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Dunedin Hotel Guide. Hotels in Sawyers Bay, Dunedin, New Zealand

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Our top choices for Sawyers Bay hotels

A formal garden with a central lawn leading to a building with a symmetrical facade and a stone wall.

1. Larnach Lodge

Larnach Lodge
4.0 star property
5.5 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (616 reviews)
"We really enjoyed our stay at Larnach Lodge. The castle and grounds are so beautiful. We stayed in the Scottish room and the balcony was a big plus overlooking the beautiful trees and water. A nice breakfast in the stables was included in our stay as well as a tour of the castle. Do not miss the 4 course dinner. The food was amazing and you get to eat in a real castle!"
United States
Donna
The price is €105
includes taxes & fees
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Larnach Lodge
A building facade with a sign that reads "DISTRICT HOTEL PARCELS" and "PARCELS" above the entrance.

2. Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (985 reviews)
"The hotel staff were very welcoming, the room was immaculately clean and very quiet. We enjoyed the view and restaurant menu. Will definitely be back."
Australia
Cole
The price is €119
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Distinction Dunedin Hotel
A modern interior with a staircase leading to a lower level, glass doors, and a prominent blue artwork on the wall.

3. Scenic Hotel Dunedin City

Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.4 km from Sawyers Bay
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, (1,000 reviews)
"Spacious quiet room, great breakfast in the morning"
Australia
Angela
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
A modern hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a large window with curtains.

4. Fable Dunedin

Fable Dunedin
5.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (587 reviews)
"This is one of my favourite hotels in the country. Highly recommend staying here. I also recommend the Press Club to dine. Excellent food and great wine list."
Australia
Rebecca
The price is €101
includes taxes & fees
11 Oct - 12 Oct
Fable Dunedin
A modern building with large glass windows, a well-lit entrance, and a landscaped garden area.

5. Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel

Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
4.0 star property
North Dunedin, 8.3 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (1,000 reviews)
"Great staff and very comfortable beds"
Australia
Mary
The price is €89
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Dunedin Leisure Lodge - A Distinction Hotel
A balcony with a view of the ocean and a stop sign.

6. Hotel St Clair

Hotel St Clair
3.5 star property
St. Clair, 14 km from Sawyers Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (823 reviews)
"Perfect location amazing sea views fabulous local restaurants 2mins walking distance from hotel wonderful staff a very warm beautiful feel & extremely clean"
Australia
Maree
The price is €121
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hotel St Clair
A beach with waves crashing onto the shore.

7. Beach lodge motel

Beach lodge motel
3.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 12 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (429 reviews)
"Would absolutely stay again! Not to far from anything beach right across the road We loved our wee little home away from home"
Australia
Simone
The price is €71
includes taxes & fees
10 Oct - 11 Oct
Beach lodge motel
A modern hotel room with a large bed, a desk, a sofa, and a chair.

8. 315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments

315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 9.7 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (866 reviews)
"Very helpful host. Very central location, we walked everywhere. The room was bright, and parking was adequate."
Australia
Robyn
The price is €77
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
315 Euro Motel & Serviced Apartments
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a chair, a TV, and a window with curtains.

9. Amross Motel

Amross Motel
3.0 star property
North Dunedin, 9 km from Sawyers Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (724 reviews)
"Lovely staff made us feel very welcome for a quick stopover"
Australia
Vanessa
The price is €102
includes taxes & fees
17 Oct - 18 Oct
Amross Motel
A building entrance with a large arched doorway, a staircase, and a sign that reads "The Chamber."

10. The Chamberson

The Chamberson
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.1 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (412 reviews)
"Excellent hotel in a great location."
Australia
Tim
The price is €100
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
The Chamberson
A wooden table with benches outside a building with a sign reading "Conference Centre".

11. 555 Motel Dunedin

555 Motel Dunedin
3.0 star property
South Dunedin, 11.7 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (372 reviews)
"I have a good stay at 555hotel Dunedin. It’s in the best location, as super market, Bp, and Japanese restaurant in walking distance. The accommodation is clean with all necessary required. The bed is comfortable. The bath room is also clean. The only little thing is the heat a bit loud. Everything else is fine."
Australia
Hua Xing
The price is €79
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
555 Motel Dunedin
A historic building with a large tree in front, multiple windows, and a clear blue sky.

12. Highland House Boutique Hotel

Highland House Boutique Hotel
3.5 star property
North Dunedin, 8.4 km from Sawyers Bay
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (295 reviews)
"Nice clean room,warm and quiet,handy to town"
Australia
Rosemary
The price is €73
includes taxes & fees
14 Oct - 15 Oct
Highland House Boutique Hotel
A historic building with a modern extension, featuring a classic facade and a contemporary glass structure.

