St. Clair Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

These piers are all that is left of a sea wall which has long since disappeared.

They are located at the western end of a long sandy beach, close to shops and cafes, and a salt water swimming pool
These piers are all that is left of a sea wall which has long since disappeared.

They are located at the western end of a long sandy beach, close to shops and cafes, and a salt water swimming pool
Dunedin has a unique coastline, battered by southerly swells and swarming with wildlife, secluded happiness in the corner of the world #springfun
Seagulls are like acrobats in the sky, they move fluidly in the air. Gulls are everyday sighting here in Dunedin, they are part of everyday life of Dunners.
St. Clair Beach. Good outing on a sunny day for picnics. paddling and swimming. A heaven for the surfers. There are row of cafes nearby

Popular places to visit

Activities


Our pick of the best St. Clair Hotel Deals

Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair

3.5 out of 5
24 Esplanade Dunedin
The price is NZ$274 per night from 5 Feb to 6 Feb
NZ$274
5 Feb - 6 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (744 reviews)
Staff were good, and friendly. Everything met our needs well.

Reviewed on 27 Jan 2026

Hotel St Clair
Esplanade Apartments

Esplanade Apartments

3.5 out of 5
14 Esplanade Dunedin Otago
Stay at this apartment in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and cable TV channels. Popular attractions St. Clair Golf Club and Ocean Beach Railway are ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (56 reviews)
Great communication. Clean and comfortable apt. Ocean view. 😀

Reviewed on 13 Apr 2025

Esplanade Apartments
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 out of 5
118 High Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$159 per night from 1 Mar to 2 Mar
NZ$159
1 Mar - 2 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,025 reviews)
Staff were great and nice big room

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

4.5 out of 5
123 Princes Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$196 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
NZ$196
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
Yes the room was clean and quiet. All of the staff from reception and the staff in the restaurant were all very friendly and obliging

Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

3.5 out of 5
10 Smith Street Dunedin
The price is NZ$235 per night from 2 Feb to 3 Feb
NZ$235
2 Feb - 3 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Dunedin. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room comfortable. Best bed. Shower over bath not great for an older person. Good location and nice staff.

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel

3 out of 5
38 Victoria Rd Dunedin Otago
The price is NZ$136 per night from 3 Mar to 4 Mar
NZ$136
3 Mar - 4 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Dunedin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ocean Beach Railway and St. Clair Beach are located ...
9/10 Wonderful! (287 reviews)
Defo use again

Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026

Beach lodge motel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around St. Clair

Saint Claire, Saint Kilda and Lawyers Head Beaches in Dunedin, New Zealand

Saint Kilda

4/5(85 area reviews)

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.

Saint Kilda
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South Dunedin

4.5/5(18 area reviews)

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

South Dunedin
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Mornington

While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Mornington
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Andersons Bay

Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach.

Andersons Bay
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Belleknowes

While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.

Belleknowes
Dunedin which includes heritage elements, a pond and a park

Dunedin City Centre

4/5(900 area reviews)

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 Regent Theatre or Grand Casino.

Dunedin City Centre


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