Aurora on George - the phoenix that rose from the ashes that was the former Cargills Hotel in 2016 (and before that Cherry Court). This major refurbishment project was the brain child and the vision of Carl Angus and what a vision indeed. The property has been reshaped in its entirety - not a single part of the old Cargill's building was left untouched.  It has been gutted, and lovingly rebuilt. A shiny gem with the beautiful garden as its colourful centre piece.

 

What Aurora on George has now is simply the best of the best - 4 Star Plus facilities, contemporary chic that fuses seamlessly with the tranquility of nature. Affordable luxury. Facilities designed for the ultimate guest accommodation experience; we want you to feel well looked after and cared for while you are here.

 

Your Hosts

 

Kia Ora, welcome to Aurora on George Island.

Owner Eddie has many years of experience in accommodation management and is committed to taking care of you, providing you with comfortable, safe, and peaceful high-quality accommodation. We promise to provide a room and motel facility that prioritizes your needs, so you can make the most of your time in Dunedin. While we are getting rid of the severe control of the COVID-19, we continue to put the health and well-being of everyone in Aurora on George at the top of everything we do - for employees, guests and tourists. Our motel is modern, with simple lines and a minimalist design approach that has the greatest impact. We are fortunate to have the creativity of beautiful design features, colors, and natural phenomena.

 

Manager - Kent

We welcomed Kent to the management team in July 2023. Kent has an extensive background in the hospitality sector as well as business management, and really enjoys looking after our guests.