Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Otago. Guests can visit the fitness centre for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Princes on Dowling, which serves breakfast. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
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 per cent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
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
On-site parking only available on request
Secured covered on-site self-parking (NZD 30 per night; includes in/out privileges)
Wheelchair-accessible parking on site
Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
On-site 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
Travelling with children
Children stay for free (see details)
Working away
Business centre
Meeting room
Conference centre
Services
24-hour front desk
Laundry facilities
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness centre
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Lift
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Wheelchair-accessible parking
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Air conditioning and heating
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Free cot/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Free toiletries
Hairdryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Fridge
More
Daily housekeeping
In-room safe
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Princes on Dowling – This restaurant only serves breakfast. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.
Awards and affiliations
Eco-certified property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award – a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural heritage and 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 per cent
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 on-site parking
Parking height restrictions apply
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms. These are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Also known as
Dunedin City Hotel
Dunedin City Scenic Hotel
Scenic Dunedin City
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Scenic Hotel Dunedin
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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 that you 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.
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 on-site casino at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (2-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Scenic Hotel Dunedin City?
Yes, there's an on-site 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.
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City Reviews
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
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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
6/10 Good
14 December 2024
Not the best
Beds are dated and not very comfortable...
Amber
Amber, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
8 December 2024
Ashley
Ashley, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2024
Central Hotel Friendly staff
Evan
Evan, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 November 2024
Central and comfortable
This hotel is a short walk from the Octagon, which makes it very convenient. My room was spacious and had a nice view of the harbour. When I reported a light bulb that needed to be replaced, it was replaced promptly.
Robert
Robert, 4-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 November 2024
Good location and staff
All the staff are gentle and friendly, I stayed for 3days in Dunedin, all were good except the weather but all staff in this hotel gave me a good info and service.
It’s close to most monuments around the Octagon where the centre of the city and some facilities. ex) a supermarket and so on.
But if you drive, you must check whether a book a parking spot at the hotel can be available or not!
KEONG SEOB
KEONG SEOB, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 October 2024
david
david, 1-night family trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 October 2024
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
10 October 2024
Verified traveller
1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
21 September 2024
Friendly reception staff. Great breakfast. No soundproofing between bathroom and bedroom
Tanya
Tanya, 2-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
16 September 2024
Great central location but property is a bit tired
Mark
Mark, 1-night business trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
11 September 2024
Great for a family
Anna
Anna, 1-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
9 September 2024
Brendon
Brendon, 1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 September 2024
Nice, conveniently situated hotel. Staff were ftiendly and helpful. Rooms were spacious and comfortable. Breakfast was great.
Cheryl
Cheryl, 3-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
1 September 2024
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Terry
Terry, 1-night business trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
26 August 2024
Easy , good value
Jason
Jason, 1-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
6/10 Good
25 August 2024
susan
susan, 1-night trip
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8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Convenient location, near the Octagon
Short work stay
Dale
Dale, 2-night business trip
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8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
Unfortunately the hotel carpark was full - we had to park down a side street. It was ok but did not expect no park with our room.
Natasha
Natasha, 1-night family trip
Verified Wotif guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 July 2024
very welcoming, excellent receptionist
Judy
Judy, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 July 2024
Brian
Brian, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2024
We had a lovely time at the hotel. I was there for business and the meeting facilities were good. We didn'
Kim
Kim, 3-night trip
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10/10 Exceptional
18 July 2024
Mathew
Mathew, 2-night business trip
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10/10 Exceptional
5 July 2024
Lovely place to stay, staff lovely (especially if they were able to give eye contact. It would be nice to start the stay with a liter of milk in the mini bar.
Shona
Shona, 3-night trip with friends
Verified Wotif guest review
8/10 Very good
30 June 2024
Good central base for a trip to Dunedin, only about 5 minutes from the Octagon which is the centre of town