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Our top choices for Careys Bay hotels

A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

1. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 12 km from Careys Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (581 reviews)
"This is one of my favourite hotels in the country. Highly recommend staying here. I also recommend the Press Club to dine. Excellent food and great wine list."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
25 Sept - 26 Sept
Fable Dunedin
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

2. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 12 km from Careys Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,003 reviews)
"Rooms clean..bed comfortable...fantastic location"
Australia
Tanya
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

3. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 13.5 km from Careys Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (424 reviews)
"Would absolutely stay again! Not to far from anything beach right across the road We loved our wee little home away from home"
Australia
Simone
The price is NZ$124
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Beach lodge motel
A log cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a large potted plant.

4. Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 star property
Saint Kilda, 13.5 km from Careys Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (540 reviews)
"We had a great and comfortable stay."
Australia
Jess
The price is NZ$110
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 12 km from Careys Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (974 reviews)
"Great place to stay in Dunedin"
Australia
Dan
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
18 Sept - 19 Sept
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

6. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.8 km from Careys Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"The room was spacious for three people. It was clean during our stay and the staff were friendly and helpful."
Australia
Teresa
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
20 Sept - 21 Sept
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

7. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.6 km from Careys Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly and helpful staff. Had issues with my TV, one call to reception and it was sorted within 15min."
Australia
Angela
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.

8. Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
Larnachs Castle, 6.3 km from Careys Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (612 reviews)
"We had a wonderful couple of days here and would definitely go back again. The ballroom Cafe was lovely with great food and atmosphere and the 5 course meal in the castle was amazing."
Australia
Elizabeth
The price is NZ$181
includes taxes & fees
30 Sept - 1 Oct
Larnach Lodge
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a view of the street outside.

9. Garden Motel

Garden Motel
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 9.8 km from Careys Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (223 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location, clean, warm."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$141
includes taxes & fees
19 Sept - 20 Sept
Garden Motel
A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and large windows.

10. Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.2 km from Careys Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location"
Australia
Scott
The price is NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
Quest Dunedin
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, and a TV.

11. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.2 km from Careys Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Best hotel at best price and centrally located to restaurants and malls"
Australia
David
The price is NZ$166
includes taxes & fees
11 Sept - 12 Sept
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.

12. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 15.4 km from Careys Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (818 reviews)
"The staff are always friendly and helpful. The rooms are constant nice and clean "
Australia
Sarah
The price is NZ$234
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Hotel St Clair
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

13. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11 km from Careys Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (864 reviews)
"Great central location, spacious 1 bed unit with washing machine and dryer and parking was included which was a bonus"
Australia
Merran
The price is NZ$154
includes taxes & fees
13 Sept - 14 Sept
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

14. The Chamberson

The Chamberson
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.5 km from Careys Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (410 reviews)
"Super place to stay"
Australia
Julia
The price is NZ$198
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
The Chamberson
A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

15. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 9.6 km from Careys Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,001 reviews)
"Great staff and very comfortable beds"
Australia
Mary
The price is NZ$168
includes taxes & fees
14 Sept - 15 Sept
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
A modern interior with hanging ferns and a large potted plant.

16. Ebb-Dunedin

Ebb-Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.2 km from Careys Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (150 reviews)
"Super stay, superb location"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$261
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Ebb-Dunedin
A serene garden with a reflective pond, surrounded by tall trees and a view of a distant town and mountains.

17. Camp Estate

Camp Estate
5.0 star property
Larnachs Castle, 7 km from Careys Bay
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (43 reviews)
"Beautiful room, and great service; Trish made us feel like family! Best stay in New Zealand!"
United States
Stephen
Camp Estate
A bar area with wooden counters, hanging mugs, and various bottles.

18. Law Courts Hotel

Law Courts Hotel
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 11.4 km from Careys Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (597 reviews)
"Great dinner"
Australia
Shirley
The price is NZ$140
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Law Courts Hotel
A neatly made bed with white and gray linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

19. Aria On Bank

Aria On Bank
4.0 star property
North East Valley, 9.4 km from Careys Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (446 reviews)
"A great place to stay and always first on my list. Staff are friendly, always clean and well presented rooms. Great space to relax in as well plus easy parking."
Australia
Brendon
The price is NZ$134
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct
Aria On Bank
A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

20. Aurora On George

Aurora On George
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 10.3 km from Careys Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (431 reviews)
"Comfortable place to stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is NZ$180
includes taxes & fees
10 Sept - 11 Sept
Aurora On George
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Our guide on where to stay in Careys Bay

Find the best Careys Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and a cathedral in the background.

Dunedin City Centre

Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Grand Casino or The Octagon.

A series of weathered wooden posts in the ocean.

St. Clair

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

A tall clock tower with a flag on top, set against a clear blue sky with scattered clouds.
Photo by Maddie Hayes
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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

South Dunedin

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Edgar Centre while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Top Careys Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Careys Bay

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair

10/10 Excellent
"Perfect location amazing sea views fabulous local restaurants 2mins walking distance from hotel wonderful staff a very warm beautiful feel & extremely clean"
Maree 3-night trip
Posted 7 hours ago
Hotel St Clair

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Careys Bay?
The best time to visit Careys Bay is during the summer months, from December to February, when the weather is warmest and most suitable for outdoor activities.

During this period, you can expect average temperatures ranging from 15°C to 22°C, with plenty of sunshine. This makes it ideal for exploring the Otago Harbour, enjoying a walk along the foreshore, or taking a boat trip to see the local wildlife. The longer daylight hours also mean more time to relax and take in the stunning scenery.

For those interested in marine life, the summer months are also prime time for spotting fur seals, sea lions, and various seabirds around the Otago Peninsula. Many local tours operate more frequently during this peak season, offering convenient ways to experience these natural wonders.

If you prefer a quieter experience with fewer crowds, the shoulder seasons of spring (September to November) and autumn (March to May) are also good options.
Can I cancel my hotel reservation on Expedia?
Many Expedia hotel reservations are refundable, provided that you cancel before the hotel's cancellation deadline − this is often within 24 to 48 hours of your scheduled arrival. If you have a non-refundable booking, it might still be possible to receive a refund if you cancel it within 24 hours of booking. Be sure to check your booking confirmation for the exact cancellation policy. For maximum flexibility, use our 'Fully refundable property' filter during your search to find the right Careys Bay hotel for you.
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