Fable Dunedin

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Scored 8.5
Rated very good

Staff

9.2

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Get the celebrity treatment with world-class service at Fable Dunedin

Located in the heart of Dunedin, the Fable Dunedin is housed in a beautifully renovated and elegant Victorian-era building. The hotel’s cafe-style restaurant ‘The Press Club’ is open daily and offers regional cuisine. Free unlimited WiFi is provided. This boutique-style property is non-smoking throughout and features 50 well-appointed guest rooms and suites. The light and airy rooms are comfortable in design and feature modern, contemporary bathrooms. The Fable Dunedin is just a short walk from the Octagon city centre and the many shops, restaurants and entertainment venues that the city has to offer. Visits to many of Dunedin’s best attractions, including Speights Brewery.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.1 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular facilities

  • Private parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Restaurant
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Room service
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

Situated in the best rated area in Dunedin, this hotel has an excellent location score of 9.1

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish

  • Private parking available

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Classic Room
We have 5 left
  • 1 large double bed

Be enveloped in warm, classic luxury of our CLASSIC QUEEN rooms inspired by the heritage of Scottish settlers. Each room boasts a 49 inch Samsung Smart TV, a digital compendium and complimentary high speed WiFi. A selection of exquisite Pure Leaf Single Origin teas and a capsule coffee machine with a range of Coffex blends will refresh and revive. Our Marihi Aotearoa amenities combine iconic design with seductive fragrances and a social conscience. Our hotel is a proud member of the Weka plastic recycling programme.

Room
181 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
  • Free toiletries
  • Shower
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Toilet
  • Towels
  • Linen
  • TV
  • Refrigerator
  • Telephone
  • Tea/Coffee maker
  • Radio
  • Hairdryer
  • Wake up service/Alarm clock
  • Carpeted
  • Electric kettle
  • Wake-up service
  • Alarm clock
  • Single-room air conditioning for guest accommodation
  • Hand sanitiser
Max persons: 2
US$153 per night
Price US$458
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$187 per night
Price US$561
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Superior Queen Room
We have 6 left
  • 1 double bed

This double room features a flat-screen TV, minibar and tea/coffee maker.

Room
213 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$192 per night
Price US$575
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$226 per night
Price US$678
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Superior King Room
We have 2 left

Be enveloped in warm, classic luxury of our Superior king rooms inspired by the heritage of Scottish settlers. Superior king Rooms have a seating area with a work desk. Each room boasts a 49 inch Samsung Smart TV, a digital compendium and complimentary high speed WiFi. A selection of exquisite Pure Leaf Single Origin teas and a capsule coffee machine with a range of Coffex blends will refresh and revive. Our Marihi Aotearoa amenities combine iconic design with seductive fragrances and a social conscience. Our hotel is a proud member of the Weka plastic recycling programme. Superior king Rooms have a seating area with a work desk.

Room
244 feet²
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$206 per night
Price US$619
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$241 per night
Price US$722
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Junior Suite
We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed

These Junior Suites are inspired by the heritage of Scottish settlers. These boutique rooms feature a separate lounge area, a 49 inch Smart TV, a digital compendium and complimentary high speed WiFi. A selection of Pure Leaf Single Origin teas and a capsule coffee machine with a range of coffee blends are provided. Complimentary bathroom toiletries are also included. The hotel is a member of the Weka plastic recycling programme.

Private suite
334 feet²
City view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$304 per night
Price US$912
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$338 per night
Price US$1,014
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Mason Suite
We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed

The Mason Suite is inspired by the heritage of Scottish settlers. These boutique rooms feature a separate lounge area, high ceilings and sweeping views of Princes Street. Also included is a 65 inch Smart TV, a digital compendium and complimentary high speed WiFi. A selection of Pure Leaf Single Origin teas and a capsule coffee machine with a range of coffee blends are provided. Complimentary bathroom toiletries are also included. The hotel is a member of the Weka plastic recycling programme.

Private suite
506 feet²
City view
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$450 per night
Price US$1,351
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$484 per night
Price US$1,453
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Wains Suite
We have 1 left
  • 1 extra-large double bed

The Wains Suite is inspired by the heritage of Scottish settlers. These boutique rooms feature a luxurious bathroom with a bathtub and a shared entrance with an interconnecting room next door for added privacy. Also included is a 65 inch Smart TV, a digital compendium and complimentary high speed WiFi. A selection of Pure Leaf Single Origin teas and a capsule coffee machine with a range of coffee blends are provided. Complimentary bathroom toiletries are also included. The hotel is a member of the Weka plastic recycling programme.

Room
532 feet²
Bath
Ensuite bathroom
Flat-screen TV
Coffee machine
Minibar
Free WiFi
Max persons: 2
US$450 per night
Price US$1,351
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast US$20
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
Max persons: 2
US$484 per night
Price US$1,453
Excluded: 15 % VAT
  • Very good breakfast included
  • Costs 1st night to cancel
  • No prepayment needed – pay at the property
  • discount may be available
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Guests who stayed here loved

Akhtar
Pakistan Pakistan
“Very good location and heritage building converted into hotel and also it's press club restaurant was excellent and also car parking was available with cost the staff was very kind and friendly overall very good experience to stay”
Jan
Australia Australia
“Great newish hotel with great rooms. Location is good but at the wrong end of the Main Street. Still a short walk to everything. Did not eat there.”
Je1234
New Zealand New Zealand
“Delightful staff and a very easy process to check in and out. The old style lift was pretty cool! Super clean room, beautiful hotel. Walkable distance to everything central. Lights were a little random and not quite bright enough in the morning...”
Margaret
Australia Australia
“Staff were professional and helpful. Great location.”
Rob
New Zealand New Zealand
“Comfortable, great bed, clean, great staff, good location, easy stay, highly recommended”
Jeremy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Really thoughtful touches throughout our stay. Really great location and staff were excellent. Overall very impressed.”
Tracy
New Zealand New Zealand
“Beautiful decor, friendly helpful staff, handy location, great restaurant (The Press Club) and valet service for parking.”
Sharon
Australia Australia
“The decor and comfort were good, along with the location.”
Ariana
New Zealand New Zealand
“The bed was incredibly comfortable, and the room itself was very clean which I appreciated. The design of the hotel is also beautiful.”
David
Australia Australia
“This place was amazing from the decor to the staff, rooms were so clean and stylish, bed was very comfortable breakfast was next level and would recommend staying here. 10/10”

Hotel surroundings

Restaurants

1 restaurant on site
The Press Club
  • Cuisine
    International
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner • High tea

House rules

Fable Dunedin takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00
Guests are required to show a photo identification and credit card upon check-in
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Refundable damage deposit
A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. That's about US$56. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Groups
When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
Accepted payment methods
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The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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 accommodation 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 identification and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Fable Dunedin in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

A damage deposit of NZD 100 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full via credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.