Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 star property
Luxury Dunedin hotel in Dunedin City Centre with 2 restaurants
your current months are December, 2024 and January, 2025.
December 2024
January 2025

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

Reviews

8.4 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Room service
  • Gym
The price is NZ$159
includes taxes & fees
7 Jan - 8 Jan 2025

Explore the area

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

Room options

Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Highlights

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

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

Highlights

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

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Highlights

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

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Highlights

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

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Highlights

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

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

Highlights

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

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

Highlights

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

Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interconnecting Twin Split King

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

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

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Standard Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Tower King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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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. 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
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk
  • The Octagon - 6 min walk
  • First Church of Otago - 6 min walk
  • University of Otago - 13 min walk

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Sessions - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Dost Turkish Cafe - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Luxury Dunedin hotel in Dunedin City Centre with 2 restaurants
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
  • 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 minibars and free newspapers. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay-per-view films.

Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit, complimentary toiletries and hairdryers. 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

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

  • 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

  • 29-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free daily newspapers
  • 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

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.

  • 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
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 21 Dec 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross on 7 Jan 2025 start from NZ$158.71, 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.

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. 441 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 391 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 107 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 39 out of 1003 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 25 out of 1003 reviews" "

8.8/10

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

Colleen

Travelled with family, Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Only downside was lack of meal selection
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Kane

Travelled with family
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Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
One of the internal sliding windows, which was about 1.5 metres, jumped out of its rails when I was closing it smashed and just about took me out with it, they were so good about it moving us to a superior room, they couldn’t apologise enough, even though I kept saying to the, it’s not your fault these things happen
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

DARREN

Liked: Staff & service
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great stay, lovely comfy bed and staff were quick to respond to a small issue we had in our room
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Jo

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fan in bathroom was broken, and room felt dirty and stuffy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The only thing to remember is this hotel does not have free parking included however there is a row of council parking out the front that we used and it is freefrom 6pm to 9am. Good customer services. The room was large, warm and the beds were very comfy. Even though its in the CBD there was no noise so great nights sleep. I would stay here again. I booked a twin room for 2 people it met our needs.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mitchell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spot
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tama

Travelled with family, Travelled with family and small children, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was safe and secure, with very friendly staff. The concierge Theo was helpful in letting us retrieve our sons phone he left behind in our suite. Informative with a warm welcoming and farwell
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Peter

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Suzanne

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Within walking distance from town centre. Ample dining options downstairs. Greeted by a lovely kiwi at reception.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Teina

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Got a complementary room upgrade so that was cool, staff were nice and helpful, dining options downstairs great food. Will be staying here again when I'm back
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Darren

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

matt

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sue

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for my time in the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Repeat visit
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The rooms are very large and spacious, with extremely comfortable bed. The location is wonderful. My only dislike is that housekeeping can be improved. They should be checking to make sure that all staples, like toilet paper and Kleenex have been restocked. I should have not had to contact reception to get these items restocked. Otherwise, fabulous room, location, and front end staff!!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzette

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
It was convenient, great rooms
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
My stay was excellent but I did notice that a guy going into a room next to mine who was Asian and then when I came past again another guy (European) was going into the same room. He came straight out and came down the lift with me saying my room already has someone in it.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Daz

Travelled with partner
Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cleaning was lacking,lots of dust in areas.Marks and stains on the carpet.Bed was like sleeping on concrete. The place needs to be refurbished and actually make it worth the money that people spend to stay there.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024