Dunedin

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About Dunedin

One of the best-preserved Victorian & Edwardian cities in the region, charming Dunedin is a favourite amongst history buffs as well as outdoorsy types. It’s also a UNESCO-listed City of Literature, with its own Writers’ Walk, as well as a Street Art Trail and a much-lauded Public Art Gallery. Whether you’re in the city on business, for a cultural visit or looking to explore the natural wonders of the Otago Peninsula, Dunedin offers a great selection of unique accommodation options. Chosen for their amenities, style and location, our list of the best places to stay in Dunedin is a brilliant resource for planning your trip with city centre properties as well as one on the Peninsula.

Heritage-minded travellers tempted by the city's art and architecture can also admire the Otago Museum and the Toitu Otago Settlers Museum. The nearby village of Port Chalmers is lovely, and the 35 acres of stunning gardens which surround Larnach Castle — the only castle in NZ — are well worth a wander. Keen wildlife enthusiasts can spot native birds at the Royal Albatross Centre and the Orokonui Eco Sanctuary, or take to the ocean on a wildlife cruise. Hike or mountain bike along well-marked countryside trails, go rock climbing at Long Beach, swim at Brighton Beach or join surfers at picturesque St Clair.

Return to the city for great shopping and a buzzy evening feel — including tours and tastings at excellent local breweries, a short walk from some of the best places to stay in Dunedin.

The Best Places to Stay in Dunedin

For city style

  • The Chamberson Hotel has 21 stylish studios and small one- or two-bedroom apartments with sitting rooms and kitchens in a converted warehouse with striking city views. Unwind with friends and family, or stay here whilst on business in the city. Expect big breakfasts, great concierge recommendations & a good selection of Otago wines. There's also a cool loft space for events.
  • Fable Dunedin is a chic city hotel with 50 boutique rooms and suites housed in an elegant 150-year-old building. As well as the indulgent rooms, the big draw is The Press Club, originally popular with Dunedin's writers in the 1870s, and now a hip restaurant-bar. Smart and sophisticated.
  • Bell Hill Apartments are perfect for family or group trips to the city. Set near the Octagon, in restored Investment House, these warm, welcoming spaces ooze character. The three two-bedroom apartments have light-filled sitting rooms, modern kitchens and lovely terraces. A careful restoration fusing contemporary style with a soulful old-school feel.

For heritage charm

  • Larnach Castle offers a choice of traditional and contemporary accommodation in 35 acres of manicured grounds surrounding New Zealand's only castle (though you should note that none of the rooms are in the castle itself). One for history buffs and families, this is a top spot for a classic wedding or large conference. Tours of the castle are included, and four-course dinners of local produce in the atmospheric dining room are very special.

For an apartment or holiday cottage

  • If you'd prefer a self-catering option, we suggest that you visit our online partner Booking.com.

Travel information

  • Fly to Dunedin International Airport, 20 minutes from the city centre by car or shuttle.
  • New Zealand is famously wonderful for a road trip! Contact our online partner Rentalcars if you would like to hire a car.
  • Travel during the spring or summer for the best weather, with temperatures peaking around 15-18°C between December and April. June to August trips are brilliant for snowsports enthusiasts.

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The best hotels in Dunedin

The Chamberson Hotel
The Chamberson Hotel

Dunedin

A collection of studios & one- or two-bedroom apartments in a converted warehouse near the Octagon. Swish, modern interiors invite couples, groups or business travellers to relax with striking city views, sitting rooms & private kitchens. Enjoy big breakfasts, Otago wines & expert concierge tips.

  • Groups - Book the two-bedroom, two-bathroom pad if travelling with friends, or host a larger drinks & dinner event at The Loft
  • Business meetings - A great choice for longer city stays, with self-catering facilities and stylish modern interiors
  • Boutique - Swish modern interiors in a chic warehouse conversion near the Octagon
  • Surfing - Go surfing at St Clair, Aramoana, Murdering Bay or Karitane
from $124 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Larnach Castle
Larnach Castle

Dunedin (Otago Peninsula)

Characterful accommodation in 35 acres of grounds surrounding New Zealand's only castle. The Lodge offers a truly traditional stay, while the affordable Stables are more contemporary. Savour four-course dinners in the castle's atmospheric dining room. A grand rural escape. Great for weddings.

  • Hotel Entertainment - Guided tours of NZ's only castle and its magical gardens are a highlight - and they're included in your room rate
  • Back to Nature - The area is renowned for its yellow-eyed penguins and albatross, a great base for wildlife enthusiasts
  • Great walks - Take long walks along the Otago Peninsula Headland, looking out for native birdlife
  • Country Escape - A unique experience to stay in lodges within the grounds of a family-owned castle
from $108 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Fable Dunedin
Fable Dunedin

Dunedin

An elegant 1862-built Dunedin institution, restored in 2020 to offer 50 superb rooms & suites with wood panelling, inviting beds & black marble bathrooms. Popular with writers since the 1870s, the hip Press Club promises indulgent High Teas, craft cocktails & gourmet fare. For business or pleasure.

  • Museums - Visit Olveston Historic Home, the Dunedin Public Art Gallery, Toitū Otago Settlers Museum and Larnach Castle
  • City Style - A hip city hotel fusing Victorian charm with swish modern style & offering excellent food
  • Business meetings - With space for up to 250 guests, the hotel has impressive conference & events facilites
  • Historic - Founded in 1862 as The Wains Hotel, the Victorian-era building has a rich history
from $165 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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Bell Hill Apartments
Bell Hill Apartments

Dunedin

Three elegant two-bedroom apartments in the restored heritage Investment House, on the southern edge of The Octagon in central Dunedin. Expect classic, characterful interiors with cosy sitting rooms, private patios, well-equipped kitchens & striking city views. A chic base for a city stay

  • Designer Shopping - The building's back wall faces the Octagon: you're perfectly place for shopping at the area's many boutiques
  • Romantic Break - Hide away in the privacy of your own luxury apartment as a couple, experiencing historic Dunedin
  • Great walks - Follow the Street Art Trail or Writers' Walk to explore the city & discover its rich culture
  • Groups - Three two-bedroom apartments, perfect for groups of friends staying in the city
from $330 for 1 room, 1 night including taxes & fees
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