Fable Dunedin

Hotels
9.2 (2158 reviews)
310 Princes Street , Dunedin , nz
+64 3 477 1145

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Paid
Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Business center
Heating
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good location
Cons:
Small rooms
Cleanliness issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.46
Multiple mentions of poor housekeeping and maintenance issues affecting the room quality.
Service
10
Staff are consistently described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating.
Location
9.93
The hotel is praised for its excellent location close to amenities and attractions.
Room Quality
7.97
Numerous complaints about room size, comfort, and cleanliness.
Amenities
8.92
Basic amenities mentioned, but some lacked proper functioning.
Value for Money
9.45
Fair value given location and service but hindered by cleanliness and room quality issues.
Food and Beverage
8.91
Quality of food service satisfactory, though some complaints about offerings.
Overall Experience
9.96
Despite several issues, guests enjoyed their stay and highlighted the quality of service.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-08 16:15

Property Description

Historic Elegance: Step into the beautifully renovated Victorian-era building that houses the Fable Dunedin, located in the heart of the city. The hotel's elegant charm and boutique-style ambiance offer a unique stay experience.

Culinary Delights: Indulge in regional cuisine at 'The Press Club', the hotel's cafe-style restaurant open daily for guests. Enjoy a taste of Dunedin's flavors without leaving the comfort of your accommodation.

Convenient Location: Explore the city easily as the Fable Dunedin is a short walk from the Octagon city center, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and entertainment venues. Don't miss out on visiting nearby attractions like the iconic Speights Brewery.

Experience the charm of historic elegance, culinary delights, and a convenient location - book your stay at the Fable Dunedin now.

Important information:

Please note that a valid photo ID and credit card are required on arrival. The credit card is required on arrival for which a pre-authorization will be required to cover any incidentals. Alternatively, a cash or Eftpos deposit of NZD$100 per day will be required as bond in addition the the total cost of your accommodations charges, with any extra refunded on departure.

All guests must sign the property's Terms of Stay.

Please note that there is a 2.50% charge when you pay with a credit card. Payments made by cash or Eftpos do not incur transaction fees.

Please note that a valid photo ID must be presented on check-in. A NZ drivers license, a valid foreign/local passport or a 18+ card are accepted only.

Please note that this property has a strict 'No Party Policy'.

A surcharge applies for arrivals outside of check-in hours. All requests for late arrival are subject to confirmation by the property.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian. The legal guardian must provide a current photo ID or proof of guardianship if requested upon check-in.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.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: DUD

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 2158 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.46
Service: 10
Location: 9.93
Room Quality: 7.97
Amenities: 8.92
Value for Money: 9.45
Food and Beverage: 8.91
Overall Experience: 9.96
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Sarah • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Beautifully styled, super staff

2026-08-14 • via Nuitee
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Heather • solo_traveller • nz
10
Lovely historic hotel.
Pros:

Beautiful hotel with great service. Lovely old building.

Cons:

Shame it doesn’t have a fitness room of some sort.
The dining is very expensive. Fortunately I was there for work but otherwise might go elsewhere for better value for money meal.

2026-08-13 • via Nuitee
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Cat Nichol • solo_traveller • nz
9
2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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rui • family_with_children • cn
10
不错的百年建筑酒店
Pros:

很有历史感的建筑，有着完好的功能性，室内装饰整体偏深色调的设计，床垫和花洒能缓解一天旅行的疲惫

Cons:

衣柜镜子对着床的设计，让人略感不适，相信这会影响部分人群

2026-08-11 • via Nuitee
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Laura Claire • solo_traveller • nz
10
Beautiful place and fantastic staff
Pros:

The staff we incredible and so kind and helpful. The room was beautiful

Cons:

Road noise was very loud.

2026-08-06 • via Nuitee
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Benjamin • couple • nz
10
Absolutely enjoyed staying there 100 percent amazing
Pros:

Its so close to town perfect spot amazing stafff

Cons:

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2026-08-05 • via Nuitee
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Robert • couple • nz
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Lara • solo_traveller • nz
10
2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Annabelle • family_with_children • nz
9
Easy, boutiqe-ish hotel in Dunedin, will def stay again.
Pros:

The staff were friendly and very helpful when we were trying to park our rental car. The facilities were good. Used the tea/coffee making facilities and the iron and board in the room were a bonus. Great cafe across the road.

Cons:

Little more space in the bedroom would have been great. Overall, a great stay and will def stay again.

2026-07-21 • via Nuitee
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Gerhard • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Nadzatul Hilmi • solo_traveller • my
10
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Megan • couple • au
10
Beautiful building, lovely room and very helpful staff
Pros:

Easy to access

Cons:

A few stairs to navigate with a suitcase

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Paige • family_with_children • au
10
Gem in the city!
Pros:

The staff at this place were amazing and accomodating! Due to an unexpected snow storm we were a day late to our accomodation, the staff were very accomodating in helping us change our booking free of charge. The accomodation was in a good location and very cute and cosy in an old building.

Cons:

NA

2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Greg • couple • nz
9
Great location
Pros:

Classy elegant boutique hotel

Cons:

Great facilities

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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jing • family_with_children • au
10
2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Mandy • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Steve • extended_group • nz
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Melanie • couple • nz
8
Pros:

Great location being so close to town

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • au
10
Beautiful heritage building exceptionally well upgraded into a 5 star hotel.
Pros:

We loved the comfy beds, decor, hot chocolate, delivery of soy on request, staff were helpful & overall vibe & expectation was met.

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Burt • couple • au
9
A very pleasant stay and what was more important my wife loved it.
Pros:

THE KITCHEN STALL WERE FANTASTIC as we are both in our late 80's we wish to share al our meals, We found them extremely accommodating so much so that we had all our excellent meals at the hotel

Cons:

Access to our room on the 3rd floor, although the stall were extremely helpful.
The car parking arrangement was a little inconvenient particularly in wet conditions . Although again the staff were extremely helpful

2026-07-12 • via Nuitee