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Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Executive Queen - Guestroom, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City in Dunedin
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8.4

Excellent

791 reviews

791 reviews

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9.1

Exceptional

Location rating score

Exceptional location
Exceptional for walking
Parking
Available
Walkable places
Disk Den

50 m

Hard To Find Secondhand Bookshop

60 m

Milford Galleries

80 m

Rialto Cinemas

110 m

Quadrant Gallery

120 m

Popular landmarks
Speight's Brewery

210 m

Knox Church

1.1 km

Olveston Historic Home

1.1 km

Otago Museum

1.3 km

Baldwin Street

3.9 km

Closest landmarks
Octagon Books

170 m

First Church of Otago

180 m

Queens Gardens

200 m

Speights Ale House

200 m

Dunedin Casino

200 m

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

123 Princes Street, City Center, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016 - See map

Get your trip off to a great start with a stay at this property, which offers free Wi-Fi in all rooms. Conveniently situated in the City Center part of Dunedin, this property puts you close to attractions and interesting dining options. Don't leave before paying a visit to the famous Otago Peninsula. Rated with 4.5 stars, this high-quality property provides guests with access to restaurant and fitness center on-site.

Highlights

540 meters to public transportation

Front desk [24-hour]

170 meters to Speight's Brewery

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Bar

Facilities

Valet parking

Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!

Front desk [24-hour]

Luggage storage

Contactless check-in/out

Fitness center

Bar

Restaurants

Value for money8.0
Location rating9.1
Nearest airportDunedin International Airport (DUD)
Distance to airport23.9 km

Rooms available at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Excellent
Room comfort & quality

8.4

1 Bedroom Executive Suite
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  • Room size: 37 m²/398 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed
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Executive Room King
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 1 king bed
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Superior King
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 1 king bed
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Interconnecting Room KDD
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  • Room size: 69 m²/743 ft²
  • City view
  • 1 king bed and 2 double bed...
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Standard King
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 1 king bed
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Superior Twin QQ
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 2 queen beds
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Executive Queen
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Shower
  • 2 double beds
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Executive Room QQ
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  • Room size: 39 m²/420 ft²
  • Harbor view
  • 2 queen beds
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Standard Twin Room with Two Double Beds
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  • Room size: 30 m²/323 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 double beds
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Executive Queen Room with Two Queen Beds
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  • Room size: 33 m²/355 ft²
  • Balcony/terrace
  • 2 queen beds
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Frequently asked questions

What time is check-in and check-out at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Check-in is from 02:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM. You may request early check-in or late check-out during booking, subject to availability. Guests checking in or out before or after the designated periods may be charged an additional fee. The front desk is always open, day or night.

How do I get to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

For those who wish to drive their own cars, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City has a car park available for guests. Parking options include a full-service valet for total ease.

What are my dining options at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City features an on-site restaurant for your dining convenience.

What is the closest train, metro, or bus station to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

The closest train, metro, or bus station to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is Dunedin Railway Station, 500 m away.

What restaurants are nearby Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City’s neighborhood is City Center which includes popular restaurants such as Princes on Dowling Street Restaurant and Bar, Galata Turkish Cafe and Black Dog Cafe & Restaurant.

What popular shopping places are close to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Shopping options in Scenic Hotel Dunedin City’s City Center neighborhood include Otago Farmers Market, Hard To Find Secondhand Bookshop and Milford Galleries.

What are popular attractions near Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City’s location in the City Center neighborhood makes it close to famous attractions including First Church of Otago, Dunedin Chinese Garden and The Octagon.

What popular natural sightseeing spots are close to Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City’s nearby natural sights include Dive Otago and Dunedin Freedom Camping located in the same City Center area.

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What people love about Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

  • 9.6

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "Very clean and the staffs are very friendly."

