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Hotel St Clair

24 Esplanade, Dunedin, 9012

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Nov 24, 2026
Check-out
Nov 26, 2026
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HAPPI EXPERIENCE

The stay, in detail

  • Luxurious Accommodation with Spectacular Views

    Hotel St Clair offers a boutique beachfront experience with rooms featuring super-king sized beds, en suite bathrooms with under-floor heating, and stunning views of St Clair Beach. Some rooms even boast floor-to-ceiling windows for a truly immersive experience.

  • Convenient Amenities for a Relaxing Stay

    Guests can enjoy direct access to St Clair Beach right from the hotel's doorstep, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a day of sunbathing. Additionally, the hotel provides broadband internet access and a computer in the lobby for guests' convenience.

  • Close Proximity to Airport and City Center

    Located just a short 10-minute drive from central Dunedin and less than 30 minutes from Dunedin International Airport, Hotel St Clair offers a convenient yet serene location for both leisure and business travelers.

Experience luxury, convenience, and breathtaking views at Hotel St Clair. Book your stay now for an unforgettable beachfront getaway.

HAPPI HIGHLIGHTS

  • Great location

  • Friendly staff

At the hotel

Popular amenities

39 listed
  • Access to health care professionals
  • Accessible parking
  • Beach
  • Beachfront
  • Business center
  • Cashless payment available
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Cleaning standards that are effective against Coronavirus
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Dry cleaning
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Rooms & comfort

  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms

Safety & cleanliness

  • Fire extinguishers
  • First aid kit available
  • Guest room sealed after cleaning
  • Guest rooms disinfected between stays
  • Guests can opt-out any cleaning services during stay
  • Hand sanitizer in guest room and key areas
  • Physical distancing rules followed
  • Safety deposit box
  • Screens / Barriers between staff and guests for safety
  • Smoke alarms
  • Staff adhere to local safety protocols

Getting around & access

  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Free Parking
  • Lift / Elevator
  • Parking
  • Parking garage
  • Private parking
  • Wheelchair accessible

Guest services

  • Fax/photocopying
  • Laundry washed per local authority guidelines
  • Luggage storage

Services & essentials

  • Face masks for guests available
  • Free WiFi
  • Key card access
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Toilet with grab rails
  • WiFi available

Review in focus

2,300 reviews
9/ 10
Across street from beach. Parking lot in hotel basement. Room was comfortable and quiet. Nice bathroom.
Carol · solo traveller · 2026-10-24

The guest experience

8.8out of 10
2300 verified reviews

Loved most

  • Great location
  • Friendly staff

Worth knowing — Some cleanliness issues · Limited amenities

How guests scored the stay

  • Location9.4

    The beachfront location received high praise from multiple reviewers.

  • Service9.3

    Consistently praised for friendly and helpful staff.

  • Cleanliness8.9

    Many reviews mention cleanliness positively, though some noted issues like a strong bleach smell.

  • Overall Experience8.8

    Overall positive sentiment with several guests expressing a desire to return.

  • Room Quality8.8

    Generally good quality rooms noted, but some implied the need for updates in amenities.

  • Value for Money8.8

    Seen as good value given the location and quality of the stay.

  • Amenities8.4

    Some amenities mentioned positively, but certain guests requested more options, like fitness facilities.

  • Food and Beverage7.9

    Some complaints about the restaurant being closed during certain periods.

Live guest feedback

Guest reviews

Remarkably consistent

94% of 18 recent stays rated 8+

8.82300 reviews
  • Would book again.

    9/10

    Carol · solo traveller · 2026-10-24

    “Across street from beach. Parking lot in hotel basement. Room was comfortable and quiet. Nice bathroom.”

  • Staff were very friendly and helpful.

    10/10

    Bonnie · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Close to the beach. Awesome view of the sea and surf.”

  • Comfy room with a view

    10/10

    Tracy · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Great spot, awesome view from our room. Room catered for everything.”

  • The reception staff were so helpful and friendly

    9/10

    Dianne · couple · 2026-10-22

    “The room was very comfortable and the view was amazing”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Fifita · couple · 2026-10-22

    “Lovely stuff and easy to communicate with.”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Yvonne · couple · 2026-10-21

    “Fabulous location, lovely area, lots of restaurants and directly across from the beach. Parking too.”

  • Would definitely stay again.

    8/10

    Vicki · couple · 2026-10-21

    “Amazing location. Big room with lots of space. Lovely courtyard”

  • Guest review

    9/10

    Margaret · solo traveller · 2026-10-16

    “Location by the beach.”

  • Great location and comfortable hotel with helpful staff.

    8/10

    Ian · couple · 2026-10-16

    “Great location and comfortable room with all needed facilities.”

  • Thank you

    10/10

    Andrea · extended group · 2026-10-14

    “It was a perfect location for my event with the amazing restaurant TiTi - loved the waterfront & the local cafe”

  • Guest review

    7/10

    Natalie · couple · 2026-10-13

    “The views were beautiful, room was nice and clean”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Pauline · couple · 2026-10-13

    “Easy parking & great location”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    Meg · solo traveller · 2026-10-12

    “Location”

  • Would definitely recommend for a lovely comfortable stay!

    8/10

    Neroli · couple · 2026-10-12

    “Closeness to beach and good restaurant”

  • Guest review

    8/10

    均容 · couple · 2026-10-12

    “房間很大 有停車場(但會滿!!!) 離很邊很近 很漂亮”

  • Great location and comfy stay.

    9/10

    Astrid · couple · 2026-10-10

    “Great location and communication. Compact unit but has most things. Very comfy bed”

  • Guest review

    10/10

    Christopher · solo traveller · 2026-10-09

    “Location”

  • Excellent location

    9/10

    Karen · couple · 2026-10-08

    “Location & view”

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