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SCENIC HOTEL SOUTHERN CROSS DUNEDIN, Dunedin – A Smart Stay in the City
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About the Hotel
118 High Street,
Dunedin,
New Zealand,
9016,
Otago
Rooms & Suites
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers 178 rooms, including Standard, Superior, Tower, Executive, and Presidential Suites. Standard Rooms feature a King or Twin Double beds, en-suite bathrooms with shower over bath, Sky TV, mini fridge, and free WiFi. Tower Suites include a lounge area, dining table, and kitchenette with microwave. Executive Suites have two bedrooms, each with a King bed and en-suite bathroom. Presidential Suites offer a separate lounge and dining area, plus a kitchenette with basic cooking facilities.
Dining Options
The hotel has three dining venues. The Carlton Restaurant serves buffet and à la carte breakfast. Boldini Café offers coffee, sweet potato and peanut bisque, and artisan breads. Ports O’Call Bar & Grill features local dishes like pan-seared orange roughy and pumpkin cinnamon pie. Room service is available 24 hours.
Leisure & Events
The Grand Casino is located within the hotel. Dunedin’s street art trail and St Clair esplanade are nearby. The hotel has nine function rooms, including the Heritage and Cargill Rooms, suitable for conferences and weddings. Partner venues like Forsyth Barr Stadium can host large events.
Location & Transport
The hotel is on High Street, near Princes Street and the Octagon. Dunedin Railway Station and Otago Museum are within walking distance. On-site parking costs $25 per day, with Tesla charging available for $30 per night. Public transport options include Bus #7 and the Green Line Tram.
Guest Services
Services include 24-hour room service, free WiFi, and Sky TV. Accessible rooms have roll-in showers and handrails. The hotel partners with Dunedin Venues for event coordination. Nearby attractions include Speight’s Brewery and the First Church of Otago.
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From cozy doubles to spacious family suites – all with flexible options, breakfast, and exclusive deals.
Thoughtfully designed amenities for a comfortable & memorable stay
Wi-Fi
Parking
NZD 25 per day
Baggage storage
24-hour services
24-hour reception
General
No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Baggage storage
Elevator
ATM/Cash machine
Key card access
Sports & Fitness
Fitness center
Guest Parking
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Services
Room service
Housekeeping
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance
Dining
Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area
Business
Business center
Meeting/ Banquet facilities
Spa & Leisure
Casino
Room features
Heating
Sitting area
Tea and coffee facilities
Ironing facilities
Bathroom
Free toiletries
Self-catering
Electric kettle
Cookware/ Kitchen utensils
Media
Flat-screen TV
AM/FM alarm clock
Room decor
Carpeted floor
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Location
118 High Street,
Dunedin,
New Zealand,
9016,
Otago
Map view
118 High Street,
Dunedin,
New Zealand,
9016,
Otago
City landmarks
Museums
Toitu Otago Settlers Museum
3600 ft
42 Royal Terrace
Olveston Historic Home
3800 ft
Square
The Octagon
3800 ft
Museums
Otago Museum
4300 ft
Gallery
Dunedin Public Art Gallery
3800 ft
Church
St Paul's Anglican Cathedral
3800 ft
Public Building
Dunedin Town Hall
3800 ft
Garden
Dunedin Chinese Garden
3600 ft
Stadiums
Forsyth Barr Stadium
1.3
mi
22 Anzac Ave
Dunedin Railways
3600 ft
Anzac Ave Dunedin Railway Station
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
2300 ft
Garden
Dunedin Botanic Garden
1.7
mi
University
University of Otago
4300 ft
Church
Knox Church
4200 ft
Museums
The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery
4700 ft
Mall
Meridian Mall
3100 ft
Cnr Littlebourne Road & Upper Stuart Street
Hydroslide
3800 ft
Dunedin Railway Station
Taieri Gorge Railway
3600 ft
Nearby
Casinos
Grand Casino Dunedin
1000 ft
Church
First Church of Otago
1200 ft
The Octagon
Robert Burns Statue
1600 ft
Church
St Joseph's Cathedral School
1500 ft
200 Rattray St
Speight's Brewery
1000 ft
Museums
Whakamana Cannabis Museum
400 ft
Gallery
Gallery De Novo
1700 ft
Garden
Queens Garden
1000 ft
192 Princes St
Whakamana: the Cannabis Museum of Aotearoa
500 ft
Gallery
Milford Galleries
400 ft
441 Princes Street
2nd Floor Yoga
1200 ft
55 Princes St
Moray Gallery
1200 ft
Restaurants
Speight's Alehouse
800 ft
200 Rattray Street 200 Rattray St
Dunedin Casino
100 ft
118 High Street
Zucchini Bros
300 ft
286 Princes Street The Exchange
The Carlton Restaurant
100 ft
118 High Street
Taste Nature
100 ft
131 High Street
Ports O' Call Bar
100 ft
118 High Street
Parcels Restaurant
400 ft
6 Liverpool Street
Catalyst
400 ft
286 Princes Street
Punjab Indian Tandoori Restaurant
500 ft
192 Princes Street
Vanguard
700 ft
329 Princes Street
Etrusco at the Savoy
1200 ft
8 Moray Place First floor
Guest Ratings & Reviews
Real Guest Experiences & Ratings
82%
enjoyed their stay & would return
friendly staff
good location
price for value
discrepancy from photos
8.2/10
Great
Rooms
8.0
Location
8.0
Service
8.4
Dining
6.8
Guest reviews
8.2/10
based on 5 reviews
4/5
based on 1094 reviews
7.9
7.9/10 based on 1463 reviews
#26 of 61 hotels in Dunedin based on Tripadvisor
Helen
United Kingdom,
May
2024
8.6/10
I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, making it one of the best stays I've had. The service was lovely and very helpful, and the location was fantastic, close to main shopping areas and eateries. The dining experience was very nice with a wide selection, though coffee could improve. Overall, a great value for money.
Rooms
9.0
The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable.
Service
9.0
The service was lovely and very helpful.
Location
9.0
The location was great, with easy access to shopping and dining spots.
Dining
8.0
The dining was very nice, offering a wide buffet selection.
Facilities
8.0
The facilities were clean and tidy, perfect for our short stay.
Matthew
United Kingdom,
April
2024
7.0/10
The hotel is in a prime location right in the heart of Dunedin town center. The rooms, though clean and comfortable, have a tired feel with noticeable stains on the carpet and furniture. The 24/7 noise from the nearby lift made it hard to get a good night's rest.
Rooms
7.0
The rooms, although clean and comfortable, are a bit tired with noticeable stains on the carpet and furniture. The noisy lift opposite the room disturbed my sleep.
Service
9.0
The service was exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff always ready to assist, from room service to tour information.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location is excellent, right in the middle of town, making it convenient to explore Dunedin on foot. However, noise from the busy footpaths outside could be bothersome.
Dining
5.0
The dining experience was a letdown, with unimaginative hot food lacking seasoning. Breakfast items like scrambled eggs and bacon were underwhelming.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offers parking overnight, but the lackluster dining options detract from the overall facility experience.
Pamela
United Kingdom,
February
2024
8.0/10
I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and clean with a super comfortable bed. The staff was amazing, always friendly and ready to help. The location was excellent for exploring the city, and the dining options were good. However, the room wasn't ready upon our arrival, and the area felt a bit dodgy.
Rooms
8.0
The room was quite lovely, comfy bed, nicely decorated, and good facilities like tea/coffee making and a fridge.
Service
9.0
The staff were friendly and helpful, particularly the lady in the Ports o' Call.
Location
8.0
The location was great with easy access to shopping and dining areas.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was nice with a reasonable range of choices.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel had room service, dry cleaning, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.
John
United Kingdom,
January
2024
7.6/10
The hotel rooms were nice and large, spacious, clean, and the bed was good and comfortable. Although the restaurant and food were good, I opted to have breakfast elsewhere due to personal preference. The staff were pleasant and friendly, but the overall experience didn't quite match the expectations set by the photos for the price paid.
Rooms
8.0
The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was comfortable.
Service
8.0
The service was delightful, with staff even taking care of details like tucking stuffed toys into the beds. However, there was a slight disappointment when our friends had to be moved to different rooms.
Location
7.0
The location was good for us as we could easily return from dropping off our rental car. It was also great with convenient access to shopping and dining options. Unfortunately, the parking facilities were a bit of a letdown.
Dining
7.0
The dining experience was good with great staff, although there was room for improvement in the coffee quality.
Facilities
8.0
The hotel facilities were well-equipped to cater to various needs and preferences.
friendly staff
price for value
Dan
United Kingdom,
May
2023
7.2/10
I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with lovely rooms and friendly service. The location was convenient, although the dining options were not ideal. Overall, good value for money.
Rooms
8.0
The room was quite lovely, with a comfy bed and nice decor. It was equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge, which was convenient. The only downside was the lack of outside views and it was a little hot.
Service
7.0
The staff, especially a lady in Ports o' Call, were friendly and helpful. Despite a small issue with the room, they managed to accommodate us and even offered a slight discount. However, some staff members seemed disinterested at times.
Location
8.0
The hotel's location was good for my business needs, being central and within walking distance to the Octagon. It was close to attractions like Speights Brewery and Ale House, making it convenient for activities. However, the area felt a bit dodgy.
Dining
7.0
The dining options were satisfactory with a reasonable range, but as a severe coeliac, I wished for more gluten-free choices. The homemade muffins were a nice touch, but I wouldn't rely on them for a full meal.
Facilities
6.0
The hotel offered basic facilities like room service, dry cleaning, and laundry services. Nothing extraordinary but functional.
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