Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
The Cross, affectionately known by locals, boasts a rich history dating back to 1883. Today, the Scenic Hotel Southern Cross offers guests exceptional comfort, style, and service in the heart of Dunedin. Its architecture reflects Dunedin's Victorian-era economic and cultural significance, a unique charm also evident in the city's surroundings. Dunedin's vibrant student life, bustling business district, and popular university create a youthful, exciting atmosphere. With numerous attractions nearby, there's always something to see and do. The Scenic Hotel Southern Cross is conveniently located near the Octagon, Speight's Brewery, the railway station, and various shopping and entertainment venues.
Guest scores & sentiment
From 205 guest reviews · multi-source · as of 2026-07-12
Guests praise the central location, spacious clean rooms, and friendly staff, with good breakfast ratings. Main complaints involve aging facilities, noise, lack of AC causing heat issues, and occasional cleanliness lapses.
Dimension scores · cross-source
KEYSuitable for those valuing location/service over modernity. Avoid noisy street-facing rooms; check ventilation for summer stays.
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Room types · 19
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Superior Room, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)
<p><strong>2 King Beds</strong></p><p>840 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Superior Suite, Connecting Rooms (2 King Beds)
<p><strong>2 King Beds</strong></p><p>840 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms
<p><strong>2 King Beds</strong></p><p>646 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - 2 bedrooms </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Executive Suite with Two King Beds
This suite features a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
Rates / book on FlyerTrip →Interconnecting Room- Presidential Suite
This suite has a large adjoining lounge and it features tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Interconnecting Room - Tower Suite
This room is spacious with good natural lighting and modern styling, featuring tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Presidential Suite
This suite features a large lounge dining area. It has a flat-screen TV, desk space,fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Presidential Suite, 1 Bedroom, Connecting Rooms
<p><strong>2 Double Beds OR 1 King Bed</strong></p><p>646 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Layout</b> - Bedroom </p><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Presidential Suite, 1 King Bed
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>646 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Suite, 1 King Bed, Tower
<p><strong>1 King Bed</strong></p><p>646 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Suite, 2 Queen Beds, Tower
<p><strong>2 Queen Beds</strong></p><p>646 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; rollaway beds (surcharge) and cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Tower King Suite
This suite features a separate bedroom with a lounge dining area. It has a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Tower Suite with Two Queen Beds
This suite features a separate bedroom with a lounge dining area. It has a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Superior Interconnecting Room
This room is spacious with good natural lighting and modern styling, featuring tea and coffee making facilities, a flat-screen TV, desk space,fridge, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Superior King Room
Room features a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi. There is an accessible bathroom option available on request (subject to availability). There is no capacity for additional guests.
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Superior Twin Room with Two Double Beds
Room features a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Standard King Room
Room features a flat-screen TV, desk space, fridge, tea and coffee making facilities, telephone, hairdryer, ironing facilities and free WiFi.
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Standard Room, 2 Double Beds
<p><strong>2 Double Beds</strong></p><p>344 sq feet </p><br/><p><b>Internet</b> - Free WiFi </p><p><b>Entertainment</b> - 29-inch LCD TV with satellite channels and pay movies</p><p><b>Food & Drink</b> - Refrigerator, electric kettle, 24-hour room service, and free tea bags/instant coffee</p><p><b>Sleep</b> - Premium bedding and bed sheets </p><p><b>Bathroom</b> - Private bathroom, shower/tub combination, free toiletries, and a hair dryer</p><p><b>Practical</b> - Iron/ironing board and desk; cribs (free) available on request</p><p><b>Comfort</b> - Daily housekeeping and heating</p><p>Non-Smoking</p><p>Connecting/adjoining rooms can be requested, subject to availability </p>
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Standard Twin Room
The spacious twin room provides a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, as well as a private bathroom featuring a bath and a shower. The unit offers 2 beds.
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All facilities & services listed by the hotel (aggregated across sources).
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