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Our top choices for The Cove hotels

A modern room with large glass windows, wicker furniture, and a view of a coastal landscape.

1. Harbour Views

Harbour Views
3.0 star property
The Cove
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (2 reviews)
"This was a wonderful stay with great views of the bay. The house had plenty of room for the 5 of us. Great kitchen for cooking dinner, with nice table with room for all of us. The living room had nice large TV screen, but also great views overlooking the bay and Dunedin. Spent two nights, but could have easily spent more."
United States
Frederick
The price is CA $255
CA $426 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 11 - Nov 12
Harbour Views
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

2. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.2 km from The Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Great location with a good size room."
Australia
Tim
The price is CA $110
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 6 - Dec 7
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

3. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 4.1 km from The Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (450 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean and the staff were wonderful and very informative about the area.Great position..5 min walk to beach."
Australia
Eva
The price is CA $89
CA $103 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Beach lodge motel
A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

4. 555 Motel Dunedin

555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
South Dunedin, 4.1 km from The Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (376 reviews)
"Our stay was good, we were only there one night."
Canada
Tammy
The price is CA $106
CA $122 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 27 - Nov 28
555 Motel Dunedin
A historic building with a large tree in front, multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.

5. Highland House Boutique Hotel

Highland House Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 4.3 km from The Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (297 reviews)
"Very friendly staff, excellent location, beautiful hotel."
Australia
Jun
The price is CA $104
CA $120 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 30 - Dec 1
Highland House Boutique Hotel
A building with a white facade, a large stained glass window, and a sign reading "OFFICE" on the side.

6. Cable Court Motel

Cable Court Motel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 4 km from The Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (884 reviews)
"Very welcoming & hospitable staff. Great location to walk the beautiful University of Otago campus & head to Forysth Barr Stadium for a rugby match."
Canada
Mark
The price is CA $97
CA $112 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 23 - Nov 24
Cable Court Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

7. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 3.9 km from The Cove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Great location and overall comfortable stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is CA $134
CA $155 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

8. Aurora On George

Aurora On George
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 4.1 km from The Cove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (445 reviews)
"Lovely garden, quiet, comfy bed, Handy location."
Australia
Tracey
The price is CA $120
CA $139 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Aurora On George
A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.

9. 538 Great King Motel

538 Great King Motel
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 4 km from The Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (312 reviews)
"Great spot, hadnt stayed here for over a year but was really good, comfy, warm modern."
Australia
Daryl
The price is CA $108
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
538 Great King Motel
A compact kitchen with a microwave, oven, and refrigerator, a sink, and a potted plant.

10. Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge

Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 4 km from The Cove
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (467 reviews)
"Lovely place to stay, friendly staff & not too much road noise."
Australia
Jo
The price is CA $112
CA $129 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Alhambra Oaks Motor Lodge
A wooden deck with a glass balustrade overlooking a scenic landscape.

11. Baldwin Street BNB

Baldwin Street BNB
3.5 star property
North East Valley, 3.8 km from The Cove
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (8 reviews)
"Beautiful area and comfortable place!"
United States
Hudson
The price is CA $63
CA $82 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 9 - Nov 10
Baldwin Street BNB
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

12. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.3 km from The Cove
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"great service, wonderful rooms, helpful and friendly staff"
Australia
Sigalo
The price is CA $110
CA $126 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A spacious lobby with large glass doors leading to a garden, a reception desk, and a green sofa.

13. 97 Motel Moray

97 Motel Moray
3.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.3 km from The Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (543 reviews)
"The staff were exceptional, amenities were as described, location was outstanding, walking distance to so many things. Breakfast was lovely."
Australia
Laura
The price is CA $119
CA $137 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
97 Motel Moray
A log cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a large potted plant.

14. Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 star property
Saint Kilda, 4.2 km from The Cove
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"We had a great and comfortable stay."
Australia
Jess
The price is CA $65
CA $75 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a view of the street outside.

15. Garden Motel

Garden Motel
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 4.2 km from The Cove
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location, clean, warm."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is CA $83
CA $97 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 8 - Nov 9
Garden Motel
A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.

16. Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
5.9 km from The Cove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (621 reviews)
"Highly recommend. Beautiful views!"
Australia
Sharna
The price is CA $138
CA $159 total
includes taxes & fees
Dec 7 - Dec 8
Larnach Lodge
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

17. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.2 km from The Cove
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (995 reviews)
"The property was well situated, nice and close to the main city centre. The staff were friendly and polite, the food in the restaurant was very good. We would recommend this property and definitely stay again."
Australia
Shahnaz
The price is CA $209
CA $240 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 13 - Nov 14
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

18. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.3 km from The Cove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (596 reviews)
"This is one of my favourite hotels in the country. Highly recommend staying here. I also recommend the Press Club to dine. Excellent food and great wine list."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is CA $154
CA $177 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 7 - Nov 8
Fable Dunedin
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol on the floor.

19. Bluestone On George

Bluestone On George
5.0 star property
North Dunedin, 4.1 km from The Cove
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"I really appreciate the warm professionalism of the staff and owners. It is a delightful place to stay and has great parking for free."
Australia
Christine
The price is CA $178
CA $204 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 29 - Nov 30
Bluestone On George
A modern building with a balcony, large windows, and a gated entrance.

20. Dunedin Palms Motel

Dunedin Palms Motel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 4.5 km from The Cove
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (964 reviews)
"Quite a modern style motel which is well equipped, and located for easy walking to town for shopping and dining."
Australia
Gary
The price is CA $145
CA $172 total
includes taxes & fees
Nov 15 - Nov 16
Dunedin Palms Motel
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Compare popular hotels in The Cove

Property
Star rating
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A modern room with large glass windows, wicker furniture, and a view of a coastal landscape.
Harbour Views
3.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
2 reviews
View
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
995 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol on the floor.
Bluestone On George
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1,000 reviews
View
A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.
Aurora On George
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
445 reviews
View
A modern room with a large window overlooking a waterfront, a fireplace, and a flat-screen TV mounted on the wall.
The Thomas Gregg Apartments
4.0 star property
9.4
Exceptional
75 reviews
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Where to stay in The Cove

Find the best The Cove areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.

Dunedin City Centre

Travelers come to Dunedin City Centre for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Regent Theatre and The Octagon while you're in town.
A beach with waves at sunset, a sandy shore, and houses on a hillside in the background.

St. Clair

The pristine beaches and ample dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.
A historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

South Dunedin

Restaurants and waterfront are just a few things travelers like about South Dunedin. A stop by Edgar Centre is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

You might appreciate the beaches and bars in Saint Kilda, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, St. Clair Beach and Speight's Brewery are just a few notable stops.

Top The Cove Hotel Reviews

A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
Saint Kilda

10/10 Excellent

Very clean and friendly
Canada
Riley
Reviewed May 4, 2026
Beach lodge motel

Frequently Asked Questions

What's it like in The Cove?

Travelers will be sure to find plenty to entertain them in Dunedin's The Cove neighborhood.

Where is the best place to stay in The Cove?

For your stay in The Cove, Harbour Views- Gateway to the peninsula is one of the top choices based on our traveler data.

If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in The Cove, will I receive a refund?

Yes, the majority of room reservations are refundable if you cancel before the hotel’s cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before check in. If your reservation is non-refundable, you might still have the option to cancel and receive a refund within 24 hours of booking. Enter dates in and click on "Search", then use the filter option "fully refundable" to get the best options available in The Cove.

Where can I learn more about changing or cancelling my trip to The Cove?

For additional details about updating your trip to The Cove or cancelling it, go to https://www.expedia.com/service/.

What are the top things to see and do in The Cove?

A few places to visit in the area around The Cove include Glenfalloch Gardens, Glenfalloch Woodland Garden, and Forsyth Barr Stadium. While you're out sightseeing in Dunedin, be sure to visit other sights like Orokonui Ecosanctuary or Tomahak Beach.