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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant

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Daily buffet breakfast (NZD 36.00 per person)
Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds
Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room
In the heart of Dunedin City Centre, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers a luxurious retreat. Savor breakfast at Princes on Dowling restaurant, stay active with gym sessions or unwind with drinks at the bar. With laundry facilities and helpful staff available 24/7, this hotel is perfect for an extended stay.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Housekeeping
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Room options

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(24 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

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Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 506 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(30 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
  • 797 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Air conditioning
Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cribs/infant beds
Refrigerator
TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Standard Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 2

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Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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Executive One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

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Superior Twin With Two Queen Beds

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Interconnecting Superior Room

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Superior King Room

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Standard Interconnecting Room

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  • Sleeps 2
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About the area

Located in Dunedin, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is in the city center. Speight's Brewery and Otago Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Dunedin Chinese Garden and Seriously Twisted. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Edgar Centre or Forsyth Barr Stadium.
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123 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Otago - 10 min walk - 0.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 8 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ocho cafe and chocolate shop - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Sool Dunedin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Bar - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Stuart St Macs BrewBar - ‬4 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Luxury eco-certified hotel near University of Otago
At Scenic Hotel Dunedin City, you can look forward to laundry facilities, a bar, and a business center. The on-site restaurant, Princes on Dowling, serves breakfast. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge), self parking (surcharge), and 1 meeting room
  • A 24-hour front desk, a banquet hall, and a front-desk safe
  • An elevator, smoke-free premises, and a vending machine
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the helpful staff
Room features
All 121 rooms offer comforts such as premium bedding and air conditioning, as well as thoughtful touches like free WiFi and safes.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 40-inch TVs with digital channels
  • Refrigerators, free infant beds, and coffee/tea makers

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
  • Onsite parking available only on request
  • Secured, covered self parking on site (NZD 30 per night)
  • Limited onsite parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Restaurants on site

  • Princes on Dowling

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference center
  • Meeting room

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel

More

  • 8 floors
  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 40-inch TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
2 children, up to the age of 11 years, can stay for free if using existing beds when occupying the parent or guardian's room
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day
Free cribs are available on request at the property

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 300 per stay

We have included all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
  • Covered self parking fee: NZD 30 per night (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

Rating provided by Qualmark®, source of official star ratings for accommodation in New Zealand.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is Scenic Hotel Dunedin City pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

As of Aug 23, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City on Aug 24, 2025 start from CA $102.49, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Self parking is available for NZD 30 per night. Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM.

What time is check-out at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Check-out is at 10 AM.

Where is Scenic Hotel Dunedin City located?

Located in Dunedin City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 15-minute walk of The Octagon and University of Otago. Temple Gallery and Speight's Brewery are just steps away. Dunedin Railway Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 376 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 105 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1003 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1003 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really friendly and helpful staff - flying visit to Dunedin made much easier by staff who were ready to go over and above to help.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Hiromi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location Staff friendly
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Kahurangi

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The space was lovely
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Great location
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

George

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Beautiful, spacious, clean rooms. Very comfortable for our stay. Highly recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Andre

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stay at the scenic was very comfortable, great hotel.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dana

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Friendly and efficient staff, clean room, comfortable bed. Location was perfect for us, close the octagon and a quick uber to other places.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Lorraine

Liked: Cleanliness
Friendly caring welcoming staff!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Logan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just a nice place to stay
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Friendly welcome. Spacious and comfortable room
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zwe Wint

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place and spacious room. Clean and tidy
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Alice

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Overall was a good stay. I like it so convenient to town and things I did. Much easier. Thank you for this.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great central.place to stay with good friendly staff and excellent coffee from the restaurant, thanks team.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Nice quiet property with large rooms and friendly staff. They do however need to find staff who can make a bed properly.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Handy to everything
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jorja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was nice and clean and got to do a late checkout for no cost
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good value hotel in handy location. Efficient check in and checkout.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Magno Demetrio

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean, receptionist are very nice
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maroun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central to everything in Dunedin. Great staff. Great stay
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Well situated; clean; good-sized room; good breakfast offering
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff were very professional and nice
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location, with options for dining in close proximity.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was nice, spacious, and tidy, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. A+.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
All the staff were amazing nothing was an effort. Only negatives was our bed was uncomfortable and the cleaning staff did a terrible job cleaning our room daily. Otherwise I loved everything about the hotel and would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025