Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a fitness center

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Exterior
Meeting facility
Cafe
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Lobby

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Popular amenities

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118 High Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Place, Grand Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Speight's Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Airport, Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(16 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(73 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(15 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(22 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Executive Suite With Two King Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

  • Sleeps 4

Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 6

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

Superior Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 3

Tower King Suite

  • Sleeps 2

Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

Standard Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4

Interconnecting Twin Split King

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Sleeps 4

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin City Centre, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is adjacent to Grand Casino and within a 5-minute walk of other popular sights like Speight's Brewery. This 4.5-star hotel has 178 guestrooms and offers conveniences like 2 restaurants, free in-room WiFi, and a gym.

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Octagon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • First Church of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Otago - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Moons - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Sool Dunedin - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Steamer Basin Brewery & Taproom - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Sessions Bar - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬3 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and a fitness center
At Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, guests have access to a gym, free WiFi in public areas, and meeting rooms. Self parking is offered for NZD 25 per day. The front desk is staffed 24/7 to help with dry cleaning/laundry, securing valuables, and tours or tickets. Other amenities at this luxury hotel include conference space, a business center, and laundry facilities.
Guests can expect to find free WiFi and 29-inch LCD TVs with satellite channels and pay movies. Beds sport premium bedding and bathrooms offer hair dryers and free toiletries. Refrigerators, electric kettles, and ironing boards are also standard.
Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness center.

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.

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Carlton Restaurant
  • Ports OCall Grill

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

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

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business center
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

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 (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

More

  • Banquet hall
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 29-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
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

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
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25 per day (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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
  • Check-in: 2 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.
  • 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.
  • 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.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our rating system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Is a free cancellation option available at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers free cancellation on some room rates. For more details, review the cancellation policy on Orbitz.

What's there to do within easy reach of Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

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

Is parking available on site at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Yes, uncovered parking is offered for NZD 25 per day with in/out privileges.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have a casino on the premises?

No, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross doesn't have a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

No, there is no indoor pool at this hotel.

What amenities will couples enjoy at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Couples staying at this hotel will appreciate amenities like around-the-clock room service and premium bedding as well as a bar.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have a hot tub?

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

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross feature a restaurant that includes a breakfast menu?

Yes, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross has 2 restaurants, and serves buffet breakfast each morning for a surcharge.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross.

Are there connecting rooms at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

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

What is the closest airport to Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

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

Are there rooms with balconies at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

No, you won't find guestrooms with balconies at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross.

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 346 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 106 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1005 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 28 out of 1005 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Staff & service

8.4/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stewart

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good stay
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

SHI

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

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent staff and handy location
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amy

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
Excellent all around!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Patricia

Traveled with partner
Check in staff were quick and very helpful. Bit of a strange restaurant set up, small not well patronized for a hotel that was Full.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marama

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely and quiet
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adrian

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good staff clean room
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Friendly team, from checking in through to the restaurant
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

John

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The room was warm and reasonably spacious. It was clean apart from a couple of hairs on surfaces in the bathroom & some minor repairs were needed on the shower door. The bed was quite comfortable but had a noticeable ridge down the middle which made the edges slope away somewhat. Overall,how ever, our experience was positive and we would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very handy location, car parking great but pricy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
good friendly staff not so sure about check in with tablet seems slow
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Shirley

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to always stay suits us perfectly
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vasiti

Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Sue

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to always stay
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Wenrichelyn

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The hotel is well-maintained and clean. Bed was comfortable. Only Wondering if superior rooms are more likely the same with the standard rooms. My friend book a standard one and I got a room the same as hers.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Michelle

Traveled with family
Liked: Amenities
The breakfast selection is very good.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Kelvin

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Easy and central

Nice location easy with food and parking
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Graham

Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, close to everything
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

8/10 Good

Tania

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean room, enough for a one night stay
Stayed 1 night in May 2025