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Our top choices for Sawyers 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, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (597 reviews)
"Room was clean and cozy. Staff was really helpful at check in and whenever I needed something. Would definitely recommend and stay again."
United States
Christine
The price is NZ$236
includes taxes & fees
12 Nov - 13 Nov
Fable Dunedin
A modern hotel room with a dining area, a sofa, a TV mounted on the wall, and a window with curtains.

2. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 12 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"The room was nice and clean and the staff were wonderful and very informative about the area.Great position..5 min walk to beach."
Australia
Eva
The price is NZ$138
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Beach lodge motel
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

3. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"Very pleased with the hotel and staff. They were very helpful."
Australia
Gregory
The price is NZ$169
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

4. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.2 km from Sawyers Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,002 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Breakfast included. Close to central Dunedin. Comfortable beds & a good price. Limited parking."
Australia
Derek
The price is NZ$190
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.

5. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (998 reviews)
"The property was well situated, nice and close to the main city centre. The staff were friendly and polite, the food in the restaurant was very good. We would recommend this property and definitely stay again."
Australia
Shahnaz
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A hotel room with two beds, a wooden wardrobe, a desk, and a view of the street outside.

6. Garden Motel

Garden Motel
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 8.5 km from Sawyers Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (224 reviews)
"Helpful staff, great location, clean, warm."
Australia
Kathryn
The price is NZ$146
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Garden Motel
A hotel room with two beds, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

7. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.4 km from Sawyers Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Great location with a good size room."
Australia
Tim
The price is NZ$177
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A large estate with a central tower, expansive lawns, and a lake in the background.

8. Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (621 reviews)
"Highly recommend. Beautiful views!"
Australia
Sharna
The price is NZ$203
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Larnach Lodge
A balcony with a view of the ocean, a dining area with chairs and a table, and a parking area with cars.

9. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 14 km from Sawyers Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (832 reviews)
"Lovely hotel."
United Kingdom
Jane
The price is NZ$264
includes taxes & fees
16 Nov - 17 Nov
Hotel St Clair
A modern hotel with a flat roof, multiple floors, and large windows.

10. Quest Dunedin

Quest Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 9.8 km from Sawyers Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,001 reviews)
"Room is very clean and locating is excellent."
Australia
Christopher Yoke Fah
The price is NZ$206
includes taxes & fees
15 Nov - 16 Nov
Quest Dunedin
A log cabin with a porch, two chairs, and a large potted plant.

11. Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels

Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
3.5 star property
Saint Kilda, 12.1 km from Sawyers Bay
8.4 out of 10, Very good, (541 reviews)
"We had a great and comfortable stay."
Australia
Jess
The price is NZ$96
includes taxes & fees
11 Dec - 12 Dec
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
A hotel room with two beds, a kitchenette, and a large window with curtains.

12. The Victoria Hotel Dunedin

The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 9.8 km from Sawyers Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Second time staying here. Great location and overall comfortable stay."
Australia
Alice
The price is NZ$215
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
A hallway with a staircase, a large arched doorway, and framed artwork on the wall.

13. The Chamberson

The Chamberson
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.1 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (419 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location."
Australia
Tim
The price is NZ$252
includes taxes & fees
1 Dec - 2 Dec
The Chamberson
A modern interior with hanging ferns and a large potted plant.

14. Ebb-Dunedin

Ebb-Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 9.8 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (153 reviews)
"Super stay, superb location"
Australia
Andrew
The price is NZ$292
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Ebb-Dunedin
A historic building with a prominent tower and a glass structure at the front.

15. Camp Estate

Camp Estate
5.0 star property
6 km from Sawyers 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
The price is NZ$585
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Camp Estate
A hotel room with a large bed, two chairs, a desk, and a television.

16. Law Courts Hotel

Law Courts Hotel
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10 km from Sawyers Bay
7.8 out of 10, Good, (598 reviews)
"Great dinner"
Australia
Shirley
The price is NZ$147
includes taxes & fees
10 Dec - 11 Dec
Law Courts Hotel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

17. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 9.7 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (877 reviews)
"Easy checkin with friendly staff. Great parking. Awesome location. It is always our first choice if staying in Dunedin overnight."
Australia
Stacey
The price is NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

18. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 8.3 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and very comfortable beds"
Australia
Mary
The price is NZ$259
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
A modern hotel room with a glass staircase, a kitchenette, a sofa, and a dining area.

19. Aria On Bank

Aria On Bank
4.0 star property
North East Valley, 8 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (457 reviews)
"Great stay"
Australia
Rabina
The price is NZ$148
includes taxes & fees
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Aria On Bank
A row of modern houses with large windows and a parking lot in front.

20. Dunedin Motel and Villas

Dunedin Motel and Villas
2.0 star property
North Dunedin, 9.1 km from Sawyers Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (218 reviews)
"Very welcoming, helpful and friendly staff."
Australia
Gregory
The price is NZ$185
includes taxes & fees
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Dunedin Motel and Villas
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Compare popular hotels in Sawyers Bay

Property
Property class
Guest rating
Breakfast included
Pool
Spa
Pet-friendly
WiFi included
A large estate with a central tower, expansive lawns, and a lake in the background.
Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
9.6
Exceptional
621 reviews
View
A historic building with a prominent tower and a glass structure at the front.
Camp Estate
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
43 reviews
View
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
9.6
Exceptional
998 reviews
View
A hotel entrance with a reception desk, a chandelier, and a wheelchair accessibility symbol on the floor.
Bluestone On George
5.0 star property
10.0
Exceptional
1,001 reviews
View
A balcony with a view of a cityscape and water.
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
9.8
Exceptional
99 reviews
View

Hotels recommended for families in Sawyers Bay

A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a dining table.

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (998)
The price is NZ$306
includes taxes & fees
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Our guide on where to stay in Sawyers Bay

Find the best Sawyers Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.

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 Regent Theatre or The Octagon.

A beach with waves at sunset, a sandy shore, and houses on a hillside in the background.

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 historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
Photo by Corbin Lau
Open Photo by Corbin Lau

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 Speight's Brewery while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

Top Sawyers Bay Hotel Reviews

Recent Reviews in Sawyers Bay

Myhub Holiday Park

Myhub Holiday Park

10/10 Excellent
"Loved the cleanliness in the bunkroom, but someone could have swept the floor in the kitchen after 7 Adults and about 20 children used it! Staff were wonderful once I could get hold of them. There is no bell at reception."
Aleece 1-night trip
Posted 1 day ago
Myhub Holiday Park

Frequently asked questions

When is the best time to go to Sawyers Bay?
The best time to visit Sawyers Bay, Otago, New Zealand, is during the summer months, from December to February, for the warmest weather and longest daylight hours.

This period offers pleasant temperatures, typically ranging from 18°C to 25°C, making it ideal for exploring the natural beauty of the region. The extended daylight means you'll have more time to enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, kayaking, or visiting local attractions without feeling rushed. Many local events and festivals also take place during these months, adding to the experience.

Couples looking for a relaxing getaway will find these months particularly appealing. You can enjoy scenic walks along the coastline, indulge in wine tasting at nearby vineyards, or simply unwind in the comfortable climate. The longer evenings are great for dining out and enjoying the peaceful surroundings.

Families will also appreciate the summer season. The warm weather is excellent for beach outings at nearby spots like Quarantine Island or exploring the Otago Peninsula's wildlife, including penguins and albatrosses, without the chill of cooler months.
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 Sawyers Bay hotel for you.
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