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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with restaurant, near University of Otago

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Welcome to our hotel lobby, featuring a long reception desk and comfortable seating area with a table and chairs.
Stylish hotel with a corner building design, featuring windows on each floor and a flat roof.
Enjoy a wide selection of breakfast options at our buffet, featuring a variety of hot and cold dishes.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.
Relax in this stylish room with a living area, kitchenette, and flat-screen TV.
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
  • Connecting rooms available
  • Air conditioning
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Gym

Main amenities (12)

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Restaurant and bar/lounge
  • Breakfast available
  • Self parking
  • Conference center
  • Business center
  • 24-hour front desk
  • Air conditioning
  • Front-desk safe
  • Vending machine
  • Self-serve laundry
  • Meeting room

For families (6)

  • Children stay free
  • Free cribs/infant beds
  • Refrigerator
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available
  • Private bathroom
  • Television
The current price is NT$2,236
NT$2,605 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18

Room options

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Showing 17 of 17 rooms

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Two single beds with white linens, a desk, and a TV are featured in this well-maintained room.

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(23 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Relax in this stylish room with a living area, kitchenette, and flat-screen TV.

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

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

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, a desk for work, and a cozy seating area.

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(28 reviews)

Highlights

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

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Two large beds with white linens, flat-screen TV, and a desk with chair.

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

View all photos for Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, desk, and comfortable seating area.

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
  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in comfort with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a cozy seating area featuring a chair and ottoman.

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
  • 29 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Relax in this serene space with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a small table for your essentials.

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
  • 31 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Two large beds with white linens, flat-screen TV, and a desk with chair.

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
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Room With Two Double Beds

Two single beds with dark headboards, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard King Room

Relax in this inviting space with a large bed, two bedside tables, and a dining area.

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Executive One-Bedroom Suite

Relax in a spacious room with a large bed, headboard, and comfortable nightstand.

Executive One-Bedroom Suite

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Superior Twin With Two Queen Beds

Two single beds with matching headboards and footboards, a small table, and a chair for dining or working.

Superior Twin With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Interconnecting Superior Room

Two single beds with grey headboards and white bedding, a small table and chairs near a window with sheer curtains.

Interconnecting Superior Room

  • Sleeps 5

View all photos for Executive Queen Room With Two Queen Beds

Two single beds with headboards and pillows, a comfortable seating area, and framed artwork adorn this stylish room.

Executive Queen Room With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Superior King Room

Relax in comfort with a large bed, desk, and flat-screen TV, surrounded by ample natural light and a minimalist aesthetic.

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2

View all photos for Standard Interconnecting Room

Two single beds with dark headboards, a flat-screen TV, and a desk with a chair.

Standard Interconnecting Room

  • Sleeps 4

View all photos for Executive King Room

Cozy retreat with a large bed, bedside tables, and a flat-screen TV.

Executive King Room

  • Sleeps 2

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  • Connecting rooms available
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, 1,004 reviews
The price is NT$2,180
NT$2,539 total
includes taxes & fees
Aug 17 - Aug 18
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About the neighborhood

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

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

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Otago. For a bite to eat, guests can check out Princes on Dowling, which serves breakfast. Fellow travelers love the helpful staff.

Languages

English

At a glance

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Hotel size

    • 121 rooms
    • Arranged over 8 floors
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Arriving/Leaving

    • Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
    • Minimum check-in age: 18
    • Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in

    • Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
    • Government-issued photo ID may be required
    • Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children

    • Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets

    • Pets not allowed
WIFI

Internet

    • Free WiFi in public areas
    • Free WiFi in rooms
LOCAL_PARKING

Parking

    • Onsite parking available only on request
    • Secured covered onsite self parking (NZD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
    • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
    • Onsite parking limited
    • Height restrictions apply for onsite parking
    • Onsite garage
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Other information

    • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 6:30 AM–9:30 AM
  • Restaurant
  • Bar/lounge

Traveling with children

  • Children stay free (see details)

What to do

  • Free use of nearby fitness center

Working away

  • Business center
  • Meeting room
  • Conference center

Services

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

Facilities

  • Safe-deposit box at front desk
  • Banquet hall

Accessibility

  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Be entertained

  • 40-inch TV
  • Digital TV channels

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning and heating
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Iron/ironing board

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Free crib/infant bed

Freshen up

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

Stay connected

  • Desk
  • Free WiFi

Food and drink

  • Refrigerator

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms available

Special features

Dining

Princes on Dowling - This restaurant serves breakfast only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

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.

Fees & policies

Refundable deposits

  • Breakage deposit: NZD 300 per stay

Optional extras

  • Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
  • Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent

Children & extra beds

  • Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day

Parking

  • Covered self parking costs NZD 30 per night with in/out privileges
  • Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve onsite parking
  • Parking height restrictions apply

Policies

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.
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.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express

National rating

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

Also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offer free cancellation for a full refund?

Yes, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.

Are pets allowed at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Sorry, pets aren't allowed.

Is parking offered on site at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Yes. Self parking costs NZD 30 per night. Parking spots may be limited.

What are the check-in and check-out times at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

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

Is there an onsite casino at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (2-min walk) is nearby.

Are there restaurants at or near Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Yes, there's an onsite restaurant, Princes on Dowling.

What's the area around Scenic Hotel Dunedin City like?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 8-minute walk from Dunedin Railway Station and 10 minutes' walk from University of Otago.

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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

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What guests liked

  • Breakfast was great, well-stocked, and had a good variety. (9 reviews)
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Reviews

8/10 Good

Good location Staff friendly
Hiromi, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful, spacious, clean rooms. Very comfortable for our stay. Highly recommend!
George, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location
Greg, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Friendly and efficient staff, clean room, comfortable bed. Location was perfect for us, close the octagon and a quick uber to other places.
Dana, 2-night trip

8/10 Good

Stay at the scenic was very comfortable, great hotel.
Andre, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Friendly caring welcoming staff!
Lorraine, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great location. Friendly welcome. Spacious and comfortable room
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great place and spacious room. Clean and tidy
Zwe Wint, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Just a nice place to stay
Logan, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Overall was a good stay. I like it so convenient to town and things I did. Much easier. Thank you for this.
Alice, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great stay
Jeff, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Nice quiet property with large rooms and friendly staff. They do however need to find staff who can make a bed properly.
Timothy, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Great central.place to stay with good friendly staff and excellent coffee from the restaurant, thanks team.
Luke, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

It was nice and clean and got to do a late checkout for no cost
Jorja, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good value hotel in handy location. Efficient check in and checkout.
Deborah, 3-night trip

8/10 Good

Clean, receptionist are very nice
Magno Demetrio, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Staff were very professional and nice
Lise, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Central to everything in Dunedin. Great staff. Great stay
Maroun, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

The room was nice, spacious, and tidy, and the staff were friendly and accommodating. A+.
Jessica, 2-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Well situated; clean; good-sized room; good breakfast offering
Robert, 3-night trip

10/10 Excellent

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.
Pamela, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Good location, with options for dining in close proximity.
Rachel, 1-night trip

8/10 Good

Really happy with the Scenic. Room was comfortable and clean and we enjoyed our stay for a few nights.
2-night trip

8/10 Good

Good hotel in a great position for walking everywhere. Not very visible from the street so was difficult to initially find but once I’d found it it was great.
James, 1-night trip

10/10 Excellent

Can not rave any higher!
Milly, 1-night trip