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Our top choices for Ocean Grove hotels

A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

1. 555 Motel Dunedin

555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
South Dunedin, 4.1 km from Ocean Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (376 reviews)
"Our stay was good, we were only there one night."
Canada
Tammy
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
24 Nov - 25 Nov
555 Motel Dunedin
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

2. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 3.6 km from Ocean Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean and the staff were wonderful and very informative about the area.Great position..5 min walk to beach."
Australia
Eva
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beach lodge motel
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

3. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.2 km from Ocean Grove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"great service, wonderful rooms, helpful and friendly staff"
Australia
Sigalo
The price is NZ$162
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator, a sink, and a potted plant.

4. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 5.6 km from Ocean Grove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (469 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, friendly staff & not too much road noise."
Australia
Jo
The price is NZ$165
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

5. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.1 km from Ocean Grove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Great location and overall comfortable stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a view of the street outside.

6. Garden Motel

Garden Motel
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 6 km from Ocean Grove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location, clean, warm."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$145
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Garden Motel
A building with a white facade, a large stained glass window, and a sign reading "OFFICE" on the side.

7. Cable Court Motel

Cable Court Motel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 5.6 km from Ocean Grove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (885 reviews)
"Very welcoming & hospitable staff. Great location to walk the beautiful University of Otago campus & head to Forysth Barr Stadium for a rugby match."
Canada
Mark
The price is NZ$158
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Cable Court Motel
A building with a red roof and white walls, featuring multiple arched windows and balconies. There are several cars parked in front.

8. Alcala Motel

Alcala Motel
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 5.7 km from Ocean Grove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (361 reviews)
"It was a good stay for the price. The person checking us in was very helpful and friendly. Laundry machine was free to use. The room was spacious. The hotel is older but good enough."
United States
Nancy
The price is NZ$152
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Alcala Motel
A log cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a large potted plant.

9. Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 star property
Saint Kilda, 3.7 km from Ocean Grove
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"We had a great and comfortable stay."
Australia
Jess
The price is NZ$95
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
A hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette in the background.

10. ASURE Adrian Motel

ASURE Adrian Motel
4.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 4 km from Ocean Grove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (102 reviews)
"This is in a great location, lovely staff and exactly what was required for our one night stay. Would stay again"
Australia
ROBY
The price is NZ$207
includes taxes & fees
23 Nov - 24 Nov
ASURE Adrian Motel
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a bench, and a TV mounted on the wall.

11. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.1 km from Ocean Grove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (998 reviews)
"The property was well situated, nice and close to the main city centre. The staff were friendly and polite, the food in the restaurant was very good. We would recommend this property and definitely stay again."
Australia
Shahnaz
The price is NZ$316
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A spacious lobby with large glass doors leading to a garden, a reception desk, and a green sofa.

12. 97 Motel Moray

97 Motel Moray
3.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.4 km from Ocean Grove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional, amenities were as described, location was outstanding, walking distance to so many things. Breakfast was lovely."
Australia
Laura
The price is NZ$191
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
97 Motel Moray
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

13. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.2 km from Ocean Grove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Great location with a good size room."
Australia
Tim
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A modern building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

14. Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.3 km from Ocean Grove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (965 reviews)
"Quite a modern style motel which is well equipped, and located for easy walking to town for shopping and dining."
Australia
Gary
The price is NZ$212
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Dunedin Palms Motel
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a small kitchenette, and a view of the beach.

15. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 5.8 km from Ocean Grove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (833 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Rochelle
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
19 Nov - 20 Nov
Hotel St Clair
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

16. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.5 km from Ocean Grove
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Breakfast included. Close to central Dunedin. Comfortable beds & a good price. Limited parking."
Australia
Derek
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

17. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 5.2 km from Ocean Grove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (597 reviews)
"Room was clean and cozy. Staff was really helpful at check in and whenever I needed something. Would definitely recommend and stay again."
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Fable Dunedin
A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

18. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 5.8 km from Ocean Grove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and very comfortable beds"
Australia
Mary
The price is NZ$249
includes taxes & fees
12 Dec - 13 Dec
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
A hotel with a modern design, featuring a central staircase, a parking area, and a view of a forested hillside.

19. Beechwood Boutique Accommodation

Beechwood Boutique Accommodation
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 5.8 km from Ocean Grove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (193 reviews)
"Nice stay and friendly staff member on check in. Room was clean and the amenities were great. Awesome location and easy to get into town"
New Zealand
Grant
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beechwood Boutique Accommodation
A two-story building with a brick facade, large windows, and a green roof.

20. Woodlands Motels and Apartments

Woodlands Motels and Apartments
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 5.6 km from Ocean Grove
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (562 reviews)
"Prefect for our family, staff was friendly and helpful."
Australia
Leticia
The price is NZ$157
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Woodlands Motels and Apartments
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Compare popular hotels in Ocean Grove

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern living room with a sofa, a round coffee table, a bench, and a TV mounted on the wall.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
998 reviews
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A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".
555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
376 reviews
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A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
99 reviews
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A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
9.0
Wonderful
1,000 reviews
View
A hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette in the background.
ASURE Adrian Motel
4.0 star property
9.2
Wonderful
102 reviews
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Hotels recommended for families in Ocean Grove

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (452)
The price is NZ$136
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Beach lodge motel

Our guide on where to stay in Ocean Grove

Find the best Ocean Grove areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.

Dunedin City Centre

Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Regent Theatre or The Octagon.

A beach with waves at sunset, a sandy shore, and houses on a hillside in the background.

St. Clair

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
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Open Photo by Corbin Lau

North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

South Dunedin

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Speight's Brewery while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Top Ocean Grove Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Ocean Grove

538 Great King Motel

538 Great King Motel

10/10 Excellent
"Property was centrally located with all the modern bedding,decor and bathroom.Only suggestion would be to have the bathroom have a better ventilation but overall it made a great first impression and will be my first pick whenever I visit Dunedin."
Kwai sun 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
538 Great King Motel

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Ocean Grove?
The best time to go to Ocean Grove is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warmest and most suitable for enjoying the beach and outdoor activities.

During this period, you can expect average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 22°C (59°F to 72°F), with plenty of sunshine. This makes it ideal for relaxing on the sand, swimming, or exploring the coastline. It's also the peak season for wildlife viewing, particularly for spotting penguins and seals along the Otago Peninsula.

For couples looking for a romantic getaway, the summer offers long daylight hours, superb for scenic walks along the beach at sunset or enjoying a picnic with views of the Pacific Ocean. The warmer temperatures also make it comfortable for exploring the nearby city of Dunedin, just a short drive away, which offers a variety of dining and cultural experiences.

Families will find the summer months particularly appealing. The calmer ocean conditions are generally better for children to play in the water, and the extended daylight means more time for building sandcastles, fishing, or simply enjoying the open space of the beach.
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