13. Scenic Hotel Southern Cross

Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
4.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
8.6 out of 10, Excellent, (1,002 reviews)
"great service, wonderful rooms, helpful and friendly staff"
Australia
Sigalo
The price is €87
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
A hotel with a modern design, featuring large windows and a balcony.

14. Aurora On George

Aurora On George
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 9 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (437 reviews)
"Comfortable place to stay"
Australia
Mike
The price is €96
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aurora On George
A room with a large window overlooking a castle, a wooden table, and a potted plant.

15. Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel

Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
4.0 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.6 km from Sawyers Bay
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"Very special place, wonderful balcony views, the breakfast cooked by your choice"
United States
Yevgeny
The price is €153
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
Dunedin House- Boutique Hotel
A hotel room with a bed, a black leather sofa, a small table, and a kitchenette in the background.

16. ASURE Adrian Motel

ASURE Adrian Motel
4.0 star property
Saint Kilda, 12.4 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (99 reviews)
"Excellent place to stay. Well appointed rooms. Friendly kind staff. Perfect location. 👍 "
Australia
Sheree
The price is €90
includes taxes & fees
1 Nov - 2 Nov
ASURE Adrian Motel
A hotel room with a large bed, a view of a body of water, and a cityscape in the background.

17. Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin

Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
3.5 star property
Dunedin City Centre, 10.2 km from Sawyers Bay
8.2 out of 10, Very good, (1,001 reviews)
"Excellent location, the room was great and the included breakfast was fantastic. Definitely good value for money and a great place to stay."
Australia
Beti
The price is €99
includes taxes & fees
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
A modern two-story house with a car parked in the driveway.

18. 538 Great King Motel

538 Great King Motel
4.5 star property
North Dunedin, 8.9 km from Sawyers Bay
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (309 reviews)
"A nice triple room with parking, and was very quiet even though centrally located. Great value - highly recommend."
Australia
Jannette
The price is €85
includes taxes & fees
9 Oct - 10 Oct
538 Great King Motel
A spacious living area with a glass dining table, black chairs, and a red patterned rug.

19. Hunters Moon

Hunters Moon
4.5 star property
17.4 km from Sawyers Bay
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (370 reviews)
"Out of the way a little so nice and quiet"
United States
Rhonda
The price is €58
includes taxes & fees
19 Oct - 20 Oct
Hunters Moon
A neatly made bed with white and gray linens, two bedside tables with lamps, and framed artwork on the wall.

20. Aria On Bank

Aria On Bank
4.0 star property
North East Valley, 8 km from Sawyers Bay
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (452 reviews)
"was really good easy check in nice place"
Australia
Lani
The price is €67
includes taxes & fees
18 Oct - 19 Oct
Aria On Bank
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Where to stay in Sawyers Bay

Find the best Sawyers Bay areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A historic building with a clock tower and Gothic architecture.

Dunedin City Centre

Dunedin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Regent Theatre or The Octagon.

A beach with waves at sunset, a sandy shore, and houses on a hillside in the background.

St. Clair

The beaches and abundant dining options are top of the list for many visitors to St. Clair. A stop by St. Clair Beach or St. Clair Golf Club might round out your trip.

A historic building with a prominent clock tower, surrounded by trees and a clear blue sky.
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North Dunedin

Unique features of North Dunedin include the spas and gardens. Make a stop by Otago Museum or Dunedin Botanic Garden while you're exploring the area.

A coastal landscape with a beach, ocean waves, and a hillside with buildings.

Saint Kilda

Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Speight's Brewery while you're familiarising yourself with the larger area.

South Dunedin

Travellers enjoy South Dunedin for its restaurants and waterfront. Consider checking out Edgar Centre while you're in the area.

Top Sawyers Bay Hotel Reviews

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Distinction Dunedin Hotel

10/10 Excellent
"Great stay Superb amenities including washer and dryer in room very convenient to catch up on washing during travel Extra special touches in room weren’t in noticed and was very appreciated"
Renae 1-night trip
Posted 3 hours ago
Distinction Dunedin Hotel

Frequently asked questions

What's it like in Sawyers Bay?
Sawyers Bay is a welcoming neighbourhood known for its picturesque gardens and charming cafes.
If I need to cancel my hotel reservation in Sawyers Bay, will I receive a refund?
Yes! Most hotel bookings are fully refundable if you cancel prior to the accommodation's cancellation deadline, which is often 24 or 48 hours before your check-in date. If you booked a non-refundable reservation, it might still be possible to cancel it and receive a refund within a 24-hour period of booking. Add dates, click "Search", then use the "fully refundable" filter to get the best options available in Sawyers Bay.
What is there to do in this Dunedin neighbourhood?
A few places to visit in the area around Sawyers Bay include Port Chalmers Museum, NZ Marine Studies Centre and Aquarium and The Fletcher House. You might also plan a visit to Orokonui Ecosanctuary when you're sightseeing in Dunedin.

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