Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, Dunedin ➤ Reviews, Rooms & Prices 2024

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About the Hotel

118 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, established in 1883, is Dunedin’s largest and most significant hotel, blending modern luxury with historical charm. The property retains its original architectural features while offering contemporary furnishings and amenities. Located in the city center near shopping, entertainment, and cultural attractions, the hotel serves as an excellent base for exploring Dunedin. The inclusion of three distinct venues, including a casino, enhances its appeal as a multifaceted accommodation option.

Location

Situated on High Street, the hotel is just a short walk from major attractions like The Octagon, shops, and the train station. Dunedin Venues and various transportation options nearby enhance accessibility for guests. On-site parking is available for a nominal fee, with additional public parking options in the surrounding area.

Rooms

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross features 178 stylish guest rooms and suites, designed to provide comfort and elegance in the heart of Dunedin. Options include generously proportioned Superior Rooms with King or Twin Double beds, Tower Suites that can accommodate larger groups, and luxurious Presidential Suites with separate lounge and dining areas. Each room is equipped with SKY TV, free WiFi, minibars, and en-suite bathrooms, ensuring a comfortable stay.

Eat & Drink

The hotel offers multiple dining venues, including The Carlton Restaurant, which provides an extensive breakfast buffet and a la carte options. Ports O'Call Bar & Grill serves casual meals, showcasing local produce and providing room service for guests. Boldini Café & Wine Bar, located off the lobby, features lighter meals and a selection of wines, adding variety to the dining experience for both hotel guests and the public.

Leisure & Business

With extensive conference facilities, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross can accommodate various business events, offering nine versatile function rooms including the larger Heritage and Cargill Rooms. Recreational facilities include a fitness center and close proximity to local attractions, making it suitable for both leisure and corporate travelers. The innovation in in-house catering ensures high-quality dining experiences for events.

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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 Suite Two King Beds

Max:

4 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

2 Queen Size Beds

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Superior Twin Room Two Double Beds

Max:

3 persons

34 m²

Bed options:

2 Double beds

Shower

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Interconnecting Room Presidential Suite

Max:

6 persons

60 m²

Bed options:

1 King-size bed

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Getting around

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City Centre

Dunedin200 m

Airports

Dunedin (DUD) 28.8 km

Train

Dunedin Railway Station700 m

Taieri Gorge Railway 1.1 km

Facilities

The hotel offers amenities for your comfortable stay and unforgettable experiences

Responsive Reception

The reception team went above and beyond to accommodate our last-minute room change, ensuring my mum felt safe and comfortable.view full review

Spacious Comfort

Our room was incredibly spacious, providing an ideal environment for both work and relaxation, with comfortable furnishings.view full review

Well-Equipped Gym

The on-site gym was a fantastic addition, allowing me to maintain my fitness routine during my stay with great equipment.view full review

Superb Sleep Quality

The bed was incredibly comfortable, making for a restful night's sleep, though it tended to wobble a bit when I moved.view full review

General

No smoking on site
Wi-Fi
Parking
Safe deposit box
24-hour reception
No pets allowed
Rooms/ Facilities for disabled
Luggage storage
Lift
Key card access

Sports & Fitness

Fitness centre

Guest Parking

Electric kettle

Services

Room service
Laundry
Dry cleaning
Tours/Ticket assistance

Dining

Restaurant
Bar/ Lounge area

Business

Business centre
Meeting/ Banquet facilities

Spa & Leisure

Casino

Room features

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

Location

118 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

Map view

118 High Street, Dunedin, New Zealand, 9016

City landmarks

Museum

Toitu Otago Settlers Museum

1.1 km

42 Royal Terrace

Olveston Historic Home

1.1 km

Square

The Octagon

1.1 km

Museum

Otago Museum

1.3 km

Gallery

Dunedin Public Art Gallery

1.1 km

Church

St Paul's Anglican Cathedral

1.1 km

Public Building

Dunedin Town Hall

1.1 km

Garden

Dunedin Chinese Garden

1.1 km

Stadium

Forsyth Barr Stadium

2.0 km

22 Anzac Ave

Dunedin Railways

1.1 km

Anzac Ave Dunedin Railway Station

New Zealand Sports Hall of Fame

680 m

Garden

Dunedin Botanic Garden

2.7 km

University

University of Otago

1.3 km

Church

Knox Church

1.3 km

Museum

The Dunedin Museum of Natural Mystery

1.4 km

Mall

Meridian Mall

930 m

Cnr Littlebourne Road & Upper Stuart Street

Hydroslide

1.1 km

Dunedin Railway Station

Taieri Gorge Railway

1.1 km

Nearby

Casino

Grand Casino Dunedin

290 m

Church

First Church of Otago

360 m

The Octagon

Robert Burns Statue

470 m

Church

St Joseph's Cathedral School

440 m

200 Rattray St

Speight's Brewery

290 m

Museum

Whakamana Cannabis Museum

120 m

Gallery

Gallery De Novo

510 m

Garden

Queens Garden

290 m

192 Princes St

Whakamana: the Cannabis Museum of Aotearoa

130 m

Gallery

Milford Galleries

100 m

441 Princes Street

2nd Floor Yoga

340 m

55 Princes St

Moray Gallery

350 m

Restaurants

Speight's Alehouse

230 m

200 Rattray Street 200 Rattray St

Dunedin Casino

10 m

118 High Street

Zucchini Bros

90 m

286 Princes Street The Exchange

The Carlton Restaurant

10 m

118 High Street

Taste Nature

10 m

131 High Street

Ports O' Call Bar

20 m

118 High Street

Parcels Restaurant

100 m

6 Liverpool Street

Catalyst

100 m

286 Princes Street

Punjab Indian Tandoori Restaurant

140 m

192 Princes Street

Vanguard

200 m

329 Princes Street

Etrusco at the Savoy

340 m

8 Moray Place First floor

Reviews and Ratings

Feedback from previous guests about their experience.

76%

liked the hotel and would stay again

friendly staff

good location

price for value

discrepancy from photos

7.6/10

Very good

Rooms

8.0

Location

8.0

Service

8.4

Dining

6.8

4/5 based on 1094 reviews

#26 of 61 hotels in Dunedin based on Tripadvisor

Helen

United Kingdom, May 2024

8.6/10

I had a wonderful stay at the hotel! The rooms were spacious, clean, and comfortable, making it one of the best stays I've had. The service was lovely and very helpful, and the location was fantastic, close to main shopping areas and eateries. The dining experience was very nice with a wide selection, though coffee could improve. Overall, a great value for money.

Rooms

9.0

The rooms were spacious, clean, and very comfortable.

Service

9.0

The service was lovely and very helpful.

Location

9.0

The location was great, with easy access to shopping and dining spots.

Dining

8.0

The dining was very nice, offering a wide buffet selection.

Facilities

8.0

The facilities were clean and tidy, perfect for our short stay.

Matthew

United Kingdom, April 2024

7.0/10

The hotel is in a prime location right in the heart of Dunedin town center. The rooms, though clean and comfortable, have a tired feel with noticeable stains on the carpet and furniture. The 24/7 noise from the nearby lift made it hard to get a good night's rest.

Rooms

7.0

The rooms, although clean and comfortable, are a bit tired with noticeable stains on the carpet and furniture. The noisy lift opposite the room disturbed my sleep.

Service

9.0

The service was exceptional, with attentive and knowledgeable staff always ready to assist, from room service to tour information.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location is excellent, right in the middle of town, making it convenient to explore Dunedin on foot. However, noise from the busy footpaths outside could be bothersome.

Dining

5.0

The dining experience was a letdown, with unimaginative hot food lacking seasoning. Breakfast items like scrambled eggs and bacon were underwhelming.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offers parking overnight, but the lackluster dining options detract from the overall facility experience.

Pamela

United Kingdom, February 2024

8.0/10

I had a lovely stay at this hotel. The room was spacious and clean with a super comfortable bed. The staff was amazing, always friendly and ready to help. The location was excellent for exploring the city, and the dining options were good. However, the room wasn't ready upon our arrival, and the area felt a bit dodgy.

Rooms

8.0

The room was quite lovely, comfy bed, nicely decorated, and good facilities like tea/coffee making and a fridge.

Service

9.0

The staff were friendly and helpful, particularly the lady in the Ports o' Call.

Location

8.0

The location was great with easy access to shopping and dining areas.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was nice with a reasonable range of choices.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel had room service, dry cleaning, laundry, and tours/ticket assistance.

John

United Kingdom, January 2024

7.6/10

The hotel rooms were nice and large, spacious, clean, and the bed was good and comfortable. Although the restaurant and food were good, I opted to have breakfast elsewhere due to personal preference. The staff were pleasant and friendly, but the overall experience didn't quite match the expectations set by the photos for the price paid.

Rooms

8.0

The room was spacious and clean, and the bed was comfortable.

Service

8.0

The service was delightful, with staff even taking care of details like tucking stuffed toys into the beds. However, there was a slight disappointment when our friends had to be moved to different rooms.

Location

7.0

The location was good for us as we could easily return from dropping off our rental car. It was also great with convenient access to shopping and dining options. Unfortunately, the parking facilities were a bit of a letdown.

Dining

7.0

The dining experience was good with great staff, although there was room for improvement in the coffee quality.

Facilities

8.0

The hotel facilities were well-equipped to cater to various needs and preferences.

friendly staff

price for value

Dan

United Kingdom, May 2023

7.2/10

I had a pleasant stay at the hotel, with lovely rooms and friendly service. The location was convenient, although the dining options were not ideal. Overall, good value for money.

Rooms

8.0

The room was quite lovely, with a comfy bed and nice decor. It was equipped with tea/coffee making facilities and a fridge, which was convenient. The only downside was the lack of outside views and it was a little hot.

Service

7.0

The staff, especially a lady in Ports o' Call, were friendly and helpful. Despite a small issue with the room, they managed to accommodate us and even offered a slight discount. However, some staff members seemed disinterested at times.

Location

8.0

The hotel's location was good for my business needs, being central and within walking distance to the Octagon. It was close to attractions like Speights Brewery and Ale House, making it convenient for activities. However, the area felt a bit dodgy.

Dining

7.0

The dining options were satisfactory with a reasonable range, but as a severe coeliac, I wished for more gluten-free choices. The homemade muffins were a nice touch, but I wouldn't rely on them for a full meal.

Facilities

6.0

The hotel offered basic facilities like room service, dry cleaning, and laundry services. Nothing extraordinary but functional.