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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5 star property
4.5-star luxury hotel near Grand Casino

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Exterior
Meeting facility
Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds
Cafe
Lobby

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Parking available
  • Room service

Explore the area

Map
118 High Street, Dunedin, 9016
  • Grand Casino
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Speight's Brewery
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • The Octagon
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 2 Double Beds

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • 840 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Twin Room, 2 Double Beds

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 377 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Superior Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(14 reviews)
  • 366 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Room, 1 King Bed

Standard Room, 1 King Bed | Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Room, 1 King Bed

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(45 reviews)
  • 344 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms | Living area | 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms

  • 646 sq ft
  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed

View all photos for Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 6
  • 2 Double Beds and 1 King Bed

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Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Presidential Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Interconnecting Twin Split King

  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Tower Suite With Two Queen Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

View all photos for Executive Suite With Two King Beds

Living area | 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels, TV, pay movies

Executive Suite With Two King Beds

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

Superior Twin Room With Two Double Beds

  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Double Beds

View all photos for Superior King Room

Bathroom | Combined shower/tub, free toiletries, hair dryer, towels

Superior King Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 King Beds

View all photos for Standard Twin Studio

Premium bedding, desk, iron/ironing board, free cribs/infant beds

Standard Twin Studio

  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Double Beds

Tower King Suite

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Dunedin

City center stay.A stay at this Dunedin City Centre hotel places you steps from Grand Casino and within a 5-minute walk of Speight's Brewery. The Octagon and Dunedin Public Art Gallery are also within half a mile (1 km).

What's nearby

  • Grand Casino - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Speight's Brewery - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • The Octagon - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • First Church of Otago - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • University of Otago - 12 min walk - 0.6 miles

Getting around

  • Dunedin Railway Station - 10 min walk
  • Dunedin (DUD-Dunedin Intl.) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Craic Irish Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Sessions - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Catalyst - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Jizo Japanese Cafe & Bar - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Dunedin Casino - ‬1 min walk

About this property

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

4.5-star luxury hotel near Grand Casino
There are 2 restaurants on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Business amenities include a business center and meeting rooms.

WiFi is free in public spaces. A fitness center, tour/ticket assistance, and concierge services are also featured at the luxury Scenic Hotel Southern Cross. Parking is available for a fee.

This 4.5-star Dunedin hotel is smoke free.

  • 178 guestrooms or units
  • 2 dining venues
  • Meeting rooms
  • Business facilities
  • Conference space
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Front-desk safe
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Elevator
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers 178 accommodations with hair dryers and irons/ironing boards. Beds feature premium bedding. 29-inch LCD televisions come with satellite channels and pay movies.

Bathrooms include shower/tub combinations and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided daily.

Awards and affiliations

Eco-Certified Property
This property participates in Qualmark Sustainable Tourism Business Award, a program that measures the property's impact on one or more of the following: environment, community, cultural-heritage, the local economy.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • In-room crib
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Laundry facilities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Uncovered self parking on site (NZD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Daily buffet breakfast available 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: NZD 36 for adults and NZD 18 for children
  • 2 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge

Things to do

  • Gym

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Elevator
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 29-inch LCD TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Pay movies

Bedroom

  • Free crib
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Connecting rooms available
  • Desk
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

The property charges 1.5 percent for credit card payments
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets 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 cribs (infant beds)!

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.

  • Fee for buffet breakfast: approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
  • Uncovered self parking fee: NZD 25 per day (in/out privileges)
  • Rollaway bed fee: NZD 35.0 per day
  • Credit card charges are subject to a surcharge of 1.5 percent

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
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
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 accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a smoke detector in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • Up to 2 children 11 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.
  • Connecting/adjoining rooms are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property at the number on your booking confirmation.

National rating

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

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross to the airport?

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is 17.6 mi (24-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 Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

As of Jul 24, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross on Jul 27, 2025 start from $78.87, 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 Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross.

How close is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross to the beach?

This hotel is 2.6 mi (10-min drive) from St. Clair Beach and 3.6 mi (7-min drive) from Tomahak Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offer free breakfast?

Free breakfast isn’t provided at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross, but buffet breakfast is offered for a fee of NZD 36.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children. It's available every day from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a casino at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

No, there is no casino at this hotel, but Grand Casino (1-min walk) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM.

Is there free parking at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?

Free parking is not available at this hotel. Self parking is available for NZD 25 per day.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have a pool?

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross does not have a pool.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have a restaurant?

Yes, there are 2 restaurants on site.

Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this hotel.

How close is Scenic Hotel Southern Cross to downtown Dunedin?

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is 0.3 mi away from Dunedin.

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Reviews

Reviews

8.4

Very Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 456 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 374 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 111 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 34 out of 1006 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 31 out of 1006 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

8.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

SANDRA MELANIE

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort
Disliked: Cleanliness

Average

The room wasn't very clean at all. Bed was comfortable
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

rodney j

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
great breakfast , huge choice of everything you may want
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mandy

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Stu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Very average hotel but perfect for the price
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Ross

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I was offered a valet carpark on the night of our stay, which i accepted because there carpark was full,so they offered to park my car in either the Casino carpark or the Speights carpark. When they went to collect my car they could not find it. Eventually they found it which took in excess of 30 minutes. Some staff are apparently unaware they have a car park availability in the Speights carpark. All staff should be aware what is available!!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

Kristin, St Albert

Traveled with family
Liked: Staff & service
Stayed at the hotel for one night, so the room did what it needed. When you enter the hotel you get the feeling you’re in a nice hotel. Once you enter your room you realize that it hasn’t been renovated for many years. Bathroom wasn’t very clean and a few towels had stains on them. Bed sheets also had a few stains on them but you can tell they were washed. Beds were comfortable. Carpet is old and dirty so we didn’t take our shoes off.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Na
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A great stay for two nights. Very comfortable bed. A great location to walk in Dunedin City.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tracey

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Jason

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

Easy and Central

Great location / easy with breakfast and restaurant available
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

LANCE

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Close to all amenities good parking
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

Leslie Whitney

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
great location for our short stay. Friendly staff, nice restaurant.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

6/10 Okay

Pam

Traveled with partner
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We stayed here for a week in February in a superior double room. The room was ok, but I'm not sure what was superior about it. The bathroom was nothing like the photo, much smaller, and the wash hand basin was quiet small and set back in an alcove. The top and bottom ledges of the wood panelling around the walls of the bedroom hadn't been dusted for quite a while. There was a mirror on the bedroom wall which was hung horizontally rather than vertically and was of no use whatsoever as it was too high to be able see yourself in. We returned to the hotel one afternoon to find that the cups we had used in the morning had not been washed, the tea/coffee making items had not been replenished, and the bins had not been emptied. The bed had been made, although not very well and my husbands pyjamas were nowhere to been found. We eventually found them actually half way down the bed, under the bedcovers. I would not be inclined to stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025

8/10 Good

Morgan

Business traveler
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
No review
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Good location for walking around the town. Breakfast provided a good selection of freshly cooked items. We were charged 25NZD per day for parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was very nice excellent service and great location
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Zachariah

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

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Easy

Location
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason

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

Location

Location
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

William

Business traveler, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The original advert included free parking but we were then charged for parking upon check out. Other than that it was a nice place with nice breakfast.

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025