Surrounded by the natural beauty of Otago, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers a luxurious retreat with on-site restaurants, a bar, and gym. Enjoy convenient amenities like in-room WiFi and laundry services while taking advantage of concierge services to plan your day.
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers a great location, putting you within a 15-minute walk of University of Otago. Guests can visit the fitness center for a workout or grab a bite to eat at Carlton Restaurant, which serves breakfast and is one of 2 restaurants. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
At a glance
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Hotel size
178 rooms
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Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out time is 10 AM
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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
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Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
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Children
Up to 2 children (11 years old and younger) stay free when occupying the parent or guardian's room, using existing bedding
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Pets
Pets not allowed
WIFI
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
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Parking
Uncovered onsite self parking (NZD 25 per day; includes in/out privileges)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
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Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Buffet breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:00 AM–10:00 AM
2 restaurants
Bar/lounge
24-hour room service
Traveling with children
Children stay free (see details)
Working away
Business center
Meeting rooms
Conference space
Services
24-hour front desk
Concierge services
Tour/ticket assistance
Dry cleaning/laundry services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Safe-deposit box at front desk
Fitness center
Banquet hall
Accessibility
Elevator
Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
Room amenities
Be entertained
29-inch LCD TV
Satellite TV channels
Pay movies
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board
Sleep well
Premium bedding
Free crib/infant bed
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower/tub combination
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Food and drink
Refrigerator
Free tea bags/instant coffee
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Daily housekeeping
Connecting/adjoining rooms available
Special features
Dining
Carlton Restaurant - This restaurant serves breakfast only.
Ports OCall Grill - This bistro serves dinner only. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar. Open 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.
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Buffet breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately NZD 36.00 for adults and NZD 18.00 for children
Credit card charges are subject to an extra charge of 1.5 percent
Children & extra beds
Rollaway beds are available for NZD 35.0 per day
Parking
Uncovered self parking costs NZD 25 per day with in/out privileges
Policies
The property has connecting/adjoining rooms, which are subject to availability and can be requested by contacting the property using the number on the booking confirmation.
Guests can rest easy knowing there's a smoke detector on site.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property. The policies listed are provided by the property.
Also known as
Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Dunedin
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Frequently asked questions
Does Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Scenic Hotel Southern Cross does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Sorry, pets aren't allowed.
Is parking offered on site at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Yes. Self parking costs NZD 25 per day.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; Check-in end time: 3 AM. Check-out time is 10 AM.
Is there an onsite casino at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
No, this hotel doesn't have a casino, but Grand Casino (1-min walk) is nearby.
What is there to do at Scenic Hotel Southern Cross and nearby?
Maintain your daily exercise routine at the gym.
Are there restaurants at or near Scenic Hotel Southern Cross?
Yes, there are 2 onsite restaurants.
What's the area around Scenic Hotel Southern Cross like?
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is in Dunedin City Centre, a short 13-minute walk from University of Otago and 3 minutes' walk from Speight's Brewery.
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Reviews
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross Reviews
8.6
Excellent
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8.8
Cleanliness
8.6
Location
9.0
Staff & service
8.4
Eco-friendliness
8.2
Property conditions & facilities
What guests liked
Breakfast offered a good selection of freshly cooked items and a huge choice of everything. (8 reviews)
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Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2025
A Great Stay
We had a great stay, the staff were very friendly, room was very clean, and the location was great we just walked everywhere, would definitely stay here again. Great value for money.
Julie
Julie, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2025
Great stay!
Great as always
Jan
Jan, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 17, 2025
Great place to always stay suits us perfectly
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 8, 2025
Great place to always stay
David
David, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 8, 2025
Staff were very obliging. Our room was comfortable and clean, a nice place to stay
peter
peter, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jun 3, 2025
Easy and central
Nice location easy with food and parking
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 1, 2025
Great location, close to everything
Graham
Graham, 1-night trip
6/10 Good
Jun 5, 2025
The breakfast selection is very good.
Michelle
Michelle, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 27, 2025
Easy and Central
Great location / easy with breakfast and restaurant available
Jason
Jason, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jan 20, 2025
Great place to stay
Brigette
Brigette, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
May 31, 2025
Clean room, enough for a one night stay
Tania
Tania, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Mar 24, 2025
great location for our short stay. Friendly staff, nice restaurant.
Leslie Whitney
Leslie Whitney, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 7, 2025
Very average hotel but perfect for the price
Stu
Stu, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 6, 2025
Great location
Michael
Michael, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 25, 2025
It is a nice hotel, very central. The room was comfortable although it could do with refurbishing.
Eleanor
Eleanor, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 17, 2025
Good staff clean rooms
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Apr 20, 2025
great breakfast , huge choice of everything you may want
rodney j
rodney j, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 16, 2025
It was very nice excellent service and great location
Isaac
Isaac, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 17, 2025
Great location
James-Thomas
James-Thomas, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 12, 2025
Great place to stay. Road works outside at night were very noisy the 1st night of our stay but the very helpfull staff were quick to rectify that the next morning and moved us to a quieter room which was great on their part. Good resturants and bars close by and in the hotel complex. Would not hesitate to stay there again.
Rodger
Rodger, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 7, 2025
Always a nice stay very comfy beds
Brent
Brent, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 21, 2025
Good fitness center
Greg Reeves
Greg Reeves, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 15, 2025
The staff are great 10 out 10 service highly recommended