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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5

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Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board
Premium bedding, minibar, desk, iron/ironing board

Guest reviews

4.3 out of 5 Excellent
975 reviews
Guests rated this property 4.4/5 for cleanliness.

Popular amenities

Free WiFi
Restaurant
Gym
Business Services
Parking Available
Bar

Cleaning and safety practices

  • Cleaned with disinfectant
  • Hand sanitiser provided
  • Social distancing

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118 High Street, Dunedin

Explore the area

Popular LocationDunedin Casino1 min walk
Popular LocationSpeight's Brewery3 min walk
Popular LocationFirst Church of Otago6 min walk
AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)29 min drive

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  • Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 60 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
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  • Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 60 sq m
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSuite, 1 King Bed, Tower

  • Standard Room, 1 King Bed

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    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 32 sq m
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsStandard Room, 1 King Bed

  • Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 60 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsExecutive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

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    Room amenities

    • 60 sq m
    • Sleeps 2
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  • Superior Room, 1 King Bed

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    4.4/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 34 sq m
    • Sleeps 2
    More detailsSuperior Room, 1 King Bed

  • Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

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    4.6/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 35 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsSuperior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

  • Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 78 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsSuperior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

    Photos of Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 78 sq m
    • Sleeps 4
    More detailsSuperior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

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    5/5 guest room rating

    Room amenities

    • 60 sq m
    • Sleeps 6
    More detailsPresidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

About this area

Dunedin

Located in Dunedin, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is in the city centre. Dunedin Public Art Gallery and Regent Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's notable landmarks include The Octagon and First Church of Otago. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Forsyth Barr Stadium or Edgar Centre.
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Popular Location

What's nearby

  • Dunedin Casino - 1 min walk
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk
  • Regent Theatre - 6 min walk
  • First Church of Otago - 6 min walk
  • Toitu Otago Settlers Museum - 6 min walk

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • AirportDunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • Carlton Restaurant — 1 min walk
  • Ports OCall Grill — 1 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Luxury Dunedin hotel in Dunedin City Centre, walk to The Octagon
This smoke-free hotel features 2 restaurants, a fitness centre and a bar/lounge. WiFi in public areas is free. Other amenities include 2 coffee shops/cafés, 24-hour room service and a business centre. All 178 rooms offer free WiFi, 24-hour room service and LCD TVs with satellite channels. Guests will also find fridges, minibars and premium bedding.
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers 178 forms of accommodation 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.

Recreational amenities at the hotel include a fitness centre.

Awards and affiliations

Green/Sustainable Property
This property participates in Qualmark, a programme that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: The Environment, the community, the cultural heritage and the local economy.

Cleaning and safety practices

Enhanced cleanliness measures

Disinfectant is used to clean the property
High-touch surfaces are cleaned and disinfected

Social distancing

Contactless check-out
Protective shields in place at main contact areas
Social distancing measures in place

Safety measures

Temperature checks given to staff
Temperature checks available for guests
Hand sanitiser provided
Enhanced food service safety measures are in place
Individually wrapped food options available for breakfast
This information is provided by our partners.

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and public transport

  • Self parking: NZD 18.00 per day

Food and drink

  • 2 restaurants and 2 coffee shops
  • 1 bar
  • 24-hour room service

Things to do

  • Fitness centre

Family friendly

  • Babysitting/childcare (surcharge)
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Laundry facilities
  • Fridge

Conveniences

  • Lift
  • Front-desk safe

Guest services

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Concierge services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry-cleaning service
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Tour/ticket assistance

Languages spoken

  • English

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Meeting rooms
  • Conference space

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please note them in the special requests field on the booking page after selecting your room.
  • Accessible bathroom
  • In-room accessibility
  • Roll-in shower
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Linens
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • 29-inch LCD TV
  • Films for purchase
  • Satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Minibar
  • Fridge

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Free newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in between 2 PM and 3 AM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not 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 following fees and deposits are charged by the property at the time of service, check-in or check-out.

  • Self-parking fee: NZD 18.00 per day
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 per cent

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property

We should mention

Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation

National rating

This Hotel property has been rated 4 star plus.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Can I cancel my reservation for free at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross and receive a full refund?
Yes, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to Scenic Hotel Southern Cross cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.
Is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Self-parking is available for NZD 18.00 per day.
What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Check-in is from 2 PM to 3 AM.
What time is check-out at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Checkout is at 10 AM.
Where is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross located?
Located in Dunedin City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Dunedin Casino and Speight's Brewery. Dunedin Public Art Gallery and Regent Theatre are also within 10 minutes. Dunedin Railway Station is 10 minutes by foot.
4.3
Excellent
975 reviews
5 - Excellent
476
4 - Good
381
3 - Okay
76
2 - Poor
27
1 - Terrible
15

4.4/5

Cleanliness

4.3/5

Staff & service

4.0/5

Amenities

4.1/5

Property conditions & facilities

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with family
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Always a pleasure staying here, clean and comfortable staff are helpful and happy.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

5/5 Excellent

Travelled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great time, will definitely stay again and would highly recommend the Boldini Cafe under the hotel for breakfast!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2020

5/5 Excellent

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2020

4/5 Good

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020

4/5 Good

Business traveller, Travelled with partner
Happy face iconLiked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location in Dunedin. Easy walk to restaurants and the casino next door a bonus. The hotel is a bit tired but clean, tidy and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2020

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