St. Clair Travel Guide
Dunedin
Popular places to visit
University of Otago
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Otago during your trip to Dunedin. Stroll along the area's beautiful beaches or simply savour its charming cafes.
The Octagon
Dunedin’s city center combines some of the city’s finest historic buildings with serene parkland and relaxed cafés.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Speight's Brewery
Learn the secrets of one of New Zealand’s most successful beer companies with a visit to this historic brewery.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Dunedin: Otago Peninsula Clearwater Wildlife Tour
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Scenic Coastal Train Journey from Dunedin
Top hotels in St. Clair
Hotel St Clair
It was our second time staying at St Clair’s and the overall experience was very good.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Room was tired & needs refurbishment
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Very central location but not much parking in or nearby. Helpful staff and the room was clean, warm and bed was comfortable. Shower over bath so watch out if you're not mobile. We ate out in the nearby Octagon so didn't try the Hotel options.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Didn't worry bout breakfast, they charged me $20 for a park bit annoying anyhow room was comfortable and clean.Bit worried bout chair l sat on as was quite wobbly but done the job. Would go back
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Beach lodge motel
Very quiet. Parking good right outside motel. Staff very welcoming. Room clean.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Great breakfast
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around St. Clair
Saint Kilda
Beaches and bars are some things travellers note about Saint Kilda. Check out St. Clair Beach or Edgar Centre 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.
Musselburgh
The beaches and restaurants are just a few features travellers like about Musselburgh. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, St. Clair Beach and Edgar Centre are a few top places to visit.
Mornington
While there might not be top attractions in Mornington, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
Andersons Bay
Though Andersons Bay may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Edgar Centre and St. Clair Beach.
Belleknowes
While there might not be top attractions in Belleknowes, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Speight's Brewery and Grand Casino.
