Hotel St Clair

3.5 star property

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Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony
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Ocean View Premier Room | Beach/ocean view
Luxury Ocean View Suite
Luxury Ocean View Suite | Balcony

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Laundry
  • Free WiFi
  • Business services

Explore the area

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

Room options

Executive Room, Ocean View

  • 25 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Executive Room

  • 42 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Ocean View Premier Room

  • 42 sq m
  • Ocean view
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

Luxury Ocean View Suite

  • 70 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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About the area

Dunedin

With a stay at Hotel St Clair in Dunedin (St. Clair), you'll be within a 10-minute drive of University of Otago and St. Clair Beach. .This beach hotel is 1 mi (1.6 km) from St. Clair Golf Club and 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from Kew Park Dog Exercise Area.

What's nearby

  • St. Clair Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Edgar Centre - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • The Octagon - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • University of Otago - 8 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Forsyth Barr Stadium - 9 min drive - 8.0 km

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

Beach hotel in Dunedin with free parking
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.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.
Make yourself at home in one of the 26 guestrooms featuring refrigerators and microwaves. LCD televisions with satellite programming provide entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as safes and complimentary newspapers.
This smoke-free hotel has 4 floors in 1 building and offers complimentary parking nearby. Amenities and recreational activities include wheelchair access and surfing/body boarding nearby.
Featured amenities include a business center, complimentary newspapers in the lobby, and dry cleaning/laundry services. Free self parking is available onsite.

Languages

English, Korean

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

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

Things to do

  • Outdoor pool (guest access)

Family friendly

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

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Beach towels

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Dressing gowns
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV with satellite channels

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

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

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

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
Property Registration Number 9429042071846

We should mention

Only registered guests are allowed in the guestrooms
Parking height restrictions apply

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
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Hotel St Clair
Hotel St Clair Dunedin
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St Clair Hotel
St Clair Beach Hotel Dunedin
Hotel St Clair Hotel
Hotel St Clair Dunedin
Hotel St Clair Hotel Dunedin

Hotel St Clair Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 481 out of 678 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 152 out of 678 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 32 out of 678 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 678 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 678 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

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

10/10 Excellent

Sally

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

8/10 Good

Bryce

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

WAI CHI

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Would definitely stay here again. Great accomodations on the St Clair Esplanade. Wonderful space and modern design aesthetics
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

Travelled 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 traveller, Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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

Travelled 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