    Sangho

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    November 4, 2020

  • 9.2

    Exceptional
    Staff 

    "Staff excellent, big rooms, grate location, cleaning staff very pleasant,"

    christopher

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    April 14, 2019

  • 8.8

    Excellent
    Location

    "Location great beds"

    Ray

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    April 13, 2019

Property ranking|Compared to 164 Dunedin properties
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Room comfort score
8.4/10
Location score
9.1/10
Room size
40 sqm.
Cleanliness score
8.7/10
Better than
91
%
of Dunedin properties
Better than
90
%
of Dunedin properties
Bigger than
88
%
of Dunedin properties
Better than
82
%
of Dunedin properties
Overall rating:

8.4

Excellent
791 reviews
Cleanliness
8.7
Facilities
7.7
Location
9.1
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More about Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

More about Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Make everyday special with all that Dunedin has to offer with a stay at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City.
All offerings provided by Scenic Hotel Dunedin City help to ensure a pleasant stay for all travelers. Free internet access provided within the hotel keeps you connected throughout your stay. For those driving their own car, parking is available for guests. Always get the assistance you need with front desk services including safety deposit boxes.
For longer stays or whenever you need it, the dry cleaning service and laundry service keep your favorite travel outfits clean and available. Feel like doing nothing? Available services like room service let you get the most out of your time at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City.
A range of amenities is offered in guestrooms at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City. Enjoy your stay even more at the hotel, knowing that some selected rooms include air conditioning. For a bit of entertainment, guests will find daily newspaper, television and cable TV available in some selected rooms. Don't worry about being thirsty as a refrigerator, bottled water, a coffee or tea maker and mini bar are provided in some guestrooms.
Bathroom amenities are just as important as others, and at the hotel you'll find a hair dryer and bathrobes available in some guest bathrooms.


Dining and things to do

A number of great dining options at the hotel assures that you'll always have convenient and delicious choices. A great night out couldn't be easier! Enjoy a fun evening without traveling outside at the bar.
A day in will be as fun as a day out with ranges of recreational activities offered at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City. Burn off you vacation calories with a quick visit to the hotel's fitness facility.


Around the property

Don't spend all your time inside while in Dunedin! A great museum trip can be had at Otago Museum located 1.3 km away, with local art that provides a sense of the region. Be sure to visit Larnach Castle & Gardens located 9.8 km away, an item on every checklist of those who travel to Dunedin.


Reasons to stay here

Find rooms here that are cheaper than 96% of all other options in the city.
Compared to the city's accommodation options, this hotel scored higher than 91% of them for food and dining.
According to guests who stayed here, this hotel's room comfort is rated higher than 91% of other accommodations in Dunedin.

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Amenities and facilities

Very good
Facilities

7.7

Most talked about facilities

Housekeeping

22 mentions

Car Park

7 mentions

Breakfast

5 mentions

Food & Dining

1 mention

Languages spoken
  • English
Internet access
  • Free Wi-Fi in all rooms!
  • Internet
  • Internet services
  • Wi-Fi in public areas
Things to do, ways to relax
  • Fitness center
Cleanliness and safety
  • Anti-viral cleaning products
  • Cashless payment service
  • Hot water linen and laundry washing
  • Physical distancing of at least 1 meter
  • Room sanitization opt-out available
  • Safe dining setup
  • Sanitized kitchen and tableware items
  • Shared stationery removed
  • Staff trained in safety protocol
Dining, drinking, and snacking
  • Bar
  • Restaurants
  • Room service
Services and conveniences
  • Contactless check-in/out
  • Dry cleaning
  • Elevator
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Heating in public area
  • Laundry service
  • Luggage storage
  • Safety deposit boxes
  • Smoke-free property
  • Smoking area
Access
  • CCTV in common areas
  • CCTV outside property
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Front desk [24-hour]
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Pets allowed
  • Security [24-hour]
  • Smoke alarms
Getting around
  • Car park [on-site]
  • Valet parking
Available in all rooms
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Desk
  • Free bottled water
  • Hair dryer
  • Ironing facilities
  • Mini bar
  • Satellite/cable channels
  • Shower

Food and dining

Restaurants on site
Princes on Dowling
  • Menu: Buffet

Location

123 Princes Street, City Center, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016
Exceptional
Location

9.1

Airports
  • Dunedin International Airport (DUD)
    23.9 km
  • Wanaka Airport (WKA)
    161.7 km
Public transportation
  • Dunedin Railway Station
    500 m
  • Dunedin Railways
    500 m
Hospital or clinic
  • Broadway Medical Centre
    260 m
Shopping
  • Otago Farmers Market
    1.4 km
Convenience store
  • City Mini Mart
    90 m
Cash withdrawal
  • ATM
    50 m

