The Cove
Dunedin
Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Otago, during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches, or simply savor its charming cafes.
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Clearwater Wildlife Tours (small group 10max) Otago Peninsula
Dunedin Shore Excursion: Small-Group Tour of Dunedin and the Otago Peninsula
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Otago Peninsula Wildlife Cruise with Monarch
Larnach Castle & Dunedin City Highlights Tour (Shore Excursion)
The Cove Hotel Deals
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Very clean would stay again
Reviewed on Feb 24, 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
This is the third time I stay in this hotel and it is excellent. Amazing reception staff, really helpful, impeccable customer service. Love the rooms as well and location is really central.
Reviewed on Feb 22, 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
The room was very clean as well as the bathroom On check in the staff member made me and my family so welcome it was a pleasure. The breakfast was out standing I told the waiter staff to tell the cook how much we enjoyed it. We would stay here again and have told so many people of our stay with you. ...
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Very helpful and courteous staffs.
Reviewed on Feb 21, 2026
Beach lodge motel
Excellent facilities and a quiet location
Reviewed on Feb 23, 2026
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
Very good room with a huge bathroom. All the staff were friendly and helpful Breakfast was excellent with a wide choice of food Restaurant food was good and reasonably priced
Reviewed on Feb 18, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Cove
Waverley
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Waverley and surrounding area, you can visit Forsyth Barr Stadium and Edgar Centre.
Ocean Grove
When in Ocean Grove, you can plan a visit to St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Andersons Bay
While Andersons Bay isn't home to many top sights, Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach are some notable places to visit nearby.
Highcliff
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Highcliff and surrounding area, you can visit Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Macandrew Bay
Travelers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
