Scenic Hotel Dunedin City, Dunedin ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2025

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123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

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“The hotel's location is perfect for diving into the vibrant heart of Dunedin, with the Octagon just a short stroll away!”view full review

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City, a 5-star property with an 8.4/10 rating on Booking.com, features modern accommodations with natural light, stylish design, and a lively atmosphere. Amenities include a lounge bar with a fireplace, dining options showcasing local cuisine, and meeting facilities.

Rooms & Amenities

Rooms at Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offer modern styling with large windows, featuring options for King beds or two Queen beds. All accommodations include free WiFi, mini-fridges, tea and coffee facilities, and en-suite bathrooms. Selected rooms also come with private balconies that provide impressive views of the harbour or city.

Dining & Bar

Dining at the in-house Princes on Dowling Restaurant includes a menu rich in local flavors and wines, including Pinot Noir from Central Otago. The lounge bar offers light snacks and beverages, featuring a cozy gas fireplace and large TV for sports events. Room service is also available for guests who prefer in-room dining.

Business & Events

The Scenic Hotel Dunedin City provides meeting and event facilities with convenient street-level access, ideal for corporate gatherings. The Highland Room is fully air-conditioned and can accommodate a variety of events, supported by quality catering options from the restaurant and bar. Nearby facilities managed by Dunedin Venues enhance event hosting capabilities.

Location & Nearby Attractions

Located in a vibrant part of Dunedin, the hotel is within walking distance of iconic attractions such as The Octagon, the Grand Casino Dunedin, and local shopping options. Guests can explore stunning Gothic architecture and enjoy the local art scene. For transportation, the Ritchies/InterCity Travel Terminal is a 22-minute walk from the property.

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The hotel offers a variety of rooms including double rooms, family rooms, and suites with breakfast, free cancelations, and special deals

Executive One-Bedroom Suite

2 persons

47 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Executive King Room

2 persons

29 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Coffee machine

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Standard King Room

2 persons

29 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Superior King Room

2 persons

31 m²

1 King-size bed

Shower

Heating

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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Delicious Dining!

“The food served was incredibly tasty and the vegetarian options were especially good, bringing back fond memories with perfect comfort food.” view full review

Spacious Comfort!

“The room was impressively large and well-equipped, with a comfy chair, table, and a well-placed computer desk that enhanced my overall experience.” view full review

Excellent Shower!

“The bathroom facilities were superb, with really good shower pressure and temperature, making it a true pleasure to unwind.” view full review

Superb Entertainment!

“I loved the media options in my room, especially the big screen with easy access to Netflix and Prime; it was perfect for relaxing evenings.” view full review

General

No smoking on site
Free Wi-Fi
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
24-hour security
Luggage storage
Lift
Vending machines
Smoke detectors
Fire extinguishers
Key card access
Key access

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Welcome drink

Dining

In-room breakfast
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Packed lunches

Business

Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Fax/Photocopying

Children

Children's buffet

Room features

Wi-Fi in rooms
Air conditioning
Heating
Mini-bar
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities

Bathroom

Free toiletries

Self-catering

Electric kettle

Media

Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock

Room decor

Carpeted floor

Location

123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

Map view

123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

City landmarks

Museum

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

1.2 km

Museum

Otago Museum

1.1 km

Landmark

Olveston Historic Home

910 m

Square

The Octagon

910 m

Gallery

Dunedin Public Art Gallery

910 m

Church

St Paul's Anglican Cathedral

910 m

Public Building

Dunedin Town Hall

910 m

Garden

Dunedin Chinese Garden

1.2 km

Stadium

Forsyth Barr Stadium

2.3 km

Garden

Dunedin Botanic Garden

2.5 km

Landmark

Dunedin Railways

1.2 km

University

University of Otago

1.1 km

Church

Knox Church

1.1 km

Museum

The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery

1.2 km

Mall

Meridian Mall

730 m

Landmark

Hydroslide

910 m

Shopping Area

Wall Street Mall

630 m

Nearby

Church

First Church of Otago

180 m

The Octagon

Robert Burns Statue

270 m

Church

St Joseph's Cathedral School

390 m

Casino

Grand Casino Dunedin

450 m

Anzac Ave Dunedin Railway Station

New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame

520 m

Museum

Whakamana Cannabis Museum

90 m

200 Rattray St

Speight's Brewery

450 m

Gallery

Gallery De Novo

300 m

Garden

Queens Garden

450 m

Dunedin Railway Station

Taieri Gorge Railway

510 m

192 Princes St

Whakamana: the Cannabis Museum of Aotearoa

80 m

55 Princes St

Moray Gallery

140 m

Gallery

Milford Galleries

250 m

Restaurants

Black Dog Kitchen & Bar

50 m

109 Princes Street

Sessions

10 m

138 Princes St

Speight's Alehouse

280 m

200 Rattray Street 200 Rattray St

India Gate Restaurant & Bar

60 m

102 Princes Street

Hightide

90 m

192 Princes Street

Jizo Japanese Restaurant

140 m

56 Princes Street

Getting around

City Centre

Dunedin4 min · 300 m

Airports

Dunedin (DUD)44 min · 28.8 km

Train

Dunedin Railway Station8 min · 600 m

Taieri Gorge Railway11 min · 900 m

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Property information and rules

Check-in

from 14:00-23:59

Check-out

until 10 am

Guest Parking

No parking available.

Internet

is available in for free.

Breakfast

You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs NZD 36 per person per day.

Children & extra beds

There are no cots provided in a room.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

Year renovated:

2008

Number of floors:

Number of rooms:

134

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