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About the Hotel

123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016
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Near the central plaza
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Featuring a prime location just a 6-minute walk from the public park "Queens Garden", the modern Scenic Hotel Dunedin City boasts a private art gallery. Portobello Marine Laboratory is located a few steps from the stylish hotel, boasting a lounge bar and harbour views.

Location

The 5-star hotel is close to a railway station and only 450 m from the Grand Casino Dunedin. Carisbrook Cricket Club is within 25 minutes' walk of the quality Scenic, while Dunedin airport is 30 km from it.

The accommodation is adorned by popular attractions, including a bar and a restaurant. This comfortable hotel is located in proximity to Toitu Otago Settlers Regional History Museum.

Rooms

The 134 rooms at the smoke-free property are equipped with comforts such as climate control, as well as a flat-screen TV with satellite channels. They are appointed with a writing desk, and also feature tea and coffee making equipment. Guests can make use of a separate toilet and a shower, along with toiletries and bath sheets supplied in the modern bathrooms.

Eat & Drink

The à la carte Princes on Dowling restaurant in Scenic Hotel Dunedin City offers dishes for dinner. The onsite bar has a lounge and is decorated with a fireplace.

Leisure & Business

As leisure options, the hotel offers a shared lounge and recreational facilities. Guests can keep fit during their stay as the Scenic has a gym area featuring fitness classes.

Must-do experiences

  • Visit the Otago Museum for a glimpse into local history and culture.
  • Try the iconic Dunedin cheese rolls at a local café like The Rolling Tones.
  • Take a stroll through the beautiful Dunedin Botanic Garden in the afternoon.
  • Explore the hidden gem of Larnach Castle and its stunning gardens.
  • Don't miss the Saturday Farmers Market for fresh local produce and crafts.
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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
510 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
Superior King Room
2 persons
335 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Standard King Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Heating
Executive King Room
2 persons
315 sq. feet 
1 King-size bed
Shower
Coffee machine
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Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

General

  • No smoking on site
  • 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

  • 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
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Location

123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016
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123 Princes St, Dunedin 9016, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016
Nearby
Church
First Church of Otago
600 ft
The Octagon
Robert Burns Statue
900 ft
Church
St Joseph's Cathedral School
1300 ft
Casino
Grand Casino Dunedin
1500 ft
Anzac Ave Dunedin Railway Station
New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame
1800 ft
Museum
Whakamana Cannabis Museum
300 ft
200 Rattray St
Speight's Brewery
1500 ft
Gallery
Gallery De Novo
1000 ft
Garden
Queens Garden
1500 ft
Dunedin Railway Station
Taieri Gorge Railway
1700 ft
192 Princes St
Whakamana: the Cannabis Museum of Aotearoa
300 ft
55 Princes St
Moray Gallery
500 ft
Gallery
Milford Galleries
900 ft
Restaurants
Black Dog Kitchen & Bar
200 ft
109 Princes Street
Sessions
100 ft
138 Princes St
Speight's Alehouse
1000 ft
200 Rattray Street 200 Rattray St
India Gate Restaurant & Bar
200 ft
102 Princes Street
Hightide
300 ft
192 Princes Street
Jizo Japanese Restaurant
500 ft
56 Princes Street
Getting around
City Centre
Dunedin4 min  ·  1000 ft
Airports
Dunedin Airport (DUD)44 min  ·  17.9 mi
Train
Dunedin Railway Station8 min  ·  2000 ft
Taieri Gorge Railway11 min  ·  3000 ft
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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:
8
Number of rooms:
134
Check-in
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