What's nearby

Popular landmarks
  • Speight's Brewery
    210 m
  • Knox Church
    1.1 km
  • Olveston Historic Home
    1.1 km
  • Otago Museum
    1.3 km
  • Baldwin Street
    3.9 km
  • Tunnel Beach
    5.9 km
  • Larnach Castle & Gardens
    9.8 km
  • The Royal Albatross Centre
    20.7 km
  • Otago Peninsula
    20.8 km
Nearby landmarks
  • Disk Den
    50 m
  • Hard To Find Secondhand Bookshop
    60 m
  • Milford Galleries
    80 m
  • Rialto Cinemas
    110 m
  • Quadrant Gallery
    120 m
  • Toast
    140 m
  • 12 Below
    140 m
  • Pequeno
    140 m
  • Temple Gallery
    140 m
  • Automobile Association
    170 m
Distances shown are straight-line distances on the map. Actual travel distances may vary.

Property policies

Children and extra beds

Extra beds are dependent on the room you choose. Please check the individual room capacity for more details.

All children are welcome.

Infant 0-1 year(s)
Stay for free if using existing bedding.
Baby cot/crib available upon request
Children 2-12 year(s)
Must use an extra bed
If you need an extra bed, it will incur an additional charge.
Guests 13 years and older are considered as adults
Must use an extra bed which will incur an additional charge.
Others
  • When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Some helpful facts

Check-in/Check-out
  • Check-in from14:00
  • Check-out until10:00
The property
  • Number of bars/lounges1
  • Number of floors8
  • Number of restaurants1
  • Number of rooms 121
  • Year property opened2004
  • Most recent renovation2011

Reviews of Scenic Hotel Dunedin City from real guests

Provided by verified guests of Agoda
8.3
/
10
Cleanliness8.7
Facilities7.7
Location9.1
Room comfort and quality8.4
Service8.4
Value for money8.0
High score for Dunedin
Rating
9+ Exceptional (57)
8-9 Excellent (51)
7-8 Very Good (46)
6-7 Good (15)
<6 Below Expectation (18)
Time of the year
Mar - May (40)
Jun - Aug (29)
Sep - Nov (44)
Dec - Feb (74)

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10.0
Exceptional
Christine from Philippines
Couple
Standard King
Stayed 9 nights in December 2019

Best place to stay in Dunedin!”

Because of the very courteous and accommodating staff. Not to mention, the General Manager, Adrian Clifton is very hands on.

Reviewed December 23, 2019

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Dear Christine, thank you kindly for you complimentary review, we really appreciate it and were pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay. Warm regards, Kate

Responded January 16, 2020
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
9.6
Exceptional
Sangho from New Zealand
Couple
Standard Twin
Stayed 1 night in December 2019

Way better than i expected”

very clean and the staffs are very friendly.

Reviewed November 04, 2020

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9.2
Exceptional
christopher from Australia
Solo traveler
Standard Twin Room with Two Double Beds
Stayed 3 nights in April 2019

very clean,big rooms.”

Staff excellent, big rooms, grate location, cleaning staff very pleasant,

Reviewed April 14, 2019

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Thanks so much Christopher, we really appreciate your feedback and hope you have the opportunity to visit us again in the future. Kind regards, Kate

Responded April 18, 2019
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
8.8
Excellent
Ray from United States
Couple
Superior King
Stayed 1 night in April 2019

Dundin”

Good. Location great beds

Reviewed April 13, 2019

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Thanks Ray, we appreciate your feedback and hope you enjoy the remainder of your trip. Best regards, Kate

Responded April 18, 2019
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
8.0
Excellent
Hean from Singapore
Family with young children
Superior King
Stayed 2 nights in December 2018

Great place and great staff”

Loved this place, and the rooms are clean and nice.

Reviewed January 05, 2019

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Thanks so much Hean we appreciate your feedback. Best regards, Kate

Responded January 11, 2019
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
5.2
Kong from Singapore
Family with teens
Superior Twin with Two Queen Beds
Stayed 2 nights in April 2022

Excellent location, but the hotel currently under renovation.”

