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Sahara Motels

2.5 star property
Hotel perfectly located for exploring North Dunedin

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Daily continental breakfast for a fee
Exterior
Standard Room, Non Smoking (Large Ensuite Rooms)
32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels, TV
Interior

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Breakfast available
  • Laundry
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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619 George Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, University of Otago
    โ€ช2 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Otago Museum
    โ€ช3 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Place, Dunedin Botanic Garden
    โ€ช10 min walkโ€ฌ
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    โ€ช31 min driveโ€ฌ

Room options

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1 Bedroom Family Apartment

1 Bedroom Family Apartment

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 38 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 2 Twin Beds
  • Free WiFi

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Basic One-Bedroom Apartment with Private Bathroom

Basic One-Bedroom Apartment with Private Bathroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)
  • 32 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Twin Bed and 1 Queen Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the area

Dunedin

North Dunedin stay.At this North Dunedin hotel, you'll be within a 5-minute walk of University of Otago and Otago Museum. Dunedin Botanic Garden and Olveston are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Otago - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Otago Museum - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Botanic Garden - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • The Octagon - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 19 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • โ€ชStaff Club - โ€ฌ6 min walk
  • โ€ชThe Good Earth Cafe - โ€ฌ5 min walk
  • โ€ชRE:BURGER - โ€ฌ4 min walk
  • โ€ชSt David Cafe - โ€ฌ7 min walk
  • โ€ชBurger Plant - โ€ฌ6 min walk

About this property

Sahara Motels

Hotel perfectly located for exploring North Dunedin
As a guest of Sahara Motels, you'll find tour/ticket assistance, concierge services, and laundry facilities. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis.

This Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 28 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • No smoking on site
Sahara Motels offers 28 accommodations with air conditioning. 32-inch flat-screen televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include showers. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and change of towels can be requested.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Laundry facilities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite self parking

Food and drink

  • Daily continental breakfast available 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM for a fee: NZD 18 for adults and NZD 18 for children

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
This property enforces quiet hours from 8:30 PM to 7:30 AM
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for continental breakfast: approximately NZD 18.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit 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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

Property class, provided by our rating system, is based on property type, amenities, and services.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Sahara Motels to the airport?

Sahara Motels is 18.5 mi (26-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Sahara Motels?

As of Jun 20, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sahara Motels on Jun 21, 2026 start from CAย $113, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Sahara Motels have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Sahara Motels.

How close is Sahara Motels to the beach?

This hotel is 3.6 mi (12-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 4.5 mi (9-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Sahara Motels offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isnโ€™t provided at Sahara Motels, but continental breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 18.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Sahara Motels?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino (3-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Sahara Motels?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:30 PM.

Is there free parking at Sahara Motels?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Sahara Motels have a pool?

Sahara Motels does not have a pool.

Does Sahara Motels have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Sahara Motels to downtown Dunedin?

Sahara Motels is 0.8 mi away from Dunedin.

Sahara Motels Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 166 out of 438 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 187 out of 438 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 62 out of 438 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 18 out of 438 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 438 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Dawn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Location
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good area. Room clean and well equipped.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Highly responsive staff, very friendly. Great room, comfy bed, brilliant location.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
great place to stay. heated room on arrival too. wonderful
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ken

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
stayed here many times over the years
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The area was good and close to town
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great, clean, warm place
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philippa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great accommodation with amazing staff. Highly recommend
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Zafirah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff and clean apartment.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jolene

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good off street parking Handy location Friebdly staff
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tania

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Small and perfectly formed units.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joyce

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time at this establishment. Pleasantly surprised - great value.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sunil

Place has everything to offer. All amenities (microwave, fridge, toaster oven, plates, pans etc.) Easy walk to campus. Management is very nice and friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

bill

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and handy for us
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable

Comfortable accommodation for 4 people in a room.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
This was so close to all the University Graduation events for our daughter. We appreciated not having to worry about parking and walked to all the events.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Melissa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
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Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

vaughan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Good value

Bathroom mirror was too low . Wash sink in Bathroom was too small .Well appointed kitchen Comfortable beds .handy to town .Walkable to most places Easy check in .
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Asrul Aziz

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
In toilet No rubbish bin ,no liquid shampoo and conditioner . No heater in the room
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

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Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
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Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Property was fine
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely rooms, super friendly and helpful hosts, so convenient to all sorts would book again if back in Dunedin
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Roger

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
We booked the Sahara as it was a 15min walk to Forsyth Barr stadium. Location, parking and price were the main considerations for our family of 4. Got the feeling Jacinda might have a few of her professional beneficiaries living there?? But thats just an assumption. Otherwise it was clean and served our purpose to see the highlanders
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was shabby, springs had gone in the bed. Not a comfortable night at all.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019