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Aurora on George

★★★★ 678 George Street, Dunedin, NZ

9.2 guest rating· 990 reviews

About this hotel

Stylish 4-Star Accommodation

Aurora on George, formerly Cargill's Hotel, offers a completely refurbished 4-star motel experience. Each suite is creatively styled with designer furniture and vibrant pops of color, ensuring a unique and comfortable stay.

Convenient Amenities

Enjoy the convenience of free on-site parking and easy access with an elevator to the first floor. The hotel also offers ground floor rooms to cater to all mobility needs, making it accessible for every guest.

Prime Location

Located in the heart of Dunedin, Aurora on George is just a short walk from the University of Otago and a quick drive from Forsyth Barr Stadium. With Dunedin Airport only 35 minutes away, this hotel is the perfect base for exploring the city.

Experience luxury and convenience at Aurora on George - book your stay now!

Rooms & rates

Executive Studio

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower

Luxury Studio

Sleeps 2 · 40 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

One-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 3 · 48 m² · Twin bed, Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Two-Bedroom Apartment

Sleeps 4 · 60 m² · Extra-large double bed (Super-king size)

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Studio with Garden View

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower

Studio - Disability Access

Sleeps 2 · 28 m² · Queen bed, 2× Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchenette
  • Shower

Premier Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Sleeps 4 · 52 m² · 2× King bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Deluxe Apartment, 1 Bedroom

Sleeps 4 · 48 m² · King bed, Twin bed

  • Desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Bathrobe
  • Private bathroom
  • Kitchen

Amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Spa/wellness center
  • Fitness classes
  • Free Parking
  • Accessible parking
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Air conditioning
  • Golf course
  • Tour desk
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Family rooms
  • Aerobics
  • Babysitting/child services
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  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Coffee Shop on site
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Designated smoking area
  • Dry cleaning
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Fax/photocopying
  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Food delivered to guest room
  • Garden
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Heating
  • Key card access
  • Laundry
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Lower bathroom sink
  • Luggage storage
  • Massage services
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Personal trainer
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Private check-in/check-out
  • Process in place to check health of guests
  • Sanitized tableware & silverware
  • Security alarm
  • Shared stationery like menus, pens are removed
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Yoga classes

Location

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678 George Street, Dunedin, NZ

Check-in
from 02:00 PM to 09:00 PM
Check-out
until 10:00 AM

What guests say9.2990 reviews

+ Clean and tidy+ Friendly staffInternet was inaccessibleSome noise disturbances
Cleanliness9.0
Service9.5
Location9.5
Room Quality9.0
Amenities9.0
Value for Money9.0

Comfortable, warm unit, clean and easy access with parking.

10.0

Clean, comfortable room, good King size bed. Bathroom in good condition and plenty of hot water pressure.

Nothing

rutherford · NZ · 2026-07-12

Amazing! Very friendly and helpful receptionists, clean room and comfortable beds. Will be back.

10.0

Clean room, comfortable bed and friendly receptionists, highly recommended.

Nothing at all.

Elisapesi · NZ · 2026-07-08

Guest review

8.0

Location is great and unit is warm.

I have stayed here a lot over the years and I think the standards have dropped slightly,

Tony · NZ · 2026-07-06

Guest review

6.0

Room was comfortable.

Was informed that my room is on the ground floor but it was actually on the 2nd floor. There was a lift but I still had to carry my luggage quite a distance to my room from where my car was.parked.

THREELEAVELOVE · SG · 2026-06-28

Good to know

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

A deposit may be required at the property.

Groups

When booking more than 4 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Parking

Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Internet

WiFi is available in the hotel rooms and is free of charge.

Children and extra bed policy

Children of any age are allowed.

Children up to and including 2 years old stay for NZD 20 per person per night when using an available cot.

Children up to and including 17 years old stay for NZD 30 per person per night when using an existing bed.

You haven't added any extra beds.

Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.

Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.