Sawyers Bay
Dunedin
Visit Sawyers Bay
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.
St. Clair Beach
Soak in the outdoor pool or take on the Pacific Ocean waves at one of New Zealand’s best surfing beaches.
Larnach Castle
Discover tales of romance and tragedy, see rare Victorian furniture and take in stunning ocean vistas at New Zealand’s only castle.
Dunedin Town Hall
Watch rock concerts and classical music recitals at this auditorium, which is one of several facilities located in the Dunedin Centre.
Dunedin Botanic Garden
Spot native birdlife, admire thousands of colourful plant species and enjoy picnics on lush green lawns at this pretty public garden.
Things to do
Larnach Castle and Gardens Admission Ticket
Iconic Shore Excursion: Dunedin City Highlights Tour
Otago Peninsula & Larnach Castle Shore Excursion
Larnach Castle Tour & Wildlife Cruise (Dunedin Shore Excursion)
Dunedin City and Coastal Views 3-Hour Small-Group Guided Tour
Top hotels in Sawyers Bay
Kingsgate Hotel Dunedin
Dont be put off by the derelict appearance of the building. Once safely inside your room it is delightfully modern and comfortable. Inner city location is great. Staff are good. Breakfast is hot but basic, and lacks taste. Parking is a disaster - never enough. The hotel is old, run down and badly ...
Reviewed on 30 Mar, 2026
Scenic Hotel Southern Cross
Great place
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Scenic Hotel Dunedin City
Spacious, comfortable and clean room. Good location for city centre.
Reviewed on 28 Mar, 2026
The Victoria Hotel Dunedin
Room was lovely bed was comfy cleaned every day would go back
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Beach lodge motel
Clean rooms and bathroom. Fantastic hosts Arnouk and Jared provided an excellent huge breakfast at customized times to suit. Wonderful location for runs along the beach and great eating places along the road at St Clair beach. Great for families of 4.
Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2026
Dunedin Holiday Park & Motels
Parking was safe and easy, been here a few times and always enjoyed my stay.
Reviewed on 28 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sawyers Bay
Port Chalmers
Visitors to Port Chalmers like its churches and waterfront, and Port Chalmers Museum is a sight worth a stop.
Portobello
While visiting Portobello, you might make a stop by sights like Lighthouse and Silver Peaks Reserve.
Macandrew Bay
Travellers like the monuments in Macandrew Bay, and Glenfalloch Gardens is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Larnachs Castle
Though Larnachs Castle may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Forsyth Barr Stadium and Boulder Beach.
Ravensbourne
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ravensbourne and surrounding area, you can visit Signal Hill and Forsyth Barr Stadium.
Highcliff
When in Highcliff, you can plan a visit to Boulder Beach and Forsyth Barr Stadium, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
