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A balcony with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a breakfast setup including toast, juice, and a cup.

A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol on the floor.

A modern hotel hallway with a large mirror, a chandelier, and a vase with flowers.

A kitchen with a built-in oven, a microwave, and a window with blinds.

1. Bluestone On George

North Dunedin, 1.1 km from The Octagon

Darryl

HK$942

HK$1,083 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

A hallway with a patterned carpet, a wooden door with glass panels, and a chandelier.

A balcony with a view of a cityscape and water.

A room with large windows, a view of a historic building, and a large plant.

2. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin City Centre, 0.5 km from The Octagon

Leanne

HK$1,004

HK$1,154 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A bedroom with a bed, a wooden headboard, a stone wall, a window with blinds, and a sliding barn door.

A compact kitchen with a sliding door, a small refrigerator, a coffee maker, and a window with a view of greenery.

A kitchen with a brick wall, a black stove, white cabinets, and a window with blinds.

A two-story building with a sign reading 'The Stables.'

3. The Stables Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre, 0.8 km from The Octagon

Owen

HK$703

HK$809 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

A hotel with a reception area, a sign indicating 50+ channels, and a sign for free WiFi.

A modern living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a TV, and a desk.

A compact kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, and a small countertop.

4. Amross Motel

North Dunedin, 1.3 km from The Octagon

Claire

HK$761

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table. There is a living area with a sofa and a coffee table.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a headboard, a nightstand, a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

A bar area with a bartender preparing a drink, shelves with various bottles, and a seating area with chairs and a table.

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Dunedin City Centre, 0.6 km from The Octagon

Dan

HK$998

HK$1,148 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A modern interior with hanging ferns and a large potted plant.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a seating area with a red chair, and a view of the ocean through large windows.

A modern kitchen with dark wood cabinetry, a stainless steel sink, and a microwave above it.

A modern interior with a central seating area, glass railings, and a view of the ocean.

6. Ebb-Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre, 0.5 km from The Octagon

Andrew

HK$1,106

HK$1,272 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

A modern building with a glass facade, a green bridge, and surrounding greenery.

A neatly made bed with white and dark blue pillows, a dark headboard, and a wall-mounted painting of the aurora borealis.

A balcony with a bed, a chair, and a table.

7. Aurora On George

North Dunedin, 1.4 km from The Octagon

Mike

HK$739

HK$850 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central staircase, a parking area, and a view of a forested hillside.

A modern living room with a round mirror reflecting the space, a sofa, a coffee table, and a TV.

A kitchen with white tiles, a wooden cabinet, a coffee maker, two white cups, and a vase with flowers.

A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel dishwasher, an oven, and a microwave. There is a window with blinds, a shelf with kitchenware, and a potted plant.

8. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

North Dunedin, 1.7 km from The Octagon

Kelly

HK$884

HK$1,017 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.

A garden pathway with white and pink flowers, surrounded by lush greenery.

A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, and a built-in oven. There is a dining area with a table and chairs, and a sofa in the background.

A courtyard with a glass building, a small table with chairs, and various plants.

9. 538 Great King Motel

North Dunedin, 1.3 km from The Octagon

Jannette

HK$642

HK$738 total

includes taxes & fees

13 Sept - 14 Sept

A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator, a sink, and a potted plant.

A hotel room with two beds, each with red floral bedding, a grey throw blanket, and a nightstand with a lamp.

A compact living space with a kitchenette, a dining area, and a seating area with a sofa and chairs.

A compact kitchen with a dining area, featuring a microwave, refrigerator, and a small trash bin.

10. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

North Dunedin, 1.5 km from The Octagon

Neeka

HK$641

HK$737 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A row of modern houses with large windows and a parking lot in front.

A modern living room with a grey sofa, two patterned cushions, a wooden coffee table, and sheer curtains on large windows.

A modern bedroom with a grey headboard, a digital clock, and a small bedside table with a book.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a kitchen area in the background.

11. Dunedin Motel and Villas

North Dunedin, 1.2 km from The Octagon

Peter

HK$757

HK$871 total

includes taxes & fees

16 Sept - 17 Sept

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a television, and a window with curtains.

A two-story building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and potted plants.

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a coffee table, a TV stand, and a balcony with curtains.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, a garage door, and a balcony with a metal railing.

12. Alexis Motor Lodge

North Dunedin, 0.9 km from The Octagon

Valda

HK$772

HK$888 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A room with a view of a building through a window with curtains.

