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Hotel St Clair

3.5 star property
3.5-star beach hotel with free WiFi

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Enjoy the ocean view from this balcony with a chair and a beautiful rose.
Enjoy the ocean view from this balcony with a table and chairs, perfect for taking in the sights.
Enjoy the ocean view from your balcony with a table and chairs, perfect for relaxing.
Enjoy a panoramic sea view from the comfort of your room, featuring a seating area with sofa and dining table.
Enjoy expansive views of the surrounding area from large windows in this contemporary building.

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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24 Esplanade, St. Clair Beach, Dunedin, 9012
  • St. Clair Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • University of Otago
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪25 min drive‬

Room options

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Executive Room, Ocean View | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Executive Room, Ocean View

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 269 sq ft
  • 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
(24 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Ocean View Premier Room | 1 bedroom, minibar, in-room safe, iron/ironing board

Ocean View Premier Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)
  • 452 sq ft
  • 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)
  • 753 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

St. Clair stay.With a stay at this St. Clair hotel, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of St. Clair Beach and 2 miles (3 km) of St. Clair Golf Club. Kew Park Dog Exercise Area and Ocean Beach Railway are also within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • St. Clair Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • The Octagon - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 6 min drive - 3.0 miles
  • University of Otago - 7 min drive - 3.6 miles
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 9 min drive - 4.3 miles

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

3.5-star beach hotel with free WiFi
A computer station is on site and WiFi is free in public spaces. A business center and a meeting room are available. Hotel St Clair also features complimentary newspapers in the lobby, dry cleaning/laundry services, and a front-desk safe. Self parking is free. You'll have access to the outdoor pool at a partner property.

This 3.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 26 guestrooms or units
  • 4 levels
  • Built in 2009
  • Towels for the beach
  • Business facilities
  • Dry cleaning
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Newspapers in lobby (free)
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • 1 conference room
Hotel St Clair offers 26 accommodations with minibars and safes. LCD televisions come with satellite channels. Refrigerators, microwaves, and coffee/tea makers are provided. Bathrooms include bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers.

This Dunedin hotel provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Business-friendly amenities include complimentary newspapers and phones. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Languages

English, Korean

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Property amenities

Family friendly

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

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Bathrobes
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

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 available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 20

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM
Contactless check-out available

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

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

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

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

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

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. 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, Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. 
    For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector and outdoor lighting in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 9429042071846

We should mention

  • Registered guests are the only ones allowed to be in guestrooms.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

Clair Hotel
Hotel Clair
Hotel St Clair
Hotel St Clair Dunedin
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St Clair Hotel
St Clair Beach Hotel Dunedin
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Frequently asked questions

How close is Hotel St Clair to the airport?

Hotel St Clair is 17 mi (27-min drive) away from the Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

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

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hotel St Clair on Aug 3, 2025 start from $146.7, excluding 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.

Does Hotel St Clair have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Hotel St Clair.

How close is Hotel St Clair to the beach?

This hotel is a short 10-minute walk from St. Clair Beach and 2.7 mi (10-min drive) from Tunnel Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Hotel St Clair offer free breakfast?

Hotel St Clair does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Hotel St Clair?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino (6-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Hotel St Clair?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Hotel St Clair?

This hotel offers free self parking.

Does Hotel St Clair have a pool?

Hotel St Clair features outdoor pool access.

Does Hotel St Clair have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Hotel St Clair to downtown Dunedin?

Hotel St Clair is 2.7 mi away from Dunedin.

Hotel St Clair Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 492 out of 693 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 155 out of 693 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 33 out of 693 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 693 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 693 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

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

6/10 Okay

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort

Great location

You cannot beat the location and view and this is what you are paying for. Many good cafes and restaurants near by and right on the beach. Very comfortable bed and a large room. However, small details let the quality down considering the cost of the rooms e.g. Broken hair dryer, missing hand soap and other amenities in the bathroom until the last housekeeping service etc.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Cheryle

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities

On the Nose

A quick check-in. Internal open carpeted staircase and lift access to Room 401. Beautiful surf vista through large glass door and windows the width of the room. Loved the chaise lounge setting, so comfortable. Dining setting, coffee plunger. Our anticipation at staying at this chosen beachfront accommodation was marred by a strong bleach like smell that permeated the room. The window was open when we entered and the wind was howling into the room. When we removed our shoes we discovered that a 1 metre square patch of wet sodden carpet directly outside the bathroom door. I have an aversion to chemical smells and as it got colder and windier I shut the window but the fumes gave me a headache and the musty smell mixed with the bleach smell so had to open the window for the night. My husband slept badly because when he laid on the left side of the bed it sunk down to the base, the right side was well sprung. My husband ended up with back pain and sat on the couch for half the night. Upon checking out, I mentioned the bleach smell, as well as stating it on the check-in survey, and how we didn’t shower for fear it may be a drainage problem because of the wet carpet. The reception staff said that there had been issues in 401 and 402 the previous couple of days but they believed they were fixed and yes the smell would be bleach. This information would have been appreciated when we checked in. Shows a lack of courtesy and respect for paying guests.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

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

10/10 Excellent

Rachel, Te Awamutu

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

8/10 Good

Bryce

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
The room we booked was supposed to have a partial sea view but you could only see the sea view from outside on the balcony. This was very disappointing. We upgraded to a more expensive room on the second night which was lovely.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris

Traveled with partner
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

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

10/10 Excellent

alexis

Great view, would stay again
Stayed 1 night in Mar 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, St. Albert

Traveled with partner
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

8/10 Good

Susan Kathryn

Business traveler, Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness
Have stayed here many times before. Was disappointed by the room . Don’t book an executive suite. Very unfriendly receptionist when we arrived. Let her team down
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Allison

Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Traveled with partner
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

Anne

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

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

HOWARD

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 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

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stephen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

c

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Greta

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
We were disappointed with how tired it was. We last stayed here about 10 yrs ago and it was amazing. Our first impressions was walking into our room and there was a curtain hanging off its hooks. There obviously had been a flood as the bottom of the kitchen cupboards had water damage. The only thing that saved the room was the view and the bed and linen were great 5 stars. But wouldn't go back unless they revamped the room. Was gutted when we paid over $400 a night you would expect better.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025