Leviathan Hotel

Hotels
7.1 (2131 reviews)
27 Queens Gardens , Dunedin , NZ

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Free
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Great location
Historical charm
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Noise from outside
Old facilities in need of renovation

Categories

Cleanliness
6.3
Some dishes weren't clean and the bathrooms need TLC.
Service
8.26
The staff were very friendly and provided good advice.
Location
8.3
Central location, convenient access to shops and transport.
Room Quality
6.26
Rooms were average with some mentioned issues like slanted beds.
Amenities
6.29
Amenities were basic, and some issues with noise reported.
Value for Money
7.25
Good value for money considering the central location.
Food and Beverage
7.3
Restaurant food was praised, but limited access.
Overall Experience
6.86
An experience that has potential but requires improvements.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-11 05:00

Property Description

Central Location

Located just a 5-minute walk from Dunedin’s city centre, Leviathan Hotel offers convenience and accessibility for guests to explore the vibrant surroundings easily.

Comfortable Accommodation

Experience modern and comfortable rooms at Leviathan Hotel, each equipped with essential amenities such as a TV, tea/coffee making facilities, and some rooms even feature a relaxing spa bath for ultimate relaxation.

Dining and Entertainment

Indulge in a culinary journey at Mrs. Silk’s Restaurant, offering a delightful selection of local and international dishes for breakfast and dinner. Unwind at the hotel’s bar with a variety of drinks and refreshments available.

Book your stay at Leviathan Hotel now and enjoy a memorable experience in Dunedin!

Important information:

Please note there is a 1.5% charge when you choose to pay by credit card or paywave.

Visitors are allowed in the hotel until 10 pm.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM

Location

Guest Reviews

7.1
Based on 2131 reviews
Cleanliness: 6.3
Service: 8.26
Location: 8.3
Room Quality: 6.26
Amenities: 6.29
Value for Money: 7.25
Food and Beverage: 7.3
Overall Experience: 6.86
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Des • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Nice old heritage building with an inner courtyard

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Philip • couple • nz
7
Nostalgic trip into a more gracious past.
Pros:

Hotel is very atmospheric with its gleaming wooden furniture. Great location.

Cons:

As an amputee, I found showering difficult.

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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William • solo_traveller • nz
8
Pros:

room

Cons:

street noise

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • extended_group • nz
8
Really good value for the money
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Evan • couple • nz
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Jessica • extended_group • nz
9
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Carlos • solo_traveller • es
10
2026-09-09 • via Nuitee
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Lima • solo_traveller • nz
5
2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Latu • couple • nz
9
Really love it
Pros:

Warm

Cons:

I think its a fair service provided

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Juergensen • solo_traveller • nz
6
good
Pros:

Quiet

Cons:

All ok

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Judith Croton • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

How close it was to everything.
Liked how it was kept the old way and furniture to suit.

2026-09-06 • via Nuitee
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Jocelyn • extended_group • nz
8
Simple affordable basic excellent for a nights stay
Pros:

Good location
Good parking comfortable beds
Clean facilities
Not noisy
Had a wee heater for when it got cold
Excellent wifi
Had a TV
Just perfect for our overnight stay
Afforable basic just what we needed

Cons:

Nothing just perfect for our overnight stay

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Tom • solo_traveller • nz
7
2026-09-02 • via Nuitee
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Lucie • extended_group • fr
5
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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Phillip • extended_group • nz
9
As always very good
Pros:

Good parking, easy walk to the Octagon.

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Ratanlal • extended_group • nz
6
2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Liana • solo_traveller • nz
6
2026-08-26 • via Nuitee
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Marina • couple • nz
8
Great for a few nights
Pros:

Second time that we stayed. Very easy access, big car park and right in the centre of town. Process was smooth, very old school quirky building and set up. Room had everything that was needed and good value for money. Most sights in walkable distance.

2026-08-24 • via Nuitee
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Rolan • solo_traveller • nz
5
2026-08-20 • via Nuitee
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Marty • solo_traveller • au
8
Pros:

Had an old-world feel enjoyed the old photos and furnishings

Cons:

No cooked breakfast

2026-08-17 • via Nuitee