Maybe it is not the right time to visit the hotel, it is currently under renovation. It is a reno site, with cables dangling from the ceiling when we walked out from the lift. And the bed frame was broken in the room we originally stayed in. But the staff was helpful to provided us with an upgrade after the incident. Excellent location with walking distance in town. Wonderful view out the window.

Reviewed May 02, 2022

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10.0
Exceptional
Jenny from New Zealand
Couple
Standard King
Stayed 2 nights in February 2014

Superb! We loved our two night stay in Dunedin!”

Friendly and helpful staff, very clean and well located.

I hadn't stayed in Dunedin for many years and wasn't sure where to book, but based on the excellent reviews on Trip Advisor we tried the Scenic Hotel. We couldn't have been happier. The staff were amazing - very friendly and obliging. The room was exceptionally clean and well appointed. We couldn't believe we were in a standard room as it was huge and had beautiful views across the city. Valet parking was only $10 a night and great value.

Reviewed February 25, 2014

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8.0
Excellent
John from United Kingdom
Couple
Superior King
Stayed 3 nights in December 2012

Great Location for Dunedin central”

BIG rooms, decent rooms

The Scenic Hotel Dunedin City may be called scenic, but its location is anything but. The location is superb for eating and drinking at the octagon and for us this was the hotel's best feature. The room was huge which was great and the complimentary toiletries in the bathroom were excellent and replenished each day. We had Xmas dinner at the Scenic Hotel Dunedin City and the food was of a decent standard. All in all we were happy with our Xmas day meal. The only negative for the Scenic Hotel Dunedin City in our eyes was the room got a lot of sun during the day and there was no air conditioning which in a hotel which bills itself as the best in Dunedin was a little disappointing.

Reviewed January 03, 2013

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9.3
Exceptional
Johnson from Hong Kong SAR, China
Couple
Standard Twin
Stayed 1 night in January 2011

Great Location”

Location! Location! Location!
Shower Door

The Scenic Hotel is right at the city centre. You can reach Octagon, Dunedin Railway Station, First Church, etc. by walk. There are pay parking space outside hotel and also very competitive valet parking. The only issue is the shower facility. The door is really too big that almost trapped me inside.

Reviewed January 05, 2011

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9.3
Exceptional
Jane from United Kingdom
Solo traveler
Executive Room King
Stayed 3 nights in February 2016

Best replacement choice from Agoda”

Situation, helpful staff, excellent room

I had originally booked to stay at another hotel, but they backed out at the last minute and Agoda found me this one. Frankly, I think they did me a huge favour, as the Scenic was a much better hotel in a superb, convenient location in the middle of Dunedin. Large numbers of tour groups use this hotel but they seem geared up for it and the individual traveller is well looked after as well.

Reviewed February 23, 2016

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9.7
Exceptional
Mei from Malaysia
Business traveler
Standard King
Stayed 1 night in October 2011

Lovely hotel and value for money”

great location

This lovely new hotel is located right in the city, with just 2-3 minutes walk to Octagon. Lots of nice restaurants just within steps. Clean and big room. Helpful and friendly hotel staff. The i-Site is just located 2 minutes walk across the road. I will return to this hotel for sure my next trip to Dunedin.

Reviewed November 01, 2011

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10.0
Exceptional
Joseph from South Africa
Business traveler
Superior King
Stayed 1 night in July 2011

Great Location”

Location, Gym, Rooms

The hotel is located in the city centre close to all the sites of Dunedin. The rooms are incredbly large and the room service was great. I would pick this hotel for all future trips to Dunedin.

Reviewed July 25, 2011

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8.7
Excellent
James from Canada
Solo traveler
Standard Twin
Stayed 3 nights in January 2015

Dunedin Scenic Hotel”

Location. Cleanliness. Quietness.

The Scenic Hotel is easily accessible by city bus and by foot. Stores, cafes, restaurants, several museums, and historic sites are found within comfortable walking distances. The front desk staff were welcoming and helpful. I'd definitely stay here again. I didn't eat in the hotel restaurant, but the survey required a rating.

Reviewed January 23, 2015

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7.3
Very good
Michael from United Kingdom
Couple
Superior Twin QQ
Stayed 2 nights in December 2012

Comfortable, centrally located hotel. ”

Large bedroom with two double beds.

The Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is very well located in central Dunedin. It usefully has valet parking, so we were able to park right in front and have our luggage taken up to our room, even though we were in the busy city centre. The rooms appear to have been recently refurbished and were large and comfortable. Front desk staff were helpful.

Reviewed December 13, 2012

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9.3
Exceptional
Pearl from United States
Couple
Superior King
Stayed 1 night in April 2014

Best hotel we stayed in during our trip in NZ”

Great location, friendly staff, reasonable price

This waw the best hotel we stayd in during our whole trip in NZ. The room was very large and clean. The price was the cheap by comparison with the other hotels we stayed in. Hotel staff was also very friendly. They helped us book shuttle bus to the airport as well as tour to various places in the city. Overall very good experience!

Reviewed April 23, 2014

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9.3
Exceptional
CLIFFORD from Singapore
Family with young children
Standard Twin
Stayed 2 nights in December 2014

Love the hotel”

Location, Friendliness, spacious rooms

Chose the hotel for its proximity to the Octagon and a good selection of restaurants. We were a small family and had just driven in from Queenstown; so we appreciated the friendliness and helpfulness shown by the hotel staff. The room was spacious and it overlooks the city. It was very clean and comfortable. Food was also great. Definitely worth the money we paid. Will come here again if we visit the city.

Reviewed June 25, 2015

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9.2
Exceptional
Margaret from New Zealand
Family with teens
Superior Twin QQ
Stayed 1 night in December 2017

Need airconditioning”

We always stay in the Hotel when we are in Dunedin, however the airconditioning was not working in any of our rooms (we had 3) and although it is wonderful in winter, it was very stifling and we found it unbearably hot. Trying to sleep was a nightmare. Please look into accommodating for the hot summer months.

Reviewed December 11, 2017

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Dear Margaret Thanks for your feedback, unfortunately while the hotel does have heating unfortunately we do not have air conditioning in the majority of our rooms which included the rooms that you had booked. Our more recently built Executive floor does include air con so perhaps in future if you are here when the weather may be warmer these may be a better option for you. Kind regards Kate

Responded December 14, 2017
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
8.7
Excellent
Graeme from Australia
Couple
Standard King
Stayed 1 night in February 2012

Beautiful Hotel & Friendly Staff”

Location & Helpful Staff

Wish we could have stayed longer. Unfortunately we had limited time with, so much to see and do, in our short holiday around the beautiful South Island of New Zealand. The hotel room was very well equipped. The staff were very friendly and helpful with directions for getting around town. We didn't have time for breakfast but our view of the dining area showed there was plenty of delicious buffet to choose from. We look forward to visiting again and hopefully, a longer stay in Dunedin.

Reviewed March 24, 2012

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9.7
Exceptional
Christian from Australia
Group
Standard Twin
Stayed 1 night in November 2013

Enjoy my quick visit in Dunedin”

Most comfortable bed, clean, in the centre of the city

It has one of the most comfortable beds i've ever slept in. The room is sleek modern, clean and in the good location (within walking distance to restaurants, cafes, city landmark and casino). The only downside of my room, it has pretty thin windows. It was friday night and i think the hotel is centrally located close to pubs/clubs that it was pretty noisy with screams and people's noise from having goodtime outside. Better window insulation would be great for quieter sleep for the guests. I don't mind so much about the noise much than being worried if it's actually a brawl or any incidents occuring downstairs/outside rather than just noises from people having good time downstairs.

Reviewed December 01, 2013

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8.3
Excellent
Jonathan from Germany
Business traveler
Superior Twin QQ
Stayed 12 nights in November 2011

Clean, comfortable rooms and central location”

Located directly near the Octagon - the heart of Dunedin town

i had a very pleasant stay at the hotel. the room was clean and had good facilities. the hotel is located very centrally in dunedin, with only 3 minutes walk to the octagon (town central gastronomic hub) and tourist information office (i-site). my only complaint: the breakfast was a bit dear for what it was, but there are many cafes nearby that offer cheaper and better alternatives. i plan to stay here again on my next trip to dunedin.

Reviewed November 22, 2011

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