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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 star property
Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre

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Exterior
Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Private kitchen
Exterior
Lounge
Lobby

Reviews

8.4 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
The current price is AU$155
includes taxes & fees
24 May - 25 May

Explore the area

Map
118 High Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Grand Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 78 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 35 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 34 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 32 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
Shower/bath combination
  • 60.0 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
2 bedrooms
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

Heating
Connecting rooms available
Free cots/infant beds
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Private bathroom
  • 60 sq m
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard King Room

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interconnecting Twin Split King

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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Living area

Executive Suite With Two King Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior King Room

Bathroom

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Studio

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cots/infant beds

Standard Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Tower King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the area

Dunedin

A luxury stay in the heart of Dunedin awaits you at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross. You'll be within steps of Grand Casino and within a short 5-minute stroll of Speight's Brewery. Highlights at this eco-friendly hotel include 2 restaurants and in-room free WiFi. .The restaurant, Carlton Restaurant, is open for breakfast. The hotel's own lounge bar is a nice place to enjoy a drink. Business travelers can take advantage of meeting rooms, conference space, and a business centre. Other amenities include free Wi-Fi in public areas, a gym and laundry facilities. Each morning buffet breakfast is served between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of self parking. .Sights within a 10-minute walk of this 4.5-property class Dunedin City Centre hotel include Dunedin Public Art Gallery and Regent Theatre.

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • The Octagon - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • First Church of Otago - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • University of Otago - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sessions - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Luxury hotel with 2 restaurants and fitness centre
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business centre and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness centre, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Scenic Hotel Southern Cross. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 178 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Conference rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Lift
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers 178 accommodations with a hairdryer and an iron/ironing board. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

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.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Uncovered parking on site (NZD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Restaurants on site

  • Carlton Restaurant
  • Ports OCall Grill

Things to do

  • Gym

Family friendly

  • Free cot
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Conference space
  • Meeting rooms

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cot
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 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 at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day.
  • Free cots (infant beds)!

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: from approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and from NZD 18.00 for children
  • Uncovered self-parking fee: NZD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children aged 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

For the benefit of our customers, we have provided a rating based on our ratings system.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

As of 2 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross on 24 May 2025 start from AU$155.21, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Yep, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross has an uncovered self car park with in/out privileges for NZD 25 per day.

Are there any beaches close to Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

The closest beach to Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is St. Clair Beach (3.6 km).

What makes Scenic Hotel Southern Cross a romantic place to stay?

A lounge bar and 24-hour room service, as well as premium bedding in the guestrooms, all help set the scene for a romantic weekend at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross.

Is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, as well as free infant beds in the guestrooms, it's no surprise that Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is a hit with families.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross serve breakfast?

Sure does, buffet brekkie is available daily between 7:00 AM and 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

No, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Yep, they've got a lounge bar and 2 restaurants. Pre dinner cocktails anyone?

What time are check-in & check-out at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Check-in begins at 2 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

No, pets are not allowed.

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 440 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 383 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 112 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1001 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 27 out of 1001 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Ken and Pam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was lovely as always but we overlooked the street and single pane windows made all traffic noise heard.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Nicole

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jackie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room had no Air conditioning and it was so hot in there. Windows could have been opened during the day to try and make the room cooler. Also no ventilation in the bathroom, so it was so hot in there as well
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mykhel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Wish the parking was more efficient - otherwise great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Bathroom quite small area
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary, Calgary

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Central downtown. Old Hotel with modern update. Room was spacious and very clean Great way to see the city
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Loraine

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly helpful staff and clean well presented hotel. Easy walk to bars and restaurants as well as having a good choice of dining options in the hotel. A shame we didn’t know about parking being $25 a night until we had actually checked in and already parked.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Gareth

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
Rooms were nice looked modern nice bed halls looked a bit dated and old with scratched walls. Had a gym and eithin ealking distance or centre of dunedin
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

4/10 Poor

Brian

Travelled with family
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Booked into the scenic hotel southern cross, room was dirty, bathroom door broken and no air conditioning in any rooms. Were transferred to the scenic hotel Dunedin city which was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Tone

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Noel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Went into Dunedin to see a live performance and decided to stay over the night. A great olace to stay and so convenient to everything.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andree

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen, Leesburg

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice location walking distance to Octagon, Railroad station, and bus stops. Rooms well appointed. No Air-conditioning - however windows open and the night air was comfortable even in January. Particular enjoyed 2 meals in their pub. Be warned that most places are closed Sunday evening; hence our second meal!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Nick

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Marie

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Car parking a good option at the back of the hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sam

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Marlo

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Loved our position and very happy with our meals
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie

Travelled with family
This was a perfect place to stay for our family group of nine. Well situated for meals out. A nice area adjacent to concierge for us to sit and have a hot drink together after dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Martin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Clean and there was a fancy casino attached - great restaurants attached as well
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Linton, Blenheim

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025