers, Uptown Backpackers, and On Top Backpackers. With a rating of 9.2/10, On Top Backpackers is the highest-rated hotel.

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