A reception desk with a framed landscape painting above it, a clock, and a smoke detector on the wall.

A compact kitchen with a microwave, sink, and a painting on the wall.

A staircase with a handrail, surrounded by ferns.

13. Motel on York

Dunedin City Centre, 0.3 km from The Octagon

Lianne

HK$762

HK$876 total

includes taxes & fees

18 Sept - 19 Sept

A hotel room with two single beds, a large bed, a nightstand with a lamp, a chair, a window with curtains, and a painting on the wall.

A hallway with a chandelier, a red door, and a leather sofa.

A covered porch with a brick wall, a glass door, and a view of greenery outside.

A two-story house with a curved front porch, a brick foundation, and a tiled roof.

14. Manor on the Park Backpackers

Dunedin City Centre, 1 km from The Octagon

Audrey

HK$409

HK$470 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Sept - 10 Sept

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

A historic building with a classic architectural style, featuring multiple stories, large windows, and a prominent entrance.

A modern hotel room with a blue sofa, a matching armchair, a coffee table, a dining area with a small table and chairs, and a view of the city through large windows.

A three-tiered dessert display on a round table with a woven coaster, accompanied by two glasses of white wine.

15. Fable Dunedin

Dunedin City Centre, 0.6 km from The Octagon

Rebecca

HK$712

HK$819 total

includes taxes & fees

14 Sept - 15 Sept

A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a sofa, a small table, and a TV.

A hallway with a staircase, a large arched doorway, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern hotel room with a sofa, a round table, a blue chair, and a TV. Large windows offer a view of the city.

16. The Chamberson

Dunedin City Centre, 0.2 km from The Octagon

Julia

HK$766

HK$881 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

A covered outdoor seating area with tables and chairs, potted plants, and a doormat.

A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and dining area. There is a kitchen with a sink and cabinets. The room has large windows with curtains.

A modern building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

A hot tub with a bottle of Deutz Brut champagne and two blue martini glasses.

17. Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin City Centre, 0.6 km from The Octagon

Steven

HK$747

HK$880 total

includes taxes & fees

20 Sept - 21 Sept

A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

A modern outdoor seating area with wicker furniture and a glass coffee table.

A glass-top table with wicker chairs, a wall-mounted planter with flowers, and a brick floor.

A modern living room with a black leather sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a dining area with a table and chairs.

18. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

Dunedin City Centre, 0.6 km from The Octagon

Merran

HK$689

HK$793 total

includes taxes & fees

9 Oct - 10 Oct

A neatly made bed with white and gray linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

A modern kitchen with a dining area, including a TV, white chairs, and a wooden table.

A modern hotel room with a glass staircase, a kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

A house with a garden, a tree, and a window.

19. Aria On Bank

North East Valley, 2.4 km from The Octagon

Brendon

HK$539

HK$620 total

includes taxes & fees

22 Sept - 23 Sept

A modern room with a large window overlooking a waterfront, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.

A bedroom with a brick wall, wooden beams, a bed with pillows, a nightstand, a vase with flowers, and a window with a view.

A room with a wooden ceiling, a large window, a potted plant, a chair, and a table.

A wooden staircase with a brick wall and a floral mural.

20. The Thomas Gregg Apartments

Dunedin City Centre, 0.6 km from The Octagon

Jonna

HK$992

HK$1,141 total

includes taxes & fees

10 Sept - 11 Sept

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Compare popular hotels close to The Octagon

Property	Property class	Guest rating
Bluestone On George	10.0 Exceptional 1,000 reviews	View
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel	9.8 Exceptional 92 reviews	View
The Stables Dunedin	9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews	View
Amross Motel	9.8 Exceptional 723 reviews	View
Distinction Dunedin Hotel	9.6 Exceptional 974 reviews	View

Top The Octagon Hotel Reviews

The Thomas Gregg Apartments

8/10 Good

"Lovely character building restored sympathetically to a high standard. We couldn’t operate the cooktop due to being unfamiliar with the technology and the shower had weak water pressure."

Fable Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"Nice clean refurbished rooms - not large but good for me on a business trip. Rooms can be a bit dark but I was out most of the time"

Beach lodge motel

10/10 Excellent

"Great place to stay at budget prices"

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

10/10 Excellent

"An excellent breakfast! Staff friendly and helpful. Interesting place to stay with character features but modern fitout blending old with new"

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

10/10 Excellent

"The bathroom/shower was difficult access for disabled"

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

10/10 Excellent

"Front desk always staffed. Very spacious room."

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

10/10 Excellent

"Great central location, spacious 1 bed unit with washing machine and dryer and parking was included which was a bonus"

The Chamberson

10/10 Excellent

"Big room , great location"

Aurora On George

8/10 Good

"Comfortable place to stay"

Other attractions near The Octagon

A historic building with a clock tower and a cathedral in the background.

Dunedin Town Hall

8.6/10 (330 reviews)

Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.

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An art gallery with a large painting of a river landscape on the wall.

Dunedin Public Art Gallery

9.0/10 (20 reviews)

View work by some of Europe’s finest painters along with exhibits that showcase the abundance of talented artisans in New Zealand.

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A historic building with a sign reading "Regent" and "Otago Theatre Trust" on the facade.

Regent Theatre

9.0/10 (54 reviews)

A busy schedule of book fairs, family-friendly theatrical shows, film screenings, live concerts and well-known Broadway productions makes this city theatre a one-stop venue for cultural events.

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A cathedral interior with high vaulted ceilings, stained glass windows, and rows of wooden pews.

St. Paul's Cathedral

8.6/10 (165 reviews)

Dramatic architecture, exquisite sculptures, superb stained-glass windows and one of the country’s largest pipe organs are all on show at Dunedin’s Anglican cathedral.

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An ornate church interior with wooden beams, a balcony, and stained glass windows.

First Church of Otago

8.8/10 (136 reviews)

With its breathtaking design and stained-glass windows, Dunedin’s most prominent church is often referred to as New Zealand’s finest 19th-century building.

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A modern building with a large triangular roof and glass windows, surrounded by a metal fence and street lamps.

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

9.4/10 (174 reviews)

The extensive collection of interactive displays and intricate scale models bring the fascinating history of the Otago region to life.

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Seriously Twisted

6.0/10 (1 review)

Enjoy an outing to Seriously Twisted during your stay in Dunedin. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

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Temple Gallery

6.0/10 (1 review)

You can browse the exhibits at Temple Gallery, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Dunedin. Wander the beautiful beaches and picturesque gardens in the area.

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Frequently asked questions

What's the area like around The Octagon?

The Octagon is located in a historic area of Dunedin known for its beautiful beaches and charming cafes. If you're looking for a convenient place to stay, take a look at the 126 hotels and other accommodation options you'll find within a mile.

What's the best hotel to stay near The Octagon?

Adjacent to The Octagon, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is one of the top choices for your stay based on our traveller data, and this hotel offers a restaurant and a fitness centre. Other good choices within a short distance include Scenic Hotel Southern Cross and The Victoria Hotel Dunedin.

How many hotels should I expect to find close to The Octagon?

Expedia has 126 hotels and other accommodation options within a mile from The Octagon.

If I need to cancel the hotel reservation for my stay near The Octagon, will I receive a refund?

Yes! Most hotel reservations are refundable provided that you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is usually within 24-48 hours of the scheduled arrival. If your reservation is non-refundable, it might still be possible to cancel it and be given a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to review the best deals available near The Octagon.

What can I see and do near The Octagon?

You'll want to browse the collections at Otago Museum, Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame. While you're exploring, swing by Dunedin Town Hall, Regent Theatre and Olveston to learn a bit about the area. Spend some time wandering around Dunedin Botanic Garden, Signal Hill and Orokonui Ecosanctuary.

How can I get to The Octagon?

If you want to venture outside of the area, hop aboard a train at Dunedin Railway Station. There may not be many public transport choices near to The Octagon so consider renting a car to see more of the area.

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Our top choices for The Octagon hotels

1. Bluestone On George

2. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

3. The Stables Dunedin

4. Amross Motel

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

6. Ebb-Dunedin

7. Aurora On George

8. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

9. 538 Great King Motel

10. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

11. Dunedin Motel and Villas

12. Alexis Motor Lodge

13. Motel on York

14. Manor on the Park Backpackers

15. Fable Dunedin

16. The Chamberson

17. Dunedin Palms Motel

18. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

19. Aria On Bank

20. The Thomas Gregg Apartments

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Top The Octagon Hotel Reviews

The Thomas Gregg Apartments

Fable Dunedin

Beach lodge motel

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

The Chamberson

Aurora On George

Other attractions near The Octagon

Dunedin Town Hall

Dunedin Public Art Gallery

Regent Theatre

St. Paul's Cathedral

First Church of Otago

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

Seriously Twisted

Temple Gallery

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