Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Luxury hotel with restaurant, near University of Otago

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October 2025

26

November 2025

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds | Premium bedding, in-room safe, desk, iron/ironing board

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom | Living room | 40-inch TV with digital channels

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.

Excellent

Popular amenities

Bar
Connecting rooms available
Non-smoking
Parking available
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

$84 nightly

Oct 31 - Nov 1

Total with taxes and fees

Why we love this property

Luxury city retreat

Discover opulent accommodations in the heart of the city. This hotel offers a lavish urban escape with prime downtown location.

Dine and drinks

A restaurant beckons hungry travelers with delicious fare. The hotel also features a bar and a nourishing buffet breakfast.

Luxury sleep moments

Premium bedding elevates each guestroom at this luxury hotel. Sweet dreams come naturally in these sumptuous sleep havens.

Room options

Check availability for these dates

Tonight

Oct 26 - Oct 27

Tomorrow

Oct 27 - Oct 28

All rooms

1 bed

2 beds

3+ beds

Showing 17 of 17 rooms

Executive Room, 1 King Bed

Wonderful

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

312 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Executive Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Balcony

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

355 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Queen Beds

Executive Suite, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Separate bedroom

Premium bedding

506 sq ft
1 bedroom
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

2 bedrooms

Premium bedding

797 sq ft
2 bedrooms
Sleeps 6
4 Queen Beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

312 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Wonderful

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

301 sq ft
Sleeps 2
2 Double Beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

334 sq ft
Sleeps 2
1 King Bed

Superior Room, 2 Queen Beds

Exceptional

Highlights

Air conditioning

Heating

Connecting rooms available

Free cribs/infant beds

Refrigerator

TV

Premium bedding

Hair dryer

377 sq ft
Sleeps 3
2 Queen Beds

Executive King Room

Sleeps 2

Executive One-Bedroom Suite

Sleeps 2

Executive Queen Room With Two Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Standard Interconnecting Room

Sleeps 4

Standard King Room

Sleeps 2

Standard Twin Room With Two Double Beds

Sleeps 2

Superior King Room

Sleeps 2

Superior Twin With Two Queen Beds

Sleeps 4

Interconnecting Superior Room

Sleeps 5

Similar properties

Parking available
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Connecting rooms available

$77 nightly

Nov 2 - Nov 3

Total with taxes and fees

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About the neighborhood

123 Princes Street, Dunedin, 9016

What's nearby

The Octagon - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
Grand Casino - 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

‪Moons - ‬3 min walk
‪Sool Dunedin - ‬2 min walk
‪Sessions Bar - ‬1 min walk
‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬3 min walk
‪The Duke Of Wellington - ‬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.

At a glance

Hotel size

- 121 rooms
- Arranged over 8 floors

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

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

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

Children

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

Pets

- Pets not allowed

Internet

- Free WiFi in public areas
- Free WiFi in rooms

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

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.

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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

8.8

Excellent

9.0/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Popular mentions

Service staff

Room

Spacious room

Parking

Store

View

Restaurant

Bathroom

Downtown

Location

What guests liked

Breakfast was great, well-stocked, and had a good variety. (9 reviews)
The property's central location offers convenient access to various dining options. (4 reviews)

From real guest reviews summarized by AI.

8/10 Very good

Sep 14, 2025

Older style room and hotel, but suited our needs perfectly for a two night stay. Comfotable bed and great shower. Would stay again. Good mid city location.

Leonie, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Oct 1, 2025

Centrally located

Great service from all areas of the hotel. Quiet rooms and spacious rooms. Good value for money.

Mrs Josephine, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 13, 2025

Great stay, thank you!

I K, 2-night trip

8/10 Very good

Jul 16, 2025

Good location Staff friendly

Hiromi, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 2, 2025

Great location

Greg, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

Aug 16, 2025

Central location

Good central location for overnight stop

Christine, 1-night trip

8/10 Very good

May 22, 2025

Stay at the scenic was very comfortable, great hotel.

Andre, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 21, 2025

Just a nice place to stay

Logan, 3-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jul 3, 2025

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

10/10 Exceptional

Mar 12, 2025

Great stay

Jeff, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Jun 30, 2025

great view,big bed,very handy to shopping,casino,restaurants

erice, 2-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Apr 20, 2025

Great central.place to stay with good friendly staff and excellent coffee from the restaurant, thanks team.

Luke, 1-night trip

10/10 Exceptional

Aug 26, 2025

Clean and good service.

Hotel is clean and provides great service. It also has a restaurant and is surrounded by other food outlets. Location is close to city centre. The bed was not so good with two in it though.

Jacobus, 2-night trip