Highland House Boutique Hotel

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Scored 8.1
Rated very good

Staff

8.9

The charming heritage-style Highland House Boutique Hotel is located in the North Dunedin district in Dunedin. Free WiFi is featured throughout the property and free private parking is available on site. Toitu Otago Settlers Museum and The Octagon are less than a 10-minute drive away. Some of the rooms at Highland House feature a flat-screen TV and a kitchenette with a microwave, refrigerator and tea/coffee making facilities. All rooms are fitted with a private bathroom and include free toiletries. Balmacewen Golf Course is a 4-minute drive away and the University of Otago is just an 11-minute walk away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 8.6 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.5)

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental

  • Free private parking

Availability

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Savinder
United States United States
“Nice quiet location, would stay again. Loved Vanessa”
Carola
New Zealand New Zealand
“very spacious room, big bathroom, very comfortable all round.”
Ronald
New Zealand New Zealand
“the room is clean and there is an available parking”
Tracey
New Zealand New Zealand
“Room was clean and spacious. There was angled off street parking and ideally suited for cars, not SUV's.”
Susan
Australia Australia
“Loved the high ceilings and large bedroom with large comfy bed and kitchenette and antique fireplace. Very large bedroom with beautiful large roses outside window. Lady who gave us the keys may be owner was very friendly and helpful. The room...”
Mark
United States United States
“Comfortable, spacious room. Convenient for walking to the botanic garden and the Octagan area. Generous continental breakfast. Nice to have the easy to use parking.”
Tam
United States United States
“Check in was efficient. Staff was very friendly. We liked having room on first floor and parking right outside. Convenience store across the street.”
Jun
New Zealand New Zealand
“I like the boutique vibes of the hotel. The room is clean and big enough for a family of four. Check-in and check-out are super easy. The staff are friendly. It's was a good experience to stay in a hotel like this.”
Jack
United States United States
“Everything. Good rooms, but extremely attentive and helpful staff. Made me feel at home while halfway around the world!”
Thanda
Singapore Singapore
“Homey with charming heritage-style, comfy bed with electric blankets, spacious bathroom and great toiletries, well equipped kitchenware/kitchenette and keep these historic decor. Value for money and convenience. Lots of parking. Never ever see the...”

Host Info

Company review score: 8.9Based on 653 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Property info

Highland House was built in 1911 as three-terrace dwellings. This distinctive building now has been renovated as a self-contained boutique hotel which offers the best of all conveniences, along with the bygone charm of Dunedin’s Scottish heritage. The hotel is located on George St, a traditional “University” street of Dunedin, 'The Edinburgh of the Southern Hemisphere '. The House is divided into 3 separate terraces with 10 studios. So, there is the option of having one whole terrace containing 4 spacious studios, two terraces containing 8 studios or the whole house with 10 studios. All the studios feature a kitchenette with microwave, fridge, electric kettle, toaster, tea/coffee making facilities, etc.; a private bathroom including free toiletries; pillowtop beds with comforts like premium bedding and down comforters; flat-screen TV with digital channels. Free WiFi is covered through the property. Free private parking is available on the site . Self-laundry facilities, 24-hr front desk, and express check-in/out are available at this smoke-free hotel. Additionally, we offer assistance with ticket or travel booking. We look forward to meeting you at Highland House!

Neighborhood info

Highland House is perfect for a weekend break, watching a sports event or concert, a business stop over, family gathering, or for parents visiting their children in the universities or schools. We are near the entrance to the longest highway of New Zealand, SH1, it is very easy to drive to many places including Dunedin Airport, Long Beach Sea Cave or Warrington Recreation Reserve. The public transport is available, or even on foot, to visit University of Otago, Dunedin Hospital. The St Clair Beach can be reached from the bus stop across the street of the house. Only 2km from Dunedin City Centre and near theme parks, Highland House is in an area with beautiful sceneries, and good shopping or meals. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dunedin Botanic Garden, just 5-minute walk from us, and Woodhaugh Gardens, rightly beside us. These two gardens provide wonderful backdrops for wedding or other photography. To understand New Zealand culture and history, Otago Museum and Toitu Otago Settlers Museum are the highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Forsyth Barr Stadium, 1.7km away from us, or Edgar Centre, 4km away.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Highland House Boutique Hotel

Great facilities! Review score, 8.4

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Laundry

House rules

Highland House Boutique Hotel takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 8:30 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 13 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please let the property know your expected time of arrival, using the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that check-in is from 14:00 until 21:00. Late check-in is available until 22:00 with prior arrangement only. You can not check in after 22:00 with out at least 24 hours prior notice.

Please note that payment via credit card will incur a 2.65% fee

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 Highland House Boutique Hotel 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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