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Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Dunedin · Hotel ★★★★

Overview

The Cross, affectionately known by locals, boasts a rich history dating back to 1883. Today, the Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers guests exceptional comfort, style, and service in the heart of Dunedin. Its architecture reflects Dunedin's Victorian-era economic and cultural significance, a unique charm also evident in the city's surroundings. Dunedin's vibrant student life, bustling business district, and popular university create a youthful, exciting atmosphere. With numerous attractions nearby, there's always something to see and do. The Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is conveniently located near the Octagon, Speight's Brewery, the railway station, and various shopping and entertainment venues.

Rooms

  • Double room, up to 4 guests
  • Double room, up to 4 guests
  • Double room, up to 2 guests
  • DBT, up to 6 guests
  • Double room (single use), up to 2 guests
  • Quadruple room, up to 6 guests
  • Room, up to 10 guests
  • Studio, up to 5 guests
  • Suite, up to 8 guests
  • Suite, up to 4 guests
  • Suite, up to 2 guests
  • Suite, up to 2 guests
  • Twin room, up to 4 guests
  • Twin room, up to 3 guests

Double room. Standard King

Suite. Tower Suite King

Double room. Superior King

Suite. Presidential Suite

Twin room. Standard Twin 2 Double Beds

Suite. Tower Suite Twin Queen

Twin room. Superior Twin 2 Double Beds

Suite. Executive Suite

Facilities

Facilities

  • Car park (25 NZD, extra charge)
  • 24-hour reception
  • Check-in hour (14:00–00:00)
  • Check-out hour (06:00–10:00)
  • Mobile phone coverage
  • Wi-fi
  • Valet parking (extra charge)
  • Room service
  • Laundry service
  • Launderette (extra charge)
  • Babysitting service
  • Air conditioning in public areas
  • Smoke detector
  • Hotel safe
  • Lift access
  • Concierge
  • Gym
  • Luggage room
  • Clothes dryer

Catering

  • Café
  • Bar
  • Restaurant (2)
  • Non-smoking area
  • Air conditioning in Restaurant

Entertainment & pools

    Sports

    • Fitness

    Business

    • Conference room
    • Meeting room
    • Projector
    • Business centre
    • Audio-visual equipment rental

    Meals

    • Breakfast
    • Set menu lunch
    • À la carte dinner
    • Set menu dinner

    Payment methods

    • American Express
    • MasterCard
    • Visa

    Good to know

    • Non-smoking establishment

    At a glance and nearby

    Total number of rooms
    178

    How far from Fiordland

    • Queenstown airport167 km
    • Invercargill176 km
    • Te Anau222 km
    • Manapouri (for Doubtful Sound)227 km
    • Milford Sound242 km

    Straight-line distances, not road or driving time. In Fiordland roads wind around lakes and mountains and the real drive is longer; plan the journey with a current map and check the road status before you set out.

    This place sits in Wanaka, Otago & the Catlins. The gateways section of the guide explains the road from Queenstown and Invercargill to Te Anau.

    Contact and map

    Cnr Princes & High Streets, 118
    9054 Dunedin

    Meal plans listed: Bed And Breakfast, Breakfast For Two Guests, Room Only

    Oscalyden does not take bookings and shows no prices. Contact the hotel for rates and availability. Catalogue data last updated 2026-09-29.