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Hotel St Clair

3.5 star property
Beach hotel in Dunedin with free parking

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Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony
Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony
Front of property - evening/night
Ocean View Premier Room | Beach/ocean view
Luxury Ocean View Suite

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services
The current price is NZ$219
includes taxes & fees
18 July - 19 July

Room options

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Executive Room, Ocean View

Executive Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Bathrobes
  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Executive Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(23 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Premier Room

Ocean View Premier Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Bathrobes
Separate bath and shower
Hairdryer
  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony

Luxury Ocean View Suite

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
(8 reviews)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
Fridge
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Jetted bath
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Map
24 Esplanade, St. Clair Beach, Dunedin, 9012

What's nearby

  • St. Clair Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speight's Brewery - 6 min drive - 4.7 km
  • The Octagon - 7 min drive - 5.1 km
  • University of Otago - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 9 min drive - 6.9 km

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 16 min drive
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mornington Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tunnel Beach - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Coupland's Bakeries - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fat Harry's Family Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Domino's - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Hotel St Clair

Hotel near University of Otago
Hotel St Clair provides amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and a business centre. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks include:
  • Outdoor pool access nearby
  • Free self-parking
  • Free newspapers, smoke-free property and 1 meeting room
  • Beach towels, laundry services and luggage storage
  • Guest reviews give top marks for the beach locale and helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Hotel St Clair include comforts, such as bathrobes, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and safes.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Free toiletries and hairdryers
  • LCD TVs with satellite channels
  • Fridges, microwaves and electric kettles

Languages

English, Korean

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Height restrictions apply for on-site parking
  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

  • Access to nearby outdoor pool
  • In-room microwave
  • In-room refrigerator

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Lift
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 2009
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator

More

  • Free daily newspapers
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone
  • Safe

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 7:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for NZD 35.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for NZD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: NZD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
The name on the credit card used at check-in to pay for incidentals must be the primary name on the guestroom reservation
This property accepts major credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector and outdoor lighting
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Property Registration Number 9429042071846

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Clair Hotel
Hotel Clair
Hotel St Clair
Hotel St Clair Dunedin
St Clair Dunedin
St Clair Hotel
St Clair Beach Hotel Dunedin
Hotel St Clair Hotel
Hotel St Clair Dunedin
Hotel St Clair Hotel Dunedin

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel St Clair have a pool?

Yes, this property has outdoor pool access.

How much does it cost to stay at Hotel St Clair?

As of 6 Jul 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel St Clair on 18 Jul 2025 start from NZ$218.73, 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 Hotel St Clair pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Hotel St Clair?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at Hotel St Clair?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Hotel St Clair?

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Hotel St Clair located?

Located in St. Clair, this beach hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of St. Clair Beach, St. Clair Golf Club and Kew Park Dog Exercise Area. Ocean Beach Railway and Chisholm Park Golf Club are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Hotel St Clair Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 491 out of 691 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 691 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 691 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 691 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 691 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Staff & service

8.8/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

SUSAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel in fantastic location… friendly reception staff and great nearby restaurants…
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandre

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Great location, right in front of the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Des

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
View of the sea watching the changing waves and the surfers
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great seaside property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent accomodation in a fantastic location and friendly staff. Top notch stay.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

alexis

Great view, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Husband says it is the best stay ever!

Beautiful hotel in the best location!! We can't wait to stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Kaye

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The upgrades are very good and the restaurant reopening us fantastic, although it was closed for the Easter period.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

WAI CHI

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again. Great accomodations on the St Clair Esplanade. Wonderful space and modern design aesthetics
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fantastic location and views, lovely view of the sea. Apartment is well appointed and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Chris

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

8/10 Good

Anne

The convenience was excellent. Close to shops n beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Definitely stay here

This is a fabulous hotel. Our room was spacious and well appointed with an underground car park. The local restaurants are amazing and you’re on the seafront.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location across from St. Clair beach. Room was nice, bed was comfortable. Reception staff was helpful with suggestions. We would stay here again if we came back to the area.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely fabulous view! Also close to the beach and some good dining options.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Frances

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely hotel, great position!

Lovely room and great position close to a surf beach. Free swim in a salt water pool. Room was very well equipped so we could have our breakfast there before heading out to see the sights!
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Leonie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Happy @ Hotel St Clair

Stayed two nights in a balcony room overlooking the beach, which was lovely. Our room was forgotten by housekeeper for daily service, but another staff member sorted this for us. Comfortable & clean with good parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Linda

Great location with sounds of the sea
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darrell

Great location, lovely room with a view over the ocean. Staff were friendly and efficient. Titi restaurant attached to the hotel was superb.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Robert

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great hotel. Fully recommend. Nice to be close to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Sunset and sunrise overlooking the beach. Lovely
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderfull location and access to cafes etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great location, view from the room was amazing. Close to several places to eat
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Beautiful location

Beautiful location on the water. Garage parking is very tight. Many restaurants within walking distance.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024