Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Hotels
8.4 (2048 reviews)
123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016 , Dunedin , NZ

Children allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Non-smoking rooms
Air conditioning
Fitness center
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Lift / Elevator
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Comfortable beds
Great location
Friendly staff
Cons:
Parking issues
Cleaning under beds

Categories

Cleanliness
8.04
Cleanliness was noted as an issue with vacuuming under the beds; general feedback was mostly positive.
Service
9.01
Staff were described as friendly and helpful, accommodating during visits.
Location
9.05
Location praised for being central and convenient for various activities.
Room Quality
8.5
Rooms were described as comfortable and well-maintained, with good space.
Amenities
8.53
Amenities were generally adequate, with some requests for improvements in parking options.
Value for Money
7.99
Value perceived as good despite additional parking costs.
Food and Beverage
7.54
Breakfast received mixed reviews, particularly regarding coffee temperature and buffet service.
Overall Experience
8.51
Guests had a largely positive experience with notable conveniences and comfort.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-09 11:38

Property Description

Modern Accommodation with Stunning Views
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers 4.5-star modern accommodation with many rooms providing picturesque harbour views. Whether overlooking the harbour or the city, guests are sure to be captivated by the scenic beauty right from their room.

Dining Delights and Nearby Eateries
Indulge in delicious meals at the hotel's restaurant serving a delectable a la carte menu for breakfast. For more dining options, guests can explore the array of restaurants and cafes just a short stroll away, offering a variety of culinary experiences to suit every palate.

Convenient Location for Exploring
Situated just 2 blocks from the iconic Octagon and close to the Fortune Theatre and central business district, Scenic Hotel Dunedin City is the perfect base for exploring the city's attractions on foot. Book now and experience the convenience and comfort of our modern hotel.

Important information:

Please note that there is a 1.5% charge when you pay with a credit card.

Please note that when booking 5 or more rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Airport code: DUD

Location

Guest Reviews

8.4
Based on 2048 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.04
Service: 9.01
Location: 9.05
Room Quality: 8.5
Amenities: 8.53
Value for Money: 7.99
Food and Beverage: 7.54
Overall Experience: 8.51
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WKP SGP • solo_traveller • sg
9
Pros:

Spacious. Everything as per listing on Booking.com.
Allocated a room no. 714 with a beautiful view of the waterfront and sunrise. Soundproof windows cut out any ambulance noise.
Staff were efficient, friendly and forthcoming. Floors in lift are activated by the cardkey so it is great for solo and female guests.
The city bus stops and good F&B estabs are within walking distance.
The distance to/fro Intercity bus Hub is ok.

Cons:

Food spread for buffet Breakfast was quite basic but the beverages spread was better.
Would be better if the hangers in the wardrobe were changed to normal ones. They kept falling off.

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Leni • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Location and cleanliness

Cons:

Nil

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Jeff • solo_traveller • nz
7
Okay
Pros:

Didn’t like the selection for breakfast. No maple syrup. Packed at 6:30 with bus people and no tables

Cons:

See above

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Gerard • couple • nz
9
Pros:

Location was ideal for our needs

Cons:

No issues

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Thomas • couple • au
8
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Caroline • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Large room with comfy beds, good facilities within the room. Good location. Friendly and helpful staff.

Cons:

I was assigned a room with an inter connecting door, a solo female traveller shouldn't be allocated these rooms without asking if OK? I had to move..I was also charged for paying by card which was not advised, had to wait gor the refund, second attempt was also wrong...could do without this whilst on holiday! Credit card held....I am totally opposed to this...make people pay as they use services so you don't penalise the majority of people who always pay!!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Melissa • couple • nz
9
2026-09-12 • via Nuitee
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Charlotte • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-11 • via Nuitee
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Peter • couple • nz
10
Very enjoyable two day stay. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Pros:

We enjoyed the location. Close to where we wanted to go.

Cons:

It was clean and comfortable.

2026-09-08 • via Nuitee
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Daniela Sangiovanni • solo_traveller • it
10
Pros:

Struttura elegante, in centro città. Posizione ottima, stanza confortevole

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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AramaNZ • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Location n roon size

Cons:

Lack of carparks

2026-09-05 • via Nuitee
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Anna • solo_traveller • nz
8
2026-09-04 • via Nuitee
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Derek • couple • au
10
Service PLUS and quality
Pros:

Our room and the entire hotel is in excellent condition. The finish and design features in the bathroom have been upgraded with intelligence. Free live streaming was a welcome feature that we have not encountered before. Ground floor facilities and restaurant are excellent with great service and good range of food and drinks. On departure during our return to the airport we were informed that our flight was cancelled and moved moved by 2 days! On contacting the hotel they were incredibly helpful with an extension and shifting bookings so that we could return to the same room. The reception staff must be commended for their service as it turned a challenging holiday event into an "extended pleasure". We thank you again.

Cons:

We could not stay longer...

2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Hannah • extended_group • nz
9
2026-09-03 • via Nuitee
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Nicola • couple • nz
10
2026-09-01 • via Nuitee
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maree • couple • au
9
Great would stay again !
Pros:

Great sized room. Very comfy beds,lovely staff and great location.

Cons:

This is just me personally …I just found it a bit hard to step into the bath for the shower ( as I’m short !)

2026-08-31 • via Nuitee
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Jamie • solo_traveller • nz
10
Pros:

Helpful staff with easy check in/out process

Cons:

Getting my SUV out of their tight car parking basement

2026-08-28 • via Nuitee
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Kirsten • extended_group • nz
9
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Tony • couple • nz
8
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee
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Lee Hamilton • family_with_children • au
7
2026-08-27 • via Nuitee