Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

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

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Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a long reception desk and comfortable seating area with a table and chairs.
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Relax in this stylish room with a living area, kitchenette, and flat-screen TV.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.
Stylish hotel with a corner building design, featuring windows on each floor and a flat roof.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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123 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • The Octagon
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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Room options

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 301 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

  • 506 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(25 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

  • 797 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 4 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)
  • 355 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 312 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 334 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

Standard Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Double Beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Interconnecting Superior Room

  • Sleeps 5
  • 4 Double Beds

Executive Queen Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Interconnecting Room

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 2 Double Beds

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin City Centre, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is next to The Octagon and Temple Gallery. This 121-room, 4.5-star hotel has a restaurant, free in-room WiFi, and a conference center.

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Dunedin Town Hall - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Otago - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Albar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sessions - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Stuart St Macs Brewbar - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Luxury hotel with a 24-hour front desk and a restaurant
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City features free WiFi in public areas, a conference center, and a business center. Self parking is available for NZD 30 per night. The front desk is staffed 24 hours a day to help with luggage storage and securing valuables. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include laundry facilities, a vending machine, and a banquet hall.
Guests can expect free WiFi and 40-inch TVs with digital channels. Beds are dressed in premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, coffee makers, and safes are also standard.

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

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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

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

  • Up to 2 kids 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day
  • Free cribs/infant beds are available

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

You'll be asked to pay these charges at the property:

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 300 per stay

These are all of the charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

These fees and deposits will be charged at check-in, check-out, or the time of service.

  • 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

This list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits might 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
  • Check-in: 2 PM—-10 PM
  • Check-out: 10 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18
The front desk is open 24 hours a day. Driving? This property offers parking (fees apply).

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • 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.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking.
  • This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash.
  • Onsite safety features include a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Connecting or adjoining rooms can be requested, but all rooms are subject to availability. Contact the property using the phone number on your booking confirmation.
  • Parking has height restrictions.

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

Are free cancellation options available at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers free cancellation on select room rates. For specific requirements, look at the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What can I see near Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

This hotel is situated in Dunedin City Centre, just steps from The Octagon and Grand Casino, and within a short walk of Speight's Brewery. You'll also find First Church of Otago and Dunedin Town Hall less than a mile away.

Is parking available on site at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Yes, secured parking is offered for NZD 30 per night with in/out privileges. Though parking is available on request, accessible parking is also available.

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City have a casino on the premises?

No, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

Is Scenic Hotel Dunedin City a good place to stay for couples?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like premium bedding as well as a bar and a restaurant.

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this hotel.

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City have a restaurant with a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City serves buffet breakfast for a surcharge each morning at Princes on Dowling.

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City.

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City have connecting rooms?

Yes, you can book connecting guestrooms at this hotel for your group or family vacation.

Where is the closest airport to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

The closest major airport to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.), which is 17.6 mi away (24 minutes by car).

Can I book a room with a balcony at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Yes, some guestrooms at this hotel offer a balcony where guests can enjoy city or water views.

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 489 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 372 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 22 out of 1000 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 11 out of 1000 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Boyagama

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sharnae

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

2/10 Terrible

David

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Not scenic

This is a medium large hotel. It is ugly on the outside with a restaurant that looks like a school cafeteria. There are no views. They say they have parking.... but that is just to lure you in. Its never available.... and its a fair walk to non timed parking.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katarina

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Convenient place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

George

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Andrew

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Only issue is checking out in the morning and having someone available and qualified to do so and generating an invoice. A very pleasant stay marred by one simple fiz
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leanne

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

CHENQI

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The facility does not have enough parking spaces and we got to know this until we arrived. We had have to park on the street in front of the hotel and had no idea where to offload the luggage. Only after checked in we get the information from the hotel staff. Not a great choice if traveling with a vehicle.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

mieke

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

KDJ

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline F

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend stay

Lovely room. We enjoyed the room service, all food was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 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

8/10 Good

Timothy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to stay, comfortable bed, gym was reasonable, check in was easy and the staff pleasant. Location is convenient to most things in town and i enjoyed my breakfast. All in all a good place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff

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

10/10 Excellent

kuan

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Anvy

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
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Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved the size of the room very spacious. The bed was comfy. Even though the bathroom looked a little hospital like but loved it, it was huge great shower head and pressure. Nice handwash and body soaps. Great breakfast selections and plenty. Staff were superb and professional
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

2/10 Terrible

Catherine

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
This is an older hotel and it shows. I picked this hotel for the parking, parking in hotel garage was not available. Shower was a stall, diffucult to move around in. Mold in kettle. Bedding smelled like someone's cologne. Staff was great. Breakfast was nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Sandra

Traveled with group
The person on duty was rather offhanded about the parking, really did not care. We were not advised that there was limited parking and that we would have to park on the street with timed parking meters.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

4/10 Poor

Dannielle

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

6/10 Okay

Claudia

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
It was ok nothing fantastic. Room was spacious and clean
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Ian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice and warm when bitter cold
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